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Best Time to Visit China: A Month-by-Month Guide
A practical month-by-month guide to weather, festivals, crowds and travel costs across China.
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Best Time to Visit China: A Month-by-Month Guide
Start with seasons, festivals, crowds and prices before choosing your route.
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Visa & Entry
China Visa Guide 2026: Visa-Free Transit and Entry
Understand visa-free transit, entry requirements and how to plan your first days.
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Top China Destinations for First-Time Visitors
Compare the destinations that make a strong first China itinerary.
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Chengdu Travel Guide: Pandas, Spice & the Art of Slow Living
Plan Chengdu around pandas, Sichuan food, teahouses and a Leshan Giant Buddha day trip.
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Family Travel
Explore Family China Tours
China with Kids: The Ultimate Family Travel Guide
A family-friendly guide to destinations, attractions, pacing and practical travel planning in China.
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Transport & Money
Explore China Train Tours
China High-Speed Rail Guide: How to Book Tickets and Travel
Understand China high-speed rail classes, ticket booking, routes and what to expect onboard.
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How Much Does a China Trip Cost? Budget Guide 2026
Build a realistic China travel budget with private tour, flight, hotel and daily spending ranges.
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China Visa Guide 2026: Visa-Free Transit and Entry Requirements
Check visa-free transit, eligible countries, entry requirements and practical planning tips.
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Food & Culture
Explore China Food Tours
Chinese Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Dishes
Discover signature dishes from Beijing, Sichuan, Xi’an, Shanghai and Guangdong.
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Destinations
Explore Great Wall Tours
Great Wall of China Guide: Which Section Should You Visit?
Compare Mutianyu, Badaling, Jinshanling, Jiankou and Simatai by crowds and hiking difficulty.
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Destinations
Explore Guilin Tours
Guilin & Yangshuo Travel Guide: Li River, Karst Peaks & Rice Terraces
Plan Li River, Yangshuo, Longji Rice Terraces, cycling routes and local food.
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Explore Silk Road Tours
Silk Road Travel Guide: Xi'an to Kashgar in 2 Weeks
Map a two-week Xi’an to Kashgar journey through caves, forts, deserts and rainbow mountains.
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Explore Tibet Tours
Tibet Travel Guide: Permits, Altitude & What to Expect
Prepare for permits, altitude, the best travel months and cultural etiquette in Tibet.
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Top 10 China Destinations for First-Time Visitors
Compare the best first-trip destinations and combine them into a practical China route.
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Explore China Tours
What to Pack for China: The Ultimate Packing List (All Seasons)
Pack the right technology, clothing, health items and essentials for every China season.
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Destinations
Explore Yunnan Tours
Yunnan Travel Guide: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La
Plan Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La with sensible transport.
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Explore Zhangjiajie Tours
Zhangjiajie Guide: Avatar Mountains, Glass Bridges & Sky Walks
Plan Avatar Mountains, Tianmen Mountain, glass bridges, tickets and the best travel season.
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