Top China Day Trips - page 5

Discover the amazing Longji Rice Terraces, uncover the mysterious Zhuang and Yao villages, experience the ethnic minority people's way of life. Reminder: The full-day tour of Longji Rice Terraces & minority villages takes place in Guilin and Yangshuo every day. We will be able to guide your adventures equally well from either Yangshou or Guilin.

Fujian’s tulou—enormous communal homes—hold UNESCO World Heritage status. The 5-building Tianluokeng cluster is one of the area’s most iconic. Save hours of travel and hassle on this private tour with hotel pickup and a translator/guide to connect you with locals. Enjoy a Hakka lunch in a family home, see the Yuchang Building, and visit Taxia water town.

Experience Yangshuo’s scenic beauty and culture on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, board a bamboo raft (extra expense) and marvel at the region’s dramatic karst landscapes and historic bridges. Then, hop on a bicycle and pedal past rice paddies and majestic mountains while exploring Yangshuo’s countryside with a local guide.

Dujiangyan Panda base is close to the panda's wild habitat area. here you will see some pandas back from overseas such as Baobao( which had been in Washington D.C until 2017 and Taishan which was born in Smith National Zoo in Washington D.C, US) Mt.Qingcheng is very beautiful for view and good for hiking . the movie Kungfu Panda crew got much inspiration from Mt.Qingcheng.

Unless you speak Chinese, the Great Wall of China is tough to reach by public transportation. Take it easy by joining this convenient small-group tour to the Great Wall at Jinshanling, a scenic stretch that’s less crowded than the Great Wall at Badaling. If you want to ride the cable car, your guide can help arrange tickets (at your own expense).

The most representative scenic spot of Longji terraces is Ping'an Terraces Fields, there are two unique landscapes which are " 9 Dragons and 5 Tigers"and "Seven Stars with the Moon" ,"9 Dragons" refers to the nine small ridges where the main vein of the Dragon's Ridge branches off, and "5 Tigers" refers to the five slightly raised hills here."Kowloon" and "Five Tigers" are all surrounded by terraces."Seven Stars" refers to the seven hills that were left behind when the sky was opened. The seven hills are stacked in the center of the seven fields. From a distance, they look like seven twinkling stars, guarding the curved part of the dragon's spine.Because of the existence of the "Five Tigers of Kowloon" and "Seven Stars Accompanying the Moon", Ping An Terraces is as beautiful as a broom pastoral. Walking into the this rice terraces,you will see the slopes are filled with overlapping terraces that go straight to the sky.The ring-shaped mountain that stretches looks like a huge dragon.

Head out to Dazu County, known for its rock carvings, with this guided tour. Your driver will meet you in the lobby of your Chongqing hotel and take you to Dazu, where you can admire various carvings, the oldest of which date from the 7th century AD. Opt for a self-guided tour or upgrade to a guided tour to include lunch and entrance fees.

Travel to the Jinshanling Great Wall with ease on a private tour from Beijing with a driver who takes you on the 100-mile (160 km) trip north of the city. This section of the wall is located in a drier, starker environment than some other sections, providing a more remote atmosphere that you'll enjoy as you hike independently while the driver waits for you.

Christian Orthodox churches are known for being ornately decorated and built with beautiful architecture. Take a private tour of some of Montenegro’s stunning monasteries on this full-day tour from Podgorica. With a private guide, visit unique structures that range from one built in a rockface to one of the most visited monasteries in the Balkan region.

Enjoy the beauty of the Li River and the karst formations of the area on this river cruise in Yangshuo with an English speaking guide. You’ll be collected from your hotel in Guilin, then taken to the port where you board your boat. You’ll cruise along the river to Yangshuo, having a buffet lunch along the way. Choose to stay in Yangshuo or get a transfer back to Guilin.

The winding rivers, historical buildings, ancient walls, fantastic museums of Nanjing earned the city as " One of Six Ancient Capitals." Tour Nanjing's must-see sites and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on this full-day private customized tour, which includes transportation on a bullet/fast train, a customizable itinerary, or upgrade the tour with lunch included. Travel with your own personal expert guide and gain a great insight into local history, culture and custom.

The karst landscapes and countryside charm of the Li River make a Li River cruise a Guilin must-do. Spare yourself the crowding of public transport and coach tours with a private driver and discover the stories behind the karst as you cruise with a private guide. Enjoy time in Yangshuo’s notorious West Street before your driver returns you to your hotel.

