Taking China’s Sleeper Trains!

#chinatransit
What to Expect & How to Book 🚆💤

🟢 Slide 1: Introduction & Why Take a Sleeper Train?
• Why choose a sleeper train? (Budget-friendly, time-saving, scenic routes)
• Types of sleepers:
✅ Hard sleeper (6 beds per cabin)
✅ Soft sleeper (4 beds per cabin)
✅ Deluxe sleeper (2 beds, private cabin)
• Best sleeper train routes:
• Beijing → Xi’an (Terracotta Warriors)
• Shanghai → Kunming (Nature & culture)

🟢 Slide 2: How to Book & What to Expect Onboard
• Booking options:
✅ 12306 App (Official Chinese rail app)
✅ Travel agencies & hotels
✅ Buy at train stations (bring passport!)
• Onboard experience:
• Bedding, shared toilets, food options
• Social atmosphere—locals often chat & share snacks

🟢 Slide 3: Travel Tips for a Smooth Journey
• Packing list:
✅ Snacks, water, earplugs, power bank
✅ Tissues & hand sanitizer (public toilets!)
• Etiquette & Safety:
✅ Lights out after 10 PM
✅ Keep valuables safe
✅ Don’t climb into someone else’s bunk!
#chinasleepertrain

Post by A little snap | Mar 11, 2025