Sigiriya to Ella Scenic Train Transfer with Kandy Sightseein

“Travel from Sigiriya to Ella with private transfer, Kandy sightseeing, reserved scenic train seats, luggage drop at Kandy, and pickup at Ella for hotel transfer.”
Make your transfer from Sigiriya to Ella an unforgettable adventure! This unique journey combines private car, sightseeing, and the world-famous Kandy–Ella train ride into one seamless package.

Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Sigiriya or Dambulla. Relax in a private car as you travel to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Along the way, you’ll enjoy sightseeing — including a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a walk around Kandy Lake, and photo stops at a scenic viewpoint. Optional visits to a spice garden or gem museum can also be arranged.

After sightseeing, your driver will drop you directly at Kandy Railway Station with your luggage. From here, you’ll continue by train on one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world. The Kandy to Ella train ride takes you through lush tea plantations, misty mountains, waterfalls, and tunnels — a must-do experience for any traveler in Sri Lanka.

When you arrive at Ella station in the evening, another private driver will be waiting to greet you. From there, enjoy a smooth transfer directly to your hotel in Ella.

This package is the perfect combination of culture, scenery, and comfort — turning your transfer into a full travel experience.

Itinerary (approximate times)

06:00 AM – Pickup from Sigiriya/Dambulla hotel

09:00 AM – Arrive in Kandy, sightseeing (Temple of Tooth, Kandy Lake, viewpoint)

11:00 AM – Drop-off at Kandy railway station with luggage

11:15 AM – 05:30 PM – Scenic train ride Kandy → Ella

05:30 PM – Pickup from Ella railway station & transfer to your Ella hotel

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.