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  1. What we ate in a WEEK biking through North China's barren landscapes
    32 min
    2026-10
    What we ate in a WEEK biking through North China's barren landscapesBiking Northern Gansu: Yugur Lunch, Tibetan Market Food and Desert RoadsIn the market of this area with a small Tibetan population, the creators found yak butter balls, mini prayer wheels and a shrine to the caterpillar fungus belieMushrooms seem to be a big thing at the local market. A portion cost 68 yuan, and although the creators are not mushroom fans, they found them pretty good, a biAutumn, ZhangyeSunanJiuquan / Gansu
  2. Americans in China | Exploring HIDDEN GEMS of Gansu with rednote
    11 min
    2026-08
    Americans in China | Exploring HIDDEN GEMS of Gansu with rednoteBike Tour to Qinghai | Exploring Hidden Gems of GansuStay at family-owned guesthouses with local character instead of generic hotels to support local businesses.Use RedNote to find lesser-known places, local foods, and honest travel reviews from real explorers.Summer, LanzhouLinxiaXining / Gansu
  3. Scamming Chinese Villagers for Free Food
    34 min
    2026-06
    Scamming Chinese Villagers for Free FoodBikepacking Rural China: Scamming for Food Hechizhen-NanningIgnore GPS routes and zoom in on small roads for a more scenic and peaceful bike ride through rural areas.Carry small gifts like dried tea leaves to trade for meals; locals are incredibly generous and will often give more than you expect.Summer, Nanning / Guangxi
  4. Chinese villagers react to meeting an American for the first time!
    29 min
    2026-06
    Chinese villagers react to meeting an American for the first time!Chinese Villagers Meet American First Time in Rural ChinaWhen in remote China, ignore online reviews. Instead, pick a restaurant by the crowd size—the busier, the better. The noodle shop with no menu was packed and deCarry a pen and paper in rural areas; not everyone has a smartphone. Katherine left her WeChat on a napkin for the wheelchair man, ensuring they could stay in tSummer, DingxiJingtaiLanzhou / Gansu
  5. Does your great-great-grandma need an iPad? This place has you covered! Adventures in north China~
    21 min
    2026-05
    Does your great-great-grandma need an iPad? This place has you covered! Adventures in north China~North China Market: iPads for Your Great-Great-GrandmaSmall caves with Buddha carvings are often unmarked and free to visit. They offer a quiet alternative to crowded sites, and Katherine finds one with dozens of aVisit an ancestor market to see paper offerings such as houses and cars. The market Katherine visits also sells massage chairs and other objects intended to be Spring, PingyangNingxia / Gansu
  6. Modern rural life in the remote ravines of Northwest China! Village backroad bike tour
    29 min
    2026-04
    Modern rural life in the remote ravines of Northwest China! Village backroad bike tourRural life and village backroad bike tour in Northwest ChinaTake village backroads instead of main roads for more interesting travel, even if they turn into dirt paths midway.Admire unique door art and guardian lions on rural homes—every inch of wall space is covered with murals in revitalized villages.Spring, Xi'anChunhuaShui / Shaanxi
  7. Chinese goat herder invites us to his 100 year old cave house to spend the night!
    30 min
    2025-12
    Chinese goat herder invites us to his 100 year old cave house to spend the night!Overnight at a Chinese Goat Herder's 100-Year-Old Cave HouseIn Shanxi, the Loess Plateau soil is so soft you can carve cave houses by hand, a traditional dwelling for centuries.Retro wicker thermoses keep boiled water warm all night, a common and charming feature in rural Chinese guesthouses.Winter, Linfen / Shanxi
  8. Everyday life & unique cuisine in ancient Chinese fortresses & temples! Real life time machine!
    43 min
    2025-12
    Everyday life & unique cuisine in ancient Chinese fortresses & temples! Real life time machine!Ancient Chinese Fortresses & Temples: Everyday Life & CuisineShanxi’s dry climate makes it one of the best provinces for exploring ancient architecture, as it prevents decay.Use a folding bike like the Dahon P8 to easily explore rural areas and transport it on trains or planes.Winter, TaiyuanPingyao / Shanxi