On this private day-trip from Chongqing, explore the remarkable Wulong Karst National Geology Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007, without a large and noisy tour group to disturb your peace and quiet. Take your time touring the park’s highlights, including the stalactite-filled Furong Cave, the grand Three Natural Bridges cluster and the Houping Giant Doline, a massive sinkhole that’s home to its own lush forests.

This is a private day trip tour only for you(your group) with round trip transfer by air-conditioned private vehicle from your hotel in downtown Guangzhou. We will travel 2.5 hours north of Guangzhou, to explore the picturesque mountain forest with huge waterfall scenery and marvellous caves, immerse in the beautiful landscape in the countryside and escape the bustle city. Here're what you could do for this tour(all available and optional based on your interest): 1) Stroll on the floating bridge along the underground river to explore the cave; 2) Walk inside the cave, enjoy its beautiful natural art of karst rocks; 3) Step on the transparent skywalk glass bridge to have a panoramic view of the mount and valley; 4) Recreational rides like Zipline, mountain slide car, cliff swing and so on; 5) Take wonderful photos of the undisturbed natural preservation. Attentive care and full escort by your local English-speaking guide and private car transfer guarantee a smooth private tour.^_^.

Visit two of south China’s most celebrated water towns Tongli and Zhouzhuang on a private tour from Suzhou. Explore the remarkable township scenery full of the ancient old architecture, stone bridges, calm canal streams as well as the active and tantalizing alley streets, travel with your own local knowledgeable guide to gain a great insight to the local culture and tastes.

Exploring the scenic Sichuan province beyond Chengdu can prove difficult without a car of your own. Instead, let a guide handle the logistics as you embark on a full-day, private tour to two of the area's UNESCO World Heritage sites—the city of Dujiangyan and Mount Qingcheng, the birthplace of China’s Taoist religion. Snap photos of ancient architecture, explore temples, and see the inspiration behind the village in the "Kung Fu Panda" movies.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Chengdu to experience the natural splendor of the Sichuan region on this immersive, full-day excursion. First, journey to Mt. Qingcheng (Qingcheng Shan) to visit temples and hike through bamboo forests, then continue to the historic Dujiangyan Irrigation System to learn how the structure led to significant agricultural development in the region. There's no need to navigate unfamiliar roads with round-trip transport included, and a local guide is on hand throughout to provide context you'd otherwise miss out on.

Spare yourself the time and hassle of Chinese public transport with this convenient guided tour that covers two picturesque water towns: Suzhou and Zhouzhuang. In Suzhou, discover the Master-of-Nets Garden, the old city wall at Panmen Gate, and a silk mill. In Zhouzhuang, admire attractions like the celebrated Double Bridges. Tour includes a local restaurant lunch.

Explore beautiful Suzhou and the famous water village Tongli in this private day trip from Shanghai. Accompanied by your profession private guide, and visit the top attractions based on your interests in Suzhou such as Humble Administrator's Garden, historical Pingjiang Road and etc.. In addition, visit Tuisi Garden (Retreat & Reflection Garden) and enjoy a relaxing boat ride in Tongli water village.

Make the most of a half a day by visiting the sites that you want to see at the Nanjing Purple Mountain Scenic Area on this private tour that works around your schedule. Top attractions include the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, the Xiaoling Tomb of the First Ming Dynasty Emperor and the Lingu Buddhist Temple. Tour includes guide, driver and vehicle with air conditioning.

Experience Xining on a fun and informative all-day private tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore this fascinating and diverse city with a personal driver-guide. Visit one of the largest Tibetan monasteries, Kumbum, the Dongguan Mosque, and a traditional local market. Enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch included in the cost of your tour.

Enjoy an exclusive private day tour to beautiful " Pearl City " Wuxi, make your way to Wuxi from Shanghai by travel in the modern bullet train, Explore the top sites such as Lingshan Giant Buddha, Taihu Lake, Nianhua Bay village or Nanchang old street etc. with customizable itinerary catering to your interests. Have good learning about the local culture, history, custom from your guide.

Discover one of China’s ancient capitals—Luoyang on this comprehensive day tour. By opting for a private tour, you won’t have to wait around for other travelers and will have a more personalized experience. Save time and visit multiple attractions in a day, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site—Longmen Grottoes, the White Horse Temple, Luoyang Museum, and the Shaolin Temple.

Pair the flexibility of independent travel with the convenience of an organized tour on this private guided door-to-door day tour to two of the top attractions near Louyang. Start by visiting the Shaolin Temple for a kung fu show. Afterwards, tour the Longmen Grottoes, a wonderland of over 100,000 ancient Buddhist carvings.