Quick answer
Most first-timers need about 7 days and do the Golden Triangle (Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai). Have more time? Add Chengdu's pandas or Guilin's karst scenery. Not sure where to start? Take the trip quiz.
Planning guides
How many days do you need in China?
Start here — itinerary lengths matched to real routes, from a long weekend to a grand tour.
China multi-day tours guide
How itineraries are built, what's included, and which route fits your style.
Best China day trips
Single-day tours from major cities — the smartest add-on to any trip.
Great Wall tours: which section?
Mutianyu, Jinshanling or Badaling — choose the right one and skip the crowds.
The Golden Triangle itinerary
Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai in one classic week.
Chengdu panda tours
When to go, which base, and how to build a trip around the giant pandas.
China visa-free travel 2026
The 30-day visa-free policy and 240-hour transit, explained simply.
Best time to visit China
A month-by-month guide to weather, crowds and prices.
How much does a China trip cost?
Realistic daily budgets from backpacker to luxury.
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