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China travel planning

Travel China made easy.

Practical China travel guides for foreign visitors, covering visa-free entry, payments, trains, apps, food, destinations, and first-trip itineraries.

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Start with the four decisions

Everything else on this site hangs off these.

Check entry rules Visa-free, 240-hour transit, arrival card, and tourist visa basics. Set up payments Alipay, WeChat Pay, cards, cash, and what still works on arrival. Pick a first route Simple China routes for 3, 7, and 10 day trips. Build a travel kit Apps, train booking, maps, translation, internet, and taxi help.

The practical problems foreigners ask first

Visa-free entry for many European travelers up to 30 days.

Alipay and WeChat Pay can be set up with foreign cards.

Beijing to Shanghai by high-speed rail takes about 4.5 hours.

Major metro systems use bilingual signs, including English.

Prepare eSIM, payment apps, and translation before landing.

Use a Chinese address card for hotels, taxis, and deliveries.

Menu translation helps with allergies and regional dishes.

Check policy updates before every China trip.

Food and culture

Eating well is easier with a little preparation.

Menu translation and ordering help.

Regional food guides by city.

Allergy, vegetarian, and halal notes.

Etiquette for restaurants, temples, and homes.

Where to go first

Four gateway cities that work well for a first trip.

Routes by the days you have

Pick a length and see the shape of the trip.

Latest updates

Policy changes, seasonal windows, and route notes.

Services we help you arrange

The practical extras that come up once the route is fixed.

eSIM and connectivity Compare travel eSIM plans before you land.
Travel insurance Cover that matches your route and activities.
Train and hotel booking Rail legs timed to your arrival and transfer days.
Airport transfer Pre-planned pickup so the first hour is calm.
Private guide requests Local help for language-heavy days.
China app setup support Payments, maps, translation, and taxi apps.

Ready to plan your China trip?

Pick a route that matches the days you have, then confirm entry rules and payment setup before you book.

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