China Travel Visa Free for Canadians, Americans & Britons is now possible.
The National Immigration Administration of China issued an announcement on December 17, 2024 to comprehensively relax and optimize its visa-free transit policy with immediate effect. This new policy extends the stay time of visa-free transit foreigners in the country from the original 72 hours and 144 hours to 240 hours (10 days).
Visitors from 54 countries including the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada who transit through China to a third country (region) can stay in China visa-free up to 240 hours (10 days). However, the visitor must arrive through one of the 60 ports open to international visitors. These ports include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and many other large and medium-sized cities.
The 10-day visa-free stay policy is a good start and bodes well for our guests from Canada, the US and the UK. We expect further relaxation on this front by the Chinese government in the near future.
The latest development means guests from Canada, the US and the UK can join many of our China tours without having to apply for a China visa. We are tweaking our itineraries longer than 10 days and will use Hong Kong to make it possible for our guests to stay in China for up to 20 days without having to apply for a Chinese visa. The process is a bit technical and will be explained in detail to those ready to sign up with us. Doing away with the visa application saves the visitor lots of hassle and money.
Visitors from Australia and New Zealand have been able to visit China visa-free for up to 15 days per entry as early as July 1, 2024.
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China Delights (10 days)
Beijing – Xi’an – Chengdu – Shanghai
Filled with cultural and natural wonders, this luxury China tour package is designed to delight! Highlights include the Great Wall, the Terracotta Army and the Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Important Features
- Expert local guides picked by company owners.
- Small group size (average 15, maximum 20).
- No annoying forced shopping stops.
- North American standard luxury accommodations.
- Quality meals at non-tourist restaurants.
- Bottled water during group activities.
- Free Wi-Fi in all hotels.
- Great Wall visit at Mutianyu with cable car.
Options Available
- Peking Opera show in Beijing.
- Tang Dynasty cultural show in Xi’an.
- Traditional face mask changing show in Chengdu.
- 2-day post-tour Yellow Mountain extension.
ITINERARY
Meal Code: B = breakfast / L = lunch / D = dinner
Day 1/Thu: Departing for Beijing
The trip starts with your transpacific flight departing from a city of your choice. You’ll lose a day upon crossing the International Date Line.
Day 2/Fri: Arrival in Beijing
Meet the driver on arrival for transfer to the hotel. You’ll have the remainder of the day at leisure. The guide will get in touch with you tonight.
Day 3/Sat: Beijing (B/L/D)
Beijing is China’s capital, a major cultural and educational hub with a population of 22 million. Known for its opulent palaces, temples, and historic walls, it is the country’s most visited city.
