Start by choosing the places and experiences that fit your route, time and interests. This page explains how to compare activities, what to check before booking, and where to find guides for specific destinations. RelaxInChina provides independent travel-planning guidance — we do not process bookings, payments, changes or refunds.
Start from the city, not the activity list
If your route includes several cities, compare what each stop adds rather than building one long activity list.
| City or area | Examples to explore |
|---|---|
| Beijing | Imperial sites and the Great Wall — the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and a wall section suited to your preferred pace. |
| Shanghai | Riverfront architecture, historic neighbourhoods, museums and nearby water towns. |
| Xi’an | The Terracotta Army, the well-preserved city wall and local food districts. |
| Chengdu | Giant pandas, Sichuan food and nearby cultural or nature trips. |
| Guilin / Yangshuo | Karst landscapes, river trips, cycling and hiking. |
| Zhangjiajie | Sandstone pillars, mountain viewpoints and glass walkways. |
Browse the full set of China destination guides, or go straight to our attraction guides if you already know where you are going.
Decide what kind of trip you want
- History and imperial sites — Beijing, Xi’an, Luoyang and Pingyao.
- Landscape and hiking — Zhangjiajie, Huangshan, the Li River and Jiuzhaigou.
- Food-led travel — Chengdu, Guangzhou, Xi’an and Changsha.
- Modern cities — Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong.
- Coast and beaches — Qingdao, Xiamen and Sanya.
If you would rather start from a ready-made route, browse our China itineraries and adapt one to your dates and pace.
What to check before booking an activity
A short check can prevent mismatched expectations:
- Meeting point — confirm the exact location and whether hotel pickup is included.
- Language — check the tour language and whether an English-speaking guide costs extra.
- Duration and access — review accessibility information, age limits and the physical demands of the activity.
- Inclusions — confirm whether admission tickets, transport or meals cost extra.
- Cancellation terms — read the current policy before paying.
- On-the-day contact — save the provider’s contact instructions.
Reservation and identification requirements vary by attraction and date. Check the attraction’s official visitor or booking information before travel, especially when a visit is central to your itinerary.
Booking activities and tours
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Browse activities on Klook
Klook lists activity and attraction options across mainland China. Compare inclusions, meeting instructions, language, the total price shown, cancellation terms and provider policies before booking.
Browse activities across mainland China on Klook
You will leave RelaxInChina and continue on Klook. Klook and the activity provider are responsible for live availability, prices, payment, cancellation terms and booking support.
Compare tours and experiences on Viator
Viator lists tours and experiences across China. Check the itinerary, meeting instructions, language and provider policies before completing a booking.
Compare China tours and experiences on Viator
You will leave RelaxInChina and continue on Viator. Viator and the activity provider are responsible for live availability, prices, payment, cancellation terms and booking support.
Keep planning your route
Once you know where you are going, connect the activities to the practical parts of the trip:
- Train travel in China — one practical option between many major cities.
- Flights and getting around — for longer distances.
- Where to stay — compare location, transport access and provider terms.
Before you go, check the entry and visa-free rules that apply to your nationality and itinerary.
