Create beautiful travel memories with the once-in-a-lifetime journey. Visit China’s vibrant cities, discover the natural beauties, meet the adorable giant pandas, enjoy cruising on Yangtze River, and be nourished in the holy Tibet.
From city to country to holy heights, this wonderful tour of China’s many elements bring you the real experience and lifetime memories. Take in the vibrant cities when you visit Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing and Shanghai. Relax and wonder at the beauty of the Yangtze and all it offers in history, symbolism and the unrelenting forward movement of a nation focused forward. Marvel at China’s best-known animal, the fun-loving panda. Be humbled by the energy and spirit of Tibet and its unique and beautiful culture.
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Start the adventure in Beijing, China’s capital and home to incredible feats of design, enterprise and culture. Check Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Great Wall – and more – off your bucket list. Speed your way to Xi’an on one of the latest cross-country bullet trains, and en route, see how the country continues to evolve in every corner. In Xi’an, you’ll come face to face with the world’s largest underground army. A sight to behold, the Terracotta Army is both impressive and humbling, particularly when you learn of the careful detail that is part of every figure. Once the starting point of the Silk Road, Xi’an is the ideal gateway for you to travel to Lhasa in Tibet. Be inspired by the energy, spirit and endurance of this unique and beautiful culture which is demonstrated in the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Norbulingka, and Sera Monastery. In Chengdu, spend some quality time with the gorgeous giant pandas and enjoy the memorable panda volunteer experience. Discover the unique landscapes, creative architecture and local culture in Chongqing before cruising for three incredible days on the majestic Yangtze River. Complete the tour with two days in Shanghai, where there’s time to immerse yourself in the full history and culture of this cosmopolitan city.
A truly special tour that includes all 16 days four and five star hotel and onboard accommodation, in-country transfers, daily breakfasts and other meals as specified, delightful local guides who care, and so much more, there’s every reason to make turn this vacation into your very own beautiful travel memory.
Be amazed and inspired by the grandeur of China’s history, culture, natural wonders, and adorable giant pandas. Experience and explore real China.
Enjoy all dimensions of China with the 17-day tour integrating new and ancient capitals, Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, as well as the natural beauty of China in Guilin and Yangshuo, relaxed Chengdu, unique Chongqing, cute pandas, and the Li and Yangtze Rivers. Experience the contrast of China’s accelerated pace on the bullet train and the slower tempo of river cruising.
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Kick off your tour in Beijing and visit imperial monuments of importance: the Summer Palace, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Great Wall, and more. Make your way to Xi’an by bullet train, enjoying the journey as well as arrival in this lively city where you will come face to face with the world’s largest underground army. Prepare yourself for a bucket list highlight: giant pandas in Chengdu. Move on to Guilin and enjoy the natural beauty of Li River and Yangshuo. Discover the unique landscapes, creative architecture and local culture in Chongqing. Slow things down with three unforgettable days on the Yangtze and then finish your trip of a lifetime in Shanghai, a mesmerizing fusion of old and new.
With everything needed to create beautiful travel memories, this China tour includes all in-country transfers, 16 nights hotel/onboard accommodation, daily breakfast, bullet train travel, Yangtze River cruise, local friendly guides and drivers in every destination, airport transfers, in-country flights as specified and much more, the only thing to make this tour better is you! Book today.
Discover the beauty and contrast of China’s history, culture, natural wonders and enjoy cruising the magnificent Yangtze River.
This 15-day tour really does introduce the very best China has to offer. Venture deep into China’s ancient and modern capitals, Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai, where you’ll find a blend of ancient history mixed with contemporary China. Travel at speeds up to 300 kilometres per hour on one of China’s newest bullet trains. Appreciate the stunning natural scenery and the bright minority culture found in and around Guilin, discover the unique urban layout and architecture in Chongqing before cruising in relaxing style along the Yangtze.
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Start your tour in Beijing and visit bucket list items: The Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and the Great Wall. Travel by bullet train to Xi’an, where you will come face to face with the world’s largest underground army. Visit Guilin and cruise along the Li River with its poetically inspiring scenery until you reach Yangshuo where you’ll have an opportunity to experience local life. Discover the unique landscapes, creative architecture and local culture in Chongqing before cruising for three incredible days on the majestic Yangtze River. Closeout your tour with a visit to the Pearl of the Orient, Shanghai. Beautifully blending contemporary with tradition, you’ll find much to admire in the Yuyuan Garden, and the Former French Concession, forming just some of the highlights you’ll visit.
