Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–10 hours
- Price from
- $150 / person
- Location
- Kandy, Sri Lanka
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Lanka Excursions Holidays
Description
Enjoy both a public train ride and a private minivan sightseeing tour with scenic views and cultural sites in the Kandyan region. Our experienced and knowledgeable drivers are known for careful driving. They have been doing these tours for 5 years. Their cultural & historical expertise well-founded.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Group price
- $150 per group of up to 5
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
A train journey in Sri Lanka is fun and a perfect opportunity to travel with locals. You will take the train to Colombo but enjoy only the first half of it, which is running through the Kandyan hill country, allowing you to see typical villages, paddy cultivation, tea plantations and spectacular vistas to the valley around Bible rock (Batalegala)
Susantha Spice and Herbal Garden
See typical plants and spices of the tropical island, enjoy your herbal tea and learn more about traditional Ayurveda.
Temple of the Gadaladenia
Visit the Gampola period temple with original medieval paintings and statues from the mid 14th century.
Lankatilaka Temple
This is Sri Lanka's most beautiful temple from the Gampola period, the impressive shrine room is decorated with murals from the Kandy period.
Embekka Devalaya
The Embekka Devalaya is famous for the island's most excellent wood carvings from the Kandy period.
What's included
Included
Total Parking charges
Knowledgeable English speaking driver
Train Tickets 2nd class non-reservation seats
Passenger Insurance cover 500,000 LKR P.P
Road Tax & Insurance Tax
Total fuel cost
1000 ml bottled drinking water per person
Air-conditioned minivan
Replacement vehicle in case of unlucky events - with new driver
Not included
Entry fees of visiting site or activities
Extra person in vehicle other than those who booked
Extra excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
Food, meals, other beverages than water
Pickup Locations & Times
We will be welcoming you in the lobby of your hotel or for your convenience at a meeting point of your choice in Kandy City. After pickup in the hotel we will go by minivan to the train station and you will receive your 2nd class ticket without seat reservation, for free choice of seats, we recommend the left side of the train for better views. The train journey will take 90 minutes from Kandy to Rambukkana, where the driver will pick you up at the station and the minivan tour starts.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour take?
Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour cost?
Prices start at $150 per person for this Kandy experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will be welcoming you in the lobby of your hotel or for your convenience at a meeting point of your choice in Kandy City. After pickup in the hotel we will go by minivan to the train station and you will receive your 2nd class ticket without seat reservation, for free choice of seats, we recommend the left side of the train for better views. The train journey will take 90 minutes from Kandy to Rambukkana, where the driver will pick you up at the station and the minivan tour starts. Pickup points include Kandyan View Holiday Bungalow, Damika Rest.
What languages is Scenic Train Ride from Kandy & 3 Temples - Highlights Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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