Travel
China has cheap domestic flights to all the major cities and tourist destinations. Public transport covers almost the entire nation and it is cheaper than other places considering the distances involved. China has an extensive railway system and although crowded, trains are the best way to get around in reasonable speed and comfort. There is a variety of classes and tickets can be pre-booked. Underground trains are only found in large cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.
In the city travel by bus is by far the most common means of transport. It is easier to secure bus tickets than train tickets and they are often cheaper. Bicycles are an also an excellent method for getting around China’s cities. They can be hired from rental shops usually located around railway stations.
Taxis are another good option, as they are widely available and reasonably priced.Most Chinese taxi drivers do not speak English, therefore it is useful to have your destination written down in Chinese.
Driving a car across China is still banned for foreigners. You need a Chinese licence to drive in China. If you want to use a car you can book a car with a driver for local use in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, on Hainan Island and Sanya.
