10 Best China Tours & Trips Packages 2025-2026

China is a rich mélange of discoveries and experiences. 5000 years of history beckons, whether for an exclusive visit to the majestic, mystical Terracotta Army Museum or a hike on the mountaintop Great Wall of China. Our top 10 China tours for 2024-2025 show you ancient and modern China at its most authentic and accessible. Discover the historical and cultural Beijing and Xian, and experience the futuristic Shanghai.

With the 10 best China tours, lovers of nature and outdoors will be inspired and awed too – and so are those seeking a real China adventure. Take in the inspiring natural beauties of Guilin, Yangtze River, Huangshan, Yunnan, and embark on the epic exploration of the ancient China Silk Road and Tibet embraced by the otherworldly scenery.

First-hand expertise, local expert guidance, authentic experiences, and real reviews from our previous guests are our advantage when you travel to China. We can also tailor-make your own best China tours for families, seniors, or couples according to your specific requirements.

Top China Tours for First-timers (Classic Itineraries)

We hand-pick the top rated China tours for the first-timers, covering the most popular destinations and must-visit attractions. Look no further if you want to explore the best highlights of China on a single trip.

China Golden Triangle

8 Days Beijing Xian Shanghai Highlight Tour

Best of China Tour package: Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, the Bund… privately escorted by local guides/drivers

Classic China & Panda Encounter

10 Days Private China Tour of Beijing-Xi’an-Chengdu-Shanghai

Explore the best highlights of China and enjoy close contact with the lovely giant pandas in Chengdu

Grand China Exploration

13 Days Beijing-Xian-Chengdu-Yangtze River-Shanghai Tour

A perfect introduction to China, showcasing the very best historical and cultural sights, alongside a panda visit. 

Best of China’s Nature and Culture

2-Week Beijing-Xi’an-Zhangjiajie-Guilin-Shanghai Tour

Explore the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, Hike along the Great Wall, See floating Avatar mountains…

Cultural Experience & Family Fun

11 Days China Family Tour: Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin, Shanghai

Best of China tour for families: toboggan down the Great Wall, making mini terracotta warrior, learning Chinese calligraphy…

China Signature

11 Days China Tour: Beijing-Xian-Yangtze Cruise-Shanghai

Explore iconic landmarks and authentic life in Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai, enjoy breathtaking scenery on a luxury cruise.

Riches of China

21 Days China Yangtze River Cruise Tour

Best of 3 weeks China tour package from Hong Kong to Guilin, Chengdu, Chongqing, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai, Xian, and Beijin

Best Taste of China

13 Days China Food Tour: Beijing Xian Chengdu Guilin Hong Kong

Explore the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, Hike along the Great Wall, See floating Avatar mountains…

Best Tours for Return Trips to China

If you are returning to China for a second/third trip, we recommend you enjoy in-depth experiences to the lesser-known/secluded destinations like Yunnan, Guizhou, and Tibet, or take an epic journey along the Silk Road. With both small group and private travel trips listed, you can pick the itinerary that best suits your needs. These tours are not only the perfect choice for your return vacation to China but also some ideal add-on trips for your first China tour.

10 Days Ancient China Silk Road Tour from Xian to Kashgar

Experience the rich historical and cultural relics, exotic ethnic culture, and stunning nature of the Silk Road.

8 Days Tibet Tour: Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse-Mt. Everest

Marvel at the holy Potala Palace and Sera Monastery, and journey to the Yamdroktso Lake, Karola Glacier, and Mt. Everest.

8 Days Classic Yunnan Minority Tour of Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Shangri-La

One of the best Southwest China discoveries with diverse minority villages & stunning scenery

9 Days Shanghai-Suzhou-Hangzhou-Huangshan Tour

Best East China tour: Mt. Huangshan, ancient villages, traditional Chinese gardens, West Lake, Shanghai highlights

12 Days Ancient China Silk RoadTour from Xian to Urumgi

A classic China Silk Road group through Xi’an, Lanzhou, Xiahe, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi.

11 Days In-depth Northern Xinjiang Adventure Tour

The best of North Xinjiang group to Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, HeavenlyLake and Turpan’s cultural richness.

8 Days Classic Tibet Tour from Lhasato EBC

Immerse yourself in the PotalaPalace majesty, Yamdroktso Serenity, Sunrise Over Everest, and LocalHospitality in Dadong.

8 Days China Silk Road Tour of Qinghai & Gansu

A popular China group tour to the Silkroad to visit Qinghai Lake, Ta’er Monastery, Rainbow Mountain, Mogao Grottoes, and Dunhuang Deserts.

See real China Xian Tour reviews from our clients on Trip Advisor

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We took the private tour recommended by Sophia and she did everything for us. The arrangement was smooth from the day we land in Kunming to the last day of the tour. Highly recommended Tour company if Yunnan is on your mind.

We found China Xian Tours online and started a conversation with Kelly. Our private tour included 3 nts Beijing 2 nts Xian 2 nights Guilin and 1 night in Yangshuo. Our time with our experienced and very personable tour guides was a magical experience. Thanks to Jack in Beijing, Sasha in Xian and Monica in Guilin. Kelly organised a seamless holiday with many memorable moments and highlights.

This was our 3rd time with CXT and again, it didn’t disappoint! Our trip this time brought together 6 siblings (ages 80-89) and families to visit their father/grandfather’s home on Yanzhou Island and other places like Zhaoqing, Guangmen, etc. Big thanks to our guide Chris and bus driver Siao Qu who were both patient and helpful.

In June 2024, our family of six planned a 12-day Christmas tour of China (Dec 25, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025) and sought Nancy's help at China Xian Tour (CXT). From the get-go, Nancy displayed outstanding professionalism, promptly providing a detailed itinerary covering our stay duration, accommodations, transportation (including domestic flights, train and private mini-bus services), and activities in each city.

Mervyn was such a lovely guide and a friendly person that took me on the Muslim quarter food tour and kindly extended my tour into the evening to see the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Lantern festival at the City Wall. Mervyn was so kind to arrange everything for me at the last minute and return me to hotel late at night.