China Travel Advice

China is a land that is constantly evolving. It is known for its seemingly endless Great Wall, the legendary Terracotta Army, villages lined by lanterns, futuristic cities and stunning natural beauty. This page is designed to offer you some practical tips on travelling in China and what to expect during your trip.

Best time to visit China

Though travelling to China is possible all year round, however there are some specific climate zones and seasons to bear in mind when planning your China holiday. To get you started with your holiday planning, check out our guide to China’s climate.

Visa, Passport and Money Advice

There’s a lot to think about when planning a trip to China. So to make things a little easier, we’ve put together these handy hints on visas, passports and currency to help you keep on top of it all.

Getting around China

There are plenty of ways to travel around in China, from trains and sleepers, to domestic flights and even bicycles! Here at Rickshaw, we’ll organize all of your local transport in advance, so you can sit back and enjoy the ride.

Book flights with Rickshaw

At Rickshaw not only do we prearrange every aspect of your holiday itinerary we also book international flights and any domestic flights for your trip.

Hotel balcony overlooking karst mountains

Accommodation in China

From cosy courtyard hotels to the Tibetan style guesthouses, our China accommodation offers tradition, charm and great locations.