Tea & Hill Country Tour

Ceylon Tea Cultivation Tour

Experience the world-famous Ceylon Tea on this 2 Nights / 3 Days Tour in Kandy. Enjoy scenic tea estates, hands-on tea plucking, a visit to a working tea factory, Ramboda Waterfall, Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic.

Highlights & Recommended Stops

Pekoe Trail / Tea Cultivation Trek

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

2 Nights / 3 Days Tour Itinerary

Airport to Kandy

Day 01

Arrive at Bandaranayke International Airport and meet our chauffeur driver. Transfer to Kandy and check in to your hotel. Visit the Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the world. In the evening, witness the colorful Kandy Cultural Dance Show. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Tea Factory, Waterfall & Royal Garden

Day 02

After breakfast, start the tea journey. Experience tea plucking with local women and learn the complete tea production process. Continue to Ramboda Waterfall with an optional hike. Later visit the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Kandy to Airport via Pinnawala

Day 03

Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, feed baby elephants, and observe them bathing. Proceed to the airport for departure. Farewell Sri Lanka until your next visit.

Pekoe Trail / Tea Cultivation Trekking

Every trail is unique. The Pekoe Trail in Sri Lanka is among the top trekking & hiking experiences with spectacular views. It is a 300 km, long-distance tea-trail hike through the central highlands.

The trail passes lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and verdant tea estates. Visitors interact with local communities and experience Sri Lanka's rich culture. The trail starts in Kandy, continues to Nuwara Eliya, Hatton, Haputale, and Ella.

Stages of Pekoe Trail

Stage 1 - Hanthana to Galaha (12.8 Km)
Stage 2 - Galaha to Loolkandura (14.69 Km)
Stage 3 - Loolkandura to Thawalantenna (17.23 Km)
Stage 4 - Thawalantenna to Kumbaloluwa (9.5 Km)
Stage 5 - Kumbaloluwa to Watagoda

The trail offers 22 stages in total. Guides can help tailor your trek, ensuring a safe and unforgettable experience. Accommodations vary from homestays to hotels along the route.

Tips & Recommendations

Best trekking months: Outside rainy seasons (May-June, September-December)
Essential gear: Proper footwear, hats, raincoats, sun lotion, water, bug repellent
Pick stages based on distance, terrain, and fitness level
Enjoy cultural and natural highlights along the trail including tea estates, waterfalls, temples, and viewpoints

Inclusions

• All accommodations on Half-Board basis (as per your choice)
• All guided excursions and safari fees
• Certified trainers for kite surfing and scuba diving
• All internal transport by VIP Car / Van / Bus
• Daily drinking water
• Local expertise, knowledge, and support throughout the trip

Exclusions

• International air tickets
• Personal expenses, drinks, and gratuities

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