China Escorted Tours & Holidays
2025/26 savings: SAVE £100 per person
on tours departing from September 2025 to August 2026. Book by 15th September 2025.
Early Booking Offers: SAVE £200 per person
on China tours departing from September 2026. Book by 30th November 2025.
China Tours
17 to 23-day itineraries visiting many of China’s most iconic wonders
With thousands of years of history and a fascinating, vibrant culture, it’s easy to see why China remains one of the world’s favourite travel destinations. Alongside the intriguing history seen in the many ancient cities and archaeological discoveries, China seamlessly blends centuries-old traditions with modern innovation. Join us as we explore iconic landmarks, indulge in local cuisine and discover its rich cultural tapestry and incredible landscapes.
Once in a Lifetime Experiences
So Much Included
From start to finish, our China escorted tours are meticulously planned and offer exceptional value. We include return international flights from the UK, overseas transfers and transport in modern air-conditioned coaches, deluxe hotels in great locations, many meals including daily breakfast, and entrance fees to the many incredible places and monuments you will visit, all with an experienced Tour Manager or local guide, and access to our exclusive Distant Journey’s travel app.
Take advantage of our Special Offers or check out our late availability to China.
Did you know? The Travel Visa Company, a UK-based travel visa agent with 25+ years of experience, offers a complete service for Distant Journeys customers, helping with visa applications for China. You can now obtain a tourist visa without having to attend an application centre in person as the Travel Visa Company will do this for you. Find out more
Holiday Styles to Suit You
The meticulous organisation, scope of places and sights visited, the expertise of the local guides, and particularly the superb management and assistance provided by our tour guide, made The Very Best of China tour a wonderful experience.
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Escorted touring experience
At Distant Journeys we are true escorted touring experts. From our knowledgeable Directors and Reservations consultants at Head Office to our Tour Managers on the ground, each person plays a unique role in ensuring you have the holiday of a lifetime.
We have extensive experience in the travel industry and in creating the best escorted tours of China from the UK. You can be confident that our escorted tours to China are of the highest standard.
Our success is evident having now become 23-time winners at the prestigious British Travel Awards, and we have been awarded Feefo’s highest Platinum Trusted rating.
Your money is 100% safe when you book with Distant Journeys. All our Chinese touring packages are fully-bonded by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL no. 10913).
Award-winning tours
We have won numerous awards at the British Travel Awards, most recently ‘Best Small Holiday Company to Australasia’, ‘Best Small Holiday to Sub-Saharan Africa’ and ‘Best Small Escorted Tours Holiday Company’.
Our customers are at the heart of what we do, and this is reflected across our company. We have received an incredible 4.8/5 customer experience rating with independent reviews provider Feefo, and were awarded its highest ‘Platinum Trusted’ rating, for consistently delivering an excellent level of customer service.
China holiday highlights
Our escorted tours to China have many and varied highlights. Below are just some you will experience on the Distant Journeys Very Best of China tour:
- Beijing – a leisurely four night stay in this fascinating city, with sightseeing in the Forbidden City and Summer Palace included
- The Great Wall – China’s most iconic sight and ample time to stroll along this engineering triumph
- Pingyao – stay in the ancient walled city and UNESCO World Heritage site of Pingyao
- The Terracotta Warriors – experience a bullet train ride to Xi’an and home of the Terracotta Army
- Li River & Yangshuo – cruise down the Li River and enjoy two nights in the idyllic resort of Yangshuo
- Giant Pandas – the national symbol of China, this Research Institute has played an important role in the preservation of pandas for nearly 30 years
- Yangtze River Cruise – spend three nights on the Yangtze, including the spectacular The Three Gorges
- Shanghai – we end our tour with four nights in China’s most cosmopolitan city
Providing exceptional value while maintaining the highest standards is at the heart of everything we do.
Excellent Hotels
Distant Journeys appreciate the hotels in which you stay are an integral part of your holiday enjoyment, which is why we take great care in hand-picking all the accommodation features in our tours to China. Location and quality are always paramount considerations, and we strive to provide the best of both.
So many experiences included
Visit China with Distant Journeys, and you’ll enjoy so many incredible experiences, at no extra cost. From strolling along the Great Wall and visiting the Forbidden City in Beijing, to a cruise along the Yangtze River, they’re all included in the price of your China tour.
Our China tours include
- Return scheduled economy class flights
- A choice of UK departure airports at no additional cost
- Airport transfers overseas
- Superior hotels, with great locations
- Daily breakfast included
- Many lunches and dinners sampling regional specialities
- Experienced tour managers and local guides
- Incredible excursions
- All pre-payable airport taxes
- All hotel porterage
- ATOL protection for your holiday
- Our Price Promise
At Distant Journeys, we think we’ve found the perfect balance of freedom and flexibility that every escorted tour of China needs.
Where would you like to fly from?
It’s up to you! On our 23 day Very Best of China tour, our return economy flights with Emirates fly via Dubai from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow. Inclusive of all airport charges, security charges, any applicable fuel surcharges and UK Air Passenger Duty
What would you like to do?
On an escorted tour, we think it’s important to still have the flexibility to enjoy experiences that really interest you. And our Very Best of China tour has several Freedom Days to allow you to decide how you wish to spend your time.
Special Offer
Take advantage of 2025/26 savings on tours departing from September 2025 to August 2026 and save £100 per person on all China tours, when booked by 15th September 2025.
We also have Early Booking Offers available with savings of £200 per person, when you book a China tour departing from September 2026. Offer ends 30th November 2025.
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE
Award-winning Holidays
Distant Journeys has won 23 awards over the last seven years, at the British Travel Awards, and we have been awarded Feefo’s highest Platinum Trusted Rating for customer satisfaction.
Guaranteed Price Promise
Know you are paying the best price for your holiday with our Price Promise. We never offer last minute discounts and we guarantee the earlier you book the better the offer you’ll receive.
100% Financial Protection
Book in the confidence your money is 100% safe. All Distant Journeys holidays are fully bonded by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL number 10913) or ABTOT (number 5427).
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