Honeymoon in China

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Located on the East Asia, China is the 3rd largest country by area and world’s most populous country with a population of over 1.4 billion people. China has a huge and diverse landscape spanning across East Asia. It’s the starting point of the ancient Silk Road and melting pot of different cultures with over 50 ethnic groups. Thanks to its massive size, deep-routed history and incredibly rich culture, China might be the unforgettable honeymoon destination that you are looking for.

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Honeymoon in China at a glance

China offers a very unique honeymoon experience and endless list of things to do. China’s vast landscape is home to hundreds of natural wonders and beautiful sceneries, giving honeymoon couples limitless outdoor activity options. From arid deserts to lush green forests, majestic mountains to long rivers, China has every type of landscape to explore. China’s history is one of the richest in the world. In fact, Chinese civilization is the only ancient civilization that has continued until today, with written records dating back 4000 years before. There are many aspects of Chinese culture which makes it one of the richest in the world; such as it’s amazing cuisine, handcrafts, music, philosophy, martial arts and visual arts. Even though China has some of the most modern and developed urban areas in the world today, you can still visit hundreds historic locations, archeological sites and ancient buildings. Honeymoons are special periods in which couples start their new life with unforgettable memories. If you are looking for a honeymoon that includes more than just some lazy days at the beach, China might be the place to go for you.

Honeymoon destinations in China

The Great Wall of China

In order to get the best out of your honeymoon in China, we suggest you to see as many different places as possible. Since China has hundreds of different places worth visiting, you might have a little bit hard time to decide where to go and what activities to do. The good news is, China has one of the most developed transportation networks in the world, consisting of fast-trains, airports in many cities and expressways. No matter where you want to go, you will be able to find several transportation options to choose. If you want to start your honeymoon by discovering China’s history, you should start your honeymoon in Beijing. Beijing is a megacity with a population of over 21 million and it is the cultural and political center of the country. It is home to 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which are; the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Ming Tombs, Zhoukoudian , the Great Wall and the Grand Canal. After Beijing, you can head to the Northwest China, to visit the city of Xi’an, one of the oldest cities in China and starting point of the ancient Silk Road. Xian was the capital city for 13 different dynasties throughout China’s history. The Terracotta Army, world famous archeological site which contains thousands of terracotta sculptures and figures which are believed to be buried with the emperor Qin Shi Huang, first Emperor of China.

To explore the modern China, you can visit East China and South Central China regions, which are home to some of the biggest metropolises in the world such as Shanghai, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Macau. All of these cities offer various attractions and touristic sites that are absolutely worth visiting. Last but not least, China is home to some of the most beautiful and unique landscapes in the world that some of them should be in your honeymoon bucket list. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan province, Jiuzhaigou Natural Reserve in Sichuan province, Huangshan mountain range in Anhui province and The Stone Forest in Yunnan Province are just some these bucket list locations. If you are into outdoor sports, you will find dozens of places where you can experience some of the most thrilling outdoor activities.

Things to do in China on honeymoon

  • Climb the Great Wall of China and enjoy the breathtaking scenery
  • Visit the Giant Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu to meet with this amazing creatures
  • Explore the royal life inside the Forbidden City in Beijing
  • Visit the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace in Beijing
  • Visit Xian’s world famous Terracotta Army
  • Explore the nightlife in Shanghai
  • Book the Huangpu River Cruise in Shanghai to see the mesmerizing skyline of Shanghai at night
  • Climb to the Vitoria Peak in Hong Kong to watch the amazing view of the Victoria Harbor
  • Visit the China National Silk Museum in Hangzhou to learn more about the history of this amazing material
  • Take a boat tour on the West Lake in Hangzhou
  • Hike to the Yellow Mountain, Avatar Mountains in Zhangjiajie
  • Visit the tallest Buddha Statue in the world, The Leshan Giant Buddha in the Sichuan province
  • Visit the Museum of Porcelain in Jingdezhen and join a pottery workshop
  • Try as many dishes as possible from the Chinese Cuisine

Best time to visit China

China is a year around destination, offering all kinds of activities throughout the year. Unlike many other countries in the Southeast Asia, China is a huge country in terms of land size. This means that, the weather changes and climate varies across the country even at the same time. In general, spring and autumn months are best times to visit China thanks to the pleasant weather conditions across most parts of the country. Depending on which part of China you are visiting, temperatures might get too hot in summer and too cold in winter. During these periods, your outdoor activity plans might be affected. Cultural activities are hardly affected by weather conditions; therefore you can still plan lots of things to do in winter. One important thing to consider before planning your honeymoon in China is the Chinese New Year Holiday. Chinese New Year usually falls between January 21 and February 20. During this period, prices for accommodation and transportation will go up due to the high demand and tickets might get sold out.

Useful information for China

  • Official language of China is Standard Chinese which is also known as Mandarin. You won’t have any language related problems in China, especially in the big cities. In general tourist situations, you would definitely get help from someone or you can use your Smartphone.
  • Local currency in China is the Renminbi (RMB) and the Yuan (CNY) is the basic unit. You can find ATM machines in almost everywhere.
  • Tipping is not customary in China and it’s not expected for many services. In some circumstances it can even be considered rude. However, in some high end restaurants, service charge may be added to the bill.
  • During your stay in China always prefer the bottled water instead of tap water. You can find bottled water in almost everywhere.
  • China has a standard voltage of 220 volts.
  • Be prepared to haggle every time before buying something. In most cases, it is possible to buy souvenirs for the fraction of the first quoted price.
  • If you are planning to visit some rural parts of China, bringing hand sanitizers and wet tissues would be a good idea.
  • Do not eat from a street food vendor if it doesn’t look clean and hygienic. As the old saying goes, better safe than sorry.
  • Get a VPN to your smartphone, since most of the social media and news apps are blocked in China.

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