XIAKEHAO · EASTERN CHINA RAIL JOURNEYS

In the spirit of Xu Xiake
A journey to the East

Make the faraway part of everyday life. Culture begins on board; home is among the mountains and rivers.

01A moving home through China
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MEET XIAKEHAO

More than arrival.
A way of living.

18 carriages, 58 private cabins, dining, lounges and cultural encounters along the way — a comfortable moving home on rails.

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新东方霞客号
18carriages
58private cabins
190maximum guests
120dining seats
25journeys per year

THE XIAKEHAO EXPERIENCE

Make the faraway
part of everyday life

Culture begins on board
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Culture begins on board

Supported by New Oriental cultural travel

  • Historical storytelling woven into the scenery
  • Local crafts and themed conversations
  • Museum talks and everyday cultural immersion
A moving mountain home
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A moving mountain home

58 private cabins with en-suite bathrooms

  • Eastern aesthetics meets minimal storage
  • Each cabin has its own name and mood
  • Sleeping, storage and washing all considered
A view beyond the window.
A taste of the region.

DINING & SHARED SPACES

A view beyond the window.
A taste of the region.

Panoramic windows and a buffet counter, regional cuisine, daytime talks and evening conversation as the scenery unfolds.

Life on board→

LIFE ON BOARD

Room for rest, conversation and discovery

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Tea & game rooms

Shared moments with fellow travelers (book 8h ahead).

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SPA & wellness

A restorative pause on the way (book 8h ahead).

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Panoramic lounge

Watch the landscape flow by.

XIAKEHAO FILM

Slow-reading China

Roaming mountains and rivers, the colours of four seasons and the vastness of the land.

Slow-reading China

FAQ

Before you set out

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How do I check departures and prices?+

See Journeys and Booking for the annual plan and northeast departures. Final dates, fares and availability follow the official booking notice; you can also send an inquiry.

What cabin types and fares are available?+

Chenghuai 4-berth 11㎡ ¥29,999; Lansheng 3-berth 9㎡ ¥23,999; Xingyuan 3-berth 6.6㎡ ¥17,999 per person.

Can I buy an upper berth separately?+

No. Upper berths are not sold separately; two lower berths must be purchased first.

How are children charged?+

Children aged 2+ must occupy a bed on board and pay the adult rate. Under 2 without a bed are free. A 4th/5th child under 6 pays 60% of the upper berth fare.

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18 carriages · 58 private cabins

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