3 DAYS
Ancient lanes · Lake mornings
The Dali
Escape
Illustrated coverEscape
Dali in 3 Days
Erhai Lake, Xizhou, the Ancient Town, Bai food and a practical rhythm for enjoying the area without rushing.
$14.99USD · digital guide
Yunnan travel, made wonderfully simple
Explore more.
Worry less.
Discover Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La with thoughtfully made English-language travel guides, clear local advice and the confidence to explore China independently.
Made for curious travelers who value comfort, culture and a little spontaneity.
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A little local know-how goes a long way.✿
✓ Helpful English instructions
✓ Thoughtful daily pacing
✓ Chinese names and transport tips
Choose your adventure
One beautiful region. Three ways to explore.
Choose the journey that fits your time and travel style. Each guide is one beautifully organized, easy-to-use digital itinerary filled with practical advice for exploring independently.
5 DAYS
Lakes to ancient towns
Dali &
Lijiang
Illustrated coverLijiang
Dali + Lijiang in 5 Days
From easygoing lakeside villages to atmospheric old streets, with rail connections and an optional mountain day.
$17.99USD · digital guide
7 DAYS
Four destinations · One journey
Yunnan
in a Week
Illustrated coverin a Week
Yunnan in 7 Days
Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La—highland landscapes, cultural highlights, altitude notes and smart transfers.
$22.99USD · digital guide
Our initial covers are editorial illustrations. We’ll add original destination photographs and preview pages before guide purchases open. Each guide is sold as one digital PDF.
Want extra help? Browse a guide first; optional support can be added in your Payhip cart when those services are available. Checkout and service scheduling are managed securely by Payhip.
Details that really help
Less figuring things out. More enjoying your trip.
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Understand the train journey
Practical Trip.com booking steps, station navigation and advice on staffed gates when passport scanning doesn't work.
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Show, don't just pronounce
Chinese destination names and driver-friendly phrases, plus explanations of DiDi's pickup-verification prompts.
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Know what deserves your time
Attractions, hotel areas, food, realistic day plans and alternative options when conditions don't cooperate.
Make the journey yours
Prefer a little personal help?
Personal itinerary planning, practical travel assistance, and three-day non-emergency travel support. Add-ons can be offered in Payhip’s cart once their listings and cross-sells are configured.
Custom itinerary planning
A plan made for your dates, interests, budget and preferred pace. Includes hotel-area suggestions, travel logistics and one round of changes.
Personal plans are produced by request; they are not instant downloads. We confirm scope and availability before payment.
Small add-ons, big relief
For the moments you'd rather have someone explain the process or help you prepare.
Train booking assistance$9
Transfer coordination$9
Attraction ticket assistance$8
Hotel shortlist + help$12
Restaurant request$7
App setup walkthrough$12
Arrival-Easy BundleTrain + transfer + attraction ticket assistance
$22Booking and coordination services will only be offered when the applicable business permissions or appropriately licensed partners are in place. Third-party charges are extra.
Extra reassurance while traveling
Travel Peace of Mind
$25
Three consecutive days of non-emergency travel-question support through WhatsApp or WeChat. For practical questions, navigating apps, understanding transport instructions or adjusting a plan.
Support hours: 8 AM–9 PM China Standard Time (UTC+8), with replies generally within one hour during those hours. This is not a 24-hour, emergency-response or live-guiding service. Service availability is confirmed before purchase.
From planning to exploring
Easy to choose. Easy to use.
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Choose your route
Select a ready-made guide that fits your vacation or inquire about a custom plan.
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Make it your own
Choose an optional custom itinerary or add practical travel support if you want extra help.
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Download & explore
Once sales open, digital guide buyers receive an instant PDF download and an email receipt.
The people behind the guides
Hi, we're Rob & Cherry.
We're an American–Chinese couple who believe traveling independently in China should feel exciting rather than intimidating.
Our goal is to combine clear English explanations, Chinese-language know-how and thoughtful itineraries that leave room for the unexpected little things that make travel memorable.
We’re building this collection with practical guidance and, before launch, real photography from the places you'll be exploring.
Authentic places. Local flavors. Easier travel.
Good to know
A few helpful answers
Are the guides tours with a guide accompanying us?
No. These are digital travel-planning guides designed for independent travelers. They are not escorted tours.
What will be included in my purchase?
A phone-friendly PDF with a day-by-day route, hotel and attraction advice, practical booking tips, transport guidance, local food ideas and key Chinese phrases. Tickets and hotel stays cost extra.
Can I buy a season-specific version?
For now, we offer one core edition of each itinerary. Seasonal editions may be added in the future; they are not included in current purchases.
What exactly is Travel Peace of Mind?
Three consecutive days of non-emergency help via WhatsApp or WeChat, from 8 AM to 9 PM China time. We generally reply within one hour during those hours. It is not emergency assistance or a 24-hour concierge.
Can you arrange tickets and hotels?
Some coordination services are planned, but will only become available once appropriate authorization or licensed-partner arrangements are confirmed. There are no third-party bookings included in the guide price.
How do I purchase a guide and add optional support?
Open your chosen guide, review everything included, then use the Payhip listing. When our add-on products and cross-sells are enabled, select Add to Cart on Payhip to see suggested support options before checkout. Availability of some services may be limited.
Let your journey begin
A more confident trip starts here.
Have a question about a route, a guide or our launch? We'd be happy to hear what you're planning.