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China Trip Planning Hub

Start here for a first trip to China

Use this hub to choose a route style first, then prepare the practical pieces of a China trip in the right order: entry rules, payments, internet access, transport, culture, safety, and daily travel tools.

Choose where to go firstCompare history routes, Shanghai city walks, Guangdong food routes, Yunnan slow travel, and scenic branches before locking an itinerary.

1. Visa & EntryCheck visa-free entry, 240-hour transit, customs, and visa application options.
2. PaymentsSet up Alipay or WeChat Pay, link cards, and keep RMB cash as backup.
3. Internet & VPNChoose between SIM, eSIM, roaming, Wi-Fi, and VPN preparation.
4. TransportPlan flights, high-speed rail, city transport, taxis, and intercity routes.
5. Culture & SafetyUnderstand etiquette, scams, safety basics, dining rules, and sensitive topics.
6. Essential ToolsDownload key apps, prepare translation tools, adapters, and packing basics.

Last reviewed: May 17, 2026. Policy, payment, SIM/eSIM, and transport details can change; always confirm high-stakes rules before booking.

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