China Travel Guides and Itineraries

China travel tips for first-time visitors

China is big, so plan your route around high-speed trains and limit how many cities you visit. Most first trips combine one or two big cities with a scenic area. Give yourself time to set up the apps you will need for payments, maps and messaging before you arrive.

How many days do you need in China?

Ten days is enough for a focused first trip. With two weeks, you can add a slower scenic stop. Compare both routes in our 10-day and 14-day China itineraries.