What should I set up first after arriving in Nanjing?

Stabilize transport to hotel, then complete payment and connectivity setup before major sightseeing.

Is backup cash still necessary if mobile payment works?

Yes. A small cash backup reduces risk when app or network issues happen.

Use a short first-day route, avoid overpacking, and prioritize practical setup tasks first.

Yes. Late arrivals need a different day-one sequence with rest-first logic.

Validate payment and app readiness before departure to avoid high-friction arrival problems.

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Secure transport, check in, and complete payment + internet setup before sightseeing.

Only one light stop is recommended to avoid exhaustion.

Yes. Morning and late-night arrivals need different first-day structures.

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