Description
20–25 Day Classic Small Loop China Travel Bundle – Slow-Paced Golden Triangle Itinerary PDF
The first time I tried to plan a 20-day China loop with a Chinese tourist visa, I spent an entire evening confirming visa requirements and intercity connections. Foreign forums gave conflicting answers. Official websites were hard to navigate. I almost gave up.
That’s why I built this bundle: six complete PDF guides, each one fact-checked against current transit rules and packed with offline Amap links—so you never have to second-guess your route.
What’s Inside the 20–25 Day Small Loop Bundle
This 6-stop itinerary takes you through six iconic Chinese regions, each with distinct scenery, local food, and practical logistics built in.
1. Beijing & Xi’an: Imperial History & Ancient Relics
- Beijing 144-Hour Guide — Forbidden City ticket-booking trick (book 7 days in advance), Great Wall section comparisons, and subway scripts. (Value: $9.99)
- Xi’an 96-Hour Guide — Terracotta Army timing tips, Muslim Quarter food tour, and city wall walking route. (Value: $9.99)
Xi’an 96-Hour Guide ($9.99)
2. Chengdu & Chongqing: Pandas, Spice & Mountain Rivers
- Chengdu 96-Hour Guide — Best time to see active pandas (before 9:30am), Sichuan hotpot ordering phrases, and People’s Park tea house etiquette. (Value: $9.99)
Chengdu 96-Hour Guide ($9.99)
- Chongqing 144-Hour World Heritage Guide — Wulong Karst day-trip logistics, Hongya Cave photo spots, and river cruise comparisons. (Value: $9.99)
Chongqing 144-Hour World Heritage Guide ($9.99)
3. Zhangjiajie: The Avatar Mountains
- Zhangjiajie 96-Hour Guide — Bailong Elevator wait-time hacks, Tianmen Mountain glass walkway route, and how to avoid tour-group crowds. (Value: $9.99)
Zhangjiajie 96-Hour Guide ($9.99)
4. Shanghai: Modern Waterfront & Old Concessions
- Shanghai 144-Hour Guide — The Bund sunrise photo spots, French Concession walking route, and cashless payment setup for foreigners. (Value: $9.99)
Every PDF contains embedded offline Amap navigation links, scenic spot opening hours, ticket pricing breakdowns, and detailed public transit directions.
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💬 What Travelers Say
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Verified Trustpilot review, March 2025:
“Very in depth and helpful travel guides for Beijing, Shanghai. and Chongqing. I am currently planning a trip to China and found them full of useful information.”
— Shelley, Australia
Verified Trustpilot review, March 2025:
“Dolphinunion is truly a reliable and credible guide . A very good structure, well written, organised and informative guide. It’s so logically and practically break down into section and obtion. recommend specific restaurants, local dishes and how to setup mode of payments with detailed description. Just simply impressed of providing accurate and detailed Information glad and thankful to have this helpful guide for helping me to gain confidence to have my free and easy trip in China.”
— Cheng Hoon Dubbe, Germany
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Pricing & 30% Exclusive Discount
- Original retail price for six individual guides: $59.94
- Exclusive small-loop bundle price: $41.99
- You save: $17.95 (30% off)
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Try Before You Buy
Try Before You Buy Want to test our travel resources before ordering full city guides? Visit our dedicated page to download free China travel guide PDFs:
📥 9-City Preview Guide (Free PDF) – Sample Beijing travel routes and snapshots of Shanghai, Chengdu, Xi’an and other famous destinations
📥 China Travel Toolkit (Free PDF) – Must-know advice on mobile applications, cashless payment, translation solutions and internet connectivity for overseas visitors
Head to the Free China Travel PDF Downloads page to receive your free guides.
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Free Online Travel Support — real humans, real answers
When you purchase any travel guide from DolphinUnion, you receive free online travel support. Have a route question? Stuck at a train station? Not sure which ticket to book next? Reach out. We’re here to help while you plan or while you’re already travelling in China.
