China Holidays

Overview

China is a place where antique nature and vast urban cities collide in beautifully stark contrast – creating a land that is as futuristic as it is traditional, as urban as it is rural.The myths of the Forbidden city entice travellers, as the incredible quartz pillars of Wulingyuan form an enchanting stone forest that blends faultlessly with the soaring skyscrapers of Beijing and Shanghai, almost as though the skyline of these cities are attempting to imitate the nature that surrounds them. Hidden amongst these treasures are the famous flavours of China – lending well known delicacies such as Peking Duck and Sweet and Sour Pork, with the fiery spices of Húnán Cuisine and the simplicity of Momo (Chinese dumplings) – China is a pleasure to both explore and to taste.

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China – A quick view

Time difference: GMT +8 Hours
Flight time: Approx 10 hours
Visa Required: Yes
Currency: Yuan
Tel Code: +86
Population: 1,401,413,880
Official Language: Mandarin
Recommended Airlines: British Airways, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, KLM, Air France.
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Itinerary Ideas

16 Days
Wonders of China
from £3,099pp

Great wall with sunset glowDiscover legendary landmarks like Great Wall of China & Terracotta warriors. Scenic landscapes of the Li River…
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21 Days
Classic China
from £4,299pp

Terra Cotta Warriors XianMust see Terracotta Warriors, watch the endangered Giant Panda, Yangtze river cruise, Nine Villages Valley…

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21 Days
Grand China
from £4,399pp

Li River and Karst mountainsExplore the prosperous historical and cultural relics, including the Yungang Grottoes, one of the largest grottoes in China…

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16 Days
Treasures of China
from £3,599pp

Lama Temple of BeijingEnjoy the magical natural wonders Rainbow mountains, admire Great Buddha Temple, the natural scenery of Long Ji…

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16 Days
Highlights of China
from £3,099pp

Three gorges dam-chinaHighlights of Beijing and Xian, breathtaking sights and views along the way of Yangtze river, ‘Three Gorges’ dam, Panda play…

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15 Days
Discover Silk Road
from £3,199pp

Mogao Grottoes DunhuangWitness history and mysteries of China’s tremendous past in this tour… the Mogao Grottoes, also know as the Caves of …

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18 Days
Cultural China & Scenic Japan
from £3,499pp

lingyin temple hangzhoDiscover the rich cultural heritage of china & Japan combined.Experience the one of a kind, high speed Bullet Train…

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18 Days
Best of China & Hong Kong
from £3,399pp

China ToursVisit the home of the emperors for centuries, The Forbidden City, Explore vibrant Hong Kong, the island of Lantau Macau…

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Travel Guides

When to go

China - Best time to go

SPECIALISTS KNOWLEDGE

Many tours to China start in the cities and make their way out on rural paths to China’s beautiful countryside and sleepy villages. When in Beijing, be sure to take a stroll through Tiananmen Sqaure and explore the mystical Forbidden City and the Temple of Confucius, while at night, we suggest a trip on the Hai river where you can enjoy a uniquely inspiring view of Beijing’s stunning neon skyline. You may want to take in the picturesque town of Wuzhen, nicknamed the Venice of the East; it’s built on a series of canals that mirror the ancient stone bridges and traditional buildings above. Of course no trip to China is complete without a visit to the Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum: home to Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s terracotta army whose task it was to protect the emperor’s entry into the afterlife. It was made a UNESCO site in the 1980’s and is a must see for anyone serious about Chinese culture and history.

If you can, then plan your trip to coincide with the Lantern Festival that falls around the end of February each year. Lanterns are lit all over the country and floated into the night sky – incredible to see, along with firework displays and celebratory folk dances. Chinese New Year is a wonderful festival – full of street parades, parties and ancient practises including offerings to deities, banquets and dragon dances. The major cities are the best places to witness this vast country-wide celebration.

Points to ponder

One of our China specialists, Shian Lee, offers you more inspirational tips, click here to read the article

It is best to have a stopover in Hong Kong to make value for your money and time, a pit stop at Macau is worth considering

Highlights

The Great Wall of ChinaGreat Wall of China
The Terracotta ArmyTerracotta Army – Xi’an
The Forbidden City of BeijingForbidden City – Beijing
Li River and Karst mountainsLi River Cruise – Guilin
PandaGiant Pandas – Chengdu
West lake hangzhouWest Lake – Hangzhou
Three Gorges DamYangtze River Cruise
Jade buddha temple shanghaigJade Buddha – Shanghai

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