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Itinerary & Train Advice - Winter
May 17, 2008 18:14
  • BELINDAJANE
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Hi Everyone,

I'm considering a 4 week trip through China in December 08-January 09.

The key cities I'm planning to visit are:
Shanghai, Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou, Guilin and Hong Kong.

This may seem like a silly question, but do the trains operate to schedule during Winter? (i.e. are they affected by snow in the northern regions?) If so, would flying be a better option for some routes?

Also, if anyone can suggest some additional "must see" places, please let me know. I've only just started researching this, so any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks! :)





May 17, 2008 21:19
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  • ELLYSE
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Yes, trains run as per normal regardless of season or weather.
I would suggest that you also go to Harbin. Look on my VirtualTourist Harbin travel page for more tips and photos: http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/1d57/f8323/
Don't know what else to recommend you, since you didn't indicate your sightseeing interests/preferences.
May 18, 2008 02:09
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  • JABAROOTOO
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No trains to Jiuzhaigou so you would have to fly from either Xian or Chengdu subject to the weather and availability
May 18, 2008 11:37
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  • ELLYSE
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Yes, Jaba brought up a good point.
Xi'an -- Jiuzhaigou flights don't run in winter. You'll have to fly from Chengdu.
May 24, 2008 22:00
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  • BELINDAJANE
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Great - thanks for all your advice everyone. This has been very helpful!
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