The guidebook · 43 itineraries
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Changchun 2-Day History and Industry Itinerary: Palace, City Center and FAW
Use two focused days to understand Changchun's palace-era history and industrial development. The Museum of the Imperial Palace of Manchukuo and the FAW Museum anchor the route, with a central-city walk between the major visits.
A field guide to Guangzhou
3 days · 6 stops
Guangzhou 3-Day Cantonese Food and Culture Itinerary: Markets, Tea and Old City
Discover Guangzhou's food culture through a named Cantonese restaurant, Qingping Market, traditional tea and the old commercial streets of Liwan and Beijing Road. This three-day route replaces a one-day itinerary with focused area visits rather than invented meal activities.
A field guide to Shanghai
4 days · 8 stops
Shanghai 4-Day City Itinerary: The Bund, Garden Lanes and Pudong Skyline
Balance Shanghai's historic waterfront, classical garden, former concession streets and Pudong skyline over four days. The itinerary separates the central walks from the high-rise viewpoints so each area has room for a slower visit.
A field guide to Xi'an
2 days · 4 stops
Xi'an 2-Day Archaeology and Heritage Itinerary: Qin Lintong and City Museums
Focus on two substantial days: the Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace in Lintong, followed by Xi'an's central collections at the Silk Road and Forest of Stone Steles museums. The shorter plan reflects the verified site groupings and avoids filling the schedule with unverified classes or shows.
A field guide to Tianjn
2 days · 6 stops
Tianjin 2-Day Food & Street Culture Itinerary: Local Snacks, Old Streets and Haihe Views
Taste Tianjin through its snack traditions and the streets where visitors encounter them: Nanshi Food Street, Ancient Culture Street and the central Haihe area. The route gives you dish names and neighborhoods to explore, while leaving vendor choice and current opening details to on-the-day checks.
A field guide to Jinan
6 days · 18 stops
6-Day Cultural Tour of Jinan Exploring Ancient Temples, Traditional Gardens, and Spring Culture in Shandong's Capital
Discover the Spring Citys rich history and cultural treasures
A field guide to Shijiazhuang
4 days · 8 stops
Shijiazhuang 4-Day Nature Itinerary: Taihang Cliffs, Geopark and Wetlands
Use four day trips to see the area's cliffside temples, sandstone canyons, lake wetlands and mountain villages. These are spread across the wider region, so plan each as a full excursion and confirm transport before travelling.
A field guide to Tianjn
5 days · 9 stops
Tianjin 5-Day Nature Itinerary: Wetlands, Mountain Forests and the Haihe
Explore the region's wetlands, Panshan forest and temple landscape, coastal trails, city parks and Haihe waterfront over five days. The route keeps the long rural and coastal excursions separate from the urban walks.
The guidebook
5 days · 10 stops
Xi'an 5-Day Imperial History Itinerary: Qin, Ming and Tang Heritage
Read Xi'an's history across the Qin mausoleum area, the Ming city wall, the old Muslim Quarter and the Tang-era southern district. This five-day plan separates Lintong from the city center and groups the main museums by area.
A field guide to Tianjn
4 days · 8 stops
Tianjin 4-Day Cultural Itinerary: Architecture, Old City and Riverfront
See Tianjin through its preserved streets, old-city institutions, riverfront and Buddhist heritage. The route replaces generic performances and food activities with named places while retaining time for local meals between visits.
The guidebook
4 days · 17 stops
Xi'an 4-Day Itinerary Discover Ancient Wonders, Silk Road Heritage & Authentic Cuisine
Xi'an, the starting point of the Silk Road and ancient capital of 13 dynasties, offers an unparalleled journey through China's imperial history, culinary traditions, and cultural heritage. This 4-day itinerary immerses you in the wonders of the Terracotta Army, ancient city walls, vibrant Muslim Quarter, and the rich legacy of the Tang Dynasty.
