• Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour
  • Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour

Colombo: Train Ride, visit Tea Plantation, & Cooking Tour

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ID: GYG1302158-1990139
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Country: Sri Lanka

Duration: 06:00 hours


Description

Discover Sri Lanka's central country on a scenic short train ride from Colombo. Visit a tea plantation, learn to cook traditional dishes, and enjoy a local lunch.
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Colombo, Negombo, or Kalutara. Head to the train station or a nearby scenic route point to start your journey.

Board a train and enjoy a short but beautiful train journey Travel through green hills, small tunnels, and village landscapes.

Next, visit a tea plantation and factory. Walk through tea gardens in the central highlands, see tea plucking and local farming life, and visit a tea factory to learn about the processing steps. Taste fresh Ceylon tea directly at the source.

Then, visit a local village home or farm kitchen for a traditional cooking experience. Learn to cook Sri Lankan dishes like rice and curry, coconut sambol, and vegetable curries. Enjoy your freshly cooked lunch with locals.

Finally, relax on the drive back to Colombo, with optional photo stops along the way.

Highlights

  • Savor the taste of fresh Ceylon tea at a tea plantation and factory
  • Enjoy a scenic train ride through the lush hills of Sri Lanka's hill country
  • Learn to cook traditional Sri Lankan dishes in a local village home
  • Immerse yourself in the local culture with a visit to a village home
  • Capture stunning photos of the hill country and its picturesque landscapes

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The train ride duration may vary depending on the route.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking.
Bring a camera for photography opportunities.
Sunscreen is recommended for outdoor activities.
INCLUDED
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Short scenic train ride
  • Tea plantation and factory visit
  • Traditional cooking experience
  • Lunch with locals
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

When should I book?

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.


Cancellations

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.