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Plan your route, set up essentials, and travel with confidence.

Plan your trip

Choose when to go, where to go, and how to plan your route.

Seasonal Travel

Best times to visit China by weather, scenery, and crowds.

City Guides

Compare major cities and choose where to start.

Itinerary Planner

Build a practical route for your first China trip.

Top Attractions

See the most popular sights for first-time visitors.

First-time essentials

Set up the basics that make travel in China easier.

Payments

How payment works in China for foreign visitors.

Mobile Data & Internet

Mobile data, eSIM, roaming, SMS, and internet access.

Accommodation

Where to stay, how to book, and what to know before check-in.

Useful Apps

Maps, translation, payment, ride-hailing, and booking apps.

Getting around & attractions

Move around cities, take trains, and visit major sights.

Mobility

Metro, bus, taxi, and local transport basics.

High-Speed Rail

How to book and take trains between Chinese cities.

Metro

How to use metro systems in major Chinese cities.

Attraction Tickets

How to buy tickets and handle reservations.

Daily life in China

Eat, shop, and handle everyday situations with confidence.

Food

What to eat, how to order, and dining tips.

Shopping

Where to shop and what foreign visitors should know.

Restrooms

Where to find toilets and what to prepare.

Healthcare

Pharmacies, hospitals, emergencies, and practical health tips.

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