How to go from China to Sri Lanka

The scenic spots in Sri Lanka are indeed very good. Today I will tell you about the transportation information of this place. You can go and see it together when you go there. Now let’s go and see some related information. Information, let’s read on. About airplanes

Currently, China has direct flights from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu and other places to Colombo, Sri Lanka, and the cost is about three to four thousand. We finally chose AirAsia with a connecting flight in Kuala Lumpur. First of all, we can save some money. We can visit the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur and taste delicious food. We can also try our best at duty-free shops in Malaysia when connecting flights.

The round-trip air ticket for us this time is 2,200 yuan per person. Including the luggage check fee purchased separately, the two people add up to 5,100 yuan per person. If you book your air tickets a few months in advance, you may encounter a more cost-effective price. .

AirAsia tickets include one carry-on suitcase: one carry-on suitcase can be carried on board, and its size cannot exceed 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm (including handles, wheels and side pockets) ) and must fit in the cabin luggage rack. And one small bag: a laptop bag/handbag/backpack or other small bag that does not exceed 40 cm x 30 cm x 10 cm. This bag must be able to fit into the seat in front of you. below.

To put it simply, one person can bring two bags on board for free. The official requirement is that the total weight of the two bags must not exceed 7 kilograms. However, many experiments have proven that only weighing the bag when checking in As long as the weight of the carry-on suitcase does not exceed the weight, it will be fine. No one cares about backpacks and bags.

So, the last two people only bought 20kg of checked luggage (about 600 to 700 oceans for a round trip), a boarding case and a backpack. Once again, the experiment proved that it was completely enough for a thirteen-day trip. Yes, there is even a place to bring back some souvenirs.

Airport transfer

There are generally two options for the first night after arrival, one is to stay in Colombo, the other is to stay in Negombo, the latter is closer to the airport. We chose to stay in Negombo. The hotel we booked provided free pick-up service. The hotel will send a confirmation email after booking, which is very thoughtful. If airport pick-up is not included, you can ask in advance via email whether paid airport pick-up service is provided. If not, you can make a reservation at Magnum Fliggy or Mafengwo.

We booked the airport drop-off directly with the front desk of the Colombo hotel. Not only is it convenient and hassle-free, the price is also cheaper than online (about 120 yuan), but most of them require direct cash payment, so remember to set aside some money at the end. . Charter a car

The transportation in Sri Lanka is not very developed, and the terrain is rugged and changeable. I have read a few travel notes before, and most people choose to charter a car, and some people rely on public transportation for the entire journey, because no matter the city or the scenic spot, they are all accessible. Since we didn’t want to waste time on transportation, we finally chose the most comfortable and convenient chartered car tour. We didn’t have to worry about getting on the wrong train or long-distance bus, and it also made the trip more comfortable in the hot weather.

It is recommended that you find a reliable car charter service online and consult customer service in advance. After many comparisons, I chose a company with an all-inclusive price (one price, driver tip only), because there are many chartered cars. There will be a limit on the number of kilometers and time, and additional fees will be charged if exceeded, so be sure to inquire before booking.

Our driver Rumesh is born in the 1980s. He is very humorous and optimistic. He speaks fluent English. He is always smiling whenever we see him. In addition to being a driver, he also serves as a guide. He introduces Sri Lanka to us every day. The scenic spots or cultural history, both professionalism and service are all good. In addition, Sri Lanka is a tipping country, so remember to tip the driver 1,000 rupees every day. Train

Sri Lanka has been praised by many travel magazines as "the country with the most beautiful train lines in the world". The most beautiful and the most unmissable are the two highlights. One is the "alpine train" that shuttles through the alpine tea gardens. One section is "Sea Train", which is known as the source of inspiration for the master Hayao Miyazaki. Although the train looks older, the carriages are not particularly messy. The train always passes by slowly, allowing us to enjoy the scenery while also experiencing the exciting fun of pulling a train.

Sri Lanka’s trains have three types of carriages, and the prices are not expensive. The first-class seats are the best (the legendary sightseeing carriage), but you need to buy tickets on the Sri Lankan Railways official website 10 days in advance.

For second- and third-class seats, just buy tickets on site. Most of the people in the third-class carriages are locals, and they are more down-to-earth. What's particularly important is that no one checks tickets on the trains here, and there are no seat numbers. Just get on the train and find a seat to sit down. Different train lines, whether you sit on the left or right determines the completely different scenery you will see along the way. On the sea train, remember to sit on the left in the direction of the train so that you can see the sea!

Alpine Train

The whole journey takes 7 hours and can be divided into two sections, namely Kandy-Nuwara Eliya and Nuwara Eliya-Ella. If you feel that the time is too long, it is recommended to choose a section to experience it. After careful consideration, we finally chose to take the most essential section: Nuwara Eliya-Ella. It only takes more than 3 hours to drive and has a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery along the way.

Sea Train

This is the train line with the highest expectations on this trip. I was fascinated by the sea train when I first saw it in "Spirited Away". This section of the train runs from Galle to the capital Colombo. Although it runs along the coastline, it actually runs only a short section on the seaside, which takes more than ten minutes. It is recommended to buy the bus after 3 pm, which is more convenient. Possibility to see the sunset over the sea. You can choose to get off at Fort

station, but this station is not the terminal station, so don’t wait until the last stop before getting off. Check Google Maps and ask the locals next to you for confirmation. Go to this The station is the largest train station in Colombo, and you can get off and go to major hotels in the city.