  9. CHINA BIKE TOUR GONE WRONG?? Caught off guard by winter in the remote northern mountains!
    32 min
    2025-11
    CHINA BIKE TOUR GONE WRONG?? Caught off guard by winter in the remote northern mountains!China Bike Tour: Winter Surprise in Remote Northern MountainIn Huiling, many services close early in the off-season. Book inns ahead and prepare for limited services during fall and winter. Katherine finds the region quiLocal innkeepers may offer extra help, such as driving visitors up a snowy mountain. Katherine’s innkeeper prepares breakfast and takes them uphill. Ask politelAutumn, HuilingTongliZhangjiakou / Inner Mongolia
  10. 2 different worlds, 5 minutes apart! Chinese & Mongolian border town life (in the middle of nowhere)
    31 min
    2025-10
    2 different worlds, 5 minutes apart! Chinese & Mongolian border town life (in the middle of nowhere)Chinese-Mongolian Border Town: Two Worlds 5 Minutes ApartWalk through neighborhoods and local parks on the Chinese side to see village-style houses, dried vegetables and government signs about health and national secuVisit the international trade mall, a smaller version of a Yiwu wholesale market. It offers products aimed at Mongolian customers, including prayer wheels and hAutumn, Erenhot / Inner Mongolia
  11. Nightlife in a tiny Chinese border town! A lot less boring than expected…
    23 min
    2025-08
    Nightlife in a tiny Chinese border town! A lot less boring than expected…Nightlife in a tiny Chinese border town Tour: lively night市场Helong has Korean China vibe near North Korea. Be prepared for locals to mistake you for Russian if you're not Asian.Marrying a US citizen does not guarantee an instant visa. Check spouse visa requirements early if planning a visit.Summer, HelongSongjiang / Jilin
  12. Xi’an street market tour!! Off the beaten path Chinese markets! 西安骑行偶遇记：赶大集了，西安版！
    16 min
    2024-12
    Xi’an street market tour!! Off the beaten path Chinese markets! 西安骑行偶遇记：赶大集了，西安版！Xi'an Street Markets: A Cycling AdventureExplore villages at the foot of the mountains and continue toward Xi’an city center. Katherine’s route includes a range of encounters and experiences, giving thStay open to trying food in small villages. Katherine found a homestay restaurant there, where the grandmother served local dishes; the stop gave her a chance tWinter, Xi'an / Shaanxi
  13. Random uncles in the park teach me valuable life skills 中国公园里的大爷教我宝贵的生活技能
    18 min
    2024-12
    Random uncles in the park teach me valuable life skills 中国公园里的大爷教我宝贵的生活技能Xi'an Bike Tour: Charming Encounters & Autumn SceneryXi’an’s parks are places to see residents’ daily exercise and social routines. Katherine joins a Kung Fu activity with sticks and finds participating more engagA bike ride can reveal alleyways and views of the misty mountains around Xi’an. Katherine rides a folding bike, but rain and cold change her plans, so be ready Winter, Xi'an / Shaanxi
  14. Summer in Zhejiang Province: a terrifying time to be outdoors! 梅雨季挑战骑250公里！
    15 min
    2024-06
    Summer in Zhejiang Province: a terrifying time to be outdoors! 梅雨季挑战骑250公里！Hangzhou Cycling Adventure: 250km Zhejiang Bike TourEncountering village youth offers a glimpse into rural Chinese life and their daily routines. It's a chance to see how people live outside of major cities and lGetting a haircut at a local village barber is a unique experience. It's a chance to interact with locals and observe a traditional aspect of their culture. Be Summer, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
  15. CHINA PART 4: XI'AN
    12 min
    2024-06
    CHINA PART 4: XI'ANXi'an City Wall Night Tour: A Millennial Traveler's China AdventureXi’an can feel cold even in autumn, so pack a jacket for outdoor walks along the city walls and through the streets.Plan at least four days to see all of Xi'an's highlights, from the Terracotta Army to the city walls.Summer, Xi'an / Shaanxi
  16. We found rural China's WILDEST nightlife! 在中国生活五年的我，终于遇到了最狂热的夜生活！
    17 min
    2024-03
    We found rural China's WILDEST nightlife! 在中国生活五年的我，终于遇到了最狂热的夜生活！Rural China Nightlife: Katherine's Unexpected AdventureBiking during Chinese New Year can mean quieter roads and a different experience. Katherine found the streets calm before the local celebrations began.At the temple, ask permission before touching the turtle made from rice bags. Locals regard this practice as a custom associated with good fortune.Spring, Zhangzhou / Fujian
  17. From quaint villages to beautiful beaches 🏻 FUJIAN BIKE TOUR! 从泉州的可爱村庄骑行到厦门的美丽海滩！
    11 min
    2024-03
