China Visa Free Travel: Best Tour to Fit Your Visa Free Period
China has several visa-free policies, including 240-hour visa-free transit, 15-day visa-free cruise, unilateral visa exemption for citizens from 47 countries, and mutual visa exemption with 31 countries. Foreign citizens who qualify for these visa-exemption policies can stay in China for up to 10 days or even 30 days.
| Policy | Eligible Country | Stay Area | Stay Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240-hour visa-free | 55 countries | 48 cities | 10 days |
| 30-day mutual visa-free | 31 countries | The Chinese Mainland | 30 days |
| 30-day unilateral visa-free | 47 countries | The Chinese Mainland | 30 days |
| 15-day cruise visa-free | / | 7 provinces, 3 municipalities, and 1 autonomous region | 15 days |
| Visa-free for ASEAN countries | 10 countries | Guilin and Xishuangbanna | 6 days |
| Guangdong visa-free | Countries have diplomatic relations with China | 10 cities in Guangdong | 6 days |
| 30-day Hainan visa-free | 59 countries | Hainan Province | 30 days |
| 6-day Hainan visa-free | Countries have diplomatic relations with China | Hainan Province | 6 days |
240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Tour
The 240-hour visa-free transit allows you to travel across provinces among 48 cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin, and Zhangjiajie.
But make sure you meet the following requirements: 1. You must be from one of the 55 countries eligible. 2. Your passport must be valid for more than three months. 3. You must hold an onward ticket to a third country or region.
- Americas (6 countries): United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile
- Europe (40 countries): Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, Russia, United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Belarus, Norway
- Oceania (2 countries): Australia, New Zealand
- Asia (6 countries): South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Indonesia
All the destinations in our itinerary fall within the permitted cities under the 240-hour transit visa exemption policy. During the trip, you'll have the opportunity to fully experience the unique local customs and cultures of various regions.
8-Day Classic China Tour
Beijing - Xian - Shanghai
- Visit multiple iconic attractions in three cities, covering famous ancient and modern buildings.
- Arrange in-depth cultural experiences: the restoration of the Terracotta Warriors
- Diverse attractions meet the needs for exploring different histories and cultures.
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9-Day Best of Shanghai & Its Surroundings
Shanghai - Suzhou - Huangshan - Hangzhou - Shanghai
- Learn traditional bamboo weaving crafts.
- Visit the picturesque Hongcun Ancient Village.
- Have an in-depth experience of the beauty of classical gardens.
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10-Day Cultural and Natural Wonders of China
Beijing - Xian - Zhangjiajie - Shanghai
- Hike the Mutianyu Great Wall and stroll on the glass bridge
- Get hands-on experience in repairing the Terracotta Warriors.
- It combines historical exploration, natural wonders, and urban experiences all in one.
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11-Day China Impression Journey
Beijing - Xian - Chongqing - Yangtze Cruise - Shanghai
- Visit the magnificent Three Gorges Dam.
- Sail through the majestic Three Gorges canyons.
- Experience the unique sight of a train passing through a building and enjoy the night view of Hongya Cave.
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30-Day Visa-Free Tour
Foreign citizens who enjoy visa-free entry under mutual or unilateral visa exemption policies can stay in China for up to 30 days. You can enter China through any open port as long as you carry a valid passport.
Eligible Countries for Mutual Visa-Free (31 countries):
- Asia (12 countries): the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Armenia, Maldives, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Georgia, Brunei, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan
- Europe (5 countries): San Marino, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belarus, Albania, Russia
- Americas (6 countries): Bahamas, Grenada, Barbados, Suriname, Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda
- Oceania (5 countries): Fiji, Tonga, Solomon Islands, Independent State of Samoa, Federated States of Micronesia
- Africa (2 countries): Seychelles, Mauritius
Allowable Countries for Unilateral Visa-Free (47 countries):
- Europe (32 countries): France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Denmark, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Russia
- Asia (6 countries): South Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain
- Oceania (2 countries): New Zealand, Australia
- Americas (5 countries): Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay
A month is enough for you to visit all the popular cities in China. During your trip, our local guides will accompany you, exploring the stunning scenery of each destination with you. At every stop, you'll gain unique experiences and insights.
