The Trans Siberia Railway is a famed railway for many travellers, for being one of the longest railway line in the world and the scenic journey it provides. Starting from Moscow, the train takes about seven days to traverse Siberia, Russia's hinterland. The more touristic train will then travel past Mongolia towards Beijing, China. The less touristic train will simply head towards Vladivostok, Russia's far eastern city.
This June, I had the opportunity to travel on the less touristic train. Most, if not all, of the train's passengers were Russians travelling domestically.
Each train carriage had two friendly attendants to care for its passengers, one working in the day and the other at night, round the clock. Neither they nor any other passengers speak English, but I get by on sign language. Haha!
In conclusion, the Tran Siberia railway is a bucket list for many tourists, including me. And I'm glad that I had a chance to ride on it. The journey offers a glimpse into Siberia and its towns, some of which are not really on the world map. Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
This June, I had the opportunity to travel on the less touristic train. Most, if not all, of the train's passengers were Russians travelling domestically.
Each train carriage had two friendly attendants to care for its passengers, one working in the day and the other at night, round the clock. Neither they nor any other passengers speak English, but I get by on sign language. Haha!
On the train, my 'home' for seven days!
Varied scenery on the journey
Russian train station
My second class cabin
Russian train locomotive
A second class ticket entitles me to a complimentary meal. For my other meals, I will either head to the restaurant car or simply had instant noodles, bought from one of the many train stations snack shops.
Heading East !
Many snack shops at the station platform
100 is my train number 😀. The train is mostly punctual in arriving and departing from a station.
In the restaurant car, with snacks and a limited meal menu
One of the many bridges
A train exhibit
Arriving in Vladivostok
Russian souvenirs
In conclusion, the Tran Siberia railway is a bucket list for many tourists, including me. And I'm glad that I had a chance to ride on it. The journey offers a glimpse into Siberia and its towns, some of which are not really on the world map. Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
