China Holidays
IntroductionMore than just a country, China is a world within itself which has grown up alone and detached. Until the late 19th century, few foreigners had penetrated beyond the capital cities and, while nations and languages have flowered and withered, China has spent the last two thousand years evolving in isolation. See below for our range of China holidays.

Luxury China
FeaturingAman at the Summer Palace, Beijing
Park Hyatt Hotel, Shanghai
Tangula Luxury Train, to Lhasa, Tibet OR Lijiang, Yunnan
Yangzi Explorer Ship, offers a new level of comfort on the Yangste River
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luxury China itinerariesJourney Ideas
To discover where to go in China click on journey ideas in the left hand column.To read Paul Craven ON LOCATION in China, including the NEW YANGZI EXPLORER SHIP please
Click hereClient Viewpoint"China was wonderful. Thank you to Kate for all her expert advice and for arranging such a fantastic holiday for us."Mrs P, Oxford.Where To Go
China holidays offer either the first-time visitor or experienced Sinophile a realm of possibilities. Apart from the legendary sites such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City in
Beijing and the Terracotta Warriors at
Xian, there are many other options open to the intrepid traveller.

Explore
Yunnan Province with its multitude of flowers and Buddhist religion which, unlike in Tibet, has been allowed to grow and flourish.
Alternatively cruise the
Yangtse, in one of the new ships and glimpse the gorge before it disappears for ever.

For the more adventurous, there is always the opportunity of following the ancient
Silk Road west, skirting the formidable Taklamakan Desert to explore the ancient Buddhist caves at Dunhuang and ending at the Sunday market in Kashgar. If time allows on your China holidays, continue across the Tien Shan Mountains into Central Asia or turn south and cross the Karakorum into Pakistan.
Wild China
As seen on the BBC2 seriesPlease click through here for information on our
Wild China.
Our ExpertiseOur staff have travelled extensively in China, so you can rely on their first-hand experience and knowledge.
Our Travel Experts, Kate and Paul, have both recently visited China. Read about their experiences in
On Location or call them on 01285 651010 to discuss your holiday.
When To GoSpring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November).
Being the largest country in the world, the climate in China varies widely. However, spring and autumn are generally the best months in which to travel, with mild temperatures.
Price GuideAll of our holidays are tailor made to fit exactly with our clients' requirements. However, as a general guide, prices start from about £1,900 per person.
Please speak with one of our consultants on 01285 651 010 to discuss the various options available.
Would You Like to Know More?Please call us on
01285 651010, email
east@steppestravel.co.uk or click the link below.
