China's Arctic Sleeper Train: Mohe Adventure

17 HOURS ON AN ARCTIC SLEEPER TRAIN IN -40°c: Travelling to the China Russia Border

Destination:ChinaProvince:HeilongjiangCity:Harbin

Soph2023-06-2415 min

Join us as we set out on a 17 hour journey to the most Northern town in China! We are taking a trip on the real-life Polar Express. A train driving us through -40°c weather and thick snow to our destination. The ticket cost just £40 each for a hard bed in a shared cabin. Come and see what conditions are like on the sleeper train, what we will eat, and how to use the toilet when everything is frozen!

--- Soph

June 24, 2023, Summer in China

Video Chapters

0:08Journey begins South to North
0:48Real life Polar Express
1:07Boarding the train
2:29Inside the train
5:29Eating on the train
7:24Frozen window
8:48Lights out
9:01Sunrise winter wonderland
10:41Train tour
12:03Train bathroom
13:55Arrival in Mohe

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Embark on a thrilling 17-hour journey aboard a sleeper train through China's frigid north, braving -40°C temperatures to reach Mohe, the country's northernmost town. This epic adventure, costing just £40 per person, unveils the realities of train travel in extreme winter conditions. Witness firsthand the challenges and unique experiences, from navigating frozen facilities to savoring meals amidst a snowy landscape. A captivating tale of resilience and exploration in a winter wonderland.