Things to do in Kandy, Central Province: The Best Rail Tours

February 11, 2022 Christa Meece

Kandy (Sinhalese: මහනුවර Mahanuwara, pronounced [mahanuʋərə]; Tamil: கண்டி, pronounced [ˈkaɳɖi]) is a major city in Sri Lanka located in the Central Province. It was the last capital of the ancient kings' era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988.
Restaurants in Kandy

1. Train Trip Nuwara Eliya (2 Days)

SuduHansa Tours, 46 Station Rd, Ahungalla, Sri Lanka Suduhansa Tours
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We start our journey at luxury car first. We take you to the best Ayurvedic Village in Sri Lanka first. After that, we take you towards the Sri lankas biggest wood carving factory and,Gems and jewelry museum and you will be able to see lots of gems and jewelries there. we are going to the world famous nuwaraeliya city known as the little England. At there, you can walk around the tea gardens and tea making factory also. You will get the opportunity to see the famous Gregory Lake of nuwaraeliya . After, we heading towards the badulla. we are starting our most beautifull journey in our lives , the train journey from Badulla to Kandy...!!! At this particular train journey, you can see most spectacular sceneries such as , beautiful tea gardens, tunnels, waterfalls, mountains can be seen also. Then after at kandy railway station, you will be taking your journey towards the famous sacred tooth relic temple of the kandy. after that we going back to the hotel you stay in.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Train tickets , 01 Night Hotel accommodation - good Star hotel

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Reviewed By ameeshas2020

This was a superb experience to spend the holiday with Sudu hansa boat saffari .Main thing is they have a excellent & friendly customer service.And also no words to explain that amazing experience.thank u soo much Sudu Hansa... for wich u gave safe our lives and ur support.thank u again and highly recommend your saffari service & hope to visit again soon.????????

2. Sri Lanka Tour Packages | Discover Sri Lankan Beauty | Private Tour

ASY Tours Sri Lanka
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Beginning in Negombo and ending in Colombo, this backpacker adventure tour of Sri Lanka will take you up into the misty mountain tops, down to the sun coated beaches and explore the national parks searching for elephants. Guided with ASY Tours guide, and a Sri Lankan cultural guide for the whole tour! With ASY Tours - Sri Lanka, you will experience a 12-day tour package taking you through the green and luscious gem of the Indian Ocean, where smells of spices, tea and traditional foods will bring your senses alive. ASY Tours - Sri Lanka includes accommodation in hotels and hostels as well as the most stunning train journey in the world, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast

Exclusions: Entrance fee for sights.

Reviewed By vhn90

Went on a morning safari, and had a great time! It was rumored that a leopard was laying on a rock, but then it dissoparied. The other cars went on to chase it, but our driver stayed put with the rock and closed the engine. 5 min wait, and the leopard claimed up on the rock again - and we were all alone to vitnes the beautiful animal! Saw alot of other animals and the driver choose roads with no/few other cars, so we felt "alone" on the safari journey. Recommanded!

3. Lanka Loop - 12 Days in Sri Lanka

Waves By Tranquil, 160/9 Poruthota Road, Palangathure, Kochchikade 11540, Sri Lanka Feel Free Travel
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Experience the very best of travelling Sri Lanka in just under 2 weeks. This 12 Day backpacking adventure really does capture everything Sri Lanka has to offer. Think safari’s with wild elephants, lush green tea plantations, golden sandy beaches and super friendly locals. This 2 week trip covers all of your Sri Lanka bucket list spots with local village experiences, temples, surfing, the famous train to Ella and much much more!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All Activities & Experiences, All Accommodation, Personal Airport Pick Up, All Transport in Sri Lanka, Return Airport Transfer (All flights should be planned no earlier than 2pm on Day 12), Private Facebook group, No Hidden Costs!

Exclusions: Flights to and from Sri Lanka are to be arranged seperately. , Travel Insurance is compulsory to participate in this tour and is not included.

