NuwaraEliya and Kandy 2 Days Private Tour

NuwaraEliya and Kandy 2 Days Private Tour

If you have a limited time to see the sights of Sri Lanka, this 2-day tour will take you to Nuwara Eliya and Kandy, and to some of the country’s most popular attractions.
Sri Lanka's Hill Country is the island at its most scenic, a mist-wrapped land of emerald peaks and stupendous views, of hillsides carpeted with tea plantations and graced by astonishing waterfalls. Kandy you will have the opportunity to see UNESCO world heritage site, the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the Royal Botanical Gardens- Peradeniya and also enjoy a panoramic view of Kandy from upper lake drive.

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, Visit Glenloch Tea Factory, Sight scenes- Nuwara Eliya and enjoy some extra unique activities such as White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, Kitulagala

Itinerary

Day 1: Bentota- Kitulgala - Nuwara Eliya

Stop At: Rafting Team 39, In front of 39th Mile Post,, A7, Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
Great Fun, Adventure, Excitement and the ideal Outdoor Experience in White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing will be given by the white water rafting instructors beforehand. The distance covered is around 5 KMs. The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience. Choose the offer which fits best to your style and energy.
Find all these elements in Rafting, Hiking, Trekking and Canyoning at "Kelani" River in Kithulgala, Sri Lanka and fall in love with the rapids, Water and Greenery that Nature has to offer you in this part of the Country!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Mlesna Tea Castle, St Clair, Avissawella 22000 Sri Lanka
Enroute to Nuwara Eliya, visit Mlesna Tea Castle St Clair, is situated overlooking the Devon Fall and picturesque Devon and St. Claire valley in Thalawakelle.
As suggested by its name, The Mlesna Tea Castle is huge, housing the largest tea shop in the world. As well as a wide array of aromatic teas.
The Castle Museum displays interesting tea artifacts of yesteryear with educational photographs depicting the early years of the tea industry. Enjoyment and relaxation in the Castle Restaurant with its unique ambiance adds great value to the tea experience and featuring dishes using tea either as flavoring or a garnish. The specially designed Viewing Tower at the Mlesna Tea Castle offers an opportunity to enjoy the magnificent view of the Devon Fall and St. Claire valley complete with the mist and lush green hills of this breathtakingly beautiful landscape.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Devon Falls, Talawakele, Nuwara Eliya 22200 Sri Lanka
Lunch at Mlesna Tea Castle Resturant (Own arrangement) and proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Stop at: Devon water Falls & St. Clairs Water falls and proceed to Nuwara Eliya.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya, Central Province
Walking city Tour in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s premier hill resort with a fine bracing mountain climate, Nuwara Eliya is also the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country, producing some of the world’s best tea. The mountain slopes and valleys area carpet of velvety green tea plantations, interspersed with gushing streams and tumbling water falls. Red or green roofed plantation bungalows, English country style homes and hotels with lovely flower gardens, a fine 18 hole golf course and a race course gives Nuwara Eliya a decidedly British character.
Afterwards proceed to the hotel in Nuwara Eliya for one night stay.(Own arrangements)
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Nuwara Eliya - Kandy - Peradeniya - Back to Starting point

Stop At: Glenloch Tea Factory, Estate Road, Katukitula 20588 Sri Lanka
Glenloch Tea Factory, Katukitula - The factory had humble beginnings, but over time it has put Sri Lanka on the map as the fourth-largest producer of tea in the world. One of its founders was Sir Thomas Lipton, a name widely recognized on tea boxes, who purchased a tea estate and factory in the late 19th century. Enjoy the beautiful landscape and temperate climate, which offers excellent conditions for growing quality tea leaves. Take a 15-20 minute guided tour to learn how a leaf becomes a beverage;
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Temple of the Tooth Relic - Sri Dalada Maligawa, or Temple of the Tooth Relic, is the holiest Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. It is located in the city of Kandy, the ancient capital of the Kandyan kingdom. The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. During puja (offerings or prayers), the heavily guarded room housing the tooth is open to devotees and tourists.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya Road, Peradeniya 20400 Sri Lanka
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens – Located just a few minutes from the hill Capital of Kandy, is the place for lovers of fauna, flora and nature. The stunningly landscaped gardens, the large variety of plants and the Orchid House; the best known attraction of the garden featuring over 300 varieties of beautiful orchids make it a much loved Sri Lankan attraction.
The great circle and Memorial trees - The great circle is a grassy central area of nearly 4 acres in extent. Around the circle is a diverse array of trees planted by dignitarpies, who had visited the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens.
Afterwards travel back to starting point (Bentota/Kalutara/Wadduwa/Mount Lavinia/Colombo/Negombo)

Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.