Inclusive of all hotel and onboard accommodation (four and five star), all transfers, daily breakfasts, and other meals as specified, knowledgeable, local and friendly guides in every destination, and much more, this is a China tour adventure worthy of beautiful travel memories.
Visit China’s ancient and modern capitals of Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. Experience Sichuan’s hospitality in Chengdu and Chongqing. Meet the adorable giant pandas and enjoy cruising on Yangtze River.
Savour every moment of this perfectly paced tour of China. Absorb the highlights of Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, enjoy a truly unique panda experience and wonderful food in Chengdu, explore the unique urban layout of the mega city Chongqing, and be amazed and surprised by the Yangtze River’s natural beauty, with its seemingly sky-high gorges, turquoise green water and numerous culturally significant sites. The adventure begins in bustling Beijing where you will explore the iconic landmarks like the Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven. Travel by bullet train to Xi’an, you will come face to face with the world’s largest underground army. Prepare yourself for the memorable panda volunteer experience when you meet the giant pandas in Dujiangyan Panda Base. Discover the unique landscapes, creative architecture and local culture in Chongqing. Spend three incredible days cruising the Yangtze River aboard a stylish river boat and sense the enchantment of the impressive gorges, mountains, and surrounding terrain that has inspired poets, philosophers and artists for millennia. Explore Shanghai old and new, walking The Bund, exploring Yuyuan Garden, and Sinan Road in the Former French Concession.
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This classic China tour includes all in-country transfers, 13 nights hotel and onboard accommodation, daily breakfast, Yangtze River cruise, high speed train travel, fully guided tour with driver transport, airport transfers, and more!
On this tour prepare to be amazed by the sheer scale and complexity of ancient and modern Chinese engineering wonders as you explore re-discovered artifacts, experience the cultural diversity of the Great Mosque and cruise the pulsing life blood of China, the Yangtze River, with its spectacular scenery.
Combine the best that Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, and Taipei have to offer and cruise the magnificent Yangtze River along the way
Witness the contrast of China’s old and new in Beijing, Xi’an, Chongqing, Shanghai and Taipei as you visit sights of great historical and cultural significance. In Beijing, grab your bucket list, because you can tick off serious highlights: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and the Great Wall. Up the ante when you jump aboard one of China’s newest bullet trains and travel to Xi’an at speeds up to 300 kilometers per hour. Lively and lovely, Xi’an will surprise and delight with its more relaxed vibe, delicious food, and diverse cultural influences found in places like Muslim Quarter, the Great Mosque, and Xi’an Ancient City Wall. In the booming mega city of Chongqing, you will explore the unique layout, creative architecture, local culture, and the stunning views. Enjoy three nights cruising the Yangtze River between Chongqing and Yichang. Stand in awe of the commanding views that encompass the spectacular gorges found on route, including Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Capitalize on the chance to go ashore and visit historically significant sites along the way.
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Disembark and travel to Shanghai for a sensational finale to the tour. Take in both the modern and ancient in this bustling metropolis that has blended its cultural influences with Chinese heritage in highlights like The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, and more. Make a final stop in Taipei and be impressed by its distinctly different history. With all four or five star hotels and onboard accommodation, daily breakfasts and other meals as indicated, transfers, local guides included, you’ll be inspired to add on optional activities to make this a complete and memorable China tour experience.
Your own private courtyard room at the Summer Palace. Exclusive access to exhibitions of rare treasures. Picnicking on the Jinshanling Great Wall. A sampan boat ride through exquisite Shennong Stream. These are just a few of the remarkable experiences you’ll enjoy on this luxury China tour. From the pomp and ceremony of the Forbidden City to the lively vibe of Xi’an and Shanghai, this 12 day tour is the chance to travel China in total style.
