AITO: The Association of Independent Tour Operators

China by Bushbaby Travel

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Many of the riches of the country need very little introduction; from the Great Wall, to the Terracotta Army to Tiananmen Square. Even the cities vie for attention in diverse ways, from Shanghai’s skyscrapers to Beijing’s historical riches and the metropolis of Hong Kong and its colonial ‘East meets West’ unique vibe.

Obviously, a landscape so vast offers plenty of exciting adventures for the visitor making China an exciting contender as a family holiday destination. Little ones can build their own terracotta warriors whilst older or more intrepid children race to the finish treasure-hunting in the Forbidden City. Biking, hiking, kayaking and rock climbing are easily accessible, and

Many of the riches of the country need very little introduction; from the Great Wall, to the Terracotta Army to Tiananmen Square. Even the cities vie for attention in diverse ways, from Shanghai’s skyscrapers to Beijing’s historical riches and the metropolis of Hong Kong and its colonial ‘East meets West’ unique vibe.

Obviously, a landscape so vast offers plenty of exciting adventures for the visitor making China an exciting contender as a family holiday destination. Little ones can build their own terracotta warriors whilst older or more intrepid children race to the finish treasure-hunting in the Forbidden City. Biking, hiking, kayaking and rock climbing are easily accessible, and teens will love the military jeep or side-car tours as an alternative to schlepping around temples. Itineraries can be as short as a weekend hop in the middle of your annual holiday (in some cities no visa is required) to a multi-stop smorgasbord of adventure as long as you please.