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Highlights of China including pandas and Tibet

This holiday to China includes many of the classic highlights as well as the chance to see one of the country’s most iconic residents, the giant panda, before flying to the Buddhist world of Tibet.

14 days from £4,545pp

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Luxury Hosted Holiday to China

Explore the classic sites of China plus the oasis Silk Road city of Dunhuang, accompanied throughout by a private host who will bridge the gap between cultures.

12 days from £18,115pp

Lines of terracotta warriors stood in tomb trenches.

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This family holiday includes many of the classic highlights of China with plenty of exciting things to both educate, excite and entertain the children.

Family Holiday to China

12 days from £3,335pp

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China – Walled Cities and Buddhist Cave Art

This fabulous holiday idea to China showcases some of the classic sites as well as less known gems such as the walled city of Pingyao and the Buddhist caves at Datong.

14 days from £6,040pp

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China – Shangri-La and Beyond

Exploring the far north western region of Yunnan, this holiday to Shangri-La is ideal for travellers wishing to experience remote, untouched and wild regions of China.

12 days from £5,695pp

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Highlights of China including Yangtze Cruise

This classic holiday encompasses many of the highlights China has to offer, including Beijing and Xian as well as a Yangtze cruise and the beautiful karst limestone peaks of Guilin. A great first holiday to China with a fabulous mix of Chinese…

15 days from £4,600pp

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Highlights of China including pandas and Tibet

This holiday to China includes many of the classic highlights as well as the chance to see one of the country’s most iconic residents, the giant panda, before flying to the Buddhist world of Tibet.

14 days from £4,545pp

Idea

Luxury Hosted Holiday to China

Explore the classic sites of China plus the oasis Silk Road city of Dunhuang, accompanied throughout by a private host who will bridge the gap between cultures.

12 days from £18,115pp

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This family holiday includes many of the classic highlights of China with plenty of exciting things to both educate, excite and entertain the children.

Family Holiday to China

12 days from £3,335pp

Idea

China – Walled Cities and Buddhist Cave Art

This fabulous holiday idea to China showcases some of the classic sites as well as less known gems such as the walled city of Pingyao and the Buddhist caves at Datong.

14 days from £6,040pp

Idea

China – Shangri-La and Beyond

Exploring the far north western region of Yunnan, this holiday to Shangri-La is ideal for travellers wishing to experience remote, untouched and wild regions of China.

12 days from £5,695pp

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Highlights of China including Yangtze Cruise

15 days from £4,600pp

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Waldorf Astoria Hotel £££££

China
City

The striking, contemporary exterior of The Waldorf Astoria stands in contrast to the soft and elegant interior where sleek modern art combines with oriental charm. The 176 rooms are spacious and stylish with most located in the main, modern building and a few in a separate wing, in the style of a hutong courtyard. Butler service and access to a private terrace or courtyard garden are all an option. With a wonderfully central location, guests at the Waldorf can easily explore the highlights of the city or relax in the spa or by the heated pool.

Aman at Summer Palace £££££

China
City

Adjacent to the East Gate of the Summer Palace grounds, Aman at Summer Palace is housed in a series of dwellings, most of which date back over 100 years. The 51 rooms and suites are elegant yet undeniably Chinese and surround internal courtyards crisscrossed by pathways, separating formal gardens of bamboo and indigenous trees. The decor pays homage to the traditional Chinese architecture of the Summer Palace.

Red Wall Garden Hotel £££££

China
City

Red Wall Garden Hotel is a charming, traditional-style hotel located inside one of the cities historical hutongs. Hutongs are traditional narrow alleys and single-story courtyard houses that once dominated the city of Beijing. The 40 comfortable guestrooms include seven suites and at the heart of the hotel is the pretty courtyard, a social area to dine or relax in the sun.

Cote Cour £££££

China
City

Located in a historically protected hutong area of the old city amidst a maze of narrow alleyways, Cote Cour is a boutique hotel with just 14 rooms. Nestled around a pretty central courtyard the rooms and communal areas combine a mix of old and new styles. The authentic feel of the hotel is in keeping with the traditional building yet none of the modern comforts is missing.

Peninsula Hotel, Beijing £££££

China
City

The Peninsula Beijing must be the number one address in the city. Situated in the centre of Beijing, the imposing exterior has been built in a traditional Chinese architectural-style and combines Chinese craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology and outstanding service. The 230 elegant guestrooms are extremely spacious and elegant and additional facilities include a spa and indoor swimming pool.