Travel from Nuwara Eliya to Anuradhapura with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. The "Little England" of Sri Lanka — a cool highland retreat surrounded by rolling tea plantations and colonial charm. Sri Lanka's first ancient capital, home to the sacred Bodhi Tree, colossal stupas, and millennia of history. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.
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Distance
220 km
Estimated Travel Time
~5h 30m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
Climb the sacred Adam's Peak (2,243m) under starlight to witness a breathtaking sunrise from the summit. Revered by four religions, the mountain features the sacred footprint (Sri Pada) at its peak. The 5,500-step trail is illuminated and best attempted between December and May.
A comprehensive guided tour of the sacred city's UNESCO-listed stupas, palaces, and ancient water tanks.
Paddle or cruise on the serene lake framed by pine forests and colonial bungalows.
A stunning highland garden at 1,700 m altitude, believed to be the legendary Ashoka Vatika where Sita was kept by Ravana. Features rare orchids, roses, and ancient trees with spectacular mountain views.
Trek across a windswept plateau to the dramatic World's End cliff, dropping 880 m into the lowland jungle below.
Experience thrilling white water rafting on the Kelani River at Kitulgala, a popular stop on the route from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo. Navigate through exciting Grade 3-4 rapids surrounded by lush rainforest. The area is also famous as the filming location of "The Bridge on the River Kwai".
A sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Sita from the Ramayana epic, built at the very spot where she is believed to have been held captive by King Ravana. One of the most important Ramayana trail sites in Sri Lanka.
Climb the ancient stone stairway to the mountaintop where Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka in 247 BC.
Circumambulate the great white dagoba — a sacred monument standing 103 m tall and dating back to 140 BC.
Visit the world's oldest recorded tree — a cutting from the original Bodhi Tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment.
