In recent years, China tours have become increasingly popular choices for Vietnamese tourists thanks to reasonable costs, diverse itineraries and rich experiences. If you are planning an upcoming trip, the article below will help you fully prepare and choose the most suitable tour.
1. Ideal time to travel to China
With a large area, China has diverse climates in each region. However, in general, you can completely choose the appropriate time below to join the China tour and fully enjoy the journey:
Spring (March - May): This is considered the most beautiful time of the year, when the weather is cool, pleasant and nature blooms brilliantly. Famous cities like Beijing, Shanghai or Hangzhou become especially poetic, suitable for tourists to explore.
Fall (September - November): Mild climate, clear blue sky and impressive changing colors create an extremely romantic scene. This is the ideal time to explore natural landscapes such as Zhangjiajie or Jiuzhaigou.
Summer (June - August): Suitable for vacation trips or exploring the northern highlands and mountainous areas with cooler climate than the plains.
Winter (December – February): The perfect choice for those who love cold air and white snow. Visitors can experience exciting activities such as skiing or participating in the unique ice festival in Harbin.
2. Things to know when traveling to China
To make your China tour go smoothly, you need to understand some important information below:
2.1. Chinese Visa
For Vietnamese citizens, a visa is a mandatory requirement when entering China. When registering for a China tour, most travel companies will support you with a comprehensive visa application.
Some notes:
Visa application time is usually 5–7 working days
Documents include: valid passport, photo ID, proof of work
You should register for the tour at least 2-3 weeks in advance to proactively take the time to apply for a visa and prepare for the journey
2.2. Time and time zone in China
When participating China tour, knowing information about time and time zone will help you be more proactive in your travel schedule and daily activities.
China uses only one time zone throughout its territory, which is UTC+8 (Beijing time). Compared to Vietnam (UTC+7), Chinese time is 1 hour faster. For example: When it is 8:00 am in Vietnam, it will be 9:00 am in China. Therefore, you should adjust your watch as soon as you arrive to avoid confusion with the tour schedule.
2.3. Currency when used in China
China's official currency is the Yuan (CNY). Some important experiences you need to keep in mind when traveling to China:
You should exchange money in advance in Vietnam to get a good exchange rate
You should only bring a sufficient amount of cash, because many places prioritize electronic payments
Popular payment applications: Alipay, WeChat Pay (may require assistance from tour guide)
In addition, international payment cards can still be used at large shopping centers, hotels or restaurants.
However, in local areas or small attractions, cash or electronic payments are still more common. Therefore, you should prepare flexibly to ensure convenience throughout the journey.
3. Experience in choosing a suitable China tour
Choosing the right China tour will determine the quality of your experience. Here are important criteria to consider:
3.1. Choose the itinerary according to your needs
With a thousand-year history and diversity in landscape and culture, China offers many different types of tourism. Each destination will have its own color, creating many types of attractive tourism.
Therefore, clearly defining the purpose of your trip from the beginning will help you choose a more accurate and complete itinerary:
Cultural and historical tours: Beijing (Forbidden City, Great Wall), Xi'an (Tin Shi Huang's mausoleum)
Explore nature: Truong Gia Gioi, Jiuzhaigou, Phoenix ancient town
Shopping, modern: Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen
If it's your first time touring China, you should choose an itinerary that combines many outstanding attractions. This helps you have an overview and easily choose the right travel style for your next trip.
3.2. Check out the detailed schedule
A well-designed itinerary not only helps you go places, but also helps you fully enjoy every moment. When choosing a tour, you should prioritize itineraries with:
Reasonable travel time, avoid continuous movement that causes fatigue
The number of attractions per day is moderate, enough to explore but still have time to rest
The hotel meets clear standards, ensuring comfort after every day of sightseeing
Meals are included in the program, giving you peace of mind to experience local cuisine
In addition, learn carefully about additional costs such as sightseeing tickets outside the program, tour guide tips or single room surcharges.
3.3. Choose a reputable travel company
Among countless China tour options on the market, traveling with a reputable travel company is the "key" to the decision. A reputable travel company will give you clear guarantees in each experience:
The schedule is carried out as committed, minimizing changes or reductions in attractions
A team of professional, knowledgeable and dedicated tour guides, not only leading the way but also conveying interesting cultural stories
Costs are transparent and clear, with no unreasonable surcharges that affect the experience
Fast and timely support service, especially in unexpected situations
You can refer to reviews from previous customers or choose big brands with many years of experience organizing international tours.
Conclude
Hopefully with the above sharing, you will have more experience to choose the most suitable China tour for yourself. If you are planning an upcoming trip, don't hesitate to text us now Joy Travel for quick support
