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South China & the Pearl River Delta Travel Guide 2026
Cantonese food capital, karst-river landscapes of Guangxi, and the megacities of the Pearl River Delta.
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8 cities · Cantonese food capital, karst-river landscapes of Guangxi, and the megacities of the Pearl River Delta.
- Guangzhou Travel Guide: Canton Tower, Dim Sum & Costs
Guangzhou in numbers: the 1888 Chen Clan hall, Canton Tower at 600 m, ¥2-14 metro rides, the 240-hour transit rule — plus dim sum hours and budgets.…
- Shenzhen Travel Guide
Practical Shenzhen travel guide: top attractions, transport, accommodation, food, and verified on-the-ground info.…
- Guilin Travel Guide: Li River, Yangshuo & Longji
How to plan Guilin: 3 days split between the city, the Li River cruise or raft to Yangshuo and the Longji terraces; piers, stations, budget, best months.…
- Hong Kong Travel Guide
Practical Hong Kong travel guide: top attractions, transport, accommodation, food, and verified on-the-ground info.…
- Macao Travel Guide
Practical Macao travel guide: top attractions, transport, accommodation, food, and verified on-the-ground info.…
- Beihai Travel Guide
Practical Beihai travel guide: top attractions, transport, accommodation, food, and verified on-the-ground info.…
- Nanning in 2-3 Days: Qingxiu Hill, Bronze Drums & Detian
Nanning in 2-3 days: the 5A hill of Qingxiu and its Ming pagoda, hundreds of bronze drums, the old quarter reopened in 2018 and Yangmei river town 36 km out.…
- Zhuhai Travel Guide
Practical Zhuhai travel guide: top attractions, transport, accommodation, food, and verified on-the-ground info.…
FAQ
When is the best time to visit South China & the Pearl River Delta?
April–May and September–October work for most of China. South China & the Pearl River Delta has its own peak season — check the individual city guides for timing.
How do I travel between cities in South China & the Pearl River Delta?
High-speed rail covers most major cities in South China & the Pearl River Delta; smaller towns use regional trains or buses. Each city guide has transport links.
Do I need a separate visa for every city in South China & the Pearl River Delta?
Mainland China uses one national visa policy. Hong Kong and Macau have separate entry rules, so check those city guides if they are included in South China & the Pearl River Delta.