China

For many, travel to China is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. To explore the Forbidden City, home to Chinese emperors over the centuries; to gaze in awe at an entire army of Terracotta Warriors; and to walk proudly on a Great Wall that stretches for over 4,000 miles. For others, it is the allure of the adorable pandas that is the main attraction to China. Yet these amazing experiences are only the first steps in discovering this fascinating land.

China is a land of beauty with its poetic landscapes around Guilin, dramatic gorges along the Yangtze and the striking alpine scenery in Nine Villages Valley. The physical contrasts are great, from vast mountain ranges to forest wildernesses and arid deserts. There is man-made beauty too, in the traditional Chinese gardens of Suzhou, the picturesque West Lake in Hangzhou and the numerous exquisite temples scattered across the country.

For the more adventurous, there is the opportunity to travel along the ancient Silk Road or venture overland into mystical Tibet and explore parts of China rarely visited by westerners. In these remote places, the people and their culture are a world away from the rest of China.

Following a proud history spanning 5,000 years, China’s importance in the world continues to grow as it emerges as an economic superpower of the 21st century. Nowhere can this be better witnessed than in the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. With its towering skyscrapers, designer shops and vibrant nightlife, it represents the pinnacle of modern China.

China is a land with endless opportunities to offer the enthusiastic traveller. It is a destination that inspires and fascinates with its historic sights, diverse landscapes and rich culture. Yet beyond these great wonders, the most enduring memory is often the charm of the Chinese themselves.

China is surely a country that will leave a lasting impression on all who visit. We can also offer a wide range of fully inclusive escorted tours to Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos. See for yourself the spectacular scenery, ancient monuments, amazing history and colourful culture offered by these remarkable lands.

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