Contact us via:
- WhatsApp: +86 157 1572 8786
- Email: hansong@dolphinunion.com
- WeChat: Dolphinunion
We can’t control the weather or the bus schedule, but we can answer your questions in plain English (or Chinese) and help you adjust your plan when things go sideways. This is the support I wished I had on my first trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this small loop itinerary suitable for travelers with a Chinese tourist visa?
A: Yes. The entire 20–25 day timeline is designed around the validity period of a Chinese tourist visa, with airport arrival tips, intercity transportation guidance, and practical travel advice built into every PDF guide. Note: This bundle provides itinerary guidance only. You are responsible for obtaining and holding a valid Chinese tourist visa.
Q: How many days do I actually need for this full loop?
A: Most travelers need 20–25 days to cover all six cities without feeling rushed. The guide includes flexible day-by-day breakdowns, so you can extend or shorten any destination based on your visa validity and energy level.
Q: Will these guides work offline without Google services inside China?
A: Yes. Every itinerary file includes embedded Amap navigation links that load fully offline on phones, tablets, and laptops, removing reliance on blocked global mapping platforms.
Q: Is this bundle cheaper than buying each guide separately?
A: Yes. Buying all six guides individually costs $59.94. 41.99, which saves you 30% (a $17.95 discount). You also get free future updates for major changes.
Q: How quickly can I download the PDF guides after checkout?
A: Instant download links are sent to your email immediately after payment completes. You’ll have unlimited permanent re-download access from your account.
Q: What if I have questions while planning or during my trip?
A: You’ll have access to personal support messages after purchase. If any route, booking, or visa rule confuses you on the ground, you can reach out and get practical help.
Note: Attraction-ticket prices, high-speed-train timetables, and visa policy rules are subject to official government adjustments. Always double-check official latest information before your trip.
Ready to explore China’s Golden Triangle without the planning stress?
Click “Add To Cart” to get instant permanent access to all six downloadable PDF guides.
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Lena (verified owner) –
Amazing. Highly recommend.
Klaas (verified owner) –
Did the classic loop. No complaints. The bundle was well worth the price.
carlos.mx (verified owner) –
The bundle covers all the classic stops. We did Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. The Great Wall day trip was the best part.
tom_dublin (verified owner) –
The bundle was good but it rained the whole time we were in Shanghai. Nothing anyone can do about that though!
Park (verified owner) –
Good bundle. The Terracotta Army section was particularly useful.
Fernanda Silva (verified owner) –
We used the Beijing and Shanghai sections. The transport tips from airports to city centers were extremely useful.
oskar_n (verified owner) –
The bundle was mostly great but the Xi’an restaurant we tried per the guide was closed. We found somewhere else easily. Otherwise everything was perfect.
Sarah Mitchell (verified owner) –
Each city section is self-contained. We printed only the cities we needed. The subway tips in Shanghai were a lifesaver.
yuki_travel (verified owner) –
Good bundle. The Great Wall section was the highlight for us.
dave_o (verified owner) –
Loved it. Thanks!
Maria Garcia (verified owner) –
The bundle covers the classic route perfectly. We only had 8 days and this made it possible. The visa-free transit info was clear.
Pierre (verified owner) –
The Xi’an section was our favorite. The Muslim Quarter food walk was exactly as described.
travelbug_jess (verified owner) –
This was our first time in China and the small loop was the perfect introduction. Beijing for history, Xi’an for the warriors, Shanghai for the modern side. Everything was well planned.
Johnson (verified owner) –
The three-city loop was exactly what we wanted. Each section had its own itinerary. The food recommendations in Xi’an were amazing.
Anna (verified owner) –
This bundle is very helpful. We visit Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. The map links work well.
daniel.k (verified owner) –
Solid bundle. Beijing to Xi’an high-speed train section was clearly explained.
Emily Carter (verified owner) –
Did Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai in 10 days. The bundle covered all three perfectly. The Terracotta Army timing tip was spot on.