China holidays & tours

Holidays in China offer a window into a dramatically different world. Take one of our China holidays and discover architecture, culture, scenery and wildlife that will leave you awed. On our holidays in China you can visit the capital, Beijing, and see its iconic sights, including Tiananmen Square and The Forbidden City, a vast complex of ochre-coloured palaces, where Imperial families isolated themselves.

Our escorted tours of China include a visit to Xian, where the Terracotta Warriors guard the Tomb of the First Emperor. Our China tours also reveal spectacularly beautiful river scenery, at Guilin and the vast Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze. And our China tours can also include a hike along the Great Wall or a visit to the Panda Research Centre in Chengdu, where China’s most famous animal is protected.

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China's Cities of Contrast

9 days from £1215

Departing:

14 Aug 2012
Tiananmen Square, Beijing

Encounter China's timeless culture and tradition in Beijing, before stepping into the cutting-edge city of Shanghai - where yesterday meets tomorrow.

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China's Cities of Contrast + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £324 Staying at Metropark Hotel Kowloon

Exciting, historic and futuristic all in one - Hong Kong is one of the world's most spellbinding cities. Straddling a spectacular, mountain-fringed harbour, Hong Kong mixes soaring mirrored skyscrapers with bustling Chinese street markets, superb shopping malls, theme parks, beautiful gardens and countless other attractions. Add a further dimension to your China experience with a three night stay in Hong Kong. Your choice of hotels are the Metropark Kowloon, or the Eaton Smart.

11 days from £1539

Departing:

14 Aug 2012

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Tiananmen Square, Beijing

China's Cities of Contrast + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £396 Staying at Eaton Smart

Exciting, historic and futuristic all in one - Hong Kong is one of the world's most spellbinding cities. Straddling a spectacular, mountain-fringed harbour, Hong Kong mixes soaring mirrored skyscrapers with bustling Chinese street markets, superb shopping malls, theme parks, beautiful gardens and countless other attractions. Add a further dimension to your China experience with a three night stay in Hong Kong. Your choice of hotels are the Metropark Kowloon, or the Eaton Smart.

11 days from £1615

Departing:

14 Aug 2012

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Tiananmen Square, Beijing

Taste of China

10 days from £1495

Departing:

24 May 2012
Temple Of Heaven, Beijing

This enchanting tour of China will unravel a vastly different world of spectacular scenery, rich cultural heritage and oriental architecture.

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Taste of China + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £374 Staying at Eaton Smart

A chance to break your journey home and immerse yourself fully in the splendours of this city of amazing and wonderful contrasts. Why not visit Victoria Peak, which boasts outstanding 360 degree views of Hong Kong and Repulse Bay, take a harbour cruise or venture out to Causeway Bay, the city's shopping mecca? On day 10 of your tour, fly to Hong Kong and transfer to your chosen hotel, either the Eaton Smart or Metropark Kowloon Hotel for the next three nights.

13 days from £1999

Departing:

24 May 2012

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Temple Of Heaven, Beijing

Taste of China + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £294 Staying at Metropark Hotel Kowloon

A chance to break your journey home and immerse yourself fully in the splendours of this city of amazing and wonderful contrasts. Why not visit Victoria Peak, which boasts outstanding 360 degree views of Hong Kong and Repulse Bay, take a harbour cruise or venture out to Causeway Bay, the city's shopping mecca? On day 10 of your tour, fly to Hong Kong and transfer to your chosen hotel, either the Eaton Smart or Metropark Kowloon Hotel for the next three nights.

13 days from £1925

Departing:

24 May 2012

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Temple Of Heaven, Beijing

China & Yangtze River

15 days from £1980

Departing:

11 May 2012
The Great Wall - one of the world's most awesome man-made wonders

Experience China's rich culture and most impressive, unique sights - from the glorious Forbidden City to vibrant Shanghai and the mighty Yangtze River to the incredible Terracotta Warriors.

Book by 13 February and save £150 per couple. Available on selected dates and subject to availability.

