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Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know China, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
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The Dragon's Backbone Walk
For those who enjoy a little more exercise, the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces at Longji offer a fantastic opportunity to get out into the countryside and visit some wonderful, traditional villages.
Songzanlin Monastery
This 300-year-old monastery houses over 600 Tibetan monks and is one of the most prominent Tibetan monasteries in southwest China.
Panda Research Base
The Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, situated in the north of Chengdu, provides an excellent opportunity to get as close as possible to China's "ambassador" animal.
Dabao Temple Hike
The trek begins at Ruobola Hill, heading through the forests toward Dabao. During the journey the highest sections are around 3,500 metres above sea level.
Summer Palace
Located in the Haidian district in the north of Beijing, the Palace is a classical imperial garden embracing beautiful landscaped hills and lakes.
Temple of Heaven
For a different insight into Chinese religion and history, a popular place to visit is the Temple of Heaven.
Beijing's Hutongs
Take a tricycle tour of Beijing’s unique and famous Hutongs, a maze of old narrow backstreets found in the Changiao area of the Western District.
Terracotta Army Excursion
Leaving the city, visitors drive to the area where the army was first discovered in 1974. What was finally unearthed proved to be one of the 20th century’s greatest archaeological finds, and ranks with the Great Wall and the Forbidden City as one of China’s most potent images.
Visit the Forbidden City
Closed to the world for over 500 years, and home to emperors from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the Forbidden City is a truly fascinating place.
The Great Wall at Jinshanling
Stretching for over 6,000 km to the Gobi Desert in the far west, the Great Wall remains one of the world’s true must-see sights.
Shanghai Highlights
Shanghai has very few Buddhist temples, so the Jade Buddha Temple is well known and well used. The Yuyuan Garden and Bazaar are located at the south-eastern end of the old city, its bustling maze of narrow lanes lined with traditional houses.
Morning Shanghai Bicycle Tour
This guided cycling tour around Shanghai’s old town and French Concession backstreets shows you a salt-of-the-earth side of the city that few visitors experience. You’ll pass tiny street markets, and stop off at a public park and a Buddhist temple.
Beijing City Tour
To really experience Beijing you need to get out onto the streets. The Forbidden City is one of the most fascinating places in Beijing and is well worth a visit.
Yulong River Bamboo Rafting
Guests are driven to the Yulong River to board a bamboo raft. This is extremely relaxing and offers superb views and photographic opportunities.
Suzhou Excursion
Suzhou is a city with over 2,500 years of history. Following completion of the Grand Canal in the Sui Dynasty, the town grew and prospered from the trade that passed through its gates.
Li River Cruise
Spend the morning on a leisurely cruise along the Li River, starting at Guilin and ending at the small town of Yangshuo. En route, the cruise passes through extraordinary scenery, with karst limestone pinnacles thrusting up from the bamboo-covered plains.
Tiger Leaping Gorge Excursion
Tiger Leaping Gorge measures 16 km and has an awesome depth of 3,900 metres, making it one of the deepest gorges in the world.
The Legend of Kung Fu Performance
This exciting piece of theatre comprises a number of spectacular and highly skilled Kung Fu demonstrations, following the story of a young Shaolin Monk as he trains in the discipline.
Guided Countryside Bike Ride
Experience the sublime local scenery on a leisurely bike ride to the Yulong River area. The villages here are still relatively untouched by tourism, and visitors are often greeted by friendly villagers working in the paddy fields.
Culinary Tour of Shanghai
Visit Zhonghua market in Shanghai and wander down some of the famous side streets sampling regional delicacies with a guide, who will be able to give you all sorts of recommendations.
Chengdu Lost Plate Food Tour
Chengdu’s food scene brings together a lively mélange of Sichuan dishes, from Sichuan stuffed pancakes to traditional hot pots. Sample it all on a tuk-tuk food tour, dining at secret places around the city, led by a local bilingual guide.
Shanghai Acrobatics
Gifted Chinese acrobats perform the contortions and feats of balance that have made them famous throughout the world.
Daju to Qiaotou Trek — 2 Days
The walk begins gently as you make your way to the ferry that takes you across the river. The high path then leads you into the gorge and on to the village of Walnut Grove.
Sanctuary Cruises
Cruising on the Yangtze River is a truly unique experience, with Sanctuary Cruises being the latest addition for the discerning traveller.
Dali, the Three Pagodas & Erhai Lake
Explore what Dali and its surrounding area has to offer. First head to Erhai Lake where you board your boat and spend a couple of hours cruising on the beautiful freshwater lake.
Mogao Caves
The caves here are among the finest examples of Buddhist art in the world. There are 45,000 square feet of murals to savour, though the most rewarding visits take in around seven or eight of the best caves.
Victoria Cruises
There are a number of companies operating cruises on the Yangtze River, and Victoria Cruises is one of the best.
