I did this in China (Beijing-Shanghai). It’s cool, isn’t it? : )
How to travel overnight on a sleeper train
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"Cramped but amusing!"
How I did it: During my stay in Russia (after 3/4 days) I took the sleeper train from St Petersburg to Moscow. It was exciting but VERY cramped, and very difficult to lug heavy cases onto.
Our suitcases took up the whole carriage - there was no floor! *haha* Also, the armed guards bolt your door, don't open it as there was some shouting outside ours and I think someone was thrown off (not from our party). The train starts going very slowly at one point and hungry people will hit your carriage, which can be a little scary - they cannot get in - and very sad - there is nothing you can directly do.
It was very exciting and as you pull into Moscow you can see everyone trudging to work in the snow. It was so amazing and atmospheric, a proper adventure.
Lessons & tips: Take SMALL cases.
Don't open the door.
Have a bit to drink to help you sleep as it is not comfy.
Wear a thick jumper - it is cold and gets more so as the night goes on.
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