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Top 15 Train Experiences in China

53 tours  ·  from $28

The good train experiences go weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option - Choosing between car and bullet train
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Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option

1.Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · from $193Our pick

Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou by private car, bullet train, or both, with a personal guide such as Annie, Roy, Melinda, or Sammi. Visit Humble Administrator’s Garden, Pingjiang Road, Tiger Hill, and Shantang Street, with optional lunch, garden entry, and canal boat ride.

“Our guide Melinda English speaker was very attentive and knowledgeable. We were happy and the meal was great . To be honest I would do it over again with stay overnight to explore more , but not during summer time. The canal was beautiful, It’s little too hot now however in overall , It’s highly recommended.”

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Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option - Humble Administrator’s Garden, Suzhou’s classic introduction
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Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

2.Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 283 reviews · from $220

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Suzhou with a private guide such as Caroline, Jane, Berlin, or Queena. Ride the bullet train from Shanghai, visit a UNESCO-listed garden, take a rickshaw and canal boat, eat a local lunch, and return by train. Choose the all-inclusive package for simpler budgeting.

“We visited Suzhou from Shanghai for a day trip, and Caroline made the experience absolutely wonderful for both me and my mom. She was extremely warm, patient, and knowledgeable, and explained everything in a very clear and engaging Read more”

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Beijing to Xi'an See Terracotta Warriors with Bullet Train Round Trip Transfer - The bullet train is part of the experience
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Beijing to Xi’an See Terracotta Warriors with Bullet Train Round Trip Transfer

3.Beijing to Xi’an See Terracotta Warriors with Bullet Train Round Trip Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $564

Take the G91 bullet train from Beijing to Xi’an, meet a private guide such as Serena, Alice, or Bo, enjoy Biang Biang noodles, and explore the Terracotta Warriors before returning on the G90. Hotel transfers, train tickets, museum admission, and private Xi’an transport are included.

“Very good experience. Mr. Rocky was very helpful and he knows a lot about Terracotta Warriors and Xian history. We are happy to be in Xian and hope we come back again. The trip was very good organized with the transportation and information was useful.”

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Flexible Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train - Longjing Tea Village and Dragon Well Green Tea
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Flexible Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

4.Flexible Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 220 reviews · from $276

Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou by one-hour bullet train with a private guide such as Caroline, Queena, Berlin, Lin, or Xin. Set your own sightseeing priorities, then visit West Lake, Longjing tea country, local restaurants, and possibly Lingyin Temple or Hefang Street. Lunch and hotel transfers are included.

“From start to finish, our private tour to Hangzhou was absolutely incredible. The day began with a seamless hotel pick-up, and from that moment we knew we were in great hands with our guide, Caroline. She was warm, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make the experience memorable. Our first stop was the beautiful West Lake, and Caroline brought the history and legends of the area to life in such a captivating way. The scenery was breathtaking, and she knew all the best spots for photos and quiet moments away from the crowds. Next, we visited the Dragon Well tea farm, which was a highlight of the day. Walking…”

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Shanghai: Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train - The bullet train turns a distant day trip into a practical one
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Shanghai: Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train

5.Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 179 reviews · 13 hours - 1 day · from $399

Spend 13 hours traveling from Shanghai to Linhai by bullet train, then explore East Lake, the Southern Great Wall, and Ziyang Old Street with a private English-speaking guide. Guides such as Summer, Emma, Jenny, and Jordan help with history, food, translation, photos, and transport.

“The guide Summer was excellent. 10/10. We saw everything we wanted to see and were kept informed all the way . Summer also arranged a taxi for us for the next day for another trip. The food was excellent at the restaurant. Would definite use the same company again.”

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Shanghai: All-Inclusive Suzhou Day Trip by Bullet Train - Hotel pickup and the bullet train to Suzhou
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Shanghai: All-Inclusive Suzhou Day Trip by Bullet Train

6.All-Inclusive Suzhou Day Trip by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 9 hours · from $288

Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou with a private English-speaking guide such as Caroline, Berlin, Lulu, or Nini. Visit the Humble Administrator’s Garden, ride a rickshaw on Pingjiang Road, enjoy lunch and canal scenery, and explore Panmen Gate and Shantang Street.

“Very nice day spent together with Berlin! Excellent good, interesting places, overall a good activity!”

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Shanghai: Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train - The bullet train turns a distant day trip into a practical one
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Shanghai: Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train

7.Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $399

Meet guides such as Summer, Emma, Jordan, or Jenny at your Shanghai hotel, then ride to Linhai for the Jiangnan Great Wall, East Lake, lunch, and Ziyang Old Street. The private format lets you adjust the pace, ask questions, and get help with trains, food, and local customs.

“Great day! It was beautiful and historical with great shopping and eating after walking the wall. Summer is an excellent tour guide/ definitely recommend her!!”

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Shanghai: Private Guided Tour to Hangzhou by Bullet Train - The bullet train keeps the morning efficient
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Shanghai: Private Guided Tour to Hangzhou by Bullet Train

8.Private Guided Tour to Hangzhou by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 9 hours · from $314

Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou by fast bullet train with a private English-speaking guide such as Caroline, Berlin, Queena, or Lin. Spend the day at West Lake, a Longjing tea farm, and Lingyin Temple, with private car transport, lunch, tea tasting, and room to adjust the plan.

