Yanan Shaanxi, China Travel Guide
Effective planning ensures you are ready for your Yan'an adventure.
A chronological guide to prepare for your trip.
Ensure passport is valid 6 months beyond stay with two blank visa pages. Apply for your China visa early.
Book international flights to a major Chinese hub. Purchase comprehensive Travel insurance.
Consult your doctor for required and recommended vaccinations.
Book domestic flights/high-speed rail to Yan'an and secure accommodation.
Download & set up essential apps: VPN, WeChat, Alipay, Didi Chuxing, Baidu Maps, translation apps. Verify VPN function.
Start learning basic Mandarin phrases. Arrange medical prescriptions, obtain a doctor's note (translated).
Confirm all flight, train, and hotel reservations. Inform bank/inform your credit card companies of your trip.
Pack according to climate. Obtain the local money or confirm mobile payment setup.
Make multiple copies (physical & digital) of essential documents. Download offline maps.
Deep diving into Yan'an's significance enriches your visit.
Your first steps in China get you settled quickly.
Take a photo of your visa and passport on your phone. This digital copy is useful if you need to give identification quickly or if your physical documents are misplaced.
Smooth arrival and departure procedures are essential for a good trip.
First administrative steps complete.
Stay connected from the start.
Ensure full connectivity.
Ready for initial expenses.
Smooth transfer to your stay.
Get your bearings locally.
Plan for souvenir purchases throughout your trip. Consider Eagle Creek packing organizers.
Arrange shipping for larger purchases well in advance through a reputable courier service.
Arrive at the airport or train station with ample time before scheduled departure.
Confirm your flight or train details the day before.
Confirm your return flight or onward trip information. Pack carefully.
Double-check you have all documents, valuables, and personal items.
Confirm your return flight or onward travel details. Pack carefully, ensuring no prohibited items are in your carry-on luggage. Double-check that you have all your documents, valuables, and personal items.
Last-minute checks secure a smooth departure from Yan'an.
Protecting your essential travel documents.
Confirm all flight, train, and hotel reservations. Inform your bank and your credit card providers about your trip plans to avoid card freezes.
Make multiple copies (physical and digital) of your essential documents: passport, visa, travel insurance policy, and flight/hotel confirmations. Keep these copies separate from the originals.
