A train ride through the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka is one of the most scintillating ways to discover the country. You'll trundle through the verdant hills to discover the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, as well as a few other green delights on this full day tour.

A scenic train ride through the Central Highlands sets the tone for a great day of exploration. Watch the rolling hills, tea plantations and lush wilderness pass as you make tracks towards Kandy. Once you're there, it's off to the Temple of the Tooth Relic – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's Sri Lanka's most sacred temple, and the complex also includes a royal palace.

And you can also look forward to visits to a botanical garden, a tea plantation and factory in Giragama, and a spice garden in Mawanella. What's more, lunch is included.

Enjoyed everything we did that day and it was made even more enjoyable due to our guide for the day. A knowledgeable guide is essential if you want to get the most out of the day

The train journey was great. The views from the train were spectacular and we got to see the country from a different perspective. The temple was a really good experience and the guide was so knowledgable giving us all the information about it. The lunch we had was delicious and had great river views. The botanical gardens were beautiful. We enjoyed seeing how tea was made too at the tea factory. Just a great day in Kandy.

Tågresan var inte vad jag tänkt mig, placerad mellan två fönster. Guiden tyckte man kunde gå till dörren och titta ut, vilket verkade livsfarligt. det skulle ingå mat och dryck, mat fick vi men blev inte erbjuden en droppe vatten på hela dagen. En lång och jobbig hemresa (5,5tim) En annars intressant utflykt med stor utvecklingspotential.

Uns hat es gefallen das der Guide so viele Informationen und Geschichten erzählte. Die Zugfahrt war einfach wunderschön und ist absolut empfehlenswert man kann Fenster und Türen des Zuges öffnen und raus filmen /fotografieren Der Zahntempel war mega interessant und der Botanische Garten wunderschön. Der Fahrer war nett und fuhr sehr gelassen, mir wurde nicht schlecht. Man muss bedenken das die Rückfahrt von Kandy nach Hikkaduwa 4h dauert. Aber es ging gut, es wurde eine Pause gemacht.

Die Zugfahrt war einzigartig! Die Teeplantage leider sehr enttäuschend.

Het was wel een erg lange dag! De treinreis was zeker de highlight. We wilden meer tijd bij de tempel hebben om zelf rond te kijken. Bij de botanische tuin hadden we liever alleen rond kunnen kijken ipv met de gids. De sieraadfabriek was alleen op het verkopen gericht - niet zo positief. Spicetuin was erg commercieel - die vonden we ook wat minder. Theefabriek erg leuk maar ergens random in de veld van een theeboer rondlopen was raar. Op de terug weg werd veel te hard gereden omdat het zo laat

Why you’ll love this…

Train journey through the Central Highlands to Kandy
Discover the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy
Explore a botanical garden laden with exotic flora
Visit the fragrant spice garden at Mawanella
Learn about tea production at the Giragama plantation and factory

Important to know

Due to recent storm damage and ongoing track repairs, some train routes sections may be interrupted. For affected sections, we will arrange comfortable bus transfers to keep your journey on schedule, and your adventure stays smooth and enjoyable. Thank you for your understanding
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
Bring your passport or official EU identification

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 14 days before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Train ride
Guide
Lunch and drinks
Entrance fees

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

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Provider

MUSEMENT SPA

What people say about this experience

4.3/5

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4.4/5

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James S
Traveled with a group of friends
July 14, 2025
5
United Kingdom
Enjoyed everything we did that day and it was made even more enjoyable due to our guide for the day. A knowledgeable guide is essential if you want to get the most out of the day
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Lisa W
Traveled as a couple
June 28, 2025
5
United Kingdom
The train journey was great. The views from the train were spectacular and we got to see the country from a different perspective. The temple was a really good experience and the guide was so knowledgable giving us all the information about it. The lunch we had was delicious and had great river views. The botanical gardens were beautiful. We enjoyed seeing how tea was made too at the tea factory. Just a great day in Kandy.
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Lars
Traveled as a couple
November 16, 2025
2.6
Sweden
Tågresan var inte vad jag tänkt mig, placerad mellan två fönster. Guiden tyckte man kunde gå till dörren och titta ut, vilket verkade livsfarligt. det skulle ingå mat och dryck, mat fick vi men blev inte erbjuden en droppe vatten på hela dagen. En lång och jobbig hemresa (5,5tim) En annars intressant utflykt med stor utvecklingspotential.
N
Nightwish281
Traveled with family
August 21, 2025
5
Germany
Uns hat es gefallen das der Guide so viele Informationen und Geschichten erzählte. Die Zugfahrt war einfach wunderschön und ist absolut empfehlenswert man kann Fenster und Türen des Zuges öffnen und raus filmen /fotografieren Der Zahntempel war mega interessant und der Botanische Garten wunderschön. Der Fahrer war nett und fuhr sehr gelassen, mir wurde nicht schlecht. Man muss bedenken das die Rückfahrt von Kandy nach Hikkaduwa 4h dauert. Aber es ging gut, es wurde eine Pause gemacht.
M
Michael
Traveled as a couple
February 27, 2025
4.2
Germany
Die Zugfahrt war einzigartig! Die Teeplantage leider sehr enttäuschend.
J
Jane H
Traveled with family
February 22, 2025
3.8
Netherlands
Het was wel een erg lange dag! De treinreis was zeker de highlight. We wilden meer tijd bij de tempel hebben om zelf rond te kijken. Bij de botanische tuin hadden we liever alleen rond kunnen kijken ipv met de gids. De sieraadfabriek was alleen op het verkopen gericht - niet zo positief. Spicetuin was erg commercieel - die vonden we ook wat minder. Theefabriek erg leuk maar ergens random in de veld van een theeboer rondlopen was raar. Op de terug weg werd veel te hard gereden omdat het zo laat

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