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Arrive in Beijing for nearly five days of relaxed touring. Check off your bucket list, visiting Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall (Jinshanling Section), and more. Find inspiration and beauty at the Summer Palace when you overnight there at the exclusive boutique Aman Hotel. Immerse yourself in Xi’an’s lively energy and feel the power that continues to emanate from the Terracotta Army. Change tempo when you board the 5 star Yantzi Explorer and cruise this remarkable river, going ashore to delve into key points of interest along the way: Baiheliang Underwater Museum and Shennong Stream among them. Shanghai is the final stop on this luxury adventure and your time here will surprise and delight. Visit iconic landmarks like Yuyuan Garden and the Bund, but discover a totally different side to Shanghai – and indeed, China – when you enjoy a private dining experience in a 1930s colonial villa and then watch in awe at the acrobatic prowess of local artists who showcase their skills in a spectacular show of performance arts. Inclusive of all 11 nights luxury accommodation in every destination and onboard the Yangzi Explorer, a thoughtfully curated selection of exquisite dining and cultural experiences, 24/7 access to our Luxury Tour Advantage service, wonderful local guides who are passionate about their work, all transfers in Mercedes Benz vehicles as specified, and so much more, this is a tour for those with uncompromising taste in travel.
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Journey to Chengdu for a special adventure working as a panda keeper, then cruise the Yangtze River in style.
If you think pandas are cute, wait until you meet them in person working as a panda keeper at the world renowned Dujiangyan Panda Base. Follow the daily routine of the pandas and learn why people travel the world over to be with these beautiful creatures. Add to your Chengdu experience with a walk down local food and craft precinct, Jinli Street before traveling to Chongqing where you’ll embark on a relaxing three day river cruise along the Yangtze. Be impressed by the natural wonder of magnificent gorges, ancient ruins, idyllic mountainous countryside, and resilience of local people whose lives centre around the river. Finish your tour in Yichang where you can learn about the way the Three Gorges Dam has changed the significance of the Yangtze to so many. Including all accommodation (including onboard), English-speaking guides, all onboard meals and daily breakfasts in Chengdu, and the opportunity to experience two very special China experiences, you’ll appreciate the thoughtful way this tour has been curated. Ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime? Let’s take you there!
Two of China’s most vibrant cities and a majestic Yangtze River cruise and you have the best of both worlds: iconic historical and cultural highlights balanced by glorious natural landscapes on the world’s second longest river.
Immerse yourself in the excitement of Hong Kong. Spend a half day exploring Victoria Peak, Repulse Bay and Stanley Market. Even get out on the harbor itself at Aberdeen Fishing Village. Create your own Hong Kong adventure as you make the most of free time in this dynamic city that never stops. Board your 4-star rated Yangtze River Cruise from Chongqing and spend the next three relaxing onboard enjoying onboard dining, tai chi classes, entertainment, and more. Take in the incredible landscapes that make this cruise special: Wu Gorge, Qutang Gorge and Small Three Gorges. Go ashore along the way to visit sites of cultural significance, like Fengdu Ghost City and Shibaozhai. As evenings approach, enjoy tranquil sunsets and drink on the top deck. Dock in Yichang and then travel to Shanghai. Learn why this multicultural city is the Pearl of the Orient. Enjoy the diverse history found in the Shanghai Museum, walk the Bund and sense the influence of colonial heritage, and wander the Yuyuan Gardens to understand the commercial pedigree of Shanghai that endures today. With many more highlights included on this wonderful escape, you’ll appreciate the thoughtfully curated selection of centrally located four and five star hotels, daily breakfasts, all cruise meals, personal and enthusiastic bilingual guides who care, and transfers. Ready to escape? Let’s take you there.
Savor the highlights of China on this 12 day adventure. Start your tour in Shanghai, China’s Pearl of the Orient. Discover why this fabulous city has been a thriving commercial and multicultural hub for centuries. Relax and enjoy a three day change of pace as you ease along the Yangtze River, taking in the magnificent Wu Gorge and historical landmarks that punctuate China’s longest river. Spend a lively day in Xi’an, a stand out destination on the tour, with a visit to the Terracotta Army, the Great Mosque, and for foodies – a walk down Muslim Quarter. Round out your China highlights tour with time in Beijing, the country’s capital, exploring the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, an authentic hutong, and climbing the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. With four and five star hotel options available, daily breakfasts, local English speaking guides who are passionate about their country and work, and much more, you’ll wonder why you waited to visit China.
