Travel companions · China

Hello, my mother is looking for a travel companion for an organized trip to China, departing on 7/03 and returning on 18/03. Here are a few details:

The "IMPERIAL CHINA" tour from 07/03 to 18/03/2027, 12 days and 11 nights. She’s looking for a woman interested in this tour and wanting to share a room. 3- and 4-star hotels. There’s a 10% discount for bookings made before the end of September. Trip for seniors (60+)

Let me know if you're interested, and I’ll put you in touch.

Thanks so much! Best regards, Benoist

hi everyone, I’m planning a two-month trip to China in early 2027 and already have a pretty detailed itinerary I’ve put together through my research. Of course, it can be adjusted based on interests and encounters, but the main outline is set.

I love beautiful landscapes, lively cities, meeting people, local culture, and places a little off the beaten path. I’m pretty adaptable—I enjoy comfort but can also stay in simpler accommodations if the experience is worth it.

I’m looking for one or more curious, open-minded people who’d like to share all or part of this trip, in good spirits and at everyone’s own pace. The idea isn’t to do everything together at all costs, but to share discoveries, journeys, visits, and great memories.

If this sounds like you, feel free to message me! Looking forward to chatting and, who knows, setting off on an adventure together! 😊

Hi everyone,

I’m heading to China for the first time on October 10th (after Golden Week, so it should be quieter). I’ll be coming from Hanoi (Vietnam), where I’ll be from September 3rd, and I’ll fly to Kunming on October 10th. I’ve planned a route starting in Kunming (4 nights), then Guilin (4 nights), Chongqing (3 nights), Zhangjiajie (4 nights), Chengdu (3 nights), Xi’An (3 nights), Beijing (3 nights), and finally Shanghai (3 nights), with my departure set for November 6th to the Philippines (flight not booked yet). The durations are flexible and should give me enough time to enjoy each place. The schedule is adjustable if needed, and I’ve left a 2-day buffer for the 30-day visa exemption. All connections are planned by high-speed train (not booked yet), with travel times maxing out at 5 hours on the fastest trains. I usually travel solo, but I’m open to some company—someone easygoing and cheerful—and for practical reasons, to split costs on a few excursions, like Dongchuan (the Red Lands), which is easier with a private car.

So, if this itinerary or part of it interests you, I’d love to hear from you!

PS: I’m new to China and its cashless world, so there might be a few lonely moments while I get Alipay, WeChat, and Didi fully set up… 😉

Looking forward to hearing from you! Stéphane

Hi! I’m Hugo, I’m 20, and I’m a recent graduate with a tourism BTS. I’m heading off alone in November 2026 with my backpack for a road trip across Asia.

I already have my first flight ticket to Bangkok, but nothing else is planned yet. So I’m signing up on this forum hoping for tips, good deals, and maybe even meet-ups while I’m there!

Thanks in advance! 😉

Hello fellow travelers,

I’m looking for a travel companion (male or female) from mid-October to mid-November as I’m planning to head back to China, specifically the Sichuan region, famous for its pandas, Tibetan culture in the west with its mountains, traditional villages around Chengdu, and renowned for its cuisine. I also plan to visit Chongqing nearby. I really enjoy connecting with locals (Chinese people are super friendly).

I’ve traveled in China before, the visa is still free this year. I use local transport—buses and trains. I travel light and can adapt easily. The destination is budget-friendly. No pressure to spend every day together—communication and respect for each other’s choices are key. For flight pricing reasons, I’m likely departing from Brussels. If you’re interested, feel free to DM me to chat! 😊

Hello World. I’m a retired globetrotter, and I’ve just returned from a wonderful trip: Beijing, Pingyao, Chengde, Xi’an—nothing but beauty, goodness, and happiness. This time, I’d like to "do" the South in October (autumn = beauty, or so I’ve heard): { Shanghai - Guilin - Yangshuo - Chengdu - Chongqing - Zhangjiajie - Shanghai } in about 18–20 days. This is just a rough draft—everything’s flexible. I usually travel solo, staying in 1- or 2-star hotels and eating at local restaurants. But I’m thinking, with one (or more) travel companion(s)—nice and open-minded—it might be even more enjoyable? Plus, it’d let us split the cost of any guides, share our thoughts and photos, and avoid silly mistakes. What do you think?

Hello, I was planning to go to Yunnan at the end of February, but if that doesn’t work out, I’d like to try late March or early May. I’d love to meet a woman to travel as a duo and make the most of the one-month visa, even if we stay for less time. I’ve only seen a little of China so far—just a few major cities that I found absolutely stunning and impressive—and the rice terraces of Yunhe, which were unforgettable! So besides Yunnan or Hunan, we could choose other regions; China is so vast and varied, and I’d happily revisit the cities I’ve already seen. 🙂 Age doesn’t matter as long as we have energy and curiosity! I’m used to organizing things since I usually travel solo. I’m based in Paris, and of course, we’d get to know each other first to chat before meeting. 😄👫

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Hi fellow travelers,

I’m looking for a travel companion—it’s always more fun and cheerful with two! I’m planning to head to China, specifically the Hunan, Guizhou, and Guangxi regions, exploring countryside, historic cities, beautiful landscapes, and of course, connecting with locals. I’ve traveled in China before, and the visa is still free this year. I use local transport like buses and trains. I travel light and can adapt easily. I can leave in April or May, depending on your availability and flight prices. There’s no obligation to share a double room or spend every day together—communication and respect for each other’s choices are key. If you’re interested, feel free to DM me to chat about how we’d travel, the itinerary, and our past experiences!

Would a cool, cultured, open-minded senior or retiree be up for visiting China with me? The organized tour is still undecided (but I have a few suggestions) – dates for 2025 or 2026 are also still open (we can discuss). I’m Belgian, but that doesn’t matter. Your nationality doesn’t matter either—even if you’re French... My email is miiikiii(at)hotmail.com Michel, or Mickey, or Mikii... take your pick

Hi there, I’m planning to go to China this autumn and I’d love to find travel partners who’ve already been to the country at least once—people who already know how things work in China. Even though I’ve traveled a lot, I don’t feel ready to go on an adventure for my first trip to China without some company. If you’re interested, feel free to get in touch.

Retired Franco-Brazilian academic couple living in Brazil. We’ll be traveling for 40 days along the Silk Road, from Beijing (arriving on 08/31/25) to Samarkand (returning to Brazil via Europe on 10/9/25), also passing through Kyrgyzstan. We’re looking for up to 4 other people to share the trip and costs—around 5500 € per person, all-inclusive except for international flights.

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