See China like a local — with a local
Expert city guides and real local companions across 6 cities. Plan free, book everything on WhatsApp.
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City-by-city routes across China. Tap any guide to learn more.
FeaturedBeijing In-Depth Travel Guide
A 6-day, 5-night royal route with no wasted steps — Forbidden City booking secrets, off-peak Great Wall tips, and hutong eateries locals love.
Shanghai City Wandering Guide
Plane-tree district walking maps + a Bible of Bund photo spots + a complete list of Shanghainese food from shengjian to crab-xiaolong.
NewChengdu Slow-Living Guide
Best times to see the pandas, a map of hole-in-the-wall hotpot joints, and a one-day loop to Dujiangyan & Mount Qingcheng.
Xi'an Past-and-Present Guide
Pitfall-free Terracotta Army route, best city-wall cycling stretch, and what to eat on Muslim Quarter vs Yongxing Square.
Hangzhou West Lake Guide
A walking + boat loop of West Lake's Ten Scenes, where to pick Longjing tea, and how to choose between Xitang / Wuzhen water towns.
NewDali Wind-Flower-Snow-Moon Guide
Erhai Lake drive / cycling routes, Cangshan hiking entrances, and where to stay between the old town, Caicun and Shuanglang.
Meet your local companion
Across 6 cities, real locals are ready to walk the day with you.
DESTINATIONS
Six cities, six local crews
WHY AURUM
Travel China without the friction
6 cities covered
Beijing to Dali, with guides and companions in each.
Real local companions
ID-verified locals who speak your language.
WhatsApp, no middleman
Plan and book directly — we never hold your money.
Free custom plan
Tell us your style; we build the route around you.
HOW IT WORKS
Three steps to your China trip
Pick a city
Browse guides or explore companions by city.
Plan free
Use the 4-step wizard or just message us.
Book on WhatsApp
Agree the plan and price, then enjoy China.
Your China trip starts with a message
Tell us where you're going — we'll match you with a local companion.