Tours/Galle/Day trip to ELLA & LIPTON's SEAT with Train Ride [ALL INCLUSIVE]
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Day trip to ELLA & LIPTON's SEAT with Train Ride [ALL INCLUSIVE]

4.9(59)Galle1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(59)

Description

It was worth visiting Ella, Then Exploring Lipton's seat By TUK TUK SAFARI then had a ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDE from Ella Railway Station through incredibly scenic landscapes, mountains, waterfalls, tea plantations ,tropical forests in Sri Lanka. Hotel pick-ups are available. Our representatives will meet you and travel with you to Ella and visit Rawana, Falls, and hike Little Adam’s Peak or Ella Rock. It was the most epic thing to do in Ella, as there is a marked path that leads you up to the mountain. Nine Arches Bridge, which is built in nine arches We also provide tour packages at a range of prices to meet your needs. We TRAVEL, some of us FOREVER, in search of other PLACES, other LIVES, other SOULS, Wayfarers Sri Lanka

Tour Options

Morning Train ride session
  • Evening at Ussangoda: Sunset at Ussangoda (Additional Chargers may apply) Duration: 12 hours: Full Day trip with morning train ride from Demodara Railway station to Ella Railway station through Nine Arch Bridges Luxury Wagon: Luxury wagon up to 3 persons with 5 luggages. Pickup included
Evening train ride session
  • Duration: 14 hours: Full day tour Luxury Wagon: Up to 3 maximum passengers with 5 luggages. Pickup included

Itinerary

30 min

Visit Rawana falls is popular sightseeing attraction in Sri Lanka. Hiking little adam's peak in sri lanka is one of the most epic things to in ella. The peak can be hiked easily, as there if marked path that leads you up to the mountain.

Admission included90 min

Nine arches bridge is one of the most epic place in Ella. It was viaduct bridge in Sri Lanka and one of the best example of Colonial era Railway construction in the world.The railway line runs on a bridge which was built in nime arch.

40 min

-The Scenic Train Ride from Ella- The train ride to Ella was described as one of prettiest train journeys around the world – and with good reason. The track leads you through Kandy’s suburbs, before heading into the mountains and past bright green tea plantations.The train journey between Ella and Bandarawela Sri Lanka is considered one of the most breathtaking in the world. Even on grey, rainy days like the day you may travelled, the views are still magical!

Admission included180 min

Lipton's Seat is one of the best viewpoints to visit in Sri Lanka and also one of the cheapest. Here's how to get there, when to visit, and more! You may hike lipton's seat by tuk tuk. That was the most epic experience in Haputale Sri Lanka.

Pass by

-Tuk Tuk Safari up to Lipton's seat Haputale- Start your tour with a tuk-tuk ride through a tea plantation. See the tea ladies plucking tea and join them to try it for yourself. Have a picnic in the tea plantation and meet only locals, not tourists.Visit the Lipton's Seat viewpoint, named after the celebrated Thomas Lipton. He was a Scottish businessman who moved to British Ceylon in 1890. Sit on a bench next to a life-sized statue of Lipton and take in the panoramic views.

Admission included60 min

Hiking little adam's peak in Sri Lanka is one of the most epic things to in Ella. The peak can be hiked easily, as there if marked path that leads you up to the mountain. If you interest on Ella Swing or Flying ravana activities we can arrange it as your request.

Admission included20 min

The Rock with the statue of Buddha, Natural Lake, Thousands of Birds, Buduruwagala is a rock with seven figures that are carved into the rock with a massive 51 foot Buddha Statue at the center. This carvings are age of the Mahayana Buddhist style and belongs to the Palawa Sri Lankan art tradition similar to the “Bamiyan/ Bamayan “ statues in Afghanistan.

Highlights

Sri Lankan Hot and Spicy Rice and Curry(1500lkr)
Private transportation
Bottled water
Evening snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Sri Lankan Hot and Spicy Rice and Curry(1500lkr)
Private transportation
Bottled water
Evening snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle

Pickup Locations & Times

Hotel pickups available, our representatives will meet you and make your journey happy. After finish our lovely tour we drop you to your destination.(conditions and charges will apply if it was not your pick-up point) Ask for any tours, Wayfarers Sri Lanka contact us.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(59)

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608asadb
April 9, 2026
everything perfect

,This activity was Perfect,the ride was very nice friendly was the best ,Thank you nice ,I took him on a beautiful trip ,He showed and accompanied many great things of Ella and Lipton and took photos for me ,I had had unforgettable day ,Food was very good and delicious ,and I have captured the most beautiful memory book in my life in Srilanka,can only recommend this tour,and Sl wayfears you are a wonderful friend were

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FarAway25263461525
March 29, 2026
SL wayfarers Ella tour

The Ella Day Tour was an amazing experience! From the scenic Little Adam’s Peak hike to the stunning Nine Arches Bridge and Ravana Falls, every stop was breathtaking. The tea plantation visit and local village experience made the tour even more special. The tour was well-organized, meals and water were included, and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Perfect for anyone wanting to explore Ella in a single day. Highly recommended! 🌄📸

