China Tour 2025/2026: 8 Most Popular & Trending Tours
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Need a trip to explore China in 2025/2026? Our top 8 tours – based on popularity, diversity, and real reviews – not only take you to the classic delights like Beijing and Shanghai but also to the quieter splendors of Lijiang and Zhangjiajie.
Just check the routes, share your unique needs with us, and book your private China journey now to enjoy a free dinner or a free SIM card for you to use in China. It is valid only until July 31, 2025!
Top 4 China Private Tours 2025/2026
These are our four most popular China tour itineraries, covering all the classic sights. 87% of first-time travelers prefer these routes to start their private China tour. If you have other interests or needs, you can simply start planning your tailor-made private tour with us.
China's Highlights - 11 Days
If you're a fan of natural scenery, outdoor activities, or authentic countryside experiences, you shouldn't miss Guilin and Yangshuo. Our 11-day China tour includes visits to Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, and Shanghai. This is our most popular 11-day itinerary - it splendidly merges history, culture, modernity, rural landscapes, and the local lifestyle, offering you the perfect opportunity to discover the 'Real China'.
Best of China - 13 Days
This 2-week tour immerses you in China's top cultural and natural highlights. Beyond Beijing's Great Wall, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, Guilin's serene landscapes, and Shanghai's vibrant metropolis, you'll embark on an adventure to Chengdu—home of pandas and delicious Sichuan cuisine. Experience China's rich history, diverse landscapes, and dynamic cities in the most favored 2-week journey.
China Impression Journey - 11 Days
Want to enjoy natural landscapes in a relaxing way and explore China's most surreal mega city-Chongqing? This 11-day tour is perfect for you. Combining the iconic golden triangle – Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai – with a day trip to Chongqing and a cruise along the Yangtze River, you'll visit the historical landmarks and enjoy the picturesque views along the country's longest river.
Classic China Tour - 8 Days
Discover China's heart in just 8 days. The most popular one-week Classic China Tour takes you to visit the wonderful Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, the ancient warriors of Xi'an, and the modern vibrancy of Shanghai. A journey blending rich history and China's contemporary pulse. Your Time-smart choice.
Top 4 New Tours to China 2025/2026
Interest in these four tours is rapidly growing. They offer unique opportunities to discover China's hidden gems, such as Zhangjiajie, Lijiang, and Dali. You can explore these tours individually or blend them with the above classic routes for an enriched and expansive experience.
Best of Cultural & Natural - 10 Days
Do you know Avatar Mountain? If so, Zhangjiajie should be on your list. And this package lets you explore the mountain firsthand and walk upon the world's longest glass bridge. For those who like nature, consider extending your Zhangjiajie stay by an extra day to the Grand Canyon. These unique experiences, combined with the classic tour plan, will make your China trip truly unforgettable!
Best of Yunnan - 8 Days
Yunnan province is a majestic and diverse region with stunning landscapes and rich ethnic customs. On this 8-day private tour through Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La, you will explore ancient towns, journey down the Tea Horse Road, and marvel at the Tiger Leaping Gorges and the Stone Forest, among other attractions. It's the most classic Yunnan tour.
Best of Shanghai & Its Surroundings - 9 Days
Embark on this 9-day tour across one of China's fastest-growing regions: Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. This itinerary presents an intriguing journey across time, providing insightful glimpses into these locations' rich past, vibrant present, and promising future. In addition, you'll experience the enchanting water town and the awe-inspiring Huangshan Mountain.
Classic Xinjiang Tour - 8 Days
With the rise of the Belt and Road Initiative, interest in the Silk Road is rapidly intensifying, especially the Xinjiang section. This tour takes you to the heart of the ancient Silk Road, including Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar. You'll visit attractions such as the Bazaar, Astana Tombs, and the Ruins of the Ancient City of Jiaohe. It's a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience not to be missed.
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Find a tour you like and tell us more about your needs.
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We will then provide you with a proposal for the itinerary according to your needs and promised discount.
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We will discuss and refine your itinerary with you until you are satisfied.
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You will enjoy your unique and memorable China tour with China Travel!
Beijing 2025
The sight seeing was Amazing! Unforgettable experience. Jack was very knowledgeable about the history from symbols, statues and how everything was built. Thank you Jack for being an amazing tour guide?????
Shanghai
Shanghai was the last part of our trip in China. We arrived late in the evening and our guide, Wini, waited to take us to the hotel. She was immediately very welcoming and friendly! In the next 2 days she made us appreciate the modern and ancient part of Shanghai, the beautiful ancient Chinese gardens of Souzhou and the romantic atmosphere of Tongli water village. She was very knowledgeable, professional and nice. We totally recommend visiting Shanghai with Wini!
Great trip experience with Martin
Our tour guide, Martin, was a born and raised Shanghai native, and it showed! Great all-around, knowledgeable, helpful, detailed and entertaining Guide. We learned so much from him and would easily recommend him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 1. Do I have to choose one of the most popular and new trending itineraries to enjoy the promotion?
No. You could enjoy the discounted price by choosing from one of the 8 most popular and new itineraries, or telling us your ideas for your private China tour.
We understand the importance of personalizing your trip to ensure your utmost satisfaction, such as destinations, group size, hotel preference, travel time, etc. We're here to ensure that your trip caters to your preferences and delivers a memorable experience.
- 2. How long does it take to get a response?
Usually, it takes 1 working day for your travel advisor to reply to you after getting your inquiry.
It may take longer for her/him to send you the tour proposal with the price for a complicated or long itinerary, but she/he will inform you in advance.
- 3. When is the best time to book the tour?
The sooner, the better. The promotion is valid before July 31, 2025.
- 4. Do you have a Cancellation Policy?
Yes. With over 25 years in the business, we understand that there can be various valid reasons for cancellations. That's why we offer a flexible Cancellation Policy.
You can enjoy a 100% refund on any payments made to China Travel 3 weeks before departure, excluding penalties charged by hotels and transportation if applicable. Check more details at our Cancellation Policy