点评:We took the iconic Kandy to Ella train and we really enjoyed it. The views are nothing short of breathtaking – rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and charming little villages gently pass by (this is not a quick trip!). It’s a long journey, but the scenery makes every minute worth it.
We booked our tickets in advance through the Sri Lanka Trains Ticket website, which worked smoothly. We downloaded and printed our tickets without issue. Just a heads-up – there were small discrepancies between the time printed on the ticket and the official schedule, so double-check timings closer to your travel date.
We opted for 1st Class Air-Conditioned, and while reviews say you miss out on the full “open-window” experience, we really appreciated the cooler temperature and extra space, especially over such a long journey.
Getting to Kandy station by Tuk Tuk was easy and convenient. Uber works in Kandy too, but don’t expect instant pickups – it can take a bit of time for a driver to show up.
Pro tip: Bring your own snacks! There are vendors on the train selling items, but it’s definitely worth having some food and drinks with you.
Overall, an unforgettable way to experience the Sri Lankan countryside. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the region!
翻译:我们乘坐了标志性的康提到埃拉的火车,非常享受。沿途的景色美得令人窒息——连绵起伏的山丘、郁郁葱葱的茶园,以及缓缓掠过的迷人小村庄(这趟旅程可不短!)。虽然旅途漫长,但沿途的美景让每一分钟都值得。
我们提前通过斯里兰卡火车票网站预订了车票,整个过程非常顺利。我们下载并打印了车票,没有任何问题。需要注意的是,车票上显示的时间与官方时刻表略有出入,因此请在临近出行日期时仔细核对时间。
我们选择了头等空调车厢,虽然评论说车厢会错过“开窗”的体验,但我们真的很喜欢凉爽的温度和更大的空间,尤其是在如此漫长的旅途中。
乘坐嘟嘟车前往康提车站既方便又快捷。优步在康提也提供服务,但不要指望能立即接载——司机可能需要一些时间才能到达。
温馨提示:记得带上自己的零食!火车上虽然有摊贩出售各种商品,但带上一些食物和饮料绝对值得。
总而言之,这是体验斯里兰卡乡村风情的难忘方式。强烈推荐所有前往该地区的游客!