Valid on Departures:

  • 11 May 2012 to 12 May 2012
  • 13 Jul 2012 to 14 Jul 2012

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China & The Yangtze River + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £290 Staying at Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hong Kong

Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are the paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination. You can extend your tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong returning to the UK via Beijing. Your choice of hotels in Hong Kong are the Eaton Smart or the Harbour Grand Kowloon.

18 days from £2444

Departing:

11 May 2012

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The Great Wall - one of the world's most awesome man-made wonders

China & The Yangtze River + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £260 Staying at Eaton Smart

Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are the paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination. You can extend your tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong returning to the UK via Beijing. Your choice of hotels in Hong Kong are the Eaton Smart or the Harbour Grand Kowloon.

18 days from £2370

Departing:

13 Jul 2012

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The Great Wall - one of the world's most awesome man-made wonders

China & The Yangtze River + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £226 Staying at Metropark Hotel Kowloon

Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are the paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination. You can extend your tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong returning to the UK via Beijing. Your choice of hotels in Hong Kong are the Eaton Smart or the Harbour Grand Kowloon.

18 days from £2340

Departing:

13 Jul 2012

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The Great Wall - one of the world's most awesome man-made wonders

Wonders of China & the Mighty Yangtze

15 days from £2045

Departing:

25 Mar 2012
Terracotta Warriors, Xian

Visit the enchanting cities of China, cruise amongst the spectacular Yangtze Gorges, and marvel at the magnificent Terracotta Warriors.

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Wonders of China and the Mighty Yangtze + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £350 Staying at Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hong Kong

Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination. You can extend your tour with a three night stay in Hong Kong. Your choice of hotels in Hong Kong are the Metropark Kowloon, Harbour Grand Kowloon or Eaton Smart.

18 days from £2405

Departing:

25 Mar 2012

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Terracotta Warriors, Xian

Captivating China

16 days from £2074

Departing:

09 Jun 2012
Meet free roaming Giant Pandas face to face at the Giant Panda Sanctuary, Chengdu

Visit China's most impressive and unique natural sights, whilst allowing the engineering feats of this ancient civilisation to leave you truly inspired.

Book by 13 February and save £150 per couple. Available on selected dates and subject to availability.

Valid on Departures:

  • 09 Jun 2012 to 24 Jun 2012
  • 18 Aug 2012 to 19 Aug 2012
  • 13 Oct 2012 to 14 Oct 2012

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Captivating China + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £236 Staying at Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hong Kong

Hong Kong is home to sleek skyscrapers, world class shopping and a traditional fishing industry. Perhaps visit Victoria Peak, which boasts outstanding 360 degree views of Victoria Harbour, relax at Repulse Bay, enjoy a harbour cruise or maybe venture across to Causeway Bay, the city's shopping Mecca. You can extend your Captivating China tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong.

19 days from £2554

Departing:

09 Jun 2012

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Meet free roaming Giant Pandas face to face at the Giant Panda Sanctuary, Chengdu

Captivating China + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £200 Staying at Eaton Smart

Hong Kong is home to sleek skyscrapers, world class shopping and a traditional fishing industry. Perhaps visit Victoria Peak, which boasts outstanding 360 degree views of Victoria Harbour, relax at Repulse Bay, enjoy a harbour cruise or maybe venture across to Causeway Bay, the city's shopping Mecca. You can extend your Captivating China tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong.

19 days from £2524

Departing:

09 Jun 2012

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Meet free roaming Giant Pandas face to face at the Giant Panda Sanctuary, Chengdu

Captivating China + Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
+ 5 extra nights from £844

See the wonders of China's Yunnan province; from the stunning Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang to the mysterious Stone Forest of Kunming.

21 days from £3024

Departing:

09 Jun 2012

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Meet free roaming Giant Pandas face to face at the Giant Panda Sanctuary, Chengdu

Ancient China & the Yellow Mountain

15 days from £2115

Departing:

17 Aug 2012
Shanghai

Discover China's ancient cities and natural wonders on this magical tour, which includes visits to cosmopolitan Shanghai, historic Beijing, charming Hangzhou and the breathtaking Yellow Mountain.

