Shanxi launches first special tourism train for aged travelers

North China's Shanxi province launched its first special tourism train for aged travelers, Y402, on March 2 as it departed from Yuncheng Railway Station for a 13-day journey.

The train comprises five soft sleeper cars, eight hard sleeper cars, a dining car, and an air-conditioned generator car. During the trip, it will pass through renowned scenic spots in Wuyuan county in Jiangxi, Zhanjiang city in Guangdong and Xiangtan city in Hunan. Passengers will enjoy famous attractions such as Jingde town and the vast terraced fields of rapeseed flowers.

Elderly travelers on train Y402 pose for a group photo. [Photo/Yellow River News]

Hou Xiaoyu, an employee of China Railway Taiyuan Group's Xinchuang company, explained that to ensure a comfortable journey for elderly travelers, the itinerary was designed to explore the warmer southern regions during spring. To enhance the travel experience, the train operates on a "fast travel, slow sightseeing" basis.

Cheng Chaofang, the conductor of train Y402, mentioned that train attendants regularly check on elderly passengers' health and provide daily necessities such as reading glasses and portable raincoats to ensure they have a safe and enjoyable journey.

China Railway Taiyuan Group plans to launch several more tourism trains this year, including routes to Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao and Xinjiang, to meet the diverse travel needs of tourists.