Reviewed By Curious67265075276

What an incredible time I had with this company last year. It was my first time doing anything like this before and I was pretty skeptical to begin with. After chatting on the website I felt way more relaxed and couldn't wait for the trip to start. The whole experience when I was in Thailand was just out of this world. The hotels, activities, experiences and all the locals we met on the tour. What really stood out for me was how friendly the guides were. Matt and all the local guides were just super friendly and they really were more like your friend than a guide or leader. If I had to choose my favourite day it would have to be the day we did the boat trip on Phi Phi. We had the tunes going and the weather was just amazing, we saw reef sharks and a turtle which just blew my mind (I have never seen a turtle before lol). I loved it that much I am planning my next trip with the company as soon as all this COVID stuff is finished. Thanks for a great time and making my first travelling experience so special x

4. 4 Days 3 Nights explore sri Lanka with holiday walkers sri Lanka

Holiday Walkers Sri Lanka
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visit holiday walkers srilanka.we offer absolutely the best in personalized tours in srilanka. we specialized in day tours,guided tours,tailor made tours and much more.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation

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Reviewed By patricklasi

I just got back from a 8 night trip.to.Sri Lanka and was super.amazed by Mr Thilanka from Holiday Walkers. Of course the tour was good. However what impressed me.most was , --about a week before the tour I thought I need to cancel , I had already paid 100%. Thilanka spoke to the hotel and got me a 100 percent refund !!! . We were so.impressed. However, we then proceeded with the tour as planned and had a magnificent time !

5. 7 Night in Sri Lanka Heritage Private Tour

Island Pearl Tours Sri Lanka
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The concept was created to cover the main Tourist areas of Sri lanka in Eight Days. This is ideal for travelers who are short staying in Sri lanka.

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Reviewed By PawelD122

Our tour to Wilpattu National Park was well organised. Our driver and tour gide was very professional and friendly - it was a real plasure to meet him. We were lucky to see many wild animals including leopard. Highly recommend to anyone looking to book for a one day tour of Sri Lanka and very reasonably priced.

6. Highlights Of Sri Lanka- 7 Days Tour

Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka Aruna Sri Tours
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Discover the wonderful holiday destination Sri Lanka with our exclusive tour package of 07 days. The tour would cover up the most popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka inclusive of the important historical, cultural and ancient cities. In addition, explore the nature and unique wild life in Sri Lanka by visiting the most famous wild life sanctuaries (Minneriya & Yala National Parks) as well. As a whole, this special tour package can be called as Highlights of Sri Lanka. An exciting seven days tour to explore Sri Lanka at its best with the rich cultural heritage of the ancient cities, cool mountain tops of Kandy, the misty tea plantations of hill country and explore Nuwara Eliya, the hill station favored by the British when the heat of the coast got too enervating. The bungalows, climate and ambience evoke an old-fashioned England. This Tour also include a visit to a spice Garden, enjoy Cookery Demonstration and experience with tea plucking.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off as Per Customer Pickup Points, English-Speaking Tour Guide, Vehicle Passenger Insurance, Fuel Charges, Bottled water- two 500 ml bottles per person per day

Exclusions: Accommodation in all hotels , Meals – Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners, Entrance /Admission fees & Jeep safari cost to Minneriya National Park, Entrance /Admission fees to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Entrance /Admission fees to Archeological Sites & Ruins, Polonnaruwa, Entrance /Admission fees to Golden Rock Cave Temple, Dambulla, Entrance /Admission fees to Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy, Entrance /Admission fees to Udawatta Rain Forest, Kandy , Entrance /Admission fees to Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Entrance /Admission fees to Cultural show, The Kandyan Arts & Crafts Industrial Center, Train Journey - tickets from Peradeniya to Nanu Oya, Entrance /Admission fees & Jeep safari cost to Yala National Park, Any video / still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit (if Applicable), Tips to guides, restaurants, hotels. Tipping is expected, Personal & any expenses not mentioned in the Inclusions

Reviewed By maxine390

We had a wonderful day with Aruna. He was very courteous, patient and very knowledgeable. We had a very good tour of Kandy and the Tea Factory.

