Sri Lanka Classic Loop
From ancient cities, the Temple of the Tooth, and tea country to Yala and the southern coast, cover the island's top highlights.
This classic clockwise loop is designed for first-time visitors. The first half covers Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, and Kandy. The middle section features the scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella through the tea country, while the second half focuses on leopard spotting, whale watching, and ends at the Galle Fort. Staying 1–3 nights in each destination keeps the pace active but manageable. It is perfect for those who want to see everything in a single trip, though it offers slightly less beach time.
The south coast and tea country are best from December to April. Parts of Yala National Park are often closed in September and October.
每日安排
第 1 天 · Arrival & Rest in Negombo
Take a private transfer from the airport to Negombo (approx. 30 mins). Relax by the beach and adjust to the time zone before heading north.
住宿：Negombo
第 2 天 · Head North to the First Ancient Capital
阿努拉德普勒（阿努拉德普勒聖菩提樹、盧梵維利大塔、祇園寺大塔、無畏山寺）
Drive north from Negombo to Anuradhapura (approx. 3.5 hours). Hire a tuk-tuk or rent a bicycle to explore the ancient city.
When entering sacred sites, you must remove your shoes and cover your shoulders and knees. The ground can get very hot at noon.
住宿：新城
第 3 天 · Mihintale to Sigiriya
阿努拉德普勒（米欣特勒） → 獅子巖·丹布勒（皮杜魯伽拉巖）
Visit Mihintale in the early morning (approx. 30 mins drive), then drive to Sigiriya (approx. 1.5–2 hours).
住宿：獅子巖周邊
第 4 天 · Climb Sigiriya & Explore Polonnaruwa
獅子巖·丹布勒（獅子巖、波隆納魯沃古城、波隆納魯沃圓形佛殿、伽爾寺四佛）
Climb Sigiriya Rock in the early morning (approx. 2–3 hours). Drive to Polonnaruwa in the afternoon (approx. 1 hour) and rent a bicycle to explore the ruins.
Try to climb Sigiriya as soon as it opens to avoid the midday heat and crowds.
住宿：獅子巖周邊
第 5 天 · Dambulla Cave Temple to Kandy
獅子巖·丹布勒（丹布勒石窟寺） → 康提（康提湖、康提文化舞蹈表演）
Drive to Dambulla (approx. 30 mins), then head south to Kandy (approx. 2–2.5 hours). Watch a traditional dance performance in the evening.
住宿：康提湖周邊
第 6 天 · Temple of the Tooth & Royal Botanic Gardens
康提（康提佛牙寺、康提國家博物館與王宮、佩拉德尼亞皇家植物園、錫蘭紅茶博物館）
Walk around the Temple of the Tooth area in the morning. Take a tuk-tuk to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Tea Museum in the afternoon (approx. 30 mins drive).
The Temple of the Tooth holds daily pooja ceremonies in the morning and evening. Though crowded, these offer the best atmosphere.
住宿：康提湖周邊
第 7 天 · Drive into the Tea Country
努沃勒埃利耶·埃拉（拉姆博達瀑布、拉布克利茶園中心、努沃勒埃利耶茶園、格雷戈裡湖）
As the train section from Kandy to Nanu Oya is currently suspended, take a private transfer along the winding mountain roads to Nuwara Eliya (approx. 3 hours).
The mountain region can get cold in the mornings and evenings, so bring a warm jacket. Watch out for landslides and detours after heavy rain.
住宿：努沃勒埃利耶鎮
第 8 天 · Scenic Train to Ella
Drive to Nanu Oya Station (approx. 20 mins), then take the train to Ella (approx. 3 hours). Your driver will meet you at Ella with your luggage.
Book your train seats well in advance and check the schedule for the week, as departure stations may change.
住宿：埃拉鎮
第 9 天 · Hiking in Ella
Explore on foot and by tuk-tuk. The hike to Little Adam's Peak takes about 1.5 hours round-trip. Time your visit to the Nine Arch Bridge with the train schedule.
住宿：埃拉鎮
第 10 天 · Descend to Yala
努沃勒埃利耶·埃拉（布杜魯瓦加拉石刻佛像） → 雅拉·蒂瑟默哈拉默（雅拉國家公園）
Drive south via Wellawaya to Tissamaharama (approx. 3 hours). Board a 4WD jeep in the afternoon for a 4-hour safari in Yala National Park.
Book your safari jeep in advance during peak season, and confirm which park blocks are open before you go.
住宿：蒂瑟默哈拉默
第 11 天 · Tissamaharama Stupas to the South Coast
雅拉·蒂瑟默哈拉默（蒂瑟默哈拉默大佛塔、蒂瑟湖） → 坦加拉（戈亞姆博卡海灘、銀灘（靜謐海灘））
Explore Tissamaharama in the morning, then drive west along the coast to Tangalle (approx. 1.5 hours).
住宿：戈亞姆博卡與銀灘
第 12 天 · Hummanaya Blowhole to Mirissa
坦加拉（胡馬納亞噴水洞） → 加勒·南部海岸（棟德拉角燈塔、椰樹山）
Drive west along the coast to Mirissa (approx. 1.5 hours), stopping at the Hummanaya Blowhole and Dondra Head along the way.
住宿：美蕊沙
第 13 天 · Whale Watching & Drive to Galle
加勒·南部海岸（美蕊沙、科加拉高蹺漁夫、加勒古堡、加勒燈塔）
Take an early morning whale watching boat tour (approx. 4–5 hours). Drive to Galle in the afternoon (approx. 1 hour), passing Koggala.
Take motion sickness medication beforehand if you are prone to seasickness. Boat tours may be canceled in rough seas.
住宿：加勒古堡
第 14 天 · Madu River Mangroves & Departure
加勒·南部海岸（馬杜河紅樹林遊船） → 科倫坡（加勒菲斯綠地）
Drive north along the coast to Madu River (approx. 1 hour) for a boat safari, then head to the airport via Colombo (approx. 2.5 hours).
Colombo can get very congested in the evening. Allow plenty of time even if you have a late-night flight.