Huainan Anhui, China Travel Guide
Confirm your passport remains valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date into China. Renew it if needed.
Start the application process for your Chinese visa. This typically needs online forms, appointments, and fingerprint collection. Plan ample time for processing.
Book your international flights to China, typically arriving at Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE).
Book domestic flights to Hefei (if flying into a different Chinese hub) and high-speed train tickets from Hefei to Huainan.
Secure your accommodation in Huainan well in advance.
Acquire comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and lost luggage. World Nomads is an option.
Reconfirm all flight, train, and hotel reservations. Pack climate-appropriate clothing. Inform your bank and credit card companies of your travel plans.
Download offline maps (Baidu Maps) and translation dictionaries (Pleco) for use without internet access.
Print physical copies of all essential documents (passport, visa, insurance, reservations). Save digital copies to cloud storage and email.
Securing these bookings ahead of time streamlines your travel.
Thorough research and home arrangements ensure a relaxed departure.
These final steps ensure peace of mind while you are away.
Purchase comprehensive travel insurance (World Nomads is an option) that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and lost luggage for your journey.
These steps support your smooth navigation during your initial hours in Huainan, providing a pleasant start to your trip.
Clear immigration at your first port of entry into China (e.g., Hefei Xinqiao International Airport). Have your passport, visa, and completed arrival card ready.
Collect your checked luggage. Proceed through customs after this step.
Locate your pre-arranged or public transport (airport shuttle, train, Didi) to Huainan.
Check into your accommodation and familiarize yourself with its immediate neighborhood.
Pinpoint nearby ATMs, currency exchange (if needed), and local stores.
If you have not done so already, acquire and activate a local SIM card for connectivity.
Exchange a bit of cash if you intend to use it for initial purchases.
Alternatively, confirm your Alipay/WeChat Pay are functional for immediate needs.
Purchase bottled water and any immediate personal products you require.
Stock up on necessities before leaving the airport or station area.
Utilize your pre-booked airport transfer service, high-speed train, or a Didi/taxi to reach Huainan and your hotel.
Confirm your hotel address is written in Chinese characters for taxi drivers.
Having your hotel address clearly written in Cantonese characters facilitates easier communication with taxi drivers and support from the community upon arrival.
Plan your departure from Huainan to give a seamless exit and a calm journey home.
Ensure a smooth journey home with these important final steps.
Double-check all personal belongings and travel documents before leaving your accommodation and heading to your point of departure.
Confirm your transport departure times to avoid any last-minute rushing.
