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China holidays bring together a world of experiences like no other destination. A place where incredibly old and state-of-the-art rub shoulders, China is home to magnificent sights like the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors to roly-poly pandas, vibrant mega-metropolises and serene landscapes.
With a history of civilisation stretching back over 4,000 years it’s little wonder that China boasts an incredible richness of historical wonders. The Great Wall of China, stretching for over 4,000 miles through mountains, forests and deserts , the Forbidden City, the world’s largest palace complex, and the over 8,000 strong Terracotta Army are the icons of the country. However you’ll find exquisite reminders of China’s glorious past all over the country and you may be just as wowed by the magnificent ancient walls of Xian and Pingyao, the Grand Buddha of Leshan or the Hanging temple at Jinxia Gorge.
A China holiday is about so much than history alone though. Covering nearly 4 million square miles and a vast range of landscapes, the natural wonders are more than a match for the historic ones. Enjoy a tranquil cruise through the lush countryside of the Li River, dotted with towering limestone peaks, marvel at the towering cliffs of the Three Gorges on a Yangtze cruiser or get up close and personal with China’s most celebrated bear, the adorable panda in Chengdu. From the snow-capped mountains of Yunnan to the rolling dunes of the Taklaman Desert the diversity is astonishing.
Don’t forget the cities. China’s pace of development in recent years has been nothing short of astonishing and the gleaming metropolises that have sprung up are at the cutting edge of architecture and technology. The astounding skyline of Shanghai may be the most iconic but it is just one of many incredible cities that are breaking the mould, all linked by an ever expanding network of super speedy bullet trains.
Last but by no means least let’s not forget the culture. Every province brings a new set of flavours to its cuisine and a new range of beliefs, philosophies and cultures to it’s way of life and you’ll experience them all on China holiday with Wendy Wu Tours
As the UK's Number 1 China Specialist, we offer nearly 70 holidays to China in almost every province. From short breaks of just a few days to 28 day extravaganzas that provide the ultimate China experience you can also enjoy a host of different styles of travel.
Here's just a small selection of our most popular holidays to whet your appetite. Explore our full collection of tours or call one of our China experts to start planning your next holiday of a lifetime
Departure | Return | Tour Name | Days | Price | |
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28 Oct 2024 | 16 Nov 2024 | Ancient Empires of China & Japan | 20 | was £7,990 £7,390 | Available View Tour |
31 Oct 2024 | 21 Nov 2024 | Magnificent China | 22 | was £4,790 £3,990 | Available View Tour |
01 Nov 2024 | 16 Nov 2024 | Wonders of China | 16 | £4,290 | Available View Tour |
03 Nov 2024 | 18 Nov 2024 | Wonders of China | 16 | £4,290 | Available View Tour |
06 Nov 2024 | 19 Nov 2024 | Majestic Yangtze | 14 | £3,790 | Available View Tour |
09 Nov 2024 | 22 Nov 2024 | Glories of China | 14 | £3,790 | Available View Tour |
23 Dec 2024 | 02 Jan 2025 | Christmas in China | 11 | was £3,990 £3,590 | Only 4 Spaces Left View Tour |
China is a country of variety, from the vibrant cities of Beijing and Shanghai to the calm and charm of the Yangtze River. The cities and regions of China below will provide plenty of inspiration.
All of our holidays in China are accompanied by a dedicated National Escort throughout. We task them with the responsibility to keep you safe, happy, inspired and entertained and they respond with Gusto! Guiding you through the intricacies and eccentricities of the Chinese way of doing things with expert ease.
I am optimistic, easy going and dedicated. I know China and I am excited to share my knowledge with you; you are part of my family when you come to China. To know more about the fast-developing country, China and its super long history and tradition, come and join us Wendy Wu Tours. I promise you will reach home culturally fully loaded and ready to go again.
George was exceptional in his care of us all, nothing was too much trouble, he genuinely cared that we were having a great holiday. His knowledge and that of the local guides at each province gave us great insight into the history of the location and various sightseeing spectacles we were there to see.Mr and Mrs Brown
"Happiness can be infectious". As a friendly, caring and easy-going guide I can ensure you will have a worry-free and most rewarding trip, with a knowledgeable, professional and light-hearted guide.
Our National Guide, Alice, was excellent and very caring and thoughtful for all the group. Our local guides were also very good and provided lots of information and were flexible to allow us enough time to see everything and even arrange extra trips.Mr Andrew Charles
From my passion and knowledge of my country, you will experience a cross-cultural charm, full of stories and laughter on tour with me. You will be left with great memories and knowledge of China.
The success of this tour was due largely to our wonderful National Escort, Amanda, who guided our small “family” throughout and made this trip a "holiday of a lifetime". If you have the opportunity, try to arrange for Amanda to be your Tour Manager!Mr Edward Ayling
This is an experience of a lifetime. If I am your guide, you will have my knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to make this an unforgettable journey.
Our tour guide Jason was brilliant & a credit to your company. He was funny, intelligent, informative, always available and would go the extra mile when neededMrs Carrick
Relax, enjoy and leave the rest to me. See the different, touch the culture and explore the beautiful, wonderful and real China with me. "Do what you love, and love what you do!" This is my slogan, and I am Tony Li, come and join the Wendy Wu Tours with me!
Our National Escort Tony we couldn't speak highly enough. He was very well conversant with the English language and very knowledgeable in the history of the great country of China. Tony catered to our every need which made our holiday stress free.Mrs Diane Foley
Awards are all well and good, but it's our customer feedback that means the most to us. We're proud that so many of our customers would be happy to recommend us to their friends and family - that's all the accolade we need.
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The best times to visit China are in the Spring, which falls between April – May and then in the Autumn, which is between September – October. This is when the weather is much more comfortable for tourists to explore.
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As our tour focuses on unique and authentic experiences restaurants are hand-picked to ensure quality and authentic traditional dishes. Vegetarians and vegans are well catered for as we make sure all dietary requirements are sent over to the guides prior to departure.
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We grade our tours on level of activity and amount of walking involved, which can be found on the tour pages on the website and in our brochures, under ‘Physical Rating’. We grade the tours as follows:
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The Great Wall of China stretches from Shanhaiguan on the Bohai Sea to Lop Lake in the Gobi Desert – around 4,000 miles. Most people visit the Great Wall from Beijing.
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China enjoys seven public holidays every year and although attractions, hotels, and transportation are usually open, they can be extremely busy.
Prices are also normally at a premium so unless you are visiting for the express purpose of experiencing the holiday, these times are generally best avoided.
Many traditional holidays are based on the lunar calendar so the dates change from year to year. Our tours are designed to accommodate the holidays but talk to our team for the dates in your chosen year if you are concerned.
Public Holidays in China Dates
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The use of mobile payment apps like WeChat and Alipay is very popular in China - just about every local and vendor will have WeChat and Alipay. International debit and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) can be used in most hotels and larger shopping malls, but shouldn't be relied on. Cash is still widely accepted, although ATMs that accept international cards are often only found in major cities - so it's best to bring cash with you.
For more information, including instructions on how to install and set up WeChat and Alipay, refer to our Paying in China guide.
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