Scenery on the drive from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya private transfer

Short in kilometres, big on scenery — tea estates, waterfalls and a steady climb into the coolest town on the island.

~78 km ~3 h Fixed all-in price

What the Kandy to Nuwara Eliya drive is like

The road narrows and twists as you gain altitude past Ramboda. Expect mist, tea pickers on the slopes and a noticeable temperature drop by the time you arrive.

Stops travellers add

  • Ramboda Falls
  • A working tea factory tour
  • Hanuman Temple viewpoint

Which vehicle for this route?

  • Car1-3 passengers, 2 large suitcases
  • SUV1-4 passengers, 3 large suitcases
  • Van4-7 passengers, 6-7 large suitcases
  • Bus8-30+ passengers, One case per seat

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