Route: Shanghai [ view map ]
Features: Over a period of two-hundred years, Shanghai grew from a small walled fishing community to Asia's most powerful financial centre. This tour will take you through that remarkable place, and show you landmarks that define each era of the city's past.

Features: Beijing is the cultural and political capital of the People's Republic of China. In its ancient streets visitors can see relics of the city's fascinating history; from the finery of the imperial residences to the grand halls of the modern government. Following the spectacular Beijing Olympics of 2008, there has never been a better time to explore this unique place.

Features: The Summer Palace, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors and Forbidden City are just some of the iconic architectural wonders that can be viewed in these two great cities of the ancient world. Visitors will have an opportunity to explore these magnificent landmarks, whilst learning about the culture and people of the region. This tour is an incomparable experience for lovers of ancient history.

Features: The water towns of the Jiangnan region are totally unique in China and the world. Amongst these, Zhouzhuang is considered by many to be most beautiful. Its profoundly elegant waterways have been immortalized in paintings by some of China's finest artists, and tourists from all over the world flock here to enjoy walking the narrow lanes and arched bridges.

Features: Hangzhou's West Lake is an area of outstanding natural beauty that holds a special place in Chinese legend and folklore. With its man-made islands and causeways, the lake has long been popular with China's intellectuals and poets and its beauty has inspired thousands of written tributes. Take a guided tour around its mountainous fringed edges, and learn about the people and places that have made Hangzhou so famous.

Features: In the heart of modern Suzhou, the spirit of the ancient city lives on. In this city of artists and merchants, you will discover the story behind the growth and development of one of China's great cities.

Features:The Terracotta Warriors of Xian have captivated the world since they were unearthed a little over 30 years ago.  This remarkable network of tombs, containing 6000 terracotta figures of soldiers and horses, has served as the intriguing legacy of Ying Zheng. – the first Emperor of the Qin dynasty – who was buried here in 210 BC.  Visitors to Xian can expect to learn about this astonishing man, and the story of the city that served as his capital.  

Features:The iconic limestone peaks of Guangxi Province offer a spectacular backdrop for holidaymakers seeking relaxation and fresh air.  On a slow cruise along the meandering Lijiang River, visitors can view the scenery before pausing to spend an afternoon in the stunning riverside town of Yangshuo.  

Features: Guilin is famed for its natural beauty, Enjoy green hills and fields, lush forests and spectacular hills. Don’t forget the beautiful Li River, where you can take a river cruise and admire the landscape from the comfort of a bamboo boat!