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Popular Routes

There are common travel routes in China which take in the major sights. If and how you follow it depends on your time, interests and budget.

Beijing Xi'an Shanghai

Following this route you will first see the capital of Beijing with its historic sights such as the Great Wall and the Forbidden City. We recommend 3 to 5 full days. Then you fly or take the overnight train to Xi'an and see the Terracotta Warriors, the old city wall and other sights if you wish. One or two nights at most in Xi'an. Then fly or train to Shanghai where you see China's most modern city. Two nights in Shanghai is a good amount of time. With this itinerary you can internationally fly into Beijing and out of Shanghai. The route can also be reversed.

Other routes generally add onto this plan. We can custom tailor an itinerary for you. Popular add ons include:



Guilin & Yangshuo (1 to 3 nights) - Guilin is a big city which is crowded with Chinese tourists. We recommend either spending 1 night or entirely bypassing Guilin and going straight from the airport the the country town of Yangshuo. Great for seeing the countryside, Yangshuo offers a break from big cities. You can do bamboo river rafting, hiking, caving and biking. An excellent family destination.

Hong Kong (1 to 3 nights) - You can fly in or out of Hong Kong as one end of your journey. Hong Kong is about triple the cost of traveling in mainland China so if you are on a budget then be wary. Hong Kong is actually very easy to tour on your own as English is widely spoken, so if you are well traveled you may be satisfied to discover Hong Kong on your own and then just fly into China to begin your tour.

Yangtze River Cruise (3 or 4 nights) - See the scenery of the mountains and the three gorges dam. While popular if you have seen magnificent scenery in your life you may not be so moved by it.

Tibet (3 - 14 nights) - certainly a unique and colorful destination, it is sometimes closed without warning by the Chinese government due to unrest. However its quite safe for tourists and a great family destination.


Destinations

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China tours
2 Days CNY 840
This Beijing two day tour takes you on the highlights of the city and out of town to one of the better sections of the Great Wall. As with all our tours we offer superior guides, no commission shopping stops, meals in local restaurants and free bottled water in the vehicle. There are no hidden or extra costs, we even include the cable car tickets up at the wall and a free option to come down on a...

Beijing
China tours
3 Days CNY 2,115
This Beijing three day tour takes you on the highlights of the city and out of town to one of the better sections of the Great Wall. As with all our tours we offer superior guides, no commission shopping stops, meals in local restaurants and free bottled water in the vehicle. There are no hidden or extra costs, we even include the cable car tickets up at the wall and a free option to come down...

Beijing
China tours
1 Day CNY 2,950
This tour takes you from Beijing to Xi'an and back to Beijing in one long day. If you are short on time then this tour is for you. If you have more time then we recommend at least one night in Xi'an. Let us know if you would like this itinerary customized.

Beijing → Xi'an → Beijing
China tours
3 Days CNY 4,840
If you have just a few days in port and want to see both Beijing and the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an then this tour is right for you. We include a accommodation and flights to make a complete package. We can change the hotel if you have a preference. Flights are quoted at a discount and the final flight price will depend on the discount available from the airlines when you pay your...

Beijing → Xi'an → Beijing
China tours
1 Day CNY 560
This tour begins and ends at your hotel in Shanghai. Tongli is one of the most authentic and picturesque water towns outside Shanghai. It is a little over 1 hour to drive there. After walking through the narrow lanes and having a canal cruise you continue on to Suzhou. In Suzhou you will see the Humble Administrator's Garden, one of the most famous there. Suzhou is also famous for its...

Shanghai → Water Towns → Suzhou → Shanghai
China tours
3 Days CNY 3,910
This 3-day Hangzhou tour gives you a taste of one of the most popular travel destinations in China along with a unique Ayurvedic Spa experience. You will stoll the old streets of the city and the famed tea plantations just outside of town. Afterwards, visit the West Lake, one of China's most treasured UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore the area by bike before late-afternoon boating on the...

Hangzhou
China tours
1 Day CNY 390
When your cruise ship docks in Xiamen, this is an economical no shopping tour to see the city highlights. Join up with other passengers on your cruise ship to bring the price down, the more guests the lower the per person price.

Xiamen
China tours
14 Days CNY 12,250
This tour goes to some of China's most iconic locations, the highlight being the Yangtze river cruise. We offer the Century cruise line in this itinerary, a five star ship we feel offers great quality at a reasonable price. Depending on your travel schedule and preferences we can adjust the ship selection, please work with our agent to finalize the best choice for you. We do not include...

Hong Kong → Guilin → Li River Cruise → Yangshuo → Chongqing → Yangtze River Cruises → Yichang → Shanghai → Beijing
China tours
1 Day CNY 530
Everyone comes to Shanghai to see China's modern metropolis. Yet, across from the impressive skyline is a city packed with some of China's most fascinating history. In this tour, you will experience Shanghai's as a city divided by Western powers, a safe haven for refugees and a hotbed for revolutionary writers. Spend the day wandering the city's small lanes, marvel at the...

Shanghai
China tours
3 Days
See the highlights of Lijiang without cutting corners. We give you free time to explore the pedestrian streets of Shuhe and Lijiang to shop and dine. As there are many interesting and accessible cafes and restaurants in Lijiang, we have not included most meals. Its a chance to try some cuisine according to your taste and budget. The cultural shows of the Naxi people are featured in the...

Lijiang
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