Tour on the Hills, Private Tour

Tour on the Hills, Private Tour

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Sri Lanka with the "Tour on the Hills, Private Tour." This adventure begins in the historic city of Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the Royal Botanical Gardens. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, known as "Little England," for its cool climate and scenic tea plantations. Experience the breathtaking Horton Plains and the charming town of Ella, perfect for treks and hikes. Conclude your tour in Colombo, a bustling metropolis where colonial architecture meets modern skyscrapers. Enjoy private transfers, guided tours, and comfortable accommodations throughout this unforgettable cultural and nature-filled expedition. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Kandy: a World Heritage Site, a charming destination in Sri Lanka which offers visitors a vibrant culture, a rich heritage and a unique sense of tradition to experience

  • Nuwara Eliya: has earned a reputation for itself a blissful getaway in the hill country for tourists and locals alike for its cool refreshing climes and scenic vistas

  • Horton Plains: an eco-tourism hideout in the heart of the isle

  • Ella: a charming town surrounded by majestic mountain peaks ideal for adventurous travellers to explore via treks and hikes

  • Colombo: a true city of startling contrasts, Colombo is the bustling commercial metropolis of the island

  • The endless stretches of terrains mark one of the healthiest wet montane evergreen forests in Sri Lanka

  • With an altitude above 7,000 feet, the plateau sweeps to a robust 3,169 hectares, home to a diverse array of flora and fauna

Itinerary

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Day 1 : ARRIVAL COLOMBO – KANDY (100km – 3hrs)

Kandy, Sri Lanka

Location: Kandy

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Oak Ray Regency or similar

Meals Included: Dinner

On arrival at the airport, a representative will be there to greet you. From there you will begin your journey to Kandy. The final royal Sri Lankan Kingdom to fall to the British in 1815, Kandy has a rich and proud heritage. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city has much to offer intrepid travellers; explore the magnificent Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, wander around the bustling town bazaar and Kandy market and visit a gem museum as well as an arts & crafts centre. As the day draws to a close head to your hotel in Kandy. Savour dinner at the hotel. Please note alcohol will not be served in public areas in hotels and restaurants during religious holidays

Overnight in Kandy.

Day 2 : KANDY

Kandy, Sri Lanka

Location: Kandy

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Oak Ray Regency or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After a delectable breakfast, start the journey to Kandy town, there you will enjoy a tuk-tuk ride which will stop in the Udawattakele Forest Reserve. This a historic forest reserve on a hill-ridge in the city of Kandy. It is 104 hectares (257 acres) large. During the days of the Kandyan kingdom, Udawattakele was known as "Uda Wasala Watta" in Sinhalese meaning "the garden above the royal palace". The sanctuary is famous for its extensive avifauna. Udawattakele was designated as a forest reserve in 1856, and it became a sanctuary in 1938. In the afternoon, head to the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya one of the island’s most picturesque of gardens. Originally a royal pleasure garden, this site was later developed by the British; today, it offers the ideal escape from the bustling city and features lush lawns, charming pavilions and a vibrant variety of flowering plants. The Orchid House is a not to be missed attraction here as is the giant Javan fig tree. In the evening prepare to enjoy a cultural show which offers insights into the rich local culture. As the day draws to a close, head back to your hotel to enjoy dinner. 

Overnight in Kandy.

Day 3 : KANDY – NUWARA ELIYA (75km – 2hrs)

Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Location: Nuwara Eliya

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a hearty breakfast, and continue your hill country adventure as you head to Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy a scenic train ride through lush mountains carpeted with tea bushes interspersed with the occasional gushing waterfall. After disembarking at Nanu Oya, you will be continuing the rest of the short journey by car to reach the town of Nuwara Eliya, famously known as “Little England”. Sprawling tea plantations and refreshing mountain air await travellers here, offering a welcome respite from the tropical heat. Take in well maintained colonial bungalows which still retain their old-world charm and one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in South Asia, the Victoria Golf Course, a Donald Steele Masterpiece. Take a stroll or an invigorating bike ride along the scenic banks of Lake Gregory towards the evening. Savour dinner at the hotel. 

Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 4 : NUWARA ELIYA – HORTON PLAINS – NUWARA ELIYA (60km – 2hrs)

Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Location: Nuwara Eliya

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Delight in a delicious breakfast and proceed on a trek to Horton Plains (approx. 3 hours). Hike to the banks of Baker’s Falls and appreciate the majestic views the gushing streams of water create. Gaze down World's End, a head-spinning 3,700 feet drop towards the southern end or drive past herds of sambar deer. If you're lucky enough you may be greeted by the sights of a grunting wild boar, a pouncing fishing cat, otters or even the 'spotted-ghost that haunts the plains' - the Sri Lankan Leopard! Savour dinner at the hotel. 

Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 5 : NUWARA ELIYA – ELLA (50km – 1.5hrs)

Location: Ella

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Oak Ray Ella Gap or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Have a tasty breakfast, and visit a tea plantation and a factory. Take a stroll among verdant slopes covered with tea bushes and watch how dedicated tea puckers clad in colourful saris pick and choose the finest buds. Back at the factory, you will be able to observe how the tea leaves are processed, graded and packaged. End your tour with a fragrant cup of freshly brewed Ceylon tea while feasting your eyes on misty valleys and peaks. Proceed to Ella. Popular spots to visit include the Mini Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock and the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, all of which offer some spectacular views! Savour dinner at the hotel.

Overnight in Ella.

Day 6 : ELLA – COLOMBO (200km – 5hrs)

Elephants in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Location: Colombo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: GOH Colombo or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, proceed to Colombo for some last-minute shopping. Traverse around the city, and shop at exclusive concept stores featuring the work of premier local designers. Why not enjoy a unique culinary dining experience at fusion restaurants or head towards Pettah; walk around its bustling streets and take in the cacophony of exotic sounds, smells and sights. Pay a visit to the Dutch Hospital Complex and enjoy live music, a plethora of restaurants serving great food and more. Round up your stay by experiencing Colombo’s evolving nightlife, at popular clubs and casinos. Savour dinner at the hotel. 

Overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 7 : DEPARTURE COLOMBO (35km – 1hr)

Elephants in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Location: Colombo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer from Colombo to the airport for departure.

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English-speaking chauffeur-guide, other languages upon booking of the optional extra

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 6 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 2 Kandy

Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Regency or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Kandy or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Earl's Regency or similar 5*

Day 3, 4 Nuwaraeliya

Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing St Andrews or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Tea Factory or similar 5*

Day 5 Ella

Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Ella Gap or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = 98 Acres or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = The Secret Ella or similar 5*

Day 6 Colombo

Standard Hotel Category = Fairway Colombo or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Colombo or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lakeside or similar 5*

MEALS:

  • 6 Breakfasts 
  • 6 Dinners

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival and departure private transfer from/to Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the tour 
  • Tuk-tuk ride (Day 2)
  • Train Ride (Kandy/Nuwara Eliya, subject to availability)

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Sacred Tooth Relic Temple, Udawattakele Trekking, Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, cultural show in Kandy, Horton Pains, Tea Factory

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet
  • Government taxes 

What's Not Included

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees are not included.

  • Flights

    Domestic and international flights are not included.

  • Meals

    Lunches are available upon an additional cost.

  • Drinks

    Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) are not included.

  • Guide

    The guide is not available for the departure day.

  • Optional Tours

    Optional tours (if any) are not included.

  • Visits

    Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.

  • Porterage and Gratuities

    Porterage and gratuities are not included.

  • Personal Expenditures

    Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.

  • Additional Fees

    Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. are not included.

Requirements

Visitors of both genders have to wear decent clothing to cover the body appropriately when visiting religious places and shorts and sleeveless tops are not acceptable. This rule is strictly adhered to at all religious sites especially the Sacred Bo Tree and Stupas in Anuradhapura and the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. Visitors should remove hats, caps, shoes and slippers when entering buildings and sites with religious monuments. Most of these places have a secure facility at the entrance for visitors to leave behind shoes and slippers for a very small fee.

