China’s 5,000 years of civilization collide with a 21st-century powerhouse vibe, making the huge country an immensely captivating place to visit. Its innate sense of culture is evident in much loved proverbs; ‘a book is like a garden carried in the pocket’ reads one that neatly evokes China’s widespread characteristics of natural beauty, creativity and no-nonsense practicality. In Beijing, enjoy the splendours of the Forbidden City and take in cutting-edge art at Dashanzi Art District, then head out to the Great Wall; visit Shanghai for urban pizzazz and eye-popping sky-rise architecture; marvel at the misty beauty of the Guilin limestone landscape; cruise the Yangtze to see ancient wonders and (controversial) engineering innovation; sample spicy Sichuan cuisine in Chengdu, also renowned for its giant pandas.
And that’s just for starters. Wherever you go, daily life also delights – from kite flyers to vibrant markets and time-honoured tai chi sessions in public parks.
South China & Indochina Explorer from Dragoman is an exhilarating holiday in Cambodia, China, Thailand. Available from 9 Oct 2020 to 2 Nov 2021 this 26 day trip costs from £2,385 and has a maximum group size of 22 persons.
Explore China on a deeper level from the huge Buddha Statues of Datong to the Sugarloaf Mountains of Guilin. This comprehensive tour will take you from the iconic Great Wall of China, Terracotta Warriors of Xian, Shanghai's intricate neighbourhoods, and the medieval city of Pingyao contrasting the ancient with the modern.
Empires of Central & South East from Dragoman is an exhilarating holiday in Cambodia, China, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan. Available from 26 Jul 2020 to 2 Nov 2021 this 101 day trip costs from £8,135 and has a maximum group size of 22 persons.
Travelling on one of the most scenic and culturally diverse overland journeys in China you will meet the colourful ethnic groups of two stunning provinces as well as explore the picturesque countryside along the Li River.
Enjoy a grand cross-country tour of China, visiting its most iconic sights, seeing pandas up close, journeying through spellbinding scenery and exploring its fascinating cities.
Visit the far west of China to witness diverse cultures and awe-inspiring deserts, explore forgotten cities and learn about its fascinating history. We visit the renowned Sunday market at Kashgar, travel to Lake Karakul amidst stunning scenery and uncover the Buddhist heritage that played such an important role in the history of the Silk Road.
Trekking in wild and remote China, bordering Eastern Tibet
Discover spectacular scenery, distinctive culture and customs of the ethnic minority groups, waterfalls, rice terraces and ancient villages in Yunnan. Visit the rice terraces of Yuanyang, Stone Forest in Shilin, trek up sacred mountains, and continue to Dali. Drive along the shores of Erhai Lake, visit the Three Pagodas and UNESCO-listed Lijiang.
Chinese Silk Route & South East from Dragoman is an exhilarating holiday in Cambodia, China, Thailand. Available from 24 Aug 2020 to 2 Nov 2021 this 72 day trip costs from £6,065 and has a maximum group size of 22 persons.
Contrast China's imperial and communist past in Beijing to its booming present in Shanghai, where we also find European heritage and grandeur. Hike along a wild part of the Great Wall, get close to the Terracotta Army, a 71m high Giant Buddha and adorable panda cubs and marvel at classic storybook landscapes.
