Ride the rails betten China's two greatest cities,  to see a city whose glamour and scandal fascinated the world in the 1920's and 1930's ... Noel Coward wrote "Private Lives" whilst staying at the Colonial Hotel in Shanghai, but hopefully you won't just stay in your hotel room like he did. Although Shanghai might even be the place you begin your own best seller?

Trip overview

DAY 1 – Beijing Central Station

If you are arriving into Beijing Central Station* at the end of your trans-siberian journey our driver will meet you at the end of the platform and will be holding a meeting-board with your name on. Transfer from the station directly to the Red Wall Hotel 3*.

*Please note for passengers arriving into Beijing International Airport a transfer surcharge will apply.

DAY 2 – Time to explore

If you haven’t pre-booked one of our city excursions today is your own to explore.

DAY 3 – Check out

You’ll need to check out of your room by 12 noon today. Your time is free until your train departs. Hotel Reception can pre-order you a taxi to the station where you will board the Shanghai bound train.

DAY 4 – Arrive Shanghai

Early morning arrival in the vibrant city of Shanghai. We offer hotel accommodation in the city please see our extra services for prices.

Start Dates

No set start dates – trips can start on any day.