118 China vacations found
Shanghai to Hong Kong tour, discover China
Cities, wildlife, ancient history and rolling rice paddies.
From £2,255 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
China highlights tour, tailor made
Walk along the Great Wall and relax in the stunning LiRiver
From US $2,319 to US $2,719 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China vacation and Yangtze river cruise
A comprehensive China itinerary covering its length and breadth
From US $3,405 to US $3,625 19 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct
2020: 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr, 1 May, 22 May, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 9 Oct, 16 Oct
2020: 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr, 1 May, 22 May, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 9 Oct, 16 Oct
China and Japan vacation, Beijing to Tokyo
Incredible journey showcasing the best of two ancient cultures
From US $4,000 to US $5,399 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 11 Jan, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 17 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 4 Sep, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov
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Family vacation to China
Great Wall of China and Terracotta Warriors
From US $3,190 to US $3,380 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug
Essential China vacation
Encounter the essence of China
From US $2,890 to US $3,999 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 4 Nov, 16 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 24 Feb, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 24 Feb, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Dec
China highlights tour
Short culture-filled adventure in China
From US $1,510US $1,284 to US $1,740 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 7 Dec, 14 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 4 Jan, 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 8 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 6 Apr, 12 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 20 Apr, 21 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 9 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 23 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 1 Sep, 3 Sep, 5 Sep, 15 Sep, 18 Sep, 20 Sep, 8 Oct, 11 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov ...
2019: 4 Jan, 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 8 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 6 Apr, 12 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 20 Apr, 21 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 9 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 23 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 1 Sep, 3 Sep, 5 Sep, 15 Sep, 18 Sep, 20 Sep, 8 Oct, 11 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov ...
Up to US $230 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 26 Oct, 02 Nov, 09 Nov, 23 Nov, 07 Dec, 14 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 28 Dec, 04 Jan, 05 Jan, 12 Jan
Late availability on these dates: 26 Oct, 02 Nov, 09 Nov, 23 Nov, 07 Dec, 14 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 28 Dec, 04 Jan, 05 Jan, 12 Jan
Great Wall of China walking vacation
Trek along various contrasting sections of the wall
From US $1,475 to US $1,505 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 18 May, 27 Jul, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
Exciting family vacation in China
An exciting family holiday taking in the highlights of China
From US $2,013 to US $2,440 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Yunnan trekking vacation in China, tailor made
Off the beaten track trip
From US $1,997 to US $2,483 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China tailor made vacation, from Beijing to Shanghai
Highlights of China private tour from Beijing
From US $789 to US $1,929 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Yangshuo adventure vacation, China
Be active & adventurous, see Yangshuo's best!
From US $525 to US $990 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Tibet & China biking vacation
A Challenging cycle tour in China and the Tibetan Plateau.
From US $3,250 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 26 Aug, 11 Sep
China on a shoestring small group vacation
Experience the real China.
From US $2,900 to US $3,140 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct
2019: 31 Mar, 21 Apr, 12 May, 28 Jul, 1 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct
2019: 31 Mar, 21 Apr, 12 May, 28 Jul, 1 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct
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China culture & hiking vacation
A wonderful experience of real China
From US $2,830 to US $3,600 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China tailor made tour
A combination of metropolis and ancient gardens
From US $1,099 to US $3,349 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Yunnan tailor made vacation, China
Distinctive ethnic culture & Magnificent Tiger Leaping Gorge
From US $1,199 to US $1,499 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China Express adventure vacation
A fast-paced tour of Chinas highlights
From US $1,080 to US $1,549 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 28 Oct
2019: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 17 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 4 Sep, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov, 6 Dec, 18 Dec
2019: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 17 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 4 Sep, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov, 6 Dec, 18 Dec
Yunnan Meili trekking vacation in China
Explore the stunning landscapes of China's Yunnan province
From US $2,299 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 27 Oct
2019: 5 May, 22 May, 9 Jun, 14 Jul, 27 Jul, 8 Sep, 6 Oct, 26 Oct
2020: 3 May, 20 May, 7 Jun, 12 Jul, 25 Jul, 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 24 Oct
2019: 5 May, 22 May, 9 Jun, 14 Jul, 27 Jul, 8 Sep, 6 Oct, 26 Oct
2020: 3 May, 20 May, 7 Jun, 12 Jul, 25 Jul, 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 24 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 27 Oct
Beijing to Chengdu tours, Mountains & Monasteries
A true overland journey
From US $4,650 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Apr, 11 May, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 13 Jul, 10 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 12 Oct
2020: 11 Apr, 9 May, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 10 Oct
2020: 11 Apr, 9 May, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 10 Oct
China vacation, discover imperial China
Exploring Eastern China
From US $2,475 to US $2,675 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct
2020: 4 Apr, 18 Apr, 16 May, 18 Jul, 15 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 10 Oct
2020: 4 Apr, 18 Apr, 16 May, 18 Jul, 15 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 10 Oct
Bejing to Lhasa tour, by train
Beijing to Lhasa on the famous sky train
From US $1,660 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
China vacation, ancient capitals tour
Highlights of China, discover its capital cities.
