Shanthipura: Highest Village Adventure (3 Days)

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Depart from Colombo via scenic train to Nanu Oya or drive directly to Nuwara Eliya.

Transfer to your accommodation in or near Shanthipura.

Distance: 160–175 km | Time: 5–7 hours

Method: Car/Taxi or Train to Nanu Oya

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Check-in & Lunch

Visit Shanthipura — Sri Lanka’s highest village at the foot of Kikiliyamana Mountain.

Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Gregory, Pidurutalagala, and Nuwara Eliya town below.

Distance (from Nuwara Eliya): 8 km | Time: 20 min

Method: Tuk-Tuk / Local Car

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Highest Village in SL

Morning tour of Pedro Tea Estate — learn about **Ceylon Tea** production and enjoy fresh tea tasting.

Visit Lover’s Leap Waterfall — a scenic cascade among rolling tea hills.

Distance: 5 km | Time: 3 hours

Method: Tuk-Tuk / Foot

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Tea Experience

Afternoon: Explore **Hakgala Botanical Garden** — famous for roses, orchids, and mountain flora.

Optional: **4x4 jeep safari** to Moon Plains (Sandathenna) for **Mini World’s End** panoramic views.

Distance: 10 km | Time: 4 hours

Method: Tuk-Tuk / Jeep

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Nature & Views

Morning at Gregory Lake: enjoy **boat rides**, **pony rides**, or **cycling** around the shore.

Visit Victoria Park or the iconic red **Nuwara Eliya Post Office**.

Distance (from Shanthipura): 4 km | Time: 3 hours

Method: Tuk-Tuk / Foot

View Gregory Lake

Leisure Morning

Check out and return to Colombo via car or scenic train from Nanu Oya.

Trip concludes upon arrival.

Distance: 160–175 km | Time: 5–7 hours

Method: Car/Taxi or Train

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