3-Day Jiuzhai Valley Fairyland
- Visit Huanglong Scenic Area and witness its colorful natural wonders.
- Take a deep tour of Jiuzhai Valley and experience its paradise-like natural beauty.
- Explore the unique Tibetan culture within Jiuzhai Valley and experience an exotic lifestyle.
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4-Day Beijing Skiing Tour
- Enjoy skiing fun at the Badaling Ski Resort.
- Experience the profound cultural heritage of China spanning thousands of years.
- Take a cable car ride to overlook the magnificent sight of the snow-covered Great Wall.
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5-Day Western Sichuan Tour to Daocheng and Yading
- Visit Milk Lake, Chonggu Temple, and Five Colored Pond.
- Experience authentic Tibetan culture and unique ethnic customs.
- Tour Daocheng and Yading, known as "the last pure land on earth".
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8-Day Authentic Yunnan Discovery
- Get a close-up experience of Tibetan family culture.
- Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the world's deepest canyons.
- Witness the majestic beauty of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain firsthand.
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15-Day Visa-Free Cruise Tour
To enjoy the 15-day visa-free entry into China by cruise ship, certain conditions must be met: first, book your itinerary in advance through China Travel; second, your group should consist of 2 or more people; third, you must enter and exit China together with the tour group. After meeting these conditions, you can enter China visa-free through cruise ports in 13 coastal cities.
You can stay in the following regions: Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, Liaoning Province, Shandong Province, Jiangsu Province, Zhejiang Province, Fujian Province, Guangdong Province, Hainan Province, and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
| Province/Autonomous Region | City | Exit/Entry Port |
|---|---|---|
| Liaoning | Dalian | Dalian Cruise Port |
| / | Tianjin | Tianjin Cruise Home Port |
| Shandong | Qingdao | Qingdao International Cruise Home Port |
| Jiangsu | Lianyungang | Lianyungang Port International Passenger Station |
| / | Shanghai | Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal |
| Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal | ||
| Zhengjiang | Wenzhou | Wenzhou International Cruise Port |
| Zhoushan | Zhoushan Archipelago International Cruise Port | |
| Fujian | Xiamem | Xiamen Wutong Port |
| Xiamen International Cruise Port | ||
| Guangdong | Guangzhou | Nansha International Cruise Home Port |
| Shenzhen | Shenzhen Cruise Home Port | |
| Guangxi | Beihai | Beihai International Passenger Terminal |
| Hainan | Sanya | Sanya Port |
| Haikou | Haikou Port |
Most cruise ports are quite far from the city centers, and taking transportation on your own to the hotel would take a lot of time. However, our itinerary includes pick-up services. A driver and an English-speaking guide will meet you at the port, take you safely to the hotel, and assist you with the check-in process, saving you a great deal of time.
3-Day Essence of Shanghai with Tongli Water Town
- Explore the exotic former French Concession.
- Take a boat to visit the picturesque water town of Tongli.
- Experience the serene atmosphere of Jade Buddha Temple.
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3-Day Essence of Shanghai Tour
- Take a stroll along the Bund.
- Appreciate the architectural and design beauty of classical Chinese gardens.
- Ascend the Shanghai Tower and enjoy a panoramic view of Shanghai.
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3-Day Suzhou and Hangzhou Tour from Shanghai
- Take a rickshaw ride through Suzhou's Old Street.
- Explore the largest and most famous classical garden: the Humble Administrator's Garden.
- Visit the serene West Lake and ancient Lingyin Temple, immersing yourself in natural beauty and Buddhist culture.
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4-Day Shanghai Cultural Tour
- Visit the landmark skyscraper Shanghai Tower.
