Discover China

Let our team of experts guide you through this land of ancient civilization, friendly people, and many of the world’s most revered treasures, such as The Great Wall, Terra-Cotta Warriors & Horses and the Yangtze River . Today, one can also find spectacular architecture and towering skylines in Shanghai and Beijing . China is a country of immense size and variety. This vastness not only adds to the excitement of planning your trip, but also to the dilemma of which cities and regions to visit.

 We know, we’ve been there!

For first timers we recommend the following cities:

BEIJING

Beijing is the Chinese capital and a city of everlasting charm.  In fact, few cities in the world can match Beijing for its myriad of captivating sites.  As the capital for 34 emperors over 600 years, the city is teeming with relics from the past, including magnificent palaces, elegant gardens, cultural relics and fascinating art works.  Beijing is a vibrant city of 15 million inhabitants that is rich in culture and history.  Some of Beijings many attractions include The Great Wall, Summer Palace (an Imperial Garden in Beijing), Temple of Heaven (an Imperial Sacrificial Altar in Beijing), Imerial Tombs of the Ming and Quing Dynasties and so much more.

SHANGHAI

Shanghai is an exciting and dynamic metropolis of 16 million inhabitants located at the mouth of China's Yangtze River.  Since 1842, the city has grown into a massive international port that has attracted people from around the globe.  Many people visit Shangai for its world-class shopping found on Nanjing Road which is Shanghai's world-famous shopping paradise.

XIAN

Xian is considered the most important city in northeast China.  Sourrounded by hills and mountains this 3000 year old walled city is a living, breathing museum of China's past.  A discovery 35 years ago revealed a pit of life-sized warriors-none of which are identical-and their accompanying terra cotta horses and chariots.  Today 8,000 warriors have been found making it the "largest underground military museum in the world."   A fascinating city to put on your list of must sees!

 Our experts have an extensive array of product knowledge.  Frequent visits to China have ensured that we keep up with the quality of western style hotels we recommend, which sights to see, where to shop and to eat and the best time to travel.  We deal with many reliable tour companies.  If you want a motor coach tour or a private tour tailored to your needs, we can arrange this for you.

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