From US $1,146 to US $1,553 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Silk Road adventure vacation
Follow ancient footsteps along the Silk Road
From £2,660 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 May, 6 Sep
Trans Mongolian express rail tour, Beijing to St Petersburg
ride the rails on this once-in-a-lifetime trip
From US $4,099 to US $4,299 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 13 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 14 Oct
China holiday, Beijing to Hong Kong
China will astonish you with its diversity and uniqueness.
From US $2,500US $2,125 to US $2,970 23 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 7 Nov
2019: 13 Mar, 10 Apr, 8 May, 12 Jun, 3 Jul, 31 Jul, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 6 Nov
2019: 13 Mar, 10 Apr, 8 May, 12 Jun, 3 Jul, 31 Jul, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 6 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 07 Nov
Istanbul to Ulaanbaatar Silk route tour by overland truck
Overland the entire Silk Road and then head up to Mongolia
From US $8,365 to US $8,385 120 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Mar, 26 Jul
The Silk Route, Beijing to Tashkent
Travel from China to Central Asia on this historic journey
From US $6,199 to US $6,380 27 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 4 May, 10 Aug, 31 Aug
2020: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 8 Aug, 29 Aug
2020: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 8 Aug, 29 Aug
Giant Pandas of China tour
China's most comprehensive Mammal Watching tour with pandas!
From £3,895 14 days ex flights
Tailor made
China backpacking tours
Travel China on a 16 or 25 day backpacking tour
From £1,049 to £1,479 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 24 Oct, 31 Oct
2019: 11 Mar, 13 Mar, 18 Mar, 20 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 15 Apr, 16 Apr, 17 Apr, 18 Apr, 19 Apr, 20 Apr, 21 Apr, 22 Apr, 23 Apr, 24 Apr, 25 Apr, 26 Apr, 27 Apr, 28 Apr, 29 Apr, 30 Apr, 1 May, 2 May, 3 May, 4 May, 5 May, 6 May, 7 May, 8 May, 9 May, 10 May, 11 May, 12 May, 13 May, 14 May, 15 May, 16 May, 17 May, 18 May, 19 May, 20 May, 21 May, 22 May, 23 May, 24 May, 25 May, 26 May, 27 May ...
2019: 11 Mar, 13 Mar, 18 Mar, 20 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 15 Apr, 16 Apr, 17 Apr, 18 Apr, 19 Apr, 20 Apr, 21 Apr, 22 Apr, 23 Apr, 24 Apr, 25 Apr, 26 Apr, 27 Apr, 28 Apr, 29 Apr, 30 Apr, 1 May, 2 May, 3 May, 4 May, 5 May, 6 May, 7 May, 8 May, 9 May, 10 May, 11 May, 12 May, 13 May, 14 May, 15 May, 16 May, 17 May, 18 May, 19 May, 20 May, 21 May, 22 May, 23 May, 24 May, 25 May, 26 May, 27 May ...
From
US $2,319
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
Sanxingdui museum with 3-4000 year old bronze masks and the pandas
Tips?
Wear flat shoes there was a lot of walking
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental Impacts or supported conservation?
local restaurants used but little else.
Overall rating?
It was great, I loved China and would go again to see more of the countryside and more museums. (more)Janet Chambers
From
£2,255
excluding flights
We were amazed at how well we managed to combine two vacations into one by using two of the companies you recommended...All memories will stay with us forever. (more)Anne Hargreaves
Clearly The Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Panda's, Forbidden Palace were all amazing, but for me the peace and quiet of drifting down the river on a bamboo raft at Guilon was just perfect after the frantic traveling around China. (more)Nigel Davies
From
US $3,795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The Mongolian ger camp was wonderful. ...the local guides Tuya and
Nimo were terrific and made the Mongolian stop off great. Lake Baikal was also amazing...great fun with the sauna and jumping in the freezing river..standing on the frozen lake...beautiful and memorable. The entire train journey was special and being escorted by a brilliant guide was just the best way to feel safe yet given every opportunity to meet and interact with travelers from everywhere, learn new... (more)Rachel Guinee
From
US $3,405
excluding flights
From
US $1,660
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing how the Tibetan people live, their friendliness and warm smiles. The way that welcomed us into their everyday worship in the monasteries. Just the simple things really.