- Explore the characteristic cultural area of the French Concession.
- Experience the blend of Chinese and Western architectural art at the Bund and Yuyuan Garden.
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Visa-Free Tour for ASEAN Countries
ASEAN countries refer to Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Citizens from these countries can join a tour group and enter or leave China through designated ports to enjoy a 6-day visa-free stay in Xishuangbanna in Yunnan, and Guilin in Guangxi.
The entry and exit ports can be Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport, Mohan Railway Station, Mohan Highway Port, or Guilin Liangjiang International Airport.
You can join us to marvel at the wonders of nature - admire Guilin's rolling, picturesque mountains and explore Xishuangbanna's tropical rainforest nature reserve, which boasts remarkable biodiversity.
3-Day Essence of Guilin Tour
- Experience a Li River cruise.
- In-depth tour of the Karst landscape scenery.
- Make Chinese lanterns, and paint monkey masks and lion heads.
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4-day Guilin and Yangshuo Memories Tour
- Cycling in the Yangshuo countryside.
- Explore the largest and most impressive cave in Guilin.
- Experience the local life in Daxu Ancient Town firsthand.
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5-Day Guilin Countryside and Bamboo Rafting Tour
- Experience the folk culture in Daxu Ancient Town.
- Overlook the panoramic view of the Li River from Xianggong Hill.
- Go on a hidden cave exploration and countryside cycling adventure in Yangshuo.
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5-Day Guilin Family Tour with Moderate Hiking
- Visit Ping'an Zhuang Village.
- Tour the picturesque Li River.
- Go bamboo rafting on the Yulong River.
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Guangdong Visa-Free Tour
After arriving in Hong Kong or Macao, you can book a tour package with China Travel. Then, you'll be able to stay for 6 days in 10 cities within Guangdong Province. The cities embrace Guangzhou, Foshan, Zhaoqing, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Huizhou, Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Jiangmen, and Shantou.
Requirements for Guangdong Visa-Free Tour
1. Your country has diplomatic relations with China.
2. The minimum number of travelers is two.
3. You need to enter and exit together with the tour group.
4-Day Guangzhou & Shenzhen Tour
- Explore Dafen Oil Painting Village to appreciate artistic creations.
- Go to the Window of the World to see miniature versions of famous landmarks from around the world.
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3-Day Essence of Guangzhou Tour
- Take an in-depth tour of Chen Family Temple to experience Guangzhou's profound historical and cultural heritage.
- Stroll along Shangxiajiu Walking Street to savor the authentic local life and commercial vibe of Guangzhou.
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Hainan Visa-Free Tour
Hainan Province has two visa-free policies: a 30-day visa-free and a 6-day visa-free. Apart from the difference in the allowed duration of stay, some requirements also vary between them.
30-Day Visa-Free Entry
Citizens from 59 countries can enter Hainan Province through any of its open ports and stay within the province for up to 30 days without a visa.
- Europe (39 countries): Russia, UK, France, Germany, Norway, Ukraine, Italy, Austria, Finland, Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, Sweden, Spain, Belgium, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Monaco, Belarus
- America (6 countries): USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile
- Oceania (3countries): Australia, New Zealand
- Asia (11 countries): South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, UAE, Qatar
6-Day Visa-Free Entry
After arriving in Hong Kong or Macao, you need to book a tour package with a local travel agency. China Travel can plan a trip for you. Then, you can enter Hainan Province through any of its open ports and stay for up to 6 days without a visa.
Requirements for a 6-day visa-free:
1. Your country has diplomatic relations with China.
2. The minimum number of travelers is 2.
3. You need to enter and exit together with the tour group.
Customize Your Visa-Free Tour in China
China's visa-free policy offers great convenience for you if you're planning to travel to China. Before coming to China, make sure to confirm whether you're eligible for visa-free entry. If you're unsure, just get in touch with us! Our professional travel consultants will tailor an itinerary for you that meets the visa-free requirements.