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China rewards the curious with vast deserts, jade rivers, and dramatic peaks, paired with cities that champion craft, cuisine, and innovation. Wander the Great Wall at sunrise, trace imperial stories in the Forbidden City, meet the Terracotta Army, cruise the karst of Guilin, and ride high-speed rails to Zhangjiajie’s sky-piercing pillars. Pleasant spring blossoms and clear autumn days frame unforgettable journeys, while winter snows and summer coasts offer contrast. Our travel eSIM keeps you online the moment you land—no kiosks, no roaming shocks—so you can navigate, translate, and share every moment with family and friends at local speeds.

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Great Wall at Mutianyu
adventure
Great Wall at Mutianyu
Hike a scenic, less-crowded stretch of the Great Wall that winds over forested ridgelines and sturdy watchtowers. Ride a cable car up and a fun toboggan down for extra thrills.
Beijing
Terracotta Army
culture
Terracotta Army
Stand before thousands of life-size terracotta soldiers guarding the mausoleum of China’s first emperor. The sheer scale and individuality of the figures are astonishing.
Xi’an, Shaanxi
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
nature
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Wander among ethereal sandstone pillars said to inspire the floating mountains of cinema fame. Cableways and cliffside viewpoints reveal a landscape like no other.
Zhangjiajie, Hunan
Chengdu Hotpot Feast
food
Chengdu Hotpot Feast
Dive into a bubbling cauldron of spicy, numbing mala broth and cook an array of meats and vegetables at your table. It’s Sichuan’s most social and flavorful dining ritual.
Chengdu, Sichuan
The Bund by Night
nightlife
The Bund by Night
Stroll Shanghai’s historic riverfront as Pudong’s futuristic skyline blazes to life. The contrast between art deco facades and neon-lit towers is unforgettable.
Shanghai

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