CHINA TRAVEL TIPS

China Travel Tips for Independent Travellers

Planning your adventure to China can feel like a lot of work - from figuring out which apps you need, to booking trains, navigating language barriers, and avoiding common travel mistakes.

That’s exactly why I created this travel tips hub.

Here you’ll find practical guides to help you travel around China smoothly — whether you're setting up your phone, learning how to book trains, finding great restaurants, or understanding how things work once you arrive.

Need help planning your trip?

Book a 1:1 China Travel Planning call -skip the stress and get everything organised properly.

Before You Go to China

Essential Apps for China

How to Get Around China

⭐ Featured Guide for First-Time Travellers

My China First Timer Guide walks you through everything step-by-step so you can travel confidently.

Inside the guide:

✅ What to do when you arrive in China

✅ The essential apps you must install

✅ How to book trains and travel between cities

✅ How to find and order at restaurants

✅ Hotel booking tips

✅ Safety tips and scams to avoid

Traveling China Without Speaking Mandarin

Practical China Travel Tips

China Travel Inspiration

Want Help Planning Your China Trip?

If you'd rather skip the confusion, I offer 1-to-1 China trip planning calls where I help you plan your itinerary, transport, apps, and logistics.

Perfect if you're visiting China for the first time.

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