    From quaint villages to beautiful beaches 🏻 FUJIAN BIKE TOUR! 从泉州的可爱村庄骑行到厦门的美丽海滩！Fujian Cycling Tour: Coastal Beaches & Quaint VillagesStarting a bike tour during Chinese New Year can be distinctive, as many shops and businesses may be closed. Be prepared for quieter streets and fewer people arWhen exploring rural areas on a bike, it's easy to get separated from your group. Stick together and communicate frequently to avoid getting lost in the maze ofSpring, QuanzhouXiamen / Fujian
  18. Biking paradise in Zhejiang, China Does it live up to the hype? 两千公里骑行中两个美景最难忘的经停点！
    11 min
    2023-09
    Biking paradise in Zhejiang, China Does it live up to the hype? 两千公里骑行中两个美景最难忘的经停点！Zhejiang Cycling Adventure: 2000km Bike TourVisit the bridge that is part of the Asian Games triathlon course. The event combines swimming, running and cycling, and Katherine takes a dip in the lake durinStop at the cycling stadium to watch professional cyclists and see their speed on the course. Katherine includes the stadium as one part of her longer ride throAutumn, HangzhouGendua / Zhejiang
  19. 1/3 of this city moved to Europe What's life actually like here? 这座城市1/3的人口移民海外了！留下来的人的生活到底怎么样？
    12 min
    2023-08
    1/3 of this city moved to Europe What's life actually like here? 这座城市1/3的人口移民海外了！留下来的人的生活到底怎么样？Qingtian, Zhejiang: Exploring Life After EmigrationA bike tour can be affected by road closures or construction. Katherine encounters changing routes, so having alternatives in mind can save time and help you coAreas undergoing urban renewal can reveal how a city is changing, but demolition and construction may bring hazards. Katherine sees older buildings being removeSummer, Lishui / Zhejiang
  20. Exploring the land of narrow alleyways and vibrant temples: Wenzhou 温州偶遇记 一生难忘的经历！
    11 min
    2023-08
    Exploring the land of narrow alleyways and vibrant temples: Wenzhou 温州偶遇记 一生难忘的经历！Wenzhou Cycling Adventure: Narrow Alleys & Vibrant TemplesWenzhou’s narrow alleys may offer limited views, but they provide shade from intense sun and show a distinctive feature of the city’s architecture. Explore themA walk or ride along Wenzhou’s canals offers a chance to hear frogs, see reeds, and observe water quality. Katherine notes improvements in the waterways and envSummer, Wenzhou / Zhejiang
  21. 40 days of biking through rural China: My Experience 我环浙江骑了2000多公里，近20年这里的变化到底有多大？
    7 min
    2023-07
    40 days of biking through rural China: My Experience 我环浙江骑了2000多公里，近20年这里的变化到底有多大？40-Day Cycling Adventure in Rural Zhejiang, ChinaOne of the biggest changes in Zhejiang over the past 20 years is that rivers are no longer treated as sewers. They are now pleasant places to be, unlike many deChina's environmental situation has greatly improved in the last 10-20 years, with significant reductions in river pollution.Summer, Zhejiang
  22. Urban swimming hole in the middle of a Chinese city of 9 million 人口900多万的大城市的水体，你敢不敢游？
    15 min
    2023-07
    Urban swimming hole in the middle of a Chinese city of 9 million 人口900多万的大城市的水体，你敢不敢游？Wenzhou Urban Swimming Hole: A Solo Cycling AdventureLook out for spontaneous stops such as the tea-tasting bus Katherine encounters. Unexpected meetings like this can introduce you to local people and add a distiTravel outside the city center to see the mountains around Wenzhou. The area offers mountain scenery and opportunities to meet local communities along the way.Summer, Wenzhou / Zhejiang
  23. If you visit China, avoid this snack at all costs... 我入乡随俗失败了！来浙江一定要远离这个食物。。。
    8 min
    2023-05
    If you visit China, avoid this snack at all costs... 我入乡随俗失败了！来浙江一定要远离这个食物。。。Zhejiang Cycling Adventure: Katherine's Unexpected Culinary MishapTry a local snack while cycling, even if its texture or appearance seems unusual. Katherine found the leather-like snack difficult to eat, but the tasting becamIf the opportunity is appropriate, visit a local school and speak with students or staff. Katherine's visit gave her a look at environmental education and commuSpring, YuyaoShengzhou / Zhejiang
  24. The Sights of Xi'an
    6 min
    2023-02
    The Sights of Xi'anXi'an Exploration: Terracotta Army & Ancient City WallsObserve the distinctive faces and hairstyles of each warrior, showcasing the individuality within the army. The level of detail is truly remarkable.Learn about the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, and his motivations for creating the Terracotta Army to guard him in the afterlife.Winter, Xi'an / Shaanxi
  25. Getting ready for CNY in rural China 和我一起买年货！
    9 min
    2023-01