7. Sri Lanka Experience - 12 Day

Hotel J, 331 Lewis Pl, Negombo 11500, Sri Lanka INTRO Travel
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Sri Lanka Experience is the absolute best of Sri Lanka in 12 days. You’ll discover fascinating local culture, stunning sunsets, the famous Sigiriya rock fortress, spice gardens, tea plantations, travel the world’s most scenic train journey, spot wild elephants on safari, relax on gorgeous white sandy beaches, learn to surf, enjoy a cultural exchange with Buddhist monks, experience local life and more! With an awesome group leader from the moment you step off the plane, an instant group of friends to share your adventure, amazing accommodation and so much included. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 11 Nights Accommodation, All Transport, Awesome Group Leader, Help with Onward Travel, Visit Local Markets, Ride in a Tuk Tuk, Golden Temple Caves, River Boat Ride, Local Village Experience, Sigiriya Rock Viewpoint, Spice Garden, Temple of the Tooth, Tea Plantations, Ella Train Journey, Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arches Bridge, Wildlife Safari, Learn to Surf, Buddhist Monastery Visit

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8. 8 Days Sri Lanka round tours with privet driver, vehicle and H/B accommodations

Katunayake, Sri Lanka Beauty Lanka Travels
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Pack your backpacks and join with Beauty Lanka Travels on our “Splendour of Sri Lanka” tour! We cover the most visited National parks, ancient cities, the beautiful hill country, beaches and many other best attractions of the pearl of the Indian Ocean(Sri Lanka) The tour covers Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, and Mirissa areas.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, GST/VAT/ Service Charges, Water Bottle on Arrival (One Mineral water bottles per person /per day), English Speaking Chauffeur, City tour & Sightseeing, Accommodation on a Standard or luxury hotels depending on your requirement, Meet & greet services with assistance at the airport, Complimentary SIM card for Group, Arrangement of Foods for North Indian, Halal, Veg, Non-Veg & Jain, Chauffeur Meals & Accommodation

Exclusions: Meal Plan for Hotel: Lunch, Meal Plan for Hotel: Dinner, Entry fee charges, Other Exclusions (Flight tickets/ Visa Charges), Any expenses of personal nature like laundry charges, tips, etc., Early check-in & late check-out, 4 x 4 Jeep for Safari , Train Tickets , Tips, bar, laundry and any other expenses, Not anything mentioned in the inclusions above

Reviewed By xxxasia

Would strongly recommend our driver Jude who drove us around the NE Province for 4 days - very smooth, no horning, safe . And he speaks English well and knows his ways around. The van was clean, well maintained and Jude did a fabulous job getting all our luggage in.

9. Sri Lankan Tourist Driver with great local )knowledge all over the country!

Colombo, Sri Lanka Octopus Tours Sri lanka
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I am a native Sri Lankan in my mid 20's with friends all over the country, I have found a great passion in driving tourists around the country and getting to know them. I can travel wherever in the country you would like and give you suggestions on what is best to do in each City and also have knowledge about all Sri Lankan cities. I am having great fun socialising with the tourists i have met all ready as you can see from my pictures.

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Reviewed By Extraordinary805147

Best Guy,Best Guide. Fully satisfied with his service. Thanks soooo much!! 彼は人当たりが良く親切で最高のガイドです。 こちらの希望からベストなプランを提案をしてくれ、納得する適切な値段でした。 とても充実した旅になりました。

10. Scenic Train Ride to Ella from Kandy

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This tour takes you on a scenic train ride through the beauteous mountains of tropical Sri Lanka. Embark on the train ride from the City of the Kings, Kandy. Feast your eyes on the colourful scenery and interesting villages passing by. Experience Sri Lanka's natural beauty at its best. Disembark at Ella and finish your tour with a walk through the delightful little town there.

Inclusions: Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle,, Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide,, Hotel Pick & Drop off., All Taxes & Service Charges.

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Reviewed By armyshanaka

#Leather craft Sri Lanka #Kadugannawa Sri Lanka. On your way to Colombo you can see this unique place on to your left hand side. Reasonable rates. #Souvenirs gifts

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