£1999pp—Explore China for 10 nights

This 10-night itinerary takes you from ancient Beijing to timeless Xi'an, then onwards to sophisticated Shanghai. Finish in Hangzhou, famous for its picturesque West Lake. This deal saves £160–£721 compared to similar tours we've seen elsewhere that have fewer inclusions. 

As of February, 2026, UK passport holders do not need a visa to travel to China. 

What's included

• Outbound flight to Beijing; return flight from Shanghai, with 23kg checked baggage
• Private transfers throughout
• Three nights in Beijing at Hilton Beijing
• Bullet train from Beijing to Xi’an in business class
• Two nights in Xi’an at Crowne Plaza Xi’an Weiyang, an IHG Hotel
• Direct flight from Xi’an to Shanghai
• Three nights in Shanghai at Holiday Inn Shanghai Hongqiao
• Bullet train from Shanghai to Hangzhou in business class
• Two nights in Hangzhou at NARADA Resort & Spa
• Excursions as per itinerary, with English-speaking guides
• Daily breakfast throughout

When
Fly from London Heathrow on 28–29 September; select dates 8–29 November, 2026; 29 January, 2027. Depart from Manchester on 30–31 May, 2026; 2 January, 2027.

Travel from London Gatwick from an extra £130 per person.

Alternative departure dates are available from an extra:

• £50 per person… select dates April; June, 2026; February, 2027
• £150 per person… select dates August; October; December, 2026
• £280 per person… select dates July, 2026

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Itinerary
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted and transported to your hotel in Beijing. The next day, travel to Tiananmen Square. Discover the Forbidden City, the largest collection of ancient buildings in China.

You'll then stop for lunch before continuing to the Great Wall. This impressive fortification has also been voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. The next day will be yours to explore as you wish.

On day four, board the bullet train to Xi'an. You'll be transferred to your hotel, then will have the rest of the day to yourself. 

Spend day five exploring Xi'an, beginning with the world-famous Terracotta Army. Enjoy a Chinese buffet lunch, then visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. This ancient Buddhist pagoda is one of the oldest surviving structures of its kind in China. 

Discover Xi’an's ancient city walls with a guided walk. Finish the day in the city's Muslim Quarter, with its labyrinthine streets and 10th-century mosque. 

It's then time to fly to Shanghai. The following day, join an immersive city tour. Begin in The Bund district, famous for its promenade from which you can take in fantastic views of the Pudong skyline. Continue to the Lujiazui district for lunch. 

Tour Yu Garden, the Old Town Bazaar, and the Nine-turn Bridge in the Chinese Gardens. Explore the former French Concession, walk along Nanjing Road, and visit the Jade Buddha Temple.  

You'll then take the bullet train to Hangzhou, known as one of the Eight Ancient Capitals of China. Spend the next two days here. Be sure to visit West Lake—it's a 50-minute taxi ride from the hotel. This UNESCO-listed lake features picture-perfect pagodas, temples, and gardens. 

Other options

• Stay additional nights in any city from an extra £45 per person, per night
• Add a 2-night stay in Chengdu from an extra £399 per person. This includes internal flights, transfers, a panda tour, and accommodation at the Buddha Zen Hotel with breakfast
• Solo travellers can book this package from an extra £500
• Children can travel from £1499 per child

Transfers & baggage
Both are included.