| Sleeper train - Beijing to Xian | |
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| Apr 14, 2007 22:32 |   |
 | I'm going to be in Beijing for a very short time in June. As soon as I get there I want to take the sleeper train to Xian for a day. Does anyone know if I can book the train on the internet? Or would I be able to turn up and book on the day? (I don't speak Chinese.) Also, how much would a guide in Xian cost for a day - or do I not need one? Thanks all. |
| Apr 15, 2007 00:38 | #1 |
| Hi Kitty, Why not check our China Trains? http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/ Tcg provide detailed train information there. Hope it helps! cheers! |
| Apr 15, 2007 00:40 | #2 |
| Perhaps someone will write out the following for you in Chinese characters: "May I purchase a ticket for a (HARD/SOFT) sleeper to Xian." I believe most will recommend a hard sleeper, but you must make that choice. If you print out those characters, it will simplify getting your tickets. |
| Apr 15, 2007 23:02 | #3 |
| Yes, Griz is right. Buying the train ticket online or through phone call cost extra fees. You can have a try to print the characters and show it to the clerk in train station. But you can ask your hotel staff to book it for your convenience. And Xian is a good city to visit with tour guide cos you may have troubles on understanding the history and culture. When I was there last summer, I went to visit the historical museum and hire a guide at the gate. Plus, you cannot speak Chinese, so it's better to ask someone to help you. :P |
| Apr 15, 2007 23:05 | #4 |
| If you don't want a guide, read more before visiting. It can help! |
| Apr 22, 2007 08:21 | #5 |
| as for ticket you do not be rash .ask some of chinese he who have idea of english to write a note.and if my memory do not play trick on me .every tickets office like xi'an or beijing tour cities have english service . plus. i can not see any kind of necessities to hire a guide .really .self-service travel is more convinence |
| Apr 28, 2007 16:56 | #6 |
| Hi Kitty Neither of us spoke Chinese but we went to the Central Train station and purchsed our tickets to Xi'an without any trouble- look for the English/Foreign counter, we bought two days in advance and had no problem. Soft sleeper tickets are easiest to get but more expensive. Some hotels will book them for you for an extra 20-50 RMB if you are worried. Good Luck. |
| Apr 28, 2007 19:25 | #7 |
| Make sure you go to the West Station to catch your train. It's about a half-hour cab ride away from the Central Train station area. |
| May 31, 2009 19:23 | #8 |
| GUEST44172 | Hi! I am looking for the same information. I looked online, and found the schedule, it is really only $30-60 USD one-way for the sleepers? |
| May 31, 2009 20:22 | #9 |
| Yes, I took the train several days ago, the ticket price is $30-60 USD one-way for the sleepers. |
| Oct 28, 2009 03:26 | #10 |
| GUEST16062 | We visited the Terracotta warriors and when we arrived we were met by gentleman employed by the government that spoke pretty good English. He charged 100 RMB( about $14.00) to escort us around and explain everything in English. WELL worth the money!!! Maddogvf41 |
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