Best China Tours for Travelers from Singapore, Plan a Trip to China from SGP

Mutual 30-Day Visa-Exemption Arrangement Between Singapore and China

Visa-Free Period: February 9, 2024, to December 31, 2025

Conditions: Holders of ordinary passports from Singapore can enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days.

Other: For activities such as work, journalism, or any other activities that require prior approval, as well as for stays exceeding 30 days, the appropriate visa must be obtained before entering the country.

Transportation between Singapore and China

The primary mode of transportation between Singapore and China is by air. It is estimated that among all international flights, the routes between Singapore and China have the highest frequency. There are flights between Singapore and Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Macau, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Additionally, there are flights between Singapore and Chengdu, Kunming, Wuhan, Xi'an, Hangzhou, Changsha, Xiamen, and Chongqing.

Itinerary Recommendations for Travelers from Singapore

Travel with Kids

If you're traveling with kids, we recommend the classic route: Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Guilin, and Shanghai.

In Beijing, aside from the usual attractions like the Great Wall and Forbidden City, we suggest engaging cultural experiences such as painting opera masks, watching martial arts performances, cycling through the hutongs, and making kites. In Xi'an, you can cycle on the Ancient City Wall, learn how to make Terracotta Warriors, and try your hand at making dumplings. In Chengdu, you can volunteer with pandas, learn how to cook Sichuan cuisine, watch a Sichuan opera, and even learn to play mahjong. In Guilin, activities include learning traditional landscape painting, practicing martial arts, hiking along the Li River, paddleboarding, cave exploring, rock climbing, hiking in Longsheng, and making bamboo rice. In Shanghai, you can visit Disneyland, go on a cycling tour, and enjoy exciting acrobatic performances.

For accommodation, we generally recommend:

Beijing: 3-4 nights

Xi'an: 1-2 nights

Chengdu: 1-2 nights (add 2 more nights if including Jiuzhaigou)

Guilin city: 1-2 nights

Yangshuo: at least 2 nights

Longsheng Rice Terraces: 1-2 nights if time allows

Shanghai: 2-3 nights.

Travel with Friends

If you are traveling with friends, we recommend the following destinations: Xinjiang, Gansu, Inner Mongolia, Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan, Huangshan, Zhangjiajie, Harbin, and others. Of course, you can also customize your own China itinerary.

Xinjiang

Xinjiang, known for its stunning deserts, vast grasslands, and rich cultural heritage, offers must-visit cities like Urumqi for its cosmopolitan vibe, Kashgar for its ancient Silk Road charm, Turpan for its unique landscapes and historical ruins, and Kanas for its unique nature wonders.

Best time to travel

Kanas, the sea of flowers in June and the golden autumn in September. Turpan,  the best time to visit Turpan is from August to September, as the weather is particularly hot in June and July. If you want to enjoy great activities, delicious food, and the best scenery, September is the ideal time to go, as it's the season when fruits and melons are in full harvest. Kashgar, the best time to visit Kashgar is in August, September, and October, when the weather is mild and the fruits are ripe, making it ideal for sightseeing and vacations. Karakul Lake is also at its most beautiful during this season, perfect for hiking.

Inner Mongolia

Inner Mongolia offers vast grasslands, stunning deserts, and rich nomadic culture, with top cities to visit including Hulunbuir for its charming grasslands, Hohhot for its cultural heritage, Baotou for nature and industry, and Ordos for the famous Genghis Khan Mausoleum and the striking Gobi desert landscapes.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit the northern forest area of Hulunbuir is from mid-to-late May and mid-to-late September. During these periods, the temperatures are pleasant, and there are no mosquitoes. In May, the trees are freshly green, and the hillsides are covered in blooming azaleas. In September, autumn colors blanket the Greater Khingan Mountains, making it a perfect time for photography.

The best time to visit the southern grassland area of Hulunbuir is from June to August when the grasslands are at their greenest, offering the most stunning views. By mid-September, as autumn arrives, the grasslands take on a kaleidoscope of colors, with clear skies and beautiful clouds, making it an ideal time for photography.

Yunnan

Gansu, Hexi Corridor and Silk Road

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