apeller Posted December 23, 2004 #1 Share Posted December 23, 2004 Any suggestions for a low cost option? We will be 4 people and the cruise line wants $188 PP Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip217 Posted December 23, 2004 #2 Share Posted December 23, 2004 Take the train. Its not elegant, but very inexpensive. A great way to see the real China. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dortmunder Posted December 23, 2004 #3 Share Posted December 23, 2004 I have two other options. 1. Grayline Beijing (94$ pp): http://www1.etix.com/travel/servlet/onlineSale;jsessionid=0179B97F3E11B5DB7616CE177A0AE643?action=viewTourDescription&route_id=5824&franchise_id=53 2. SinoHotelGuide http://www.sinohotelguide.com/ I have contacted these guys and they charge us 150$. Since we are a group of 4, that makes it 37.50$ pp). Quite a difference with the cruise line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiles Posted December 24, 2004 #4 Share Posted December 24, 2004 I second the train option, not only for the cost but also because you get to see some of the landscape. But if you want more convenience, here is a site that also provides travel from hotel to the port for $57 pp in private car, based on 2 people sharing (less with 4) : http://www.chinahighlights.com/beijing/optionaltours.htm Please do share with the board the method you choose to use, and how convenient/enjoyable it was. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Acrusa Posted December 24, 2004 #5 Share Posted December 24, 2004 My wife and I took the Beijing to Hong Kong cruise back in 96.Then nobody and I mean hardly anyone spoke English.When you have to be at the cruise ship at a certain time I would stick with the Cruise lines transfer.It would be very expensive if you missed the ship cause the train got stuck or the car service you took broke down.Theres no AAA in China. There was a tour in Shanghai that took people by train for a full day tour.The train broke down,the cruise line sent busses too pick up the passenger's who where on the tour.The ship waited for 2 hrs for them too get back.There where other passengere's who where on the same train,but didnt book with the ships tour.Lucky for them they had there ID with them so they where taken back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiles Posted December 24, 2004 #6 Share Posted December 24, 2004 I'd agree with Acrusa if this was a port visit. Then, one must always weigh the cost savings against the possibility of missing the ship. However, this isn't a port visit--it's to emark the ship. A taxi from the airport to the port would cost less than 1/2 of what Princess is charging (for 2 people). I will be in Beijing 3 days before we embark on the ship--the choice of taking the Princess transfer never even entered my mind. Add to the equation that the ship departs at 5 pm, I can't see why anyone would want to pay the inflated price for a bus--a limosine would be more comfortable, and cost less. BTW, if you do decide to take the Princess transfer, you must take an operational overnight to insure proper transfer to the ship. The added expense really just serves to inflame my skeptiscm at the corporate world taking advantage of unsuspecting folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apeller Posted December 27, 2004 Author #7 Share Posted December 27, 2004 Thank you all. I'm following up on the links you gave me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzqueen Posted February 11, 2005 #8 Share Posted February 11, 2005 Does anyone have information or a website link regarding the train option from Beijing to Xingang? I am having trouble finding this, and would like to explore the option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinlivin Posted February 11, 2005 #9 Share Posted February 11, 2005 Hi, I found this site: http://www.wacts.com/traffic/train/query.asp#query but I can't find the fare information on it. I have an email outstanding to them. Which cruise are you on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzqueen Posted February 11, 2005 #10 Share Posted February 11, 2005 We are on the November 24th Beijing to Singapore cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildbob Posted May 3, 2005 #11 Share Posted May 3, 2005 We'll be on the Diamond Princess from Beijing to Singapore embarking 24 Nov, and have just started looking into transfer possibilities Beijing to Xingang Cruise Port Terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinlivin Posted May 3, 2005 #12 Share Posted May 3, 2005 Cruzqueen, Did you find your info for the train to Xi'an from Beijing? Wildbob, Checkout www.Beijinglimo.com they have transfer options. Also, www.pandatourchina.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildbob Posted May 4, 2005 #13 Share Posted May 4, 2005 Transfer info: http://www.sixthstar.com/upload/_docs/Beijing.pdf cruisinlivin: Thanks for the limo link. cruzqueen: Some train schedules (albeit old in the 2nd case) http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/display1.asp?from1=Beijing&to1=Tianjin&Submit32=SUBMIT http://english.enorth.com.cn/system/2001/11/14/000189713.shtml Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildbob Posted May 4, 2005 #14 Share Posted May 4, 2005 beijinglimo: The cost for an airport transfer is US$59 and the transfer from Beijing to the Xingang Port Cruise is US$259. The price is based on a Buick minivan which can hold six passengers. Is someone perhaps interested in sharing a minvan with us (2 p.) to the Xingang Port on Nov. 24? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtanaka Posted May 18, 2005 #15 Share Posted May 18, 2005 You could look here for the most up to date train schedules: http://treehouse.ofb.net/guide/searchtrainroutes?lang=en Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildbob Posted July 16, 2005 #16 Share Posted July 16, 2005 The cost per person for a minivan from Beijing to Xingang Cruise Terminal is about $37 (4 persons in van) and $26 (6 persons in van). Is someone perhaps interested in sharing a minivan with us (2 p.) to the Xingang Cruise Port on Nov. 24 to board the Diamond Princess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smeyer418 Posted July 16, 2005 #17 Share Posted July 16, 2005 My wife and I took the Beijing to Hong Kong cruise back in 96.Then nobody and I mean hardly anyone spoke English.When you have to be at the cruise ship at a certain time I would stick with the Cruise lines transfer.It would be very expensive if you missed the ship cause the train got stuck or the car service you took broke down.Theres no AAA in China.There was a tour in Shanghai that took people by train for a full day tour.The train broke down,the cruise line sent busses too pick up the passenger's who where on the tour.The ship waited for 2 hrs for them too get back.There where other passengere's who where on the same train,but didnt book with the ships tour.Lucky for them they had there ID with them so they where taken back. English is a required course at all China schools. Taught from the first grade on. The Chinese are getting ready for the 2008 Olympics and everything is almost ready(they really want to show the world the difference). If you haven't been there since 1996 you have missed really incredible change. Go back. and they may be the last major country on earth that loves Americans- they adnire our spirit and our capitalism. That being said unless you get the transfers from a reputable and known entity think twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARTGRL Posted July 16, 2005 #18 Share Posted July 16, 2005 Is there any recent information regarding private transfers from Beijing into pier at Tianjin? :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinlivin Posted July 17, 2005 #19 Share Posted July 17, 2005 Bob, We are planning to use Beijing Limo Oct. 23. We should be back from our trip by Nov. 20th. I will try to post when we get back. When do you leave for your trip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildbob Posted July 17, 2005 #20 Share Posted July 17, 2005 ARTGRL: see perhaps http://www.pandatourchina.com/Tourist_Track/Beijing.asp smeyer418: thanks for the perspective cruisinlivin: we'll leave on Nov. 21. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aclay Posted July 18, 2005 #21 Share Posted July 18, 2005 Hi does anyone know how long the transfer takes from Xingang to Beijing airport? We would arrive 7am in Xingang and would hope to make a 1.05pm flight- is that too aggressive? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edna@optonline.net Posted July 19, 2005 #22 Share Posted July 19, 2005 Hi I'm on the Oct 12 cruise from osaka to beijing and my TA said the transfer from xingang to beijing should take 2 1/2 hours by bus. I don't know where it airport is but this should help a little. edna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aclay Posted July 19, 2005 #23 Share Posted July 19, 2005 HiI'm on the Oct 12 cruise from osaka to beijing and my TA said the transfer from xingang to beijing should take 2 1/2 hours by bus. I don't know where it airport is but this should help a little. edna Thanks edna Just got an answer from our TA: Princess recommend taking flights after 2pm since they say we should allow 4 hours for the transfer! So a 1.05 will be a bit risky ;-(( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lobbylin Posted July 24, 2005 #24 Share Posted July 24, 2005 Hi does anyone know how long the transfer takes from Xingang to Beijing airport? We would arrive 7am in Xingang and would hope to make a 1.05pm flight- is that too aggressive? thanks Hi Aclay - we're booked on the Sapphire Bangkok to Xingang Nov 11-06 cruise only and need to get from the port to the airport - we don't plan to stay in Beijing as we don't have enough time sadly.... Who are you planning to use to get to the airport? Does anyone know if you can just book the transfer with Princess whilst on the cruise, or does it need to be booked in advance? Also, will there be there be anyone at the port to offer this service on the day (non-Princess) Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lobbylin Posted July 24, 2005 #25 Share Posted July 24, 2005 I second the train option, not only for the cost but also because you get to see some of the landscape. But if you want more convenience, here is a site that also provides travel from hotel to the port for $57 pp in private car, based on 2 people sharing (less with 4) : http://www.chinahighlights.com/beijing/optionaltours.htm Please do share with the board the method you choose to use, and how convenient/enjoyable it was. Thanks I just took a peek at this website and it looked good (and reasonable) for transfers and maybe some sightseeing en-route to the airport from the port. Has anyone used them and can offer comments? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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