Sri Lanka by private train on the Viceroy Special 2025

Sri Lanka by private train on the Viceroy Special

23 March 2025 - 13 days

from $12,975* pp twin | $14,960* solo

Step aboard the famous Viceroy Special for a unique rail adventure through the mountains, coasts, and Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka. On this unique tour exploring the history, art and culture of this stunning country, you’ll ride the extraordinary Sri Lankan rail network in grand style and explore the wonders of the island up close.

With its reputation as a destination bursting with colour and variety, Sri Lanka is back on the radar of discerning travellers. The country’s remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, misty mountains, and captivating cultural heritage is made all the more accessible by its compact size.

The British-built broad gauge railway network reaches all the main regions of the island and is itself a living museum. It incorporates some of the most scenic and dramatic sections of railway to be found anywhere in the world. Cultural wonders, natural beauty and the fascinating life of Sri Lankan people are all on show from the window of your private, first-class train, the iconic Viceroy Special. Staying and dining in the best of Sri Lanka’s hotels and resorts with plenty of time for relaxation, shopping and exploring, you are in for a rare treat on this luxury guided adventure.

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The Viceroy Special

About the train

This private luxury train is made up of two air-conditioned observation cars and a restaurant car. The train has been meticulously restored with a High Colonial theme, including nineteenth-century period fittings, and complimented by all modern conveniences.

Cars feature comfortable reclining chairs, individual adjustable tables and a smoking compartment with opening windows. A teak-panelled restaurant car is elegantly furnished with adjustable seating, opening windows, Edwardian fans and a fully equipped kitchen and bar.

Throughout each journey, experienced guides are on hand to provide expert commentary and background on the sites visited, while the attentive stewards provide excellent service. Tea and coffee are always available during each journey plus complimentary bottled water, soft drinks, beer and wine.

For most of the journey the train is hauled by one of Sri Lankan Railways’ fleet of diesel locomotives. The vintage 4-6-0 1928 built steam locomotive ‘Sir Thomas Maitland’, one of two operating steam locomotives in Sri Lanka, will haul the train from Colombo to Galle on the last day.

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Inclusions

Departs 23 March 2025 - 13 days

Airport transfers on arrival and departure
12 nights’ accommodation in centrally located hotels (mostly 5-star) with daily breakfast
Drinks included at the special welcome and farewell dinners
Exclusive train travel throughout, aboard the beautifully appointed Viceroy Special
Entrance fees to all sightseeing activities as shown on the itinerary
Comfortable air-conditioned coaches for road travel
Breakfast daily, 12 lunches, 8 dinners
Applicable govt. taxes and charges, tips and gratuities
Services of a national Sri Lankan guide throughout
Fully escorted by an experienced Tour Manager

NOTE: Flights to and from Sri Lanka are not included but our Travel Specialists will be happy to assist you in making these arrangements.

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Fares

from $12,975^*pp twin
from $14,960^*solo

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