“The visit to West Lake and Lingyin Temple was enchanting. We have also enjoyed our short hiking to the Long Jing tea farm. Caroline did a wonderful job in explaining and taking us through the histories and ancient stories. Lunch at the Green Tea restaurant was also delicious and superb.”

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Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train - Fei Lai Feng: limestone caves and Buddhist carvings
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Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

9.Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $275

Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou with a private guide, second-class bullet train tickets, local transport, and optional lunch and entrance fees. You’ll visit Fei Lai Feng, Lingyin Temple, Dragon Well tea fields, West Lake, and Hefang Street. Guides such as Annie, Sunny, Lily, and Linda are praised for clear English and personal service.

“Everything was great. There wasn't anything to complain about the trip Especially our guide Lily was very knowledgeable and helpful . I immediately recommend to my friends!”

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Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel - Getting from arrivals to the Maglev platform
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Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel

10.Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 58 reviews · from $78Best value

Meet an English-speaking representative at Pudong Airport, ride the Maglev 32 kilometers to Longyang Road in about eight minutes, then continue by private vehicle to your central Shanghai hotel. Guides such as Tom, Michael, and Jennifer have assisted arriving passengers, but bring manageable luggage for the station transfer.

“We regrettably cannot remember our guide’s name as it has been a few days since this transfer from Shanghai Airport, on Maglev train & then transfer to our hotel. In short, this is the ONLY transfer to do if you are new to mainland China. Our Read more”

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Suzhou Private Guided Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train - Humble Administrator’s Garden and Suzhou’s art of space
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Suzhou Private Guided Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

11.Suzhou Private Guided Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 9 hours · from $218

Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou in 30 minutes by bullet train, then follow a private English-speaking guide through classic gardens, canal streets, Tiger Hill, and the Grand Canal. Guides such as Melinda, Roy, Sammi, and Annie tailor the day, arrange local lunch advice, and help you manage the busy sights.

“It was a great tour! The bullet train, the extra history background, the city, Roy as a guide was also very fluent and helpful in understanding the history as well as showing us some extras! I can only recommend this tour and Roy too. A must do if you are around Shanghai.”

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Beijing to Datong See YunGang Cave, Hanging Temple (Bullet Train) - The 7:19am bullet train from Beijing North
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Beijing to Datong See YunGang Cave, Hanging Temple (Bullet Train)

12.Beijing to Datong See YunGang Cave, Hanging Temple (Bullet Train)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $416

Leave Beijing around 6:15am for Datong by bullet train, then visit the 1,500-year-old Yungang Grottoes and cliffside Hanging Temple. Cathy coordinates the trip, while local guides such as George or Tracy handle sightseeing, lunch, and transfers in a private group.

“Highly recommended tour. The assistance from Cathy since the purchasing, and even before, during and after the tour is valuable. Then, our tour guide Gorge provided us an incredible itinerary. The restaurant he took us for Lunch was amazing local food. Totally worth the price.”

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LUXURY Bullet Train: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai - Why the bullet train makes Hangzhou practical
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LUXURY Bullet Train: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

13.LUXURY Bullet Train: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $234

Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou by private bullet train day trip, then see West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Amanfayun, Meijiawu tea village, and Southern Song Imperial Street. Your English-speaking guide arranges a boat ride, tea tasting, lunch, local transport, and return train tickets. Choose second, first, or business class.

“Iris was our tour guide. She very friendly and helpful. Good food and good view. Business bullet train experience wonderful. My daughter loves to wear Hangzhou tradition clothes taking pictures. Iris will wait for us to picking and wear the clothes to take the pictures. It’s so nice experience.”

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Beijing: Xi'an Terracotta Tour by Train-All Tickets Included - The early start at Beijing West Railway Station
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Beijing: Xi’an Terracotta Tour by Train-All Tickets Included

14.Xi’an Terracotta Tour by Train-All Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 17 hours · from $438

Travel from Beijing to Xi’an by 2nd-class bullet train, then visit all three Terracotta Army pits with a private English-speaking guide. Henry, Lucia, and Jasmine have led recent departures. Transfers, museum entry, and train tickets are covered, but lunch is not.

“The guide, Lucia was very kind and explained everything in detail. She was very patient and took a lot of pictures for us. Overall it was a great experience.”

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Beijing Great Wall Private Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train - The 6 a.m. hotel pickup in Shanghai
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Beijing Great Wall Private Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

15.Beijing Great Wall Private Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $575

Travel from Shanghai to Beijing by first or second class bullet train, then visit Mutianyu with a private guide such as Summer, Vivi, or Linda. Your package includes hotel transfers, train tickets, entrance, and the Great Wall cableway, but not lunch or the optional toboggan.

“Waking up before the city and hotel is unusual when on vacation, but definitely worth it for this trip from Shanghai to Beijing to walk the steps of the Great Wall of China. From start to end it was a well organised trip and we felt taken care of. A very informative guide showing us the wall and teaching us the history. Definetly worth it!”

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