China Visa-Free Tours 2025/2026

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China offers 7 main visa-free policies, as outlined below. Under these policies, most travelers can enjoy visa-free travel to China for a specified duration.

  • 24-Hour Visa-Free Transit: Available to most nationalities visiting most cities like Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Chengdu, etc.
  • 72/144-Hour Visa-Free Transit: Travelers from 54 countries (including the US, Canada, Australia, etc.) can stay for 72/144 hours after entering through specific 23 cities in China, covering popular destinations such as Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Yunnan, etc.
  • 30-Day Visa Free for Specific Countries: Citizens from countries like Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Singapore, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, etc.
  • 15-Day Visa-Free Policy for Cruise Ship Visitors: Travelers can partake in short excursions with an authorized travel agency for up to 15 days during a cruise along China's coastline without needing a China visa.
  • 6-Day Visa-Free for Tour Groups to Pearl River Delta: Visitors can explore cities like Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Zhuhai from Hong Kong or Macau without a visa for 6 days or less, provided the tour is organized by a travel agency based in Hong Kong or Macau.
  • Visa-Free Access for Hainan Island: Available to most nationalities visiting Hainan Province (Sanya, Haikou, etc.) for up to 30 days.
  • Visa-Free for ASEAN Member States to Guilin: ASEAN member states can visit Guilin without a visa for a maximum of 6 days when traveling with an approved tour group.

If you are unsure about your eligibility for visa-free entry to China, feel free to contact one of our China tour experts. China Highlights can assist you in understanding these policies and preparing the required documents.

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Top China Tours for 72/144-Hour Visa-Free Entry

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Top China Tours for 15-Day Visa-Free Entry

Discover China with our recommended itineraries for travelers eligible for visa-free entry for 15-30 days. These private tours can be tailored according to your needs and schedule..

11-Day China Classic Tour
  • Beijing- Xi'an-Guilin- Shanghai
  • Discover the picturesque rural China
14-Day China Natural Wonders Discovery
  • Beijing - Xi'an - Zhangjiajie - Guilin - Shanghai
  • Witness the Hallelujah Mountains
8-Day China Golden Triangle Tour
  • Beijing- Xi'an-Shanghai
  • Make your own Terra-Cotta warrior
2-Week China Essence and Panda Tour
  • Beijing- Xi'an- Chengdu- Yangtze Cruise- Shanghai
  • Be a panda keeper

Top City Tours for Cruise Ship Visitors

Tianjin and Shanghai are the main port cities for international cruises. From these two places, you can extend your trip to Beijing, Suzhou, and Hangzhou, gaining a blend of ancient and modern China experiences.

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