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Whilst in Shanghai get up early and watch the silent agile movements of the Shanghainese as they practise the ancient art of Tai Chi. Then head over to the Yu Garden Bazaar for a delicious breakfast of steamed dumplings – try the delicious Nanxiang dumplings stuffed with pork and dipped into vinegar and ginger.
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China Holidays
Places of Interest in China
- Beijing
- Guilin
- Hong Kong
- Shanghai
- Sichuan Province
- Silk Road
- Tibet
- Xian
- Yangtze River Three Gorges
- Yunnan
About China
Ancient and modern clash full on in China from the powerhouse that is Shanghai to spiritual Lhasa. Don't even think about covering it all in one visit so take advice and select what interests you. Beijing is a must with the exquisite Forbidden City and mighty Tiananmen Square at its heart. Futuristic Shanghai skyline looks down on gems of gardens and European architecture on the waterfront Bund and competes with the high-rises of Hong Kong clustered around its stunning harbour.
Discover timeless China with the limestone islets of Guilin, ancient streets in Yangshou and the heavenly gardens of Suzhou. To be truly inspired walk a section of the mind-boggling Great Wall and wonder at the skill of the artisans who crafted Xian's Terracotta Army. For nature at its best sail through the stunning Yangtze Gorges and admire the handiwork of man as you pass the formidable Yangtze dam.
China is rich in diversity and in the west discover the ancient oasis towns along the Silk Road with their colourful markets, the everlasting wildness of the Tibetan plateau and its monasteries once again populated by monks, the rugged mountains and ethnic minorities of Yunnan Province and the iconic panda in Szechuan Province. And that is only the beginning...
China City Breaks
Enjoy an unforgettable stay in the vibrant and sparkling city of Hong Kong. This city break includes return flights with British Airways, three nights accommodation with breakfast, a half-day orientation tour of the city, a welcome kit and airport transfers.
from £1080
per person
per person
China Group Tours
This tour is on board a private train that our local partners operate from Moscow to Beijing and vice versa. The train is of a considerably higher quality than the working trains, with all meals and comprehensive sightseeing included.
Featured Itinerary
from £3970
per person
per person
This Trans-Siberian Railway tour allows you to see and experience the highlights of this famed route such as Moscow, Lake Baikal and the Mongolian steppe.
from £1850
per person
per person
Experience the iconic Trans-Siberian journey in style aboard the Tsar’s Gold private train. All of your accommodation, rail tickets, transfers, sightseeing and meals are taken care of, leaving you free to enjoy the journey in comfort.
from £4845
per person
per person
China Individual Tours
A great introduction to China starting in Beijing, travelling to Xian to view the amazing Terracotta Warriors and of course sampling the delicious dumpling dinner. You also sail down the majestic Yangtze before ending in Shanghai.
Featured Itinerary
from £1270
per person
per person
This is our most popular itinerary on the Trans-Siberian, allowing you to see and experience the highlights of such a trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway - Lake Baikal and the Mongolian steppe.
Featured Itinerary
from £1565
per person
per person
The ultimate in armchair travel! Watch the world go by from the comfort of your compartment. The ideal way to link continents as part of an epic overland journey.
Price TBC
This unique 13-day tour covers some of China’s most gorgeous natural treasures as well its finest examples of classical, Imperial-era architecture, includes sights such as the garden city of Suzhou and the distinctive karst peaks of Guilin.
Price TBC
Enjoy a magical weekend in Beijing on this brand new individual tour for 2012. Beijing, China’s capital and second largest city, is a truly astonishing city that enchants, enlightens and entertains at every turn. On this tour, explore the iconic...
from £220
per person
per person
Why not add our 3 night China package on the end of your Trans-Siberian Railway tour? Our package includes a full day sightseeing tour of Beijing.
from £230
per person
per person
On this new individual tour to China, experience some of the country's most famous and fascinating sights from the Forbidden City to the Great Wall to Shanghai as well as enjoy a 3 night cruise sailing down the majestic Yangtze River and its famed Three...
from £299
per person
per person
Discover the essence of China on this new individual tour, visiting some of the greatest sights in and around Beijing including the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square and the Ming Tombs as well as Shanghai and Suzhou.
from £510
per person
per person
An 8-day tour of China taking in its most popular sights including the imperial splendours of Beijing, the Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an and the fascinating metropolis of Shanghai.
from £795
per person
per person
Discover China’s most culture-packed region on our Highlights of Yunnan Province tour. With a wild and varied landscape housing some of China’s most important historical sites, Yunnan makes for an evocative and unforgettable travel experience.
from £1185
per person
per person
This individual tour to Tibet visits the most significant sacred sites of one of the most isolated regions of Asia, as well as experiencing a journey on the train to the 'Roof of the World'.
from £1275
per person
per person
Our Gardens of China tour takes you to some of the country’s most resplendent parks and green spaces. Visit the famous gardens of Suzhou, the magnificent karst scenery of Guilin, the extraordinary rice terraces of Longshen and much more besides.
from £1695
per person
per person
This tour of the old Silk Road has been meticulously planned by our travel experts to show you the most essential sights on this historic route. Take an unforgettable journey through some of China’s oldest and culturally significant towns and cities.
from £2510
per person
per person
Our extended 22-day China Silk Road tour will take you on a comprehensive and unforgettable journey through some of China’s most historically important trading cities and fascinating ancient sites dotted along this ancient and venerated route.
from £3190
per person
per person
China Railway Holidays
This tour is on board a private train that our local partners operate from Moscow to Beijing and vice versa. The train is of a considerably higher quality than the working trains, with all meals and comprehensive sightseeing included.
Featured Itinerary
from £3970
per person
per person
This Trans-Siberian Railway tour allows you to see and experience the highlights of this famed route such as Moscow, Lake Baikal and the Mongolian steppe.
from £1850
per person
per person
Experience the iconic Trans-Siberian journey in style aboard the Tsar’s Gold private train. All of your accommodation, rail tickets, transfers, sightseeing and meals are taken care of, leaving you free to enjoy the journey in comfort.
from £4845
per person
per person
China Cruises
On this new individual tour to China, experience some of the country's most famous and fascinating sights from the Forbidden City to the Great Wall to Shanghai as well as enjoy a 3 night cruise sailing down the majestic Yangtze River and its famed Three...
from £299
per person
per person
This luxury cruise takes you on a journey down China’s iconic Yangtze River through the mighty Three Gorges - Xiling, Qutang and Wu. Stopping at sights such as the breathtaking Three Gorges Dam and the ancient ‘spirit town’ of Fengdu, this...
from £890
per person
per person
This luxury cruise takes you on a journey down China’s iconic Yangtze River through the mighty Three Gorges - Xiling, Qutang and Wu. Stopping at sights such as the breathtaking Three Gorges Dam and the ancient ‘spirit town’ of Fengdu, this...
from £890
per person
per person
This fun-packed luxury family cruise takes you on a memorable journey down China’s iconic Yangzte River through the mighty Three Gorges - Xiling, Qutang and Wu.
from £1925
per person
per person