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945hansik
March 28, 2026
Ella day trip SLwayfarers

The trip started very early in the morning, but it was definitely worth it. The drive from the south coast to Ella is long, but the scenery along the way is absolutely beautiful, with mountains, tea plantations, waterfalls, and small villages. One of the highlights was visiting Nine Arches Bridge, which is a stunning and iconic spot. We were lucky to see the train passing, which made the experience even more special

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Adventure24508076073
March 26, 2026
Ella day tour

Our Ella day tour was an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of our trip in Sri Lanka. The journey itself was beautiful, with scenic mountain views, tea plantations, and fresh cool air. We visited some of the most famous attractions including Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, and Ravana Falls. The views from Little Adam’s Peak were absolutely breathtaking and worth the short hike. Watching the train pass over Nine Arch Bridge was a magical moment. The tour was well organized, and the driver was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable about the area. He made sure we were comfortable and gave us enough time to enjoy each place without rushing. Ella town is very charming, with a relaxed atmosphere and great places to eat and relax. Overall, this tour is perfect for anyone who loves nature, photography, and peaceful surroundings. Highly recommended for all travelers visiting Sri Lanka

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Venture54866150645
February 13, 2026
A stunning tour with a sea of unforgettable views

Great tour, wonderful service, truly unforgettable views and experiences. Everything is included in the price, three thousand steers for lunch, but you can pay extra if you want to order more. I advise you to bring warm clothes, as it was very cold and windy on the tea plantations in the mountains. Guys guides try to make the tour really comfortable and accompany throughout the day, very friendly and pleasant guys. There were no huge crowds.

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lerap258
January 21, 2026
Incredible 🥰

A very interesting tour with an attentive guide. We thoroughly enjoyed it; we visited many interesting places and took tons of photos. Thank you, the organization was superb✨

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dannyz409
January 14, 2026
No need to Stay Ella Recommended Day tour ever

Amazing Experience ever. with in Day we cover all these things with this Nuts. Rawana Wter Falls and Little Adams Peak hiking then Nine Arches Bridges and back to Liptons Tea and had amazing Train Ride and had a Wonderfull Tuk Tuk ride. No need to stay in Ella with in Day they covered All those things and comfortable journey with safe hands.

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maxymf2025
December 14, 2025
Trip to Ella and around

Nice trip to Ella and othe places. Amazing views from the little Adam's peak. The trip from Welligama takes the whole day, but it's worth to see all this places.

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stevenlA1604XJ
December 1, 2025
A Deeply Disappointing and Misleading Experience – Not Worth the Price or the Stress

We booked the full-day Ella tour (waterfall, Nine Arch Bridge, train ride, and tea plantation) after reading the company’s many glowing reviews, and we chose to pay extra specifically for an English-speaking guide and an all-inclusive experience. Unfortunately, what we received was nothing close to what was advertised. Although the tour was promoted as “all-inclusive,” we were required to pay an entrance fee for the Lipton Seat viewpoint — in cash — something we were never informed about ahead of time. Bottled water was supposedly included, but none was provided at any point. We ended up buying our own at lunch. Evening snacks, also listed as included, were not offered at all. However, the biggest issue by far was that our guide did not speak English, despite this being a key feature of the tour and the reason we booked with this company. He was a lovely and polite young man who genuinely tried his best, but because he did not speak English, we spent the entire day visiting sites with no explanations, history, or context whatsoever. We learned nothing, and it absolutely ruined the experience we paid for. Every other tour group around us was getting detailed explanations in English, German, Russian — even in the pouring rain — while we stood silently without guidance. When we raised these issues with the company afterward, the excuses became progressively more frustrating. They blamed the weather, claiming the original guide couldn’t come because of personal issues, and insisted they had “tried their best.” But heavy rain has absolutely nothing to do with the ability to provide an English-speaking guide. That responsibility lies solely with the company. To make matters worse, they repeatedly offered us discounts on future tours or airport pickups, even after we clearly told them multiple times that we were leaving the country the next day and would not be taking any more tours. Instead of addressing the problem, they tried to upsell us, which felt disrespectful and tone-deaf. We requested a reasonable partial refund due to the fact that the most important part of the tour — the English guide — was not provided, and that the tour was not all-inclusive as advertised. The only refund they offered was 4,100 LKR that didn’t come close to reflecting what we paid, and ultimately they refused to provide anything meaningful. For a tour that cost 84,000 LKR, this experience was absolutely not worth it. It left us with a very disappointing final day in Sri Lanka, which is truly a shame because we loved the rest of our trip. I rarely leave negative reviews, but guests deserve honesty and transparency. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this company, and future customers should be aware of the gap between what is promised and what is actually delivered.

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754smithg
November 23, 2025
I’m convinced that if you want to truly get to know this country

!A great trip with an even better driver and guide — Mathews Sri Lankan traditions combined with great fun and the rich culture of this place. I’m convinced that if you want to truly get to know this country, you should explore it with him. We already arrange lions rock day tour with them. Prefect experienced and well organized.

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