Travellers at Nine Arch Bridge in Ella
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Ella, Sri Lanka

Tea country views, walks and village experiences around a small hill town. Give Ella more than a passing stop if you want time for both scenery and local life.

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What to see in Ella

Nine Arch Bridge

Walk to a viewpoint of the stone railway bridge. Stay clear of the tracks and check local access and train times rather than relying on a fixed schedule.

Little Adam's Peak

Choose an early walk for views over the hills. Carry water and suitable shoes, and leave longer hikes for a separate morning.

The scenic train and village experiences

The scenic rail leg runs from Nanu Oya to Ella. Kandy to Nanu Oya is currently by road. Explore tea making, cooking or crafts on another day.

Driving from Colombo

Allow about 6 hours by road. This is approximate and depends on traffic, weather, comfort stops and your pickup point.

Tours visiting Ella

7 days / 6 nights

The Classic

Airport → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Airport

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6 days / 5 nights

Tea & Train

Colombo → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Nanu Oya (scenic rail leg to Ella) → Ella (2N) → Airport

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10 days / 9 nights

The Full Island

Airport → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → South coast → Airport

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13 days / 12 nights

The Grand Tour

Airport → Sigiriya → Polonnaruwa → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → South coast → Airport

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Local experiences

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Stays in Ella

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