Please Note

  • Please note alcohol will not be served in public areas in hotels and restaurants during religious holidays
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2 Kandy

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Regency or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = OZO Kandy or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Earl's Regency or similar 5*
Day 3, 4 Nuwaraeliya
  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing St Andrews or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Tea Factory or similar 5*
Day 5 Ella
  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Ella Gap or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = 98 Acres or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = The Secret Ella or similar 5*
Day 6 Colombo
  • Standard Hotel Category = GOH Colombo or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Ozo Colombo or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lakeside or similar 5*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 2 Kandy

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Regency or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Kandy or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Earl's Regency or similar 5*

Day 3, 4 Nuwaraeliya

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing St Andrews or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Tea Factory or similar 5*

Day 5 Ella

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Ella Gap or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = 98 Acres or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = The Secret Ella or similar 5*

Day 6 Colombo

  • Standard Hotel Category = Fairway Colombo or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Colombo or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lakeside or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour. Enjoy a tuk-tuk ride in Kandy, a scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, and private transfers to and from Bandaranaike International Airport.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of accommodation with options ranging from 3-star to 5-star hotels. Stay at Oak Ray Regency, OZO Kandy, or Earl's Regency in Kandy; Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze, Jetwing St Andrews, or Heritance Tea Factory in Nuwara Eliya; Oak Ray Ella Gap, 98 Acres, or The Secret Ella in Ella; and GOH Colombo, Ozo Colombo, or Cinnamon Lakeside in Colombo. ...more ...less

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of guide will be provided during the tour?

    The tour will be operated with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide. Other languages are available upon booking of the optional extra.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Additionally, 5 lunches are available at an extra cost as part of the full-board optional extra.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is provided throughout the tour. There is also a tuk-tuk ride on Day 2 and a train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, subject to availability.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?

    Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included. This includes visits to the Sacred Tooth Relic Temple, Udawattakele Trekking, Bicycle Ride at Nuwara Eliya, Tea Factory, Horton Plains, and Gangaramaya Temple.

  • What are the accommodation options available during the tour?

    Accommodation options vary by location and category. For example, in Kandy, you can choose from Oak Ray Regency (3*), OZO Kandy (4*), or Earl's Regency (5*). Similar options are available in Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Colombo.

  • What activities are planned for the day in Kandy?

    In Kandy, you will enjoy a tuk-tuk ride to the Udawattakele Forest Reserve, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, and attend a cultural show in the evening.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Horton Plains?

    During the visit to Horton Plains, you will go on a trek to Baker's Falls, gaze down World's End, and possibly see wildlife such as sambar deer, wild boar, fishing cats, otters, and the Sri Lankan Leopard.

  • What is included in the 'Other' category of the tour package?

    The 'Other' category includes meet & greet services and government taxes.

  • What is not included in the tour package?

    Exclusions include visa fees, domestic and international flights, lunches (unless opted for the full-board extra), drinks during meals (unless specified), guide services on the departure day, optional tours, visits not mentioned in the program, porterage and gratuities, personal expenditures, and travel insurance.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    YES, A friendly and professional tour leader tasked with ensuring the smooth operations of the tour, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the entire trip. His role primarily includes assisting with accommodation and transportation between locations while sharing the knowledge about social and cultural splendours of Sri Lanka.

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

    Sri Lanka is a year-round holiday destination with two monsoon seasons so there is a lot of confusion around when is the best time to visit. The weather doesn't run like clockwork here! However, there will rarely be weather so dramatic that it will stand in the way of a brilliant holiday with plenty of warm weather and sunshine. The temperature is constant at around 27°C on the coast, both the air

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tipping is not mandatory and it's up tour personal wish.

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    yes

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    yes, it is indeed

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    The tour is guaranteed to departure even with a single person. However, in case of any cancellation, we'll inform you in advance and the full refund will be given.

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • What is an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?

    The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is an official authorization for a Short Visit to Sri Lanka issued via an online system. You need ETA if you wish to visit Sri Lanka as a Tourist, on Business or on Transit. No passport copies, documents or photographs are required to obtain ETA. It will cost USD $30. However, during the sometime of the year government offers FREE visa for tourists.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Travellers are requested to maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 meters between two people at all times. > Travellers are requested to adhere to recommended hygiene procedures, such as travelling with and wearing a face mask and/or gloves when required to do so. > Keep 70% alcohol rub/hand sanitizer to use frequently.

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Fairly good

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Up to 40KG per person

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    Sri Lankan Rupees (you can exchange currency at the Sri Lanka airport or tour leader will assist you to exchange at the local banks)

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    yes, completely and according to our Health & Safety standards

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of aitken spence travels charges.

    At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Tour on the Hills, Private Tour

7 Days Starting and ending in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Visiting: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Colombo

Tour operator:

Aitken Spence Travels

Tour code:

438604

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 8

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Cycling, Sightseeing

From: $1078 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.