China & Mongolia Railway Adventure
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Tour Overview
Want an epic rail journey that takes you to some of the world’s most iconic and remote regions? This 18-day adventure might just be for you! Traverse northern China from Shanghai to Beijing on the bullet train, connecting the most iconic highlights in the country, riding a section of the Trans-Mongolian Railway as you make your way from China to Mongolia. This trip combines neon cities, ancient capitals, world wonders, Mongolian steppes and the Gobi Desert into one punchy rail journey. Watch an epic sunset up the Great Wall, spend time staying in a traditional ger campsite, join a family of camel herders for lunch and return home with truly unique travel stories to tell!
Trip Code: CBSDC
Start
Shanghai
End
Ulaanbaatar
Destination
China
Meals
10 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Train, Overnight train, Private vehicle, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (13 nights), Guesthosue (1 night), Overnight train (1 night), Tourist ger camp (2 nights)
Days
18
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Travel along a section of the epic Trans-Mongolian Railway through Mongolia, following the ancient path of tea caravans. Combine this experience with a modern bullet train journey from Shanghai to Beijing and you’ve got rail adventure covered!
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Check out the most iconic highlights in China – See the Terracotta Warriors and The Great Wall of China (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), where you can watch an epic sunset.
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Explore China’s Inner Mongolia region and its iconic vast rolling grasslands, sandy deserts and dunes, and an otherworldly stone forest.
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Whisper your wishes at Sainshand’s Mountain of Wishes, then learn about the nomadic way of life as you join a camel herding family for lunch.
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Spend a full day seeing Khustai National Park, staying in traditional gers and spotting free roaming wild horses, golden eagles and more.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
10 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Train, Overnight train, Private vehicle, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (13 nights), Guesthosue (1 night), Overnight train (1 night), Tourist ger camp (2 nights)
Included activities
- Wuxi - Huishan Ancient Town
- Wuxi - Jichang Garden
- Xi'an - Muslim Quarter Walking Tour and Snack Sampling
- Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour - leader led
- Great Wall - Sunset
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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