A field guide to Guangzhou
4 days · 8 stops
Guangzhou 4-Day Heritage Itinerary: Lingnan Craft, Temples and Old City Streets
Explore Guangzhou's heritage through Lingnan craftsmanship, Shamian's historic streets, religious landmarks and the old commercial center. Four days give the west-side sites and central museums separate, walkable blocks.
A field guide to Dalian
3 days · 6 stops
Dalian 3-Day Food Itinerary: Seafood, Russian Baking and Korean Flavors
A shorter food-focused visit to Dalian's seafood listings, Russian Quarter bakeries and Korean neighborhood markets. The three areas offer different starting points for tasting the city's diverse food traditions without padding the plan with generic classes.
A field guide to Beijing
6 days · 24 stops
Imperial Beijing A Cultural Journey Through History, Philosophy, and Living Traditions
A six-day journey through Beijing's imperial past and living traditions, exploring the essence of Chinese civilization through its most iconic landmarks and cultural practices
A field guide to Tianjn
6 days · 12 stops
Tianjin 6-Day History Itinerary: Treaty-Port Streets, Reformers and Binhai
Follow Tianjin's changing role as a port through the old city, former concessions, modern-history collections and the Binhai district. Six days allow central neighborhoods and the more distant coastal architecture to be visited without stacking long transfers.
A field guide to Dalian
4 days · 8 stops
Dalian 4-Day Food Itinerary: Seafood, Korean Neighborhoods and Russian Quarter
Explore Dalian's food scene through its listed seafood market, Korean neighborhood, Russian Quarter bakeries and evening market. Each day stays focused on a small area; confirm current vendors and restaurant branches before making a special trip.
A field guide to Shijiazhuang
3 days · 6 stops
Shijiazhuang 3-Day Nature Itinerary: Cangyan Mountain, Zhangshiyan and Baiyangdian
Focus on three distinct landscapes in the wider Shijiazhuang region: Cangyan Mountain, Zhangshiyan's sandstone terrain and the Baiyangdian lake wetlands. Each excursion is a full day; check transport, weather and access with the site before departure.
A field guide to Beijing
5 days · 10 stops
Beijing 5-Day Heritage Itinerary: Imperial Gardens, Great Wall and Modern Art
Give Beijing's major heritage sites the time they need: the Forbidden City and Jingshan, the Summer Palace and Yuanmingyuan, Mutianyu, the Temple of Heaven and the 798 art district. Separate days reduce backtracking and leave room for queues and walking.
A field guide to Jinan
4 days · 12 stops
4-Day Jinan Nature Itinerary Exploring Famous Springs, Historical Sites & Inspiring Landscapes
Discover the natural wonders of Jinan the Spring City where crystal clear springs ancient temples and serene mountains create a perfect harmony between nature and culture
A field guide to Jinan
2 days · 5 stops
Jinan 2-Day Food & Springs Itinerary: Old Streets, Spring Water and Shandong Flavors
Use Jinan’s spring landscape as the thread connecting its food culture: start in the old streets, then follow the central spring-and-moat area. The guide points you toward public food districts and locally documented dishes without naming unverified restaurants or promising that a particular stall will be open.
A field guide to Dalian
4 days · 16 stops
4-Day Dalian Itinerary Exploring the 'Hong Kong of the North' - Where Russian Heritage Meets Modern China
Discover the Pearl of Northern China where Russian architecture meets stunning coastal landscapes
A field guide to Tianjn
5 days · 10 stops
Tianjin 5-Day City Itinerary: Historic Streets, Museums and Binhai Architecture
Move through Tianjin's architectural layers in five area-based days: the former concessions, the old city, the riverfront, central museums and the Binhai cultural district. Binhai is treated as its own excursion to avoid a cross-city rush.
