Experience as much of Guangzhou as possible before leaving for Xi'an. See the sights, explore the country and enjoy the opportunity.
Get a sense of local culture by visiting the numerous museums and galleries available to travelers in Guangzhou.
Understand the spiritual culture which is so important to the people of Guangzhou. Visit the area's many temples.
Book tickets in person, not online, because online prices are generally higher in this area.
Book your travel tickets through a travel agent or through the hotel. Know that Guangzhou is a very busy city and booking directly through your hotel is strongly recommended to save time and hassle. However, a fee may be charged for this service.
Prepare yourself properly, as timeliness and efficiency is expected. Have your travel documents in hand and pack your belongings well.
Purchase plenty of food to tide you over for the long trip ahead of you.
Arrive in the station well in advance to catch your train. Check the schedule to confirm departure times.
Plan to keep yourself occupied during the trip. This train ride will take more than one full day so you will have ample opportunity to sleep but you may also want to enjoy other distractions.
Be respectful of those around you. If you book a seat rather than a sleeper, expect to have to share some personal space with those around you. For about twice the price, you can book sleeper accommodations and stretch out more.
Look out the window. The scenery on this trip is considered to be some of the most beautiful in China.
