“The most beautiful scenery is along the way.” China’s railways span far and wide, and the continuous expansion of high-speed rail has made travel easier and more convenient. If you only see trains as a means of transportation, you’re missing out. The following10railway lines will show you that the views along the way are even more captivating than the destinations themselves......
Dali-Lijiang Railway
Winding leisurely through the colorful clouds of the south
Route: Dali--Heqing--Lijiang
Departing near the Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake,KTrains starting with the letter D take you past the Caohai Wetland, offer glimpses of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and slowly bring you into the ancient town of Lijiang. You’ll not only fall in love with the beautiful scenery along the way but also with the leisurely pace of life in the colorful southern skies.......
Xianggui Railway
The best choice from Central to Southwest China
Route: Hengyang East--Qidong--Qiyang--Yongzhou--Dong’an East--Quanzhou South--Xing’an North--Guilin--Liuzhou--Nanning East
From Central to Southwest China, the distance between Mount Heng in Nanyue and the landscapes of Guilin is just5hours away. If you have more time, you can even take a train from Nanning to Vietnam to experience some French flair.
Chengdu-Kunming Railway
The higher the altitude, the better the mood
Route: Chengdu--Meishan--Emei--Hanyuan--Ganluo--Yuexi--Xide--Xichang--Panzhihua--Yuanmou--Heijing--Guangtong North--Kunming
Traveling from the Land of Abundance to the Colorful Clouds of Yunnan, the altitude rises steadily while the scenery becomes increasingly breathtaking. Just riding the train alone will have you snapping photos non-stop.
Guiyang-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway
Breathtaking Scenery Across Three Provinces
Route: Guangzhou South--Zhaoqing East--Hezhou--Guilin West--Guiyang North
The world’s longest railway traversing karst landscapes takes you5hours to cross three provinces. Jealousy alert for friends in Guangdong—just minutes away from strolling through the scenery of Guilin, or set off on a whim to explore Guizhou’s ethnic Miao villages and ancient towns.
Yuehai Railway
Experience a Train Ride Over the Sea
--Route: Guangzhou--Foshan--Zhaoqing--Maoming East--Zhanjiang West--Xuwen--Haikou--Sanya
--Route: Guangzhou--Foshan--Zhaoqing--Maoming East--Zhanjiang West--Xuwen--Haikou--Sanya
No need to yearn for Sri Lanka’s scenic seaside trains—just hop on the Yuehai Railway, where you can enjoy the extraordinary experience of riding a train across the sea without even leaving China.
Jitu-Hunchun High-Speed Railway
Showcasing the most stunning autumn scenery in Northeast China
Route: Jilin--Jiaohe West--Yanji West--Tumen North--Hunchun
This route connects a series of breathtaking sights including Songhua Lake, Red Leaf Valley, Changbai Mountain, and the Tumen River. Be sure to visit in autumn to witness the most magnificent beauty of the Northeast.
Lanxin Railway
A journey where stunning landscapes meet delicious food
Route: Lanzhou West--Xining--Menyuan--Zhangye West--Gaotai South--Jiuquan South--Jiayuguan South--Liuyuan South--Hami--Tuha--Turpan North--Urumqi South
The only major railway line connecting Xinjiang to inland China, this route takes you from deserts to grasslands, and from hand-pulled noodles to big-plate chicken. Yes, it’s a must-do journey for landscape lovers and foodies alike.&A route not to be missed by those who love scenery and great food...
Taiwan Circular Railway
Explore the beautiful island by train
Route: Taipei--Taichung--Tainan--Kaohsiung--Pingtung--Chihshang--Hualien--Jiaoxi (main stop)
The "Star of the Ring" is a sightseeing train launched by Taiwan, stopping at over twenty stations along the route, covering almost all of the island’s popular travel destinations. It's much more convenient than other trains—one ticket takes you through the mountains and seas of the beautiful island.
Hefei-Fuzhou High-Speed Railway
Is this really not a tourist-only train?
Route: Hefei South--Chaohu East--Wuwei--Nanling--Jixi North--Huangshan North--Wuyuan--Shangrao--Wuyishan East--Gutian North--Fuzhou
With major stations near scenic spots such as Chaohu, Jixi, Huangshan, Wuyuan, and Wuyishan, there are already5stops that offer a truly eye-opening train journey from the water-ink landscapes of Anhui to the green mountains and rivers of Fujian. What’s more, this line is also part of the Beijing–Fuzhou High-Speed Railway. Travelers starting from the origin station in Beijing can enjoy an even richer variety of scenic transitions along the way.
Qinghai–Tibet Railway
Fulfill your dream of crossing the no-man’s-land
Route: Xining--Delingha--Golmud--Amdo--Nagqu--Damxung--Lhasa
Want to experience the desolate beauty of no-man’s-land without risking a hike? Hop on a train—hundreds of kilometers of emptiness, tranquility, and vastness will accompany you across the west. Who says outdoor beginners can’t cross no-man’s-land?2000kilometers
Train travel doesn’t have to be dull and exhausting. I really want to experience all of these train routes...