    Getting ready for CNY in rural China 和我一起买年货！Rural China's Lunar New Year PreparationsDuring rural Chinese New Year visits, look for Nyan Hua, holiday goods such as decorations and edible gifts that may be local specialties. Katherine looks for lExplore rural areas by bike to see holiday preparations, decorations and quieter roads firsthand. Her ride passes suburbs, towns and villages as shops close andWinter, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
  26. House hunting in rural China 我的李子柒梦是不是终于可以实现了？？
    12 min
    2022-12
    House hunting in rural China 我的李子柒梦是不是终于可以实现了？？Rural China House Hunting: A Charming Village AdventureRenting or buying property in rural China can be difficult for non-locals because many villages are family-based communities. Local connections can help, and viYoung people are leaving many rural areas for cities, but opportunities for rural living may still appear unexpectedly. Katherine's house hunt begins with such Winter, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
  27. ISLAND LIFE: South China off the beaten path 海南农村人真热情！
    12 min
    2022-02
    ISLAND LIFE: South China off the beaten path 海南农村人真热情！Hainan Island Cycling: Off-the-beaten-path VillagesExplore the unique music scene in rural Hainan villages. Listen to the sounds of the countryside and notice the local music scene. Do not be afraid to strike upBe prepared for varied road conditions when cycling in rural areas. Some roads may be well-maintained, while others could be challenging. Consider carrying repaWinter, Haikou / Hainan
  28. My Mandarin is better than the locals… 我终于彻底体会到了在中国做外国人
    12 min
    2022-01
    My Mandarin is better than the locals… 我终于彻底体会到了在中国做外国人China Solo Bike Tour: A Hilarious Cultural AdventureAlways check the map carefully before embarking on a cycling route, especially in unfamiliar areas. Dirt roads can significantly slow your progress and may not Embrace the unexpected changes in terrain and road conditions. Sometimes, the most scenic routes take you through less-than-ideal conditions, but the rewards arWinter, Yong'anYiNingde / Guangdong
  29. EXPLORING TRADITIONAL SOUTH CHINESE VILLAGES 探索广东的传统农村
    13 min
    2022-01
    EXPLORING TRADITIONAL SOUTH CHINESE VILLAGES 探索广东的传统农村Guangdong Cycling Tour: Exploring Traditional VillagesTry Guangdong specialty 'jiaozi', a type of dumpling with various fillings, for a delicious local breakfast experience. It's a great way to start your day and eExplore the unique architectural style of Guangdong's traditional villages, many of which feature ponds in front of homes for feng shui purposes. Observe the blWinter, Yangjiang / Guangdong
  30. CHINA OFF THE BEATEN PATH 探索美丽中国
    11 min
    2021-11
    CHINA OFF THE BEATEN PATH 探索美丽中国Chengdu Cycling Adventure: Exploring Sichuan's CountrysideThe fall harvest is in full force in rural Chengdu, offering a unique visual spectacle of drying crops everywhere. Observe how locals utilize every available spExplore the unexpected sights and sounds of a rural noodle factory. Witness the traditional process of drying noodles under the sun, a picturesque scene that spAutumn, Chengdu / Sichuan
  31. ENCOUNTERS WITH INTERESTING STRANGERS 成都骑到雅安，四川的大爷大妈太好玩了！
    16 min
    2021-11
    ENCOUNTERS WITH INTERESTING STRANGERS 成都骑到雅安，四川的大爷大妈太好玩了！Chengdu to Ya'an Bike Trip: Sichuan's Rural CharmKatherine recommends brushing your teeth after every meal, or at least rinsing your mouth, to help prevent tooth decay and maintain a good first impression. ShePay attention to the surroundings during a bike ride. Katherine spots a praying mantis on the pavement and suggests taking time to enjoy small details along theAutumn, Chengdu / Sichuan
  32. 10K SUBSCRIBER SPECIAL Rural Chengdu/Chongzhou bike tour 90 km / 55 mi
    12 min
    2021-05
    10K SUBSCRIBER SPECIAL Rural Chengdu/Chongzhou bike tour 90 km / 55 miRural Sichuan Bike Tour: Chengdu & Chongzhou ExplorationHarvest activity can happen directly on rural roads, with grains being laid out to dry. Katherine encounters this during her ride, so stay alert and adjust yourA village focused on bamboo handicrafts can be especially active during holidays. Katherine visits during the Labor Day period and sees souvenirs and local busiSpring, ChongzhouChengdu / Sichuan
  33. Rural China BY BIKE springtime in the countryside around Chengdu
    7 min
    2021-03
    Rural China BY BIKE springtime in the countryside around ChengduChengdu Countryside Cycling: Springtime Bike AdventureBe brave and try street food, even if you're initially hesitant. You might discover new favorite dishes, like Katherine's shredded pork and green pepper bun.Visit local street markets for a distinctive cultural experience. You'll find everything from fresh produce and unusual snacks to everyday household items and tSpring, Chengdu / Sichuan
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