Hi Steff,

Like everyone else, if we can help, let us know.

We are currently transiting China - very beautiful and well worth the effort from our experiences so far. We're using an alternative company listed to that of Mart456. Will be interesting to see how the costs, route & experiences stack up for future reference. Costs will depend on your route and duration planned through China. We have listed some info via our website but will provide a more up-to-date report shortly plus the agency we used once we have completed this leg of our transit.

Agree with comments so far re: vehicle a) diesel - economy and due to being widely available through our route so far, and b) a fridge c) don't over-spec d) all-in-one vehicle you can sleep on or in.

e) Re: China - consider sharing the costs of the guide through China if you can & feasible for you.

If you are considering entering China from Mongolia - a minimum 3 months notice is required for this border crossing to submit & get paperwork sorted etc. Each China border works differently and in many cases we have found, so does each agency. The agency you choose will advise you of the necessary paperwork prep. required - and can vary. Beware any huge border deposits up front - a good reputable agency should not request and provide this on your behalf due to already having a good relationship with the government officials or border concerned. If you need any help re: Mongolia (we did about 36 nights) and Kazahkstan (only about 12 nights though 2nd LR now accompanying us did 30 nights), just shout.

Tacr2man, Griffdowg and CornishDeity - big hellos & sloppy kisses from all of us XXXX

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