China's expansive and diverse terrain bestows upon it some of the world's most stunning natural spectacles. Here, you can witness almost every type of landscape imaginable. From the picturesque karst scenery in Guilin and Yangshuo to the awe-inspiring rock pillars of Zhangjiajie; from the multicolored lakes of Jiuzhaigou to the Rainbow Mountains of Zhangye, China's varied and breathtaking natural landscapes are as captivating as its rich cultural heritage.
Through the meticulously curated nature and scenic tours by China Highlights, you can not only fulfill your wish list of visiting acclaimed destinations such as Zhangjiajie, Jiuzhaigou, Guilin, and Huangshan, but also venture off the beaten path to discover hidden gems in remote areas.
Top China Tours with the Mountains and Rivers
These are the top scenic tours to visit the natural wonders in the middle or eastern parts of China. They are recommended for the travelers who love the green landscape including mountains, rivers, waterfalls, and forests.
Top Scenic Tours with the Plateaus and Desert
The tours below are recommended for travelers who would like to discover the natural beauties in the remote areas of China. Although these areas could be difficult to access, the well-designed itineraries below have resolved the problem and will help you explore the snow mountains, desert, grasslands, and more.
Scenic China Tours with Seasonal Blossoms
If you plan to travel in spring or summer, some destinations with both magnificent landscapes and pretty seasonal blossoms might be good choices. The sample itineraries below will help you capture the charm of these seasonal destinations before it's too late.
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China Highlights Huangshan
Many years ago I asked my dearest Chinese professor in Australia where was the prettiest place to visit in China, he said "Yellow Mountain"...well we made it there in May this year. And to have also met with and had our amazing guide Suki to look after us and share her beautiful Huangshan with us was a treasured memory never to be forgotten. What a stunning experience, not for the faint hearted in regard to climbing, however there are options which Suki found for us as my knee injuries were not up to excessive steps etc so changes were made to accomodate my capacity. Thank you so much Suki for an exquisite stay. Tunxi Ancient Street, overnight on Yellow Mountain, Xidi Village and Hongcun Village, everything was superb. Robyn and Patrick more
Jun 2025, Robyn W
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Ann in Zhang jia jie
We travelled to Zhangjiajie in May 2025 . We are pleased to have Ann as our tour guide. She accommodated to our requests and guided us to shopping in the market and other places which were not part our original plan. I highly recommend her to anyone visiting here. more
May 2025, Stein J
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Huangshan with our guide April. If you want to hear more just facts about places. She adds her unique perspective....What fun
Our guide was April. She was exceptional. She shared so much knowledge about herbs..nature..and Chinese traditional medicine. She has a great respect for nature and has great knowledge about the region. We visited the ancient city of Hongcun and then went up the yellow mountain. The home of the inspiration behind Chinese mountain landscapes. What a magical journey we had! more
Apr 2025, Tamara A
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Top Destinations for China's Natural Beauties
Here are the most popular destinations for experiencing the natural beauties of China. Click for more information about each destination and tours there.
What's The Best Time to Visit China's Most Popular Scenic Destinations?
| Destination/Time | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wall | √ | √ | √ | cold |
| Mount Hua | √ | √ | √ | cold |
| Jiuzhaigou & Huanglong | √ | crowded | √ | snowy |
| Mount Emei | √ | rainy & crowded | √ | snowy |
| Zhangjiajie | √ | crowded | √ | cold & slippery |
| Huangshan | √ | crowded | √ | snowy |
| Guilin | √ | √ | √ | cold & wet |
| Mount Wuyi | √ | √ | √ | √ |