Tips?
Don't have any expectations on anything. Let it happen. But on a practical level, always have loo roll handy and antibacterial stuff for toilets.
Local benefits?
Yes. Local hotels, local eating, Tibetan guide and making sure that we shopped in Tibetan stores. We used transport... (more)Sue Byrne
From
US $2,013
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The itinerary planned by our operator worked out beautifully for my family of 8. A couple of the guides, especially Johnnie in Beijing and Susan in chengdu engaged with the children and helped make our time in those cities very
enjoyable. we loved that logistics were taken care of by our guides n drivers. The children loved the ice skating, the time at the Great Wall, learning to cook their own dishes, spending Christmas day at the panda research center, biking in town... (more)Kristin Baker
From
£2,660
excluding flights
The most memorable was Kasger Sunday Market. (more)Mahesh Patel
I particularity enjoyed the added insight into every day life the guides were able to give us as they were all local. It was interesting to see the three different
countries and travel through the countryside, mostly in minibuses with commentary by the guides. (more)Eva Dingwalls
The local food is lovely - go with an open mind (more)Peter Kerr
From
£3,795
including domestic flights only
Traveling the mountains of Tajikistan and the homestay there was the most memorable. (more)Ana Maria Lopez
Most memorable? It has to be Kyrgyzstan. The landscape, the people, sleeping in yurts - even the food. All fantastic. (more)Sue Noble
Seeing the breathtaking mountain views in Kyrgyzstan was the most memorable part of this vacation. (more)Jayne Hanlin
From
US $6,199
excluding flights
We enjoyed the whole trip, but Kyrgyzstan was a highlight. Also the Labrang Monastery was lovely. Very good. It adjusted the way I think about the world. (more)Becky MacLeod
Do not hesitate!! It is very interesting trip and very well organised. (more)Ljiljana Padjen-Pajovic
Absolutely wonderful, a once in a life time experience and all the guides were extremely knowledgable, funny and helpful. The sights and experience was truly magnificient (more)Gunilla Westerlund
From
US $1,997
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Getting to climb down to the Yangtze River in the Middle Gorge and experience the power of the river. Also a getting boat ride in a stunning part of the river -
when the road was closed. Walking around the Old Town in Leijang
Tips?
Be flexible! Plenty of road closures due to slips - ended up on boats and horses. If you are open to changes you will have great experiences. If you like salt
with food carry you own.
Local benefits?
Probably benefited local... (more)Wendy Barton
From
US $789
including domestic flights only
The parks were my favourite part of the trip, I also really enjoyed walking on the Great Wall and the live show in Xian.
(more)Leigh McGlone
Overall this was a fantastic trip and we feel very honoured to have been able to see all that we did, especially the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Terra Cotta Warriors. (more)Ewen Macnair
From
US $2,125
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The terracotta warriors at Xi'an and the Great Wall. Cherry, our guide although very young, was dedicated and gave us great tips and help when choosing restaurants and outings. Our group integrated very well and everyone was on time for going places.
Tips?
Travel light, but do take toilet paper!!
Local benefits?
We certainly used local transport (busses, trains and only once taxis).
Overall rating?
Most enjoyable. The only thing that didn't work out... (more)Sheila Taylor
From
US $550
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Pandas and Siguniang
Tips?
You need to be able to speak some mandarin. You need good walking shoes too.
Local benefits?
We used local hotels, shops, restaurants and street vendors.
Overall rating?
(more)Peter Kerr
From
US $2,830
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
The walks through the Karst mountains.
Tips?
Enjoy it, it's one of the best trips I have made in recent years. It's an excellent balance between an active and cultural vacation.
Local benefits?
Absolutely; local guides, drivers and hotels were used throughout. Even my payment went straight to china so nothing went outside.
Overall rating?
Totally brilliant. We were very lucky in that we were only 2 in the group. (more)Pia Rainey
From
£2,630
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
The people we met, the range of places we visited, the quality of our guides. The drive through the Karakoram Mountain range from Kashgar to Tashkurgen
Tips?
Don't go with any fixed ideas about what it might be like. Be open to everything you see.
