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China Holidays 2022/23

Immerse yourself in millennia of fascinating history and culture, marvel at breath-taking and diverse scenery – much of it unlike anything else on earth, visit dazzling cities and iconic landmarks, see enchanting scenery, mystical temples and golden palaces. Visit the instantly lovable pandas and classics such as the Great Wall of China, the Terracotta Warriors and the Yangtze River. All this and so much more awaits on a trip to China.

Beijing alone has many must-see sights, including the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, a vast complex of ornate courtyards and splendid halls that celebrates China’s rich dynastic heritage.

Further afield there’s Shanghai, one of the most futuristic and pulsating cities in Asia, and the instantly recognisable Yunnan Stone Forest, a spectacular collection of limestone peaks, pillars and stalagmites. You can follow in the footsteps of Marco Polo along the Silk Road, journey to the roof of the world that is Tibet or take a river cruise on the Yangtze and the Three Gorges Dam, a modern-day wonder that claims to be the world’s largest power station. Not as well known as the Yangtze but no less impressive is the Li River, where you can cruise past jagged peaks and lush scenery that has inspired artists and poets for centuries. And no visit to China is complete without seeing part of the Great Wall, the 4,000 mile-long fortification built to stave off invaders.

The Terracotta Warriors at Xian have to be seen to be believed. Discovered only as recently as 1974, over 10,000 have been discovered so far, but this ‘live’ excavation site is bound to give up more secrets in the years to come. China’s other famous residents are Giant Pandas, with Chengdu – their ‘home town’ – being the best place to see them.

With a dazzling array of itineraries available, let our experts help you create the perfect holiday to China.

 

BEST TIME TO VISIT:

China is subject to huge variations in weather. Winters in the North (November to February) can be very cold and hit freezing conditions, whereas Summers can become very hot (June to August). In the central areas the winters tend to be wetter and the summers longer and more humid.

LANGUAGE:

The official language is Mandarin but many dialects are spoken. English is spoken in hotels and key tourist locations but less in rural areas.

CURRENCY:

Renminbi or Yuan.

FLIGHT INFORMATION:

Direct airlines include Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. Cathay Pacific has great connections via Hong Kong.

FLYING TIME FROM UK:

Approx. 10 hours (Beijing); 11 hours (Shanghai).

 

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China Tours & Holidays

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Abercrombie & Kent The Wonders of China

On this tailor-made luxury tour, you will uncover the secrets of ancient China, the world’s oldest continuous civilization. You will gaze out over the iconic Great Wall and discover the legendary Terracotta Warriors.

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APT China With Tibetan Discovery

Ascend to the ‘Place of the Gods’ and discover Tibet with China. From prayer wheels to bazaars and holy temples, discover the rooftop of the world with APT.

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Club Med Beidahu

Nestled at the foot of the pine-covered slopes of Jilin province, this resort combines family ski trips with the traditions of northeast China.

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Club Med Guilin

The 4* all inclusive resort of Club Med Guilin is set amid the hauntingly beautiful Karst mountains of China. With verdant valleys, magnificent lakes, caves, rice paddies and the majestic River Li, the picture of mystical China is complete.

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Club Med Yabuli

Situated in China’s largest ski domain, this Club Med resort is perfect for skiers of all ski levels

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