Don’t be daunted by trains, stations and logistical stress. A train journey can be the highlight of a China backpacking adventure – if travellers go into it with the right mindset.

Thanks to Juan Andres Caicedo for uploading this absolutely cracking video, showing his time in China on The Dragon Trip during summer 2015. Some incredible footage of Yangshuo, Xian and the Great Wall at sunrise.

By far the most exciting, cosmopolitan and Western Chinese city, Shanghai offers an incredible night out for travellers and backpackers. Here are some top tips for getting the most out of it all.