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Yangshuo: Bamboo rafting on the Li River

Over 40 kilometres long, the Yulong River is the largest branch of the magnificent Li River. Flowing through several towns and villages, including Yangshuo, it is often nicknamed the Little Li River, matching the original Li River in its beauty. Relax and gently float along the peaceful waters of the river on a Li River bamboo raft cruise, one of the most popular activities to do in the Yangshuo a..

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Yangshuo, Cycling in the countryside

Yangshuo: Cycling in the countryside

Nestled in lush Chinese countryside, the charming town of Yangshuo sits on the banks of the tranquil Yulong River, and is famous for its surrounding landscapes punctuated by huge karst mountains. Its flat terrain and incredible sights make Yangshuo the perfect place to explore by bike. Head out on two wheels on a Yangshuo bike tour to discover the Yangshuo mountains and countryside in all their gl..

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Beijing: Rickshaw ride through the Hutongs of Beijing

Discover the real Beijing with this excellent Beijing hutong tour, which takes you on a rickshaw ride through the streets of Beijing before exploring the city’s famous hutongs on foot. This wonderful sightseeing tour can be booked as an extra optional excursion during your time in Beijing on one of our escorted tours of China. If you’re unfamiliar with hutongs, they are the narrow lanes and alleys..

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Pingyao: Shuanglin Temple tour

The little-known city of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and China’s best-preserved ancient town, is one of the highlights of our Very Best of China tour, with its fine temples, ancient courtyards, impressive watchtowers, government buildings and towering town walls. Four miles outside of Pingyao, in the nearby village of Qiaotou, you’ll find the stunning Shuanglin Temple, another place to v..

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Discover New Zealand’s underground galaxies

Home to some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes, New Zealand is steeped in natural beauty, and one of the more unusual ways to experience this is in its caves. There are a few caves in New Zealand that are truly magical and awe-inspiring when you walk around inside, and this is because the towering walls, stalagmites and stalactites are decorated with bioluminescent glow worms.   The..

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Novotel Oasis, Cairns

The Novotel Oasis offers a resort-style escape, but in the heart of Cairns CBD. With views over the city gardens or mountains, your room here is a wonderful base for exploring Cairns. All day dining is available at Moku, with burgers, sharing plates and a wide range of cocktails on offers while you enjoy poolside views. [pjc_slideshow slide_type="novotel-oasis-cairns"]..

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Next Hotel, Brisbane

With design-led interior, the Next Hotel Brisbane is ideal for your stay in Brisbane. Within easy reach of the city's botanic gardens, the cathedral and the river, the Next Hotel in a great location. You'll find plenty of shops and restaurants nearby, although the hotel itself has multiple dining options, including a take away service if you prefer to relax in your room after a day of exploring. T..

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Food Experiences In China You Should Try

China is undoubtedly a culinary giant on the world stage, with Chinese food and restaurants enjoyed all over the world, especially here in the United Kingdom. What many people don’t know is that the food in China is quite different to what has become popular over here, with several well-known dishes being quite different to the real deal in China.   Getting a taste of authentic Chinese food i..

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Things To Do In The Ancient Town Of Pingyao

Founded during the Western Zhou dynasty between 1041 BC and 771 BC, Pingyao is one of China’s best-preserved ancient cities. Awarded World Heritage Status in 1997, Pingyao is one of the stand-out highlights of our China tours from the UK.   Although the city’s origins date back almost 3000 years, this exquisite walled town flourished during the Ming dynasty especially (between 1368 and 1644),..

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