China Focus Travel - Fully Escorted Tours

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is your normal group size?
When is the best time, weather-wise, to travel to China?
What type of clothing should I pack for my trip?
Is there a restroom on the bus?
When will I receive my final package (finalized itinerary, hotel info, tour badge, luggage tags, tickets, etc.)?
Do I need any inoculations prior to departing for China?
What restrictions are there for bringing my prescription medication and/or vitamins to China?
If I choose to purchase travel insurance and wish to use Travelex, how do I sign up with them?
How are seats assigned on Air China?
What if I am a vegetarian or allergic to certain foods?
How do I earn frequent flyer mileage with Air China?
Air China is part of the Star Alliance program. What does that mean?
Can I earn Star Alliance mileage flying on Air China?
What is the baggage allowance per person?
What forms of currency should I bring and is it necessary to exchange for Chinese currency ahead of time?
Should I contact my bank or credit card company about my travel plans?
What is the best way to communicate with family and friends while in China?
I plan to bring equipment (camera, laptop, etc.) that needs to be charged, do I need adapters and or converters?
Do devices convert the current automatically?
Do any of the hotels provide a hair dryer in the room?
Do any of the hotels offer laundry services?
How do I request for a non-smoking room at all the hotels on my tour?
Can I drink water straight from the tap in China?
Do I need a visa to enter China? How do I know if I need a single entry or a double entry visa?
What if I want to deviate from the tour?
What is considered a deviation?
Do you offer land only packages?
Do you sell air tickets or air and hotel packages only?
Can I depart earlier than the rest of my group or extend my stay in China after the tour?
Do you work with travel agents?
Will I get sick from the altitude in Lhasa, Tibet?
Are there oxygen bottles available for purchase in Tibet?

What if I want to deviate from the tour?

If you choose to deviate from the set itinerary on our tours, there will be a deviation fee for changing your date of departure and/or return. . . Please contact our office for more details.