With over 5000 years of history, you can delve into the past in Beijing with a visit to the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, see the Terracotta warriors of Xian and visit many ancient towns throughout the country.
Luxury China
Luxury Adventure Travel in China
China is a world in itself – the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Terracotta Warriors, Giant Pandas, amazing cities and off the beaten path towns, and of course, the food!
Destination Highlights
Culture & History
Nature & Wildlife
The golden rice paddies of South West China, the amazing Giant Pandas of Sichuan, and the Avatar- inspiring mountains of Zhangjiajie are just some of the wonderful natural sights of China!
Ethnic Minorities
The amazing province of Yunnan is home to many ethnic minority peoples who still live their traditional way of life, while in regions such as inner Mongolia and Tibet you can still see traditional ways of life.
Modern 21st Century
In Shanghai you will see the ultramodern side of China, while lightning fast trains zip across this huge country in no time at all.
Cuisine
Chinese food is incredibly regional – wherever you go, the food will be different. From handmade noodles, to rice and dumplings, to hotpot, the food never ceases to amaze!
Highlights
- Visit the astounding giant pandas near Chengdu.
- Bike along the Li River, visit ancient towns along the way and learn to cook local specialties.
- Join local residents at the Kashgar Sunday market on the Silk Road- one of the great trading spots in Asia.
- Although not Forbidden nor a City, Beijing’s Forbidden City is an absolute treasure to explore.
- Experience the explosion of culture in Hong Kong where East and West collide.
- See an awe inspiring evening acrobatic show in Beijing or Shanghai.
China Sample Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Beijing!
This evening enjoy a traditional Beijing duck dinner!
Day 2
Today visit the amazing Forbidden City, and then tour the hutongs – the traditional old neighborhoods where you will be able to enter homes and meet the locals. This evening, enjoy a cooking lesson in a local home.
Day 3
Visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu, with its well preserved remains. You’ll take the chairlift up and then toboggan down! Also, visit the extraordinary Summer Palace.
Day 4
Take the high speed train to Xian. Visit the Great Mosque, and enjoy a local food tour.
Day 5
Meet the incredibly lifelike Terracotta Warriors, one of China’s most astonishing sights. Also, enjoy a bike ride on the ancient City Wall, and visit the Big Goose Pagoda.
Days 6/7
Fly to Yunnan Province in South West China. Home to many minority peoples and amazing mountains, gorges and valleys. In Dali, enjoy a traditional tea ceremony and learn the local way of making cheese. In a small town learn about pickle making and try the famous one-noodle soup!
Days 8/9
Travel to the old town of Shaxi, on the famous Tea Horse Road. Hike to see ancient Buddhist carvings in caves, and explore towns that have fallen off the map!
Days 10/11
Explore lovely Lijiang and nearby towns and villages in the shadow of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. A great opportunity to visit Yunnan’s authentic and lesser known communities. Learn the art of calligraphy and wood carving.
Days 12/13/14
Travel to the town of Zhongdian, now renamed Shangri-la! Hike the astounding Tiger Leaping Gorge, visit local Tibetan villages, Buddhist monasteries, outdoor markets and see yaks, sheep and horses.
Day 15
Fly to Kunming, capital of Yunnan. Visit the famous Stone Forest!
Day 16
Depart for home or continue your travels to other parts of China, or take the new fast train from Kunming to exotic Laos, from where you can continue your travels to Thailand or Vietnam!
China Trip Tips & FAQ's
What time of year is best for a family vacation in China?
China can be visited all year round. The climate is great in spring, and in the fall the rice paddies turn a golden yellow! Summer is a good time to visit Yunnan, while winter is the time to see the amazing snow sculptures of Harbin!
Is China a good place for a family vacation?
Absolutely! China is fascinating and kids of all ages will be enthralled by the amazing sights, the fascinating culture and the incredible modernity of places such as Shanghai.
Is China a good place for a couples vacation?
Of course – China has wonderful romantic hotels, world class restaurants and incredible shopping. It has great cities and incredible nature – truly something for everyone!
What is there to do on a China Vacation?
Explore exotic cities and towns, hike and bike incredible landscapes, enjoy the wonderful varied food and be amazed by the culture!
What is the food like in China?
If you think you know Chinese food, think again! Every city and every region has its own specialities and you will soon learn that there is no such thing as “Chinese food”. Rather, there are very different regional foods from all over China!
What is the accommodation like?
China excels in luxury accommodation, with beautiful high class hotels to be found in cities and in more off the beaten track locations too!
Is China expensive?
China is no more expensive than most any other destination. Services are excellent, hotels are great and overall, value is good!
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