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Pekoe Trail Sri Lanka: 8-Day Epic Horton Plains to Ella Trek

  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Hatton → Ella · 6 stops
  • Private & tailor-made

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US$1,235 per person

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Tour overview

Your journey

Embark on an epic, once-in-a-lifetime adventure along Sri Lanka’s most legendary long-distance walking route. The 8-Day Pekoe Trail Epic: Horton Plains to Ella Trek is meticulously curated for the active traveler seeking an unparalleled blend of adventure, nature, and culture. Answer the call of the wild, starting with a spectacular high-altitude trek across the famous Horton Plains National Park, descending the dramatic Devil’s Staircase, and traversing ancient cloud forests and vast tea estates. Connect with history at charming colonial landmarks and in historic railway towns like Haputale. This journey is a visual feast, offering panoramic viewpoints over the southern plains, including distant glimpses of Lipton’s Seat and the Namunukula range. Experience the most iconic moments of the trail, hiking past Ella Rock and waterfalls directly to the world-famous Nine Arches Bridge in Ella. Wander railway-side trails with stunning views of the legendary Ella Gap. For an unforgettable hiking holiday in Sri Lanka, this is the definitive under-two-weeks escape. Step where wild stories are written.

Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Route
Hatton → Ella
Ideal for
Adventure & Nature
Meals
Bed & breakfast
Style
Private, tailor-made

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day 01

    Arrival & Mountain Immersion in Hatton

    Colombo Airport (CMB) → Hatton

    Arrive at the airport and enjoy a private transfer to Hatton. Settle into your hotel and relax amid cool mountain surroundings before the trekking begins.

    Overnight:
    Hatton
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
  2. Day 02

    Conquer the high-altitude Horton Plains & Devil’s Staircase

    Hatton → Dayagama → Udaweriya

    Embark on a spectacular high-altitude trek through Horton Plains National Park. Walk through ancient cloud forests and descend the dramatically scenic Devil’s Staircase.

    Overnight:
    Udaweriya
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
    Visiting:
    Dayagama
  3. Day 03

    Panoramic Ridge Hike to Haputale

    Udaweriya → Haputale

    Experience a incredibly scenic trail with sweeping views over the southern plains. Pass historic tea estates, forest reserves, and colonial landmarks on your way to Haputale.

    Overnight:
    Haputale
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
  4. Day 04

    Trek to Lipton’s Seat Views & St. Catherine

    Haputale

    Hike historic tea trails with stunning views of the legendary Lipton’s Seat and the vast Dambatenne Valley, ending in the peaceful tea village of St. Catherine.

    Overnight:
    Haputale
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
  5. Day 05

    Scenic Walking Tour to Iconic Ella

    Haputale → Ella

    A shorter but beautiful walk through lush tea gardens and eucalyptus groves, offering stunning views of the Namunukula range before reaching the popular town of Ella.

    Overnight:
    Ella
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
  6. Day 06

    Ultimate Ella Trek: Ella Rock to Nine Arches Bridge

    Ella → Demodara → Ella

    Hike one of the most iconic stages of the entire Pekoe Trail. Walk past Ella Rock and waterfalls directly to the world-famous Nine Arches Bridge.

    Overnight:
    Ella
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
    Visiting:
    Demodara
  7. Day 07

    Historic Railway-Side Walking to Demodara

    Ella → Demodara → Ella

    Follow unique and scenic railway-side trails. Enjoy panoramic views of the legendary Ella Gap and surrounding valleys before reaching Demodara.

    Overnight:
    Ella
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
    Visiting:
    Demodara
  8. Day 08

    Departure with Epic Mountain Memories

    Ella → Colombo Airport (CMB)

    Transfer to the airport, concluding your unforgettable under-two-weeks hiking holiday in Sri Lanka.

    Overnight:
    —
    Meals:
    Bed & breakfast
  • Hatton

Central Province

1.Hatton

Day 1 · 1 night

A tea-country town, base for Adam's Peak and the Pekoe Trail.

RouteColombo Airport (CMB) → Hatton → Dayagama → Udaweriya → Haputale → Ella → Demodara → Ella → Demodara → Ella → Colombo Airport (CMB)

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Moments ahead

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Your price

What's included

Included

  • Meet & assistance at the airport on arrival and departure
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle (car, van or coach) for all transfers
  • English-speaking chauffeur-guide throughout
  • Accommodation as listed, with meals as shown for each day
  • Sightseeing visits and entrance fees as listed in the itinerary
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day
  • Map of Sri Lanka
  • Free upgrades on availability

Not included

  • International airfare and visa charges
  • Lunches and meals outside the stated meal plan
  • Video and camera permits at sights
  • Early check-in and late check-out (standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00)
  • Expenses of a personal nature and tips
  • Compulsory room supplements during festive periods
  • Use of the vehicle outside the itinerary
  • Sights marked as optional
  • Travel insurance
  • Any other services not specified above

Before you travel

Good to know

  • Climate

    Warm and tropical all year — around 25–30 °C by day, cooler in the hill country; brief afternoon showers are common.

  • Clothing

    Light summer clothing, plus a light jacket for the hills and air-conditioned spaces.

  • Footwear

    Comfortable shoes for sightseeing; sandals are handy for temple visits.

  • Essentials

    Swimwear, sunglasses, sunscreen and mosquito repellent.

  • Temple dress code

    Shoulders and knees covered; shoes are removed at temples, so socks are useful on hot ground.

  • Travel comfort

    Some drives are long — loose, breathable clothing makes the journey easier.

  • Evenings

    Casual but neat attire is recommended at hotels.

  • Wellness

    Hotel spas offer massages and treatments (extra charge); yoga and water sports are widely available.

  • Health

    No antimalarial medication is needed; protect against daytime mosquitoes because of dengue risk.

  • Visa (eTA)

    Most visitors need an Electronic Travel Authorization before arrival.

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Booking with confidence

Payment & cancellation

Payment schedule

  • 50% deposit at the time of booking to secure your reservation
  • The remaining 50% is due at least 60 days before arrival
  • For bookings made within 60 days of arrival, full payment is required at booking

Cancellation terms

Cancellation charges by notice period
When you cancelCharge
61 days or more before arrivalFull refund (minus processing fees)
30 – 60 days before arrival50% cancellation fee
29 days or less / no-showNo refund

Terms & conditions

1. Booking & confirmation
All bookings are subject to availability. A booking is confirmed only once the deposit is received. We reserve the right to decline any booking at our discretion.
2. Passport & visas
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Sri Lanka. A tourist visa (eTA) must be obtained before arrival.
3. Insurance
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering cancellation, medical emergencies and baggage loss.
4. Changes to the itinerary
We make every effort to follow the planned itinerary, but may adjust routes, hotels or activities due to unforeseen circumstances, always with an alternative of a similar standard.

Tailor-made for you

Request your private quote

Tell us your dates and wishes. A Sri Lanka travel specialist will send you this itinerary with hotels and a personal price — adjusted exactly the way you like.

  • No payment needed to enquire
  • A specialist replies within 24 hours on office days
  • Every day, hotel and activity can be changed
  • Private chauffeur-guide and 24/7 support
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