China Rail:
A reasonable level of fitness is required for rail journeys as it is more time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You’ll be getting on and off trains, coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps. You will need to carry your own luggage on and off the train.
High Speed Bullet Trains:
You will take multiple high-speed “bullet” train journeys. You will travel in second-class soft seats with air conditioning. For train journeys you must ensure that you pack liquids, aerosols and gels/lotions in your hand luggage as per recent regulations. Passengers are not allowed to carry any aerosols over 100ml. Passengers are also not allowed to carry flammable gases or liquids including styling gel, compressed air or insecticides; any explosives, magnetised
material, knives (including Swiss Army knives), scissors or sharp items (medication is fine). Bag
checks are conducted randomly and any of these items may be confiscated before boarding the
train (in hand luggage or main luggage). The National Escort will inform you of specific details
prior to boarding.
High-Speed Train Facilities:
- The second-class seats are in a 3 x 2 seating configuration
- Each carriage has a western style toilet. Most seats will have a foldable tray table and power socket for charging your electronic devices
- Dining carts on board if you wish to purchase your own additional food
- Seating & upgrades cannot be guaranteed - guides will assist locally
- Luggage space & overhead storage
- Train duration approximately 3-6 hours
