34 Articles to Read before Planning a Tour to China

Here we showcase our top articles, covering things you should know to help you plan your China tour (sections 1–5), and tips to make your China experience more enjoyable (sections 6–11).

1. Learn About China Fast

The Top Reasons to Visit China — What Makes China Special

10 Books to Read Before Going to China

10 Movies to Watch Before Going to China

7 Facts to Help You Learn About China Fast

2. Choose from the Best Places/Sights in China

The 10 Most Popular Tourist Destinations in China

Top 10 Attractions in China

The Most Beautiful Places in China

3. Choose the Most Suitable Time to Go

The Best Times to Visit China

Dates You Should Avoid When Planning a China Tour

8 Mistakes That Will Put You in a Sea of Chinese Tourists

4. Get Detailed Advice on How to Plan Your Trip

How to Plan Your First China Trip

The Top 5 Tips for a First Trip to China

Plan a China Family Tour – 7 Steps to Create a Perfect Trip

5. Decide on Your Travel Style: Private, Group, or Independent

11 Reasons Your China Tour Should Be Private… Not a Group Tour

Traveling Independently in China — How It Differs from in the West

6. Travel Services in China — What to Expect

How to Make the Most of Your Tour Guide

Tipping in China — Things You Need to Know

7. Getting Around China — Transport Made Easier

7 Things to Know Before Riding a Train in China

How to Cross the Road in China ... Safely

7 Top Tips for Biking in China

8. Shopping in China — Great Gifts and How to Buy Them

The Top 10 China Souvenirs to Bring Back Home

Chinese Gift Ideas for Children

China Post — How to Mail Big Buys Home

9. Things to Know When Eating in China

10 Facts You May Not Know About Eating in China

The 8 Most Popular Chinese Dishes You Should Eat

What the Chinese Eat for Breakfast — 10 Popular Local Breakfasts

How a Chinese Meal Is Served

How to Eat in China — Chinese Dining Etiquette

10. Things to Be Careful of in China

10 Things Not to Do in China — Common Blunders

Do's and Don'ts in China — Good Manners

The Top 12 China Holiday Wreckers — Do Your Best to Avoid These!

11. Coping with Chinese Life — How to Adapt

How to Deal with Culture Shock in China Mo re Easily

How to Dress Properly in China