China Tours

Treasures of China - 8 days

China's fascinating history offers up some of the world's most iconic sites, yet it retains an exotic allure. Travel from the capital, Beijing, to riverside Guilin, hitting all the highlights on the way, from the countless lifelike Terracotta Warriors to the Great Wall, and the picture perfect landscapes of Yangshuo. Delve beneath the surface, practice Tai Chi and cycle backroads to charming villages for a deeper understanding of this enticing land.

Yunnan Explorer - 8 days

Journey beyond the trodden path to remote villages, and unveil the delights of rural China. Here you will find treasures, including an insight into a Tibetan community in Zhongdian. Striking lakeside vistas in Dali give way to tranquil cobbled lanes in Lijiang. This peaceful exploration brings you into local homes for steaming yak butter tea, through cloistered ancient monasteries, and amongst local markets for an authentic adventure outside the tourist route.

Chinese Checkers - Family - 10 days

Be astounded by the people and places of China. Discover incredible natural beauty as you cycle through the countryside. Marvel at manmade wonders during a picnic atop the Great Wall or while flying a kite at the Temple of Heaven. Be amazed by the people of China as you lunch in a local home, learn Kung Fu moves from the experts, and see the spectacular shanghai acrobats. China is everything you imagine and more.

Highlights of China - 10 days

The contrasts in China are both striking and enthralling. Unveil a complex history in Beijing, and discover the culture in a visit to a local hutong home for lunch. Wander the vast Tiananmen Square, and then examine the intricate Terracotta Warriors. Walk the ancient Great Wall and stroll amongst shining skyscrapers in Shanghai. With unexpected delights around every corner, this journey is packed with excitement.

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Highlights of China - Deluxe - 10 days

The contrasts in China are both striking and enthralling. Unveil a complex history in Beijing and discover the culture in a visit to a local hutong home for lunch. Wander the vast Tiananmen Square, and then examine the intricate Terracotta Warriors. Walk the ancient Great Wall and stroll amongst shining skyscrapers in Shanghai. With unexpected delights around every corner, this journey is packed with excitement.

Tibet Experience - 11 days

The striking beauty of this mesmerising part of the world is brought to life by the heart-warming smiles of its people. With a complex past, the thriving Tibetan culture is truly unique. Uncover some of the secrets of the history and faith of this intoxicating land on a once in a lifetime journey. Wander through remarkable monasteries and come upon soaring cliff-top palaces. Vibrant local streets and bustling markets give way to meaningful Buddhist rock paintings and the inspiration of a seldom visited Tibetan nunnery. Unforgettable!

Three Gorges Discovery - 12 days

Uncover the cities, sites and scenery of China on this magical journey. Beijing offers insights into the history and culture of this beguiling land, and vibrant Shanghai is a confounding mix of ancient and ultra modern. To witness the scale of the Great Wall, and the intricately carved Terracotta Warriors in person is simply astonishing, and the stunning views as you cruise down the spectacular Yangtze will take your breath away.

China Panorama - 15 days

Witness the incredible panorama of China from unfathomable human feats such as the astonishing Terracotta Warriors and the Great Wall, to breathtaking natural vistas of stunning rural scenery of Guilin and Yangshuo. The cities of China are thrilling, Beijing offering fascinating insights into history and culture, and Shanghai seemingly rising up around you. Spend a morning at the captivating Giant panda Research & Breeding Base, and visit an intriguing hilltribe area. The timeless beauty surrounding you will amaze.

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Trans-Mongolian Adventure - 15 days

Mongolia is a wild and rugged land with sweeping grassy plains and alpine mountains that few tourists get the opportunity to visit. Start your adventure in Beijing to see a remote section of the Great Wall. A two-day trip on the legendary Trans-Mongolian Railway transports you into a fabled land. Meet reindeer herders, swim in alpine lakes, and ride rare camels through endless dunes, for a truly unique adventure you will never forget. Those traveling on our July departure will also join the excitement of the incredible Naadam Festival, in a beautiful rural setting far from the crowds of Ulaan Baatar.

Lhasa to Beijing Express - 16 days

Experience the 'roof of the world' and the very best of China. Begin in Chengdu, the capital of beautiful Sichuan, before taking a spectacular flight across the Himalayas to Tibet. Rub shoulders with devout pilgrims, monks and merchants in the laneways and monasteries of Lhasa before traveling on the highest railway in the world to Xining. Witness the Army of Terracotta Warriors in Xian before traveling on to Beijing, China’s capital. If stunning scenery, friendly people and fascinating history are your thing, this is the journey for you!

The Silk Road - 17 days

One of the world’s great trade routes, the exotic Silk Road has captured the imagination of many, stirring visions of a wondrous and far off land. Bring the adventure to life on this incredible journey. Experience the rich convergence of cultures and religions as you travel from Beijing to Kashgar, passing countless wonders and curiosities. Witness the army of Terracotta Warriors and the Great Wall. Visit an Uygher home in the oasis town of Turpan and ride a camel among the sand dunes.

Yangtze & Beyond - 18 days

China has so much to discover, from the thronging cities of Shanghai and Beijing to the cobbled streets of Yangshuo. Icons such as the Terracotta Warriors and Great Wall are not to be missed, but a sojourn into backstreets and local homes is a real treat. A cruise along the Yangtze reveals soaring mountains and tranquil rivers. On this journey, the ancient culture of this historic land offers up incredible relics and fascinating insights, and natural wonders provide breathtaking scenery.

Yangtze & Beyond - Deluxe - 18 days

China has so much to discover, from the thronging cities of Shanghai and Beijing to the cobbled streets of Yangshuo. Icons such as the Terracotta Warriors and Great Wall are not to be missed, but a sojourn into backstreets and local homes is a real treat. A cruise along the Yangtze reveals soaring mountains and tranquil rivers. On this journey, the ancient culture of this historic land offers up incredible relics and fascinating insights, and natural wonders provide breathtaking scenery.

Yangtze & Yunnan - 18 days

Travel through the many landscapes of China on this eye-opening journey which plunges beneath the surface to give you an experience beyond the well worn tourist route. From the teeming cities of Beijing and Shanghai journey, past awe-inspiring views as you float down the Yangtze River. First-hand experiences of the countless life-size Terracotta Warriors and the iconic Great Wall are astounding, and treasured moments down the cobbled lanes of ancient towns surprising.