A field guide to Jinan
3 days · 18 stops
3-Day Jinan Itinerary Exploring Famous Springs, Historical Sites & Authentic Shandong Cuisine
Welcome to Jinan the City of Springs where ancient history meets natural beauty in Shandong Province
A field guide to Guangzhou
2 days · 6 stops
Guangzhou 2-Day History & Architecture Itinerary: Lingnan Heritage and Old City Streets
Explore Guangzhou’s history through its Lingnan craftsmanship, riverside trading heritage and central religious and civic landmarks. The two-day route keeps the western Liwan sites together, then follows a compact Yuexiu and Beijing Road walk.
A field guide to Changchun
3 days · 6 stops
Changchun 3-Day Food Itinerary: Northeast Markets, Dumplings and Korean Flavors
Explore Changchun's food culture through morning-market routines, Northeast Chinese dumplings, Hongqi Street and the Korean neighborhood markets. The route uses food districts and listed venues as starting points; confirm individual vendors and opening hours locally.
A field guide to Tianjn
3 days · 5 stops
Tianjin 3-Day Nature Escape: Wetlands, Panshan and City Green Space
See three different sides of Tianjin's landscape: a protected wetland, the Panshan mountain-and-temple area, and green space along the urban waterway. The out-of-city excursion gets its own day, with access and transport to be checked in advance.
A field guide to Jinan
5 days · 21 stops
5-Day Culinary Journey Through Jinan Exploring Shandong Cuisine and Spring-Inspired Food Culture
Discover the authentic flavors of Shandong cuisine in Jinan the City of Springs where culinary traditions meet historical charm
A field guide to Jinan
3 days · 7 stops
Jinan 3-Day Springs and Gardens Itinerary: Waterways, Lake and Qianfo Mountain
Spend three days around Jinan's spring-fed parks, Daming Lake and Qianfo Mountain. The compact route keeps the central spring sites together and leaves a separate day for the hill and temple area.
A field guide to Beijing
3 days · 7 stops
Beijing 3-Day First-Timer Itinerary: Palace, Temple and Great Wall
A first visit to Beijing needs room for the Palace Museum, an imperial-sacrificial complex and the Great Wall. This three-day plan groups the central landmarks together and gives Mutianyu a separate full day for the out-of-town journey.
The guidebook
5 days · 10 stops
Xi'an 5-Day Cultural Itinerary: Qin Archaeology, City Walls and Tang-Era Sites
Follow Xi'an's history across five distinct settings: the Qin mausoleum landscape at Lintong, the Ming city wall and central towers, the Muslim Quarter, and the southern museum and pagoda district. The suburban visit stays separate so the city days remain manageable.
A field guide to Shanghai
3 days · 6 stops
Shanghai 3-Day Green Escape: Gardens, Riverside Parks and Urban Forest
Take three contrasting green-space days in Shanghai: a central garden and park walk, the Pudong riverside parks, and a larger forest-park visit. The schedule keeps the long park visits as the day's main activity and avoids scattering short garden stops across the city.
A field guide to Shanghai
3 days · 5 stops
Shanghai 3-Day Culinary Itinerary: Old City Bites, Shikumen Lanes and Water-Town Snacks
Sample Shanghai food culture through the Old City bazaar, a named Shanghainese restaurant, compact lane districts and a water-town visit. This itinerary is deliberately shorter than the original six-day title because the verified food-focused stops are concentrated in a few areas.
The guidebook
4 days · 8 stops
Xi’an 4-Day History & Archaeology Itinerary: Qin, Tang and the Ming City
Follow Xi’an’s history across four distinct settings: the Qin imperial tomb landscape at Lintong, the Ming city wall and central towers, the old Muslim Quarter, and the Tang-era museum and pagoda district. The schedule groups the suburban excursion separately so you do not spend the whole trip crossing the city.
A field guide to Beijing
3 days · 6 stops
Beijing 3-Day Food Itinerary: Breakfast Streets, Markets and Peking Duck
Follow Beijing's food culture through breakfast streets, the historic Qianmen and Niujie districts, and a final roast-duck meal near the old city center. Treat named food streets as changing clusters of vendors and check individual restaurant details before making a special trip.
