The two-tier pricing system used on Russian trains applies on Trans-Siberian tickets also.
Be aware that the ticket prices do not include accommodation, either in Russia or China, or food. Moreover, a ticket is no use without a reservation on the train.
Buying tickets can be done alone, but for someone with little knowledge of Russia or Russian, package deals from travel agents may be a better deal.
Two agencies who can arranged tickets are:
NOTE: An indispensable guide for anyone traveling the Trans-Siberian is the "Trans-Siberian Handbook" by Bryn Thomas, which was updated as recently as last year.
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