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- Hong Kong to Chengdu Express: 9-Day Chinese Journey
- 10-Day China Premium Tour
- Real China
- A Journey China With Yangtze River Cruise in 11 days- Private Tour
- Explore China (7 destinations)
- 8-Day Private China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai
- China Express
- 8-Day Small Group China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai
- Premium China
- China Highlights
Hong Kong to Chengdu Express: 9-Day Chinese Journey
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I will use tourrader again.”
sam, traveled in May 2019
- Take the tram up to Victoria Peak
- Cruise down the Yulong River
- Cook some traditional Chinese food
Duration 9 days Destinations Hong Kong, Yangshuo, Guilin, Chengdu Age Range 18 to 55 year olds Operated in English, Chinese Operator The Dragon Trip - From $843
- US$717You save $126
- Price per day
- $80
Real China
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was awesome and perfect organised.”
Jeffrey, traveled in January 2019
- Explore the Forbidden City in Beijing
- Walk the Great Wall at Mutianyu
- Sample street food in Xi'an's Muslim Quarter
Duration 12 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Yangshuo, Hong Kong Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From
- US$1,145
- Price per day
- $95
A Journey China With Yangtze River Cruise in 11 days- Private Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“China was amazing and all the early work with securing a visa, hotel and flights were all worth it in the end.”
Maria, traveled in August 2024
- Visit the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall of China in Beijing.
- See the terracotta warriors, one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time, in Xian.
- Embark on a three-day cruise down the Yangtze River, one of the longest rivers in the world, and marvel at the stunning scenery of the gorges and cliffs.
Duration 11 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Chongqing, Yangtze, Shanghai Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Realistic Asia - From $4,664
- US$2,099+$559 local paymentsYou save $2,565
- Price per day
- $191
Explore China (7 destinations)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Organised, planned well, everything was as described in the trip notes.”
Jacqui, traveled in April 2019
- Explore Shanghai's iconic skyscrapers
- Stroll through historical Shanghai and Yu Garden
- Visit Hangzhou's tea farms and Lingyin Temple
Duration 12 days Destinations Shanghai, Luoyang, Longmenzhen, Xi'an, Xiahe, Lanzhou, Beijing Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From $3,355
- US$3,187You save $168
- Price per day
- $266
8-Day Private China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was the most amazing trip! The tour guides in every city made the trip first class and memorable.”
Eva, traveled in September 2024
- Explore the Forbidden City, the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace in the world.
- Visit the Mutianyu, the best-preserved part of the Great Wall.
- Experience a rickshaw tour of the Hutongs, traditional alleyways in Beijing.
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian Operator Realistic Asia - From $3,867
- US$1,740+$330 local paymentsYou save $2,126
- Price per day
- $218
China Express
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Each tour has been well organised, and the guides have been proficient in English.”
Amanda, traveled in September 2018
- Meet your CEO and group in Beijing
- Explore the Great Wall at Mutianyu
- Tour the Forbidden City and Tiananmen
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures - From $1,499
- US$1,199You save $299
- Price per day
- $150
8-Day Small Group China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“our daily program was rich, transportation was available and on time.”
yara, traveled in May 2019
- Experience the hustle and bustle of bustling Beijing
- Venture up the ornate steps of the Forbidden City
- Gaze at the impressive ramparts of the Great Wall
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator TravelChinaGuide Tours - From $1,839
- US$1,471You save $367
- Price per day
- $184
China Highlights
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Really pleased that HK was added to the itinerary. It's an experience and an excellent introduction to China.”
Frances, traveled in April 2019
- Explore the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong
- Float through dramatic karst scenery on the Li River
- See the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi
Duration 10 days Destinations Hong Kong, Guilin, Yangshuo, Xi'an, Beijing Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! - From
- US$2,610
- Price per day
- $261