A field guide to Dalian
3 days · 6 stops
Dalian 3-Day Coast & Nature Itinerary: Binhai Road, Beaches and Bay Views
Explore Dalian’s southern coast in three manageable sections: the Binhai Road landscape, the Laohutan shoreline and museum area, and the Xinghai Bay waterfront. The route avoids trying to walk the entire coastal road in one day and flags the long transfers between coastal districts.
A field guide to Guangzhou
3 days · 15 stops
Guangzhou Travel Guide Where Cantonese Heritage Meets Modern Innovation in China's Vibrant Southern Metropolis
A 3day journey through Guangzhou blending ancient history modern marvels and culinary delights
A field guide to Changchun
2 days · 3 stops
Changchun 2-Day History & Industry Itinerary: Palace History and China’s Auto Story
Read Changchun through two distinct chapters: the imperial court created under Japanese occupation and the city’s later role in China’s automobile industry. The compact route focuses on the Museum of the Imperial Palace of Manchukuo, the central city and the FAW Museum, leaving time to absorb each site rather than padding the plan with loosely defined attractions.
A field guide to Dalian
5 days · 10 stops
Dalian 5-Day Coastal Nature Itinerary: Shoreline Walks, Parks and Marine History
Explore Dalian's southern coast in manageable sections: Binhai Road and Bangchuidao, Laohutan, Xinghai Bay, the forest zoo and the natural-history waterfront. The route avoids treating the entire coast as one walk and allows weather to shape the outdoor days.
A field guide to Tianjn
4 days · 8 stops
Tianjin 4-Day History Itinerary: Old City, Treaty-Port Streets and the Haihe
Trace Tianjin's history through its old-city temples, riverfront, former concession streets and museum collections. Each day stays within a compact area, with time to walk and notice how the city's commercial and architectural layers fit together.
A field guide to Jinan
3 days · 6 stops
Jinan 3-Day Nature Itinerary: Springs, Lakes and Hill Trails
A compact three-day route through Jinan's best-known spring parks, lakeside paths and southern hill scenery. It groups the central springs together, then gives the Daming Lake and Qianfo Mountain areas time of their own.
A field guide to Shijiazhuang
5 days · 9 stops
Shijiazhuang 5-Day Heritage Itinerary: Ancient Temples, Zhengding and Xibaipo
Use Shijiazhuang as a base for a measured look at Hebei's historic sites: the Zhaozhou Bridge, Zhengding's temple district, the Taihang foothills, Xibaipo and the provincial collections. The long-distance visits each get their own day so the schedule does not turn into a string of rushed transfers.
A field guide to Guangzhou
6 days · 18 stops
Guangzhou's Natural Wonders A Journey Through Royal Gardens, Tropical Botanical Marvels, and Ecological Sanctuaries
A 6-day immersive journey through Guangzhou's most spectacular natural landscapes, ancient gardens, and ecological treasures that showcase the harmonious blend of nature and culture in Southern China
A field guide to Guangzhou
5 days · 10 stops
Guangzhou 5-Day Nature Itinerary: Mountain Gardens, Wetlands and Urban Parks
Explore Guangzhou's green spaces in five focused days, from Baiyun Mountain and its garden slopes to Haizhu Wetland, the botanical garden and quieter city parks. The route separates the southern Lotus Hill excursion from central park visits and leaves time for walking rather than stacking activity fragments.
How to use it
Read first.
Wander later.
The best guidebook is the one that feels familiar by the time you arrive.
Start with the overview
Open a guide to see the shape of the trip, the best time to go and what the route is trying to do.
Turn to the days
Each day has a route, timed stops and enough context to know why a place is worth your time.
Make it yours
Skip a stop, stay longer, follow a detour. The guide is a starting point, not a schedule to obey.