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
The vacation was excellent and I would recommend it to others.
If I was redesigning the itinerary I would not include the Yadan National Geologic Park - too much driving... (more)Gill Forester
From
US $2,949
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The most memorable parts of my vacation were, firstly, Moscow that I absolutely loved and where I would like to spend more time, secondly, the Great Wall of
China and, thirdly, the cultural show in Ulaanbataar. The most exciting part was seeing the snow!
Tips?
Nobody notices (or cares) if you wear the same things every day. Take as little luggage as you can. Remember that you have to carry all your luggage around.
Have some washing done in the guesthouse on Lake... (more)Barbara Shaw
From
2,390
excluding flights
If you're seriously thinking about this trip don't hesitate - book it! (more)Martin Lovell
It was a wonderful vacation/experience
The weather was perfect,
We had a very good choice of food.
Beer very good. Wine ghastly.
Excellent company we laughed a lot.
Oktay helped us with any camera problems and gave us some very good advice.
He went to the trouble of following us up after our return to see if he could help us with our photo's
(more)SIMONA doyle
This trip offers so many great memories which get even better as I reflect on them following my return. A great experience, with a great host and an invaluable local guide. (more)Jenny Abbott
From
US $4,650
excluding flights
All of the vacation was fantastic. I particularly enjoyed the train journey from Beijing to Lhasa. The visit to the nunnery was fun. There was nothing on my trip that I didn't enjoy so it's hard to choose 1 thing I enjoyed most. (more)Jules Palmer
Excellent....Go with an open mind, an attitude of adventure. It is a different country. You will not find the same facilities as at home. The food is different. But it's all part of the adventure. (more)Yoginee Patel
It was very memorable and exciting, and a good idea to go on a tour through a country that would be difficult to navigate alone.
(more)Laura Tomlinson
From
US $2,375
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was the trek in Tiger Leaping Gorge and having tea with a Tibetan family in their home (more)Richard Peters
Most memorable were the rice terraces at sunset and dawn, the hike through Tiger Leaping Gorge, the Stone Forest, the lake and mountains and pagodas at Dali, the Jade Dragon Mountain at Lijiang, Shangri-La... (more)John deason
From
US $1,364
excluding flights
The best part of my vacation came unexpectedly on the last day, when I found myself gazing at the roofs of the Forbidden City from the top of Jingshan Temple. (more)Jennifer Jenkins
I feel that every part of the journey is memorable - I enjoyed it throughout. It is very difficult to pick a few highlights, as I feel this trip includes most of China's highlights....It was a great vacation - a lot of interesting sights, fascinating history and great people (more)Pamela Krueger
I have been on quite a few trips around the world but this has certainly been the best, largely due to the unrelenting quality of the tour leader. (more)Thomas Webb
From
US $1,475
excluding flights
The views from the wall watchtowers and then to see the wall stretching out across the beautiful landscape it is something special. (more)Ferenc Suhai
Climbing parts if the Great Wall that were over 1000 years old with no other tourists was the most memorable... (more)Janice Eastman
Walking the wall was amazing and the views with very little people around superb. (more)Rob Pattwell
From
US $1,080
excluding flights
Traveling on local transport was a great experience. Great CEO and good selection of additional activities. Really enjoyed the overnight train trip. Best meal was cooked by local farmer & his wife. Overall a great trip. Can't wait to book next trip. (more)Tony Palmer
Amazing experience! (more)Linda Anderson
Lhasa was absolutely magical, seeing the Potalla Palace for the first time from
the roof top bar of the hotel was breath taking. (more)Joan O
From
£3,950
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Finding a replica of a Tang Dynasty sancai glazed, funerary sculpture of a camel and rider, which I had first experienced as part of an exhibition of artefacts from the ancient Silk Route mounted by the British Library in 2004 in a shop in Jiayuguan at a price that I could afford.
Even though the Mogao Grottos are becoming commercialised, being able to see the frescos that are available in the caves that are open to the public was a wonderful experience.
Tips?
Be... (more)Genie Gabel-Dunk
From
US $3,200
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Loads of highlights in our 6 week vacation: seeing pandas & the Terracotta Warriors, walking the Great Wall, sound and light show in Yangshuo, the Potala Palace in Tibet. We also found the building work around us fascinating- such a massive scale, 20 skyscrapers at a time going up plus huge road and rail building programmes. The sheer scale of everything was astounding.
Tips?
Research where you want to go.
Local benefits?
Certainly supported the local population.
Overall... (more)Linda Seaton
