How to Book Train Travel From Beijing to Tianjin
Beijing and Tianjin are located in the northern region of mainland China, the host country for the 2008 Olympic Games. Beijing, the capital of mainland China, was historically the ruling seat of the Qing Dynasty. The municipality of Tianjin is the largest port in northern China. Visitors booking train travel from Beijing to Tianjin can visit many historical sites there, including the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.
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Instructions
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Book Train Travel
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Use the China Trip Advisor Web site (see below) to find a train traveling between Beijing and Tianjin. The nonstop Z train is the most highly recommended for tourists.
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Reserve your tickets online between 10 and 60 days in advance using the China Trip Advisor Web site. Don't pay for the tickets until you receive a reservation confirmation.
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Fill in the online train travel booking application for Beijing to Tianjin. If you don't see your connection, email the Web site giving your desired departure and arrival city. They will make the arrangements for you.
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Give a local delivery address in China (usually your hotel) and a delivery date for receiving your tickets. After you book your train travel from Beijing to Tianjin, the Web site will email confirmation.
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Pay online using Visa, MasterCard, Paypal, AMEX or Diners Club.
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Tips & Warnings
Along with your passport, obtain a visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate before you travel.
In preparation for the 2008 Olympic Games, Chinese public transportation and tourist areas are being renovated. This may affect your ability to book train travel from Beijing to Tianjin.
Winters in northern China (December to March) are extremely cold, with temperatures usually below 32 degrees F. Summer (May to August) temperatures can rise to 100 degrees F. July and August are considered the rainy season.
Change foreign currency and travelers cheques at Bank of China branches or tourist hotels and department stores. There are also ATMs and cash machines in some municipalities.
Tipping is not expected in mainland China.
To book train travel From Beijing to Tianjin, call China-Train Ticket at 86 10 65266721 or visit the link below.
Avoid trips to China during Chinese holidays when possible.
Air pollution from cars, burning coal and dust storms (blowing in from the Gobi Desert) can be a problem when traveling by train from Beijing to Tianjin
Pickpockets are a big problem on trains; use a money belt when possible.
Counterfeiting of 50 and 100 Yuan bills is rampant. Have banks check for counterfeit bills.
