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A China Experience

From ancient dynasties to dazzling skylines — discover China’s past, present and future in one extraordinary journey.

What to Expect
What to Expect
WHat's included
WHat's included
Highlights
Highlights

A China Experience

A journey through one of the world’s oldest and most captivating civilisations, A China Experience combines iconic sights, seamless travel and expert guiding into one unforgettable, fully inclusive tour.

From the futuristic skyline of Shanghai to the imperial grandeur of Beijing, this carefully curated itinerary showcases China’s striking contrasts.

You’ll travel by high-speed bullet train, explore ancient cities shaped by dynasties, and stand before wonders that have inspired travellers for centuries.

With flights, accommodation, meals, entrance fees and visas all included, this is an immersive and well-paced introduction to China — designed to let you focus entirely on the experience itself.

Group of people practicing fan dance in a city square, with historic building featuring a clock tower and pink flags in the background, early evening with clear sky.
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The Great Wall isn’t one wall at all. Stretching over 13,000 miles, it’s a series of walls, fortifications and natural barriers built over centuries to protect ancient China — and you’ll walk a beautifully preserved section on this tour.

Tour Highlights

  • Fully inclusive escorted touring with expert local guides

  • All entrance fees included throughout the itinerary

  • Experience China’s ultra-modern bullet train network

  • Visit the extraordinary Terracotta Army

  • Walk along the legendary Great Wall of China

  • Discover imperial landmarks, ancient pagodas and vibrant modern cities

  • Enjoy a scenic Huangpu River cruise

  • Maximum group size: 28

Meals Included
Breakfasts: 8 · Lunches: 7 · Dinners: 8

Accommodation
8 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels

Flights & Extras
International flights and current taxes included
Visa fees included for UK passport holders

Long section of the Great Wall of China stretching over green hills under a partly cloudy sky.
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Shanghai was once a fishing village. Today, Shanghai is home to one of the world’s most futuristic skylines, where colonial-era buildings sit beside soaring skyscrapers and neon-lit riverfronts.

What’s Included

  • Overnight flight from the UK to Shanghai

  • Guided sightseeing in Shanghai, blending historic districts with modern landmarks

  • Visit to Zhujiajiao Water Town, a traditional canal town with stone bridges and waterways

  • Explore Xi’an, including the elegant Little Wild Goose Pagoda

  • Guided visit to the world-famous Terracotta Army

  • High-speed bullet train journey to Beijing

  • Discover imperial Beijing and its historic heart

  • Walk a restored section of the Great Wall of China

  • Return flight from Beijing to the UK.

A modern high-speed train at a train station, with a sleek and streamlined design, white and yellow exterior, and reflective windows.
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China rewards thoughtful planning. Distances are vast and logistics complex — which is why Travel Tailors includes expert guides, entrance fees and high-speed rail, ensuring every moment flows smoothly. Trust Travel Tailors to curate your next adventure.