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Ancient China & the Yellow Mountain + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £374 Staying at Eaton Smart

A diverse and fast-paced city, Hong Kong is a showcase of different cultural experiences. The Central District, Causeway Bay and Kowloon's 'Golden Mile' are all a must see, and don't miss out on shopping and dining experiences along Mongkok's exhilarating Nathan Road. For a change in pace, just an hour from the city are paddy fields and mountain ranges, providing a rural dimension to this vibrant and restless destination. On day 15 of your tour, fly to Hong Kong and transfer to your hotel, the Metropark Kowloon, for the next three nights. On day 18, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

17 days from £2489

Departing:

17 Aug 2012

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Shanghai

Ancient China & the Yellow Mountain + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £374 Staying at Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hong Kong

A diverse and fast-paced city, Hong Kong is a showcase of different cultural experiences. The Central District, Causeway Bay and Kowloon's 'Golden Mile' are all a must see, and don't miss out on shopping and dining experiences along Mongkok's exhilarating Nathan Road. For a change in pace, just an hour from the city are paddy fields and mountain ranges, providing a rural dimension to this vibrant and restless destination. On day 15 of your tour, fly to Hong Kong and transfer to your hotel, the Metropark Kowloon, for the next three nights. On day 18, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

17 days from £2489

Departing:

17 Aug 2012

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Shanghai

Magic of the Yangtze Cruise

18 days from £2149

Departing:

07 Jun 2012
Forbidden City, Beijing

Enjoy a captivating river cruise along the majestic Yangtze and experience the wonders of ancient and modern China in Shanghai, Beijing and Xian.

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Magic of the Yangtze + Hong Kong
+ 3 extra nights from £245 Staying at Eaton Smart

Extend your holiday with a three night stay in Hong Kong, at the Eaton Smart hotel. Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are the paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique destination.

21 days from £2555

Departing:

07 Jun 2012

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Forbidden City, Beijing

Beautiful China

21 days from £2424

Departing:

18 Jun 2012
Guilin's stunning landscape

Experience the potent beauty and history of China on this magical holiday taking in Shanghai, Guilin, Beijing, a cruise on the mighty Yangtze and the legendary Terracotta Warriors.

Book by 13 February and save £150 per couple. Available on selected dates and subject to availability.

Valid on Departures:

  • 18 Jun 2012 to 19 Jun 2012
  • 17 Sep 2012 to 18 Sep 2012
  • 15 Oct 2012 to 16 Oct 2012

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Beautiful China + Hong Kong
+ 1 extra nights Staying at Eaton Smart

Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination. You can extend your tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong. Your choice of hotels in Hong Kong are the Eaton Smart or the Harbour Grand Kowloon.

21 days from £2624

Departing:

18 Jun 2012

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Guilin's stunning landscape

Beautiful China + Hong Kong
+ 1 extra nights Staying at Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hong Kong

Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination. You can extend your tour with a 3 night stay in Hong Kong. Your choice of hotels in Hong Kong are the Eaton Smart or the Harbour Grand Kowloon.

21 days from £2634

Departing:

18 Jun 2012

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Guilin's stunning landscape

Far East Explorer (Beijing - Bangkok)

23 days from £2599

Departing:

07 Oct 2012
Tiananmen Square, Beijing

Spend time in fascinating Beijing before enjoying a relaxing cruise to some of the most captivating locations in the mystical Far East.

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3-night mini tour of Beijing + Far East Explorer Cruise (Beijing to Bangkok)
+ 2 extra nights

Why not spend a few nights in Beijing before your cruise and enjoy a selection of included excursions that will allow you to discover the very best that this fascinating city has to offer?

25 days from £2839

Departing:

06 Nov 2012

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Far East Explorer (Bangkok - Beijing)

23 days from £2599

Departing:

22 Oct 2012
Grand Palace, Bangkok

Spend time in fascinating Bangkok before enjoying a relaxing cruise to some of the most captivating locations in the mystical Far East.

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Far East Explorer (Bangkok to Beijing) + 3 night mini tour of Beijing
+ 2 extra nights from £260

Why not spend a few nights in Beijing after your cruise and enjoy a selection of included excursions that will allow you to discover the very best that this fascinating city has to offer?

25 days from £2859

Departing:

22 Oct 2012

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