China
Travel Essentials
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Mandarin Chinese
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Chinese yuan or renminbi (CNY/RMB)
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Types A and I
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Plan 8–10 days for two or three major destinations, such as Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai. Allow 12–14 days if you want to add destinations such as Chengdu, Guilin, or Zhangjiajie without rushing.
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Spring and autumn generally offer the most comfortable weather. Because China is so large, conditions vary considerably by region. Major national holidays can bring heavy domestic travel, higher prices, and crowded attractions.
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Mobile payments are the norm. Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with an international card before arriving, but carry some yuan and a physical card as backups. International card acceptance can be inconsistent outside major hotels and tourist businesses.
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High-speed trains are convenient between many major cities, while domestic flights help with longer distances. Large cities have extensive metro systems. Book popular train routes in advance and carry your passport on travel days.
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Pack comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate layers, and a compact rain jacket. A portable charger, downloaded translation tools, and offline maps are especially useful.
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