What it is
A single, final price that covers nearly everything listed in the itinerary. Ideal for travellers who want transparent costs and minimal surprises.
What “All-Inclusive” typically includes
- Accommodation for the itinerary nights (room type clearly stated).
- Daily meals as specified (for example: breakfast + two meals on excursion days).
- Ground transport: airport transfers, daily transport in itinerary (private or shared as described).
- Entrance fees & activities listed in the itinerary (museum tickets, guided tours, workshop fees).
- Local guide & driver costs for the scheduled days.
- Domestic taxes & service charges related to the itinerary.
- Basic travel insurance only if explicitly stated — we will note whether it’s included or recommended.
- Planning & customer support: pre-trip consultation and in-trip assistance (hours/days covered will be stated).
What is usually not included (we always make these explicit)
- International flights and visas.
- Personal expenses (shopping, laundry unless stated).
- Meals not specified in the itinerary, room mini-bar, optional excursions outside the plan.
- Upgrades (suite upgrades, private chauffeur beyond scheduled hours) and single-room supplement unless the booking selected single occupancy.
Price composition (shown on the page/quote)
- Base package price (per person)
- Single-room supplement (if any)
- Optional upgrades/add-ons with prices (private guide day, private vehicle, extra nights)
- Taxes & service fee (if applied separately)
Booking & refund policy
- Clear deposit amount and final payment deadline.
- Refund & change policy tied to supplier rules; we show a simple table with deadlines (full refund up to 30 days, 50% 15–29 days, none <14 days), plus any exceptions for peak events.
Why travellers like it
- One-stop clarity — fewer surprise costs.
- Easier budgeting (great for first-time visitors or packaged gift purchases).
Best practices we use (and will show to customers)
- Prominently display “What’s included / What’s not included” on every package page.
- Show example budgets (e.g., “Typical extra spending: USD 50–100 per person for snacks & optional meals”).
- Offer a printable PDF itinerary + price sheet for group approvals.
Q: Is tipping required in China?
A: Tipping is not a common practice in mainland China. Most restaurants, tour guides, and drivers do not expect tips. High-end hotels or international chain restaurants may sometimes add a service charge automatically to the bill, which will be clearly indicated on the bill. If guests voluntarily wish to express gratitude to tour guides or drivers, offering a small amount of cash or leaving a positive review is a personal choice. However, this is not mandatory or a customary practice. We will specify in the itinerary whether "service charges are included or additional tipping is recommended".