Badulla to Colombo train ride on (Train No: 1006 "Podi Menike")

Gare de Badulla

La gare de Badulla, nichée au cœur des pittoresques collines du Sri Lanka, marque le terminus de la principale ligne ferroviaire de l'île. Entourée d'une végétation luxuriante et de collines ondulantes, son ambiance sereine contraste avec la richesse de son architecture coloniale. Porte d'entrée de la charmante province d'Uva, elle permet aux voyageurs d'accéder facilement à des sites d'intérêt tels que les chutes de Dunhinda et le temple historique de Muthiyangana, ce qui en fait une étape incontournable pour ceux qui souhaitent explorer les beautés naturelles et le patrimoine culturel de la région.

The train ride from Badulla to Colombo on Train No: 1006, "Podi Menike," is a breathtaking journey through Sri Lanka's diverse landscapes. Departing from Badulla, the train traverses lush tea plantations, dense forests, and misty mountains. Along the way, you'll pass iconic landmarks like the Nine Arches Bridge and picturesque stations such as Ella and Nanu Oya. The ride offers stunning views of cascading waterfalls, verdant valleys, and charming villages. As the train descends into the lowlands, the scenery shifts to bustling towns and urban areas. This journey on the "Podi Menike" showcases the rich natural beauty and cultural diversity of Sri Lanka, making it an unforgettable experience.

Highlights

One of most scenic train rides in the world.
Hill country.
Tea plantations.
Waterfalls.
Enigmatic tunnel-ways.

Stops

Badulla 8:30
Demodara 9:05
Ella 9:20
Heel Oya 9:35
Diyatalawa 10:10
Haputale 10:20
Idalgashinna 10:40
Ohiya 11:00
Pattipola 11:15
Ambewela 11:25
Nanu oya 11:55
Talawakele 12:45
Hatton 13:10
Watawala 13:50
Kandy 15:55
Peradeniya 16:10
Colombo Fort 18:55

Excludes

Hotel pickup & drop-off from/to Badulla or Colombo
Food or drinks.
Expenses of personal nature.

Notes

1st Class seats are on an air-conditioned saloon with numbers seats. Since the cabin is airconditioned you are not able to open windows. 2nd Class seats are on non-air-conditioned saloon. Windows are open and fans are used to improve ventilation.