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The most comprehensive China travel information system. Detailed itinerary planning, authentic attraction guides, must-try local cuisine, transportation tips, and guides to avoiding pitfalls—everything foreign travelers need to explore China is right here.
Planning Your First Trip? Start Here.
Follow these 5 steps — everything you need to plan your China trip, in order.
Check if you can go visa-free
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Check →Pick the best time to visit
Weather, crowds & festivals, month by month.
Compare months →Set your trip budget
Daily costs, flights & hotels, in your currency.
Estimate →Get connected (eSIM / SIM)
Real prices — and what works without a VPN.
Compare options →Build your itinerary
Cities, high-speed rail & day-by-day plans.
Start planning →Must-Visit Cities
Level 1BeijingBeijing
China’s Capital—where the grandeur of the ancient imperial city meets the vibrancy of a modern metropolis. Six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall.
ShanghaiShanghai
China’s dazzling financial hub—a futuristic skyline, Art Deco architectural heritage, and world-class cuisine.
GuangzhouGuangzhou
The commercial hub of South China and the birthplace of Cantonese cuisine. The joy hidden in the steamer baskets of dim sum.
Up-and-Coming Spots
Level 2ShenzhenShenzhen
China’s Silicon Valley—a 40-year journey from a small fishing village to a global hub of innovation. A perfect blend of mountains, sea, and city life.
ChengduChengdu
Home of the pandas, birthplace of Sichuan cuisine, and China’s most laid-back city.
HangzhouHangzhou
The City of Paradise as Described by Marco Polo—West Lake, Longjing Tea Plantations, and Lingyin Ancient Temple.
Exploring Hidden Gems
Level 3Xi’anXi'an
The ancient capital of thirteen dynasties and the starting point of the Silk Road. Home to the Terracotta Army—one of the Eight Wonders of the World—and China’s best-preserved ancient city walls.
ChongqingChongqing
China’s cyberpunk mountain city—light rail running through buildings, the night view of Hongya Cave, and top-notch hot pot.
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie
The inspiration behind the floating mountains in *Avatar*—3,000 stone pillars soaring into the sky.
LijiangLijiang
UNESCO World Heritage Site — Ancient City: Small bridges, flowing streams, and the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
KunmingKunming
The City of Spring—Spring-like weather all year round, a wintering ground for red-billed gulls, and the wonders of the Stone Forest.
First time in China? You've come to the right place.
More Than Just a Travel Blog — A Structured Travel Information System Designed Specifically for International Travelers
Structured Travel Guide
Each attraction follows a standardized information format: admission fees, crowd levels, precautions, and common mistakes.
Ready-to-Go Itineraries
A day-by-day itinerary that includes time slots, transportation options, and booking details—just follow along.
Tips for Avoiding Pitfalls
Honest and practical information on common scams and precautions—which vary by city.
Payment Guide
How to pay, where to use Alipay/WeChat Pay, and how to use foreign bank cards.
Why Travelers Trust China Trip
Not a content farm — a guide system built from real trips, with every detail verified before publishing.
Verified Details
Ticket prices, opening hours and booking requirements are researched and cross-checked — including what foreigners actually pay.
Real Mistakes, First-Hand
Our scam warnings and "common mistakes" are written from real travel scenarios — what went wrong, and what to do instead.
Built for International Visitors
Everything is written for travelers from abroad: setting up Alipay and WeChat Pay, getting a SIM or eSIM, essential apps, and visa-free entry policies — in 22 languages, not just English.
Quick Answers Before You Go
The questions almost every traveler asks us first.
Yes, China is an exceptionally safe travel destination for international visitors. Violent crime targeting tourists is extremely rare, public-area security is reliable, and you can feel comfortable exploring cities even late at night. Solo travelers, families and senior visitors can all travel here with confidence. As a welcoming country boasting modern cities, excellent transportation and well-developed tourist services, it hosts millions of satisfied visitors every year.
Yes — every guide, itinerary and travel tip is completely free, supported only by affiliate booking links.
We're an information guide, not a booking agent — but we link to trusted platforms (e.g., Klook) where foreigner-friendly booking is available, and clearly mark attractions that require advance reservation.
Prices, hours and booking rules are researched before publishing and updated as things change. Policies can shift quickly in China, so double-check high-stakes reservations shortly before your trip.
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Every traveler should have their own story about China
Start with our classic Beijing itinerary, or let us know your ideas, and we’ll tailor a unique journey just for you.