These 8 exemplary China tours are specifically designed for first-time visitors to China, offering a diverse range of experiences catered to differing interests and durations of stay. From exploring ancient history and vibrant cultures to experiencing stunning natural landscapes and bustling modern cities, each tour provides a unique perspective of this diverse country.
These are provided as inspiration and a possible framework for your own tailor-made China tour. Tell us what you would like. Our dedicated one-to-one experts will customize any itinerary to suit your interests, tastes, and budget.
China Tours Featuring the Best-Liked Destinations
Here are the best tours chosen by 90% of our first-timer customers, including the most popular destinations in China. The exclusive experiences picked/designed by China Highlights will help you get closer to China's nature, culture, and people.
Beijing, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Shanghai
Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Yangtze Cruise, Shanghai
Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin/Yangshuo, Shanghai
Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Top Longer Itineraries for Exploring More of China
The China tours below are recommended for travelers who would like to explore more of China, go further west, and get off the beaten path. Don't hesitate to tell us if you have your own ideas for designing a trip.
Shanghai, Guilin, Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-la, Chengdu, Xi'an, Beijing
Beijing, Xi'an, Lhasa, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Shanghai
Beijing, Xi'an, Zhangye, Dunhuang, Xinjiang, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai
Shanghai, Suzhou, Huangshan, Hangzhou, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Xi'an, Datong, Beijing
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