China Holidays | Holidays to China 2024 | Travel Department (2024)

Discover Cultural China

From Beijing to Shanghai

The Great Wall & the Terracotta Warriors

Local Expert Guides to assist & inspire

Discover architecture from imperial dynasties, Buddhist temples, glittering cities and famous landmarks on our holidays to China. From ancient traditions and centuries of history to fascinating culture, we want to create memories for you that last a lifetime.

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Beijing

As the capital of China, Beijing is full to the brim with must-see attractions. On our trips to China, we’ll visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest squares in the world, and The Forbidden City, which served as the political centre of Chinese government for almost 500 years. We’ll be able to visit the attached Palace Museum, where we can learn about the many Emperors of China through a large collection of art, precious metals and sculptures. While in Beijing, we’ll also have time to stroll down the famous Qianmen Street, one of the oldest and most beautiful pedestrian streets in China.

The Great Wall of China

Originally a series of smaller walls insulating various independent Chinese states, the Great Wall of China was connected more than 2000 years ago by the Emperor Qin to defend the first unified kingdom of China. Further extensions and restorations performed by the later Chinese dynasties developed the wall into the world famous feat of engineering that its known as today. On our trips to China, we’ll have the opportunity to see sections of the Great Wall and hear about its incredible history from our expert guide.

Xi’an

Once a vital stop on the Silk Road, Xi’an is one of the oldest and most interesting cities in China. The city is enclosed by an ancient wall which was re-constructed in the 14th century and visitors to the city can still stroll or bike along the fortification today. On our holidays to Xi’an, we’ll also get to explore the Wild Goose Pagoda, a Buddhist temple built in the 7th century, and the world-famous Terracotta Army. As always, an expert guide will be on hand to give us the history of the city and offer recommendations for what to do during our free time in Xi’an.

Shanghai

When we think of modern China, the glittering skyline of Shanghai is probably one of the first images that comes to mind. On our guided holidays to China, we’ll get to see this incredible city up close. From a trip to the top of the futuristic-looking Oriental Pearl Tower to a tour of floating Yu Garden, our expert guide will show us the highlights of this iconic city. As always, our tours allow for plenty of free time for us to savour the local culture, we recommend trying Shanghai’s most famous cuisine, Peking Duck!

Holidays & Tours In China

China is a vast and diverse country that is known not only for its incredibly rich history, but also its modern metropolitan cities and fantastic food. When joining us on one of our holidays to China, we’ll have the opportunity to immerse ourselves in this unique and fascinating culture. We’ll explore the beautiful architecture of imperial dynasties, learn about the world's creation at Buddhist temples and experience the sights and sounds of the sprawling cities of Beijing and Shanghai. Of course, the highlight of any visit is sure to be a trip to the Great Wall of China, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Our China holidays also take us to some of its lesser-known attractions for a truly authentic experience. While traveling between China's cities, we’ll be treated to many picturesque landscapes including imposing mountains and quaint rural villages.

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