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China: the Great Wall and Xi'an
China 15 days

China: the Great Wall and Xi'an

Great Wall, terracotta, pandas and skyscrapers

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Planning a trip to China? Here you'll find our day-by-day itinerary (Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai), plus the essential practical info to organise your journey.

At a glance

  • Currency — Yuan / Renminbi (CNY)
  • Language — Mandarin Chinese
  • Visa — Until 31 December 2026, citizens of many European countries (and several others) with an ordinary passport can enter visa-free for tourism, business or visits, for up to 30 days
  • e-SIM — This is the key point: Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and many Western sites are blocked

When to go to China

A vast, varied country. Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) are the best times; summer is hot and humid (and rainy in the south), winter harsh in the north. Avoid the major holidays (Chinese New Year, October's Golden Week): huge crowds and sold-out trains.

Practical tips

  • Essential apps — Besides a VPN and Alipay/WeChat Pay, install Didi (taxis), a map that works in China (e.g
  • High-speed trains — The network is excellent but must be booked in advance, with your passport

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