7–9 suggested daysFirst Encounters: Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou
Shanghai → Suzhou → Hangzhou
City skylines, water towns and West Lake.
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China Travel Guide: Tips for Visiting China
Prepare for your China journey with practical topics about travel planning, transport, payments, communication and local culture.
Explore preparation, transport, payments and connectivity, local culture, and trip planning. Each overview connects you with related journeys and a travel enquiry.
Top China Tours
7–9 suggested days
7–9 suggested daysModern China & the Great Wall
Shanghai → Beijing
From modern Shanghai to imperial Beijing.
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9–11 suggested daysGiant Pandas & Sichuan’s Natural Wonders
Shanghai → Chengdu → Northern Sichuan
Meet the pandas and discover Huanglong and Jiuzhaigou.
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Preparation, weather and luggage, and entry information.
Your First Trip to China: What to Prepare
A checklist of the main planning topics: documents, luggage, connectivity, transport and destination information.
Travelling in China Without Speaking Chinese
Questions about communication, maps, transport and translation tools when visiting an unfamiliar place.
Transport in China
High-speed rail, flights, airports and city transport.
Your First High-speed Train Journey in China
Explore the preparation, station process and intercity planning questions for a first rail journey.
Payments & Connectivity
Payment methods, mobile data and useful applications.
Alipay & WeChat Pay: What Visitors Need to Check
An introduction to common payment methods and the practical conditions to confirm before travelling.
Culture & Local Life
Food, etiquette, festivals and everyday experiences.
Beijing, Shanghai or Chengdu for a First Visit?
Compare the landscapes, culture and travel experiences described in the destination material.
Planning & Questions
Trip length, cities, travel styles and budget.
7, 10 or 15 Days in China?
Understand the pace of a multi-city journey and find a starting point among the supplied routes.
Group Travel or a Private Journey?
Consider differences in flexibility and communication when choosing a travel style.
Planning a China Travel Budget
Understand the main budget factors: trip length, cities, accommodation and transport.
