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Private Room with Double Bed, Riding China’s Rarest Double-Decker Train

Today, I took a ride on the vintage double-decker train, number Y762, from Lijiang to Dali — the only regular train in China equipped with double beds. Double-decker trains are quite rare in China, and the "Single Soft Cabin" seat I experienced today is even more unique. There are no similar seats on any other trains. The main feature is that each private cabin comes with a double bed and a single bed. With just one ticket, you can bring two additional people along, making it a great choice for couples or families. This train travels from Lijiang to Dali. If you’ve never heard of these two cities, they are located in the southwestern part of China’s Yunnan Province and are famous tourist destinations with beautiful scenery year-round. Yunnan is also one of China’s most ethnically diverse regions, which is reflected in the many ethnic-inspired decorations and cultural elements on the train, adding a rich local flair. Along the way, the train passes by Erhai Lake, one of Dali’s most famous attractions, known for its romantic atmosphere. The same train also operates between Lijiang and Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province. However, those trains run at night, meaning you’ll miss the scenic views along the way. Weather can also greatly affect your experience, so if you plan to take this special train, make sure to check the weather forecast and try to choose a clear day. Additionally, each train only has 14 cabins, and tickets tend to sell out quickly during peak seasons, like summer holidays. It’s recommended to book in advance. Although the 4-hour journey costs 328.5 RMB (45 USD), which is definitely not cheap for a non-high-speed train in China, keep in mind that the ticket allows you to bring two additional people, essentially making it a ticket for three. By comparison, a regular seat ticket on the same train costs only 23.5 RMB (3.2 USD), a significant difference. However, if you want to experience a private cabin with a double bed in China, your only options besides this train are those luxury tourist trains priced over 7000 USD. So, from this perspective, I have no complaints about the ticket price, but it would have been better if they had cleaned the windows a bit more. Timestamp: 0:00 Intro 0:34 Tiger Leaping Gorge before taking the train 1:11 Ticket check and boarding at Lijiang Station 3:28 Getting on board 4:32 The private room 7:12 Carriage tour, toilets and other cheaper seats 9:04 Dining carriage and 'bar' carriage 14:03 Lying on the bed, enjoying the view 17:42 Arriving at Dali station 19:32 A beautiful park by the Erhai Lake Fare Information: 328.5 RMB (45 USD / 43 EUR / 36 GBP / 7020 JPY / 70 AUD / 63 CAD / 41 CHF / 62 SGD / 354 HKD / 63655 KRW / 1481 TWD) Prices for other class seats: 'Hard seat': 23.5 RMB (3 USD / 3 EUR / 2 GBP / 500 JPY / 5 AUD / 5 CAD / 3 CHF / 4 SGD / 25 HKD / 4596 KRW / 106 TWD) 'Soft sleeper': 105.5 RMB (15 USD / 14 EUR / 13 GBP / 2250 JPY / 23 AUD / 21 CAD / 13 CHF / 20 SGD / 113 HKD / 20475 KRW / 473 TWD) *Exchange rates are based on the video's release date and may not be accurate. ▶ I use automatic translation of subtitles, so please excuse me if some look a little weird.