16 Amazing Trips to Take Around China This Fall

By Sponsored, August 25, 2023

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3-Day Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountain Tour

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Located in the northern mountain ranges of the province, the remote Zhangjiajie National Forest was known only to the Tujia, Miao and Bai minority groups for centuries.

Today, with its towering karst spires and deep, forested canyons, Zhangjiajie has become one of China’s iconic landscapes; made a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1992, it was the inspiration for the film Avatar.

The area also boasts the world's longest and highest glass bridge – walk it if you dare!

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7-Day Xinjiang: Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Urumqi & Turpan

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If you're curious about Xinjiang, this seven day classic itinerary – starting from Kashgar, passing through Taxkorgan, and ending up with Turpan – is the perfect way for you to explore the wider area.

Take in numerous spectacular natural scenes and cultural heritages on the way. The cities selected all represent an aspect of Xinjiang; by visiting them and talking with locals you will discover what the real Xinjiang looks like.

Travel with local operator Xinjiang China International Travel Service and, one day, when you go back home, you can tell your friends: I’ve been to Xinjiang.

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2-Day Perfect Weekend Getaway to Shengsi Island

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Take a boat to beautiful Shengsi Island, rent a scooter and explore, chillax on Jihu Beach or take a boat to Yellow Dragon Island, discover Liu Jing Tan scenic area and hike the cliffs enjoying a refreshing breeze. 

Round off each day feasting on local seafood and enjoy the island nightlife.

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1-Day Dive In-Water Trekking & Natural Pool Swimming

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A day of rekking in Zhejiang with 90% of green cover, swimming in natural pools, cliff diving and breathing the freshest air.

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8-Day Silk Road Tour of Qinghai & Gansu

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Immerse yourself in legend and feel the pulse of civilization as you explore the treasures of the Silk Road, the bridge between history and today.

This eight-day classic Silk Road trip will bring you the perfect combination of culture, adventure, history and natural wonders.

Starting your journey from Xining, you will then have the chance to visit Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, the sunset view of Zhangye Rainbow Mountain, the Jiayuguan Pass and more.

You'll also get to go camel trekking and sand sliding at Echoing-sand Mountain and visit the Dunhuang Mogao Caves.

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7-Day Wild Silk Road Adventure: Mogao Grottoes, Rainbow Mountains, Chaka & Qinghai Lake

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If you want to know more about mysterious Western China, but have no idea where to start, then just follow the Silk Road.

Spend seven days traveling the ancient trade route with Gansu May International Travel Service, enjoying both breathtaking landscapes and mysterious religious art, from oases to deserts; this itinerary won’t let you down, no matter what you want to experience in a trip. 

Buddhist temples, Qinghai Lake, Yadan landscapes, Rainbow Mountain, the Great Wall, Mogao Grottoes... the list goes on!

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2-Day Zhangli Ancient Path Anji Weekend Retreat

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Hidden away in Anji is a little-known jewel, the Zhangli Ancient Path, where petals fall like rain, and lush grass abounds.

Located in Zhangli Village, Anji County, the scenery is picturesque, surrounded by mountains, with 95% being covered by the forest’s canopy.

Tourists from afar praise it as a natural oxygen bar. The ancient path, paved with black stones, exudes a rugged and unrestrained essence with a bold masculine air, weathered yet retaining a sense of gentleness.

It winds through a verdant and dense bamboo forest with birds that occasionally startle the serene valleys.

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2-Day Huihang Ancient Trail Hiking

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Take a break from busy city life and get close to nature for peace and tranquility, burn those extra calories by hiking, and meet people from different cultures and backgrounds.

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7-Day Discover Colorful Yunnan: Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La

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Step into a world of ethnic minorities with brilliant ancient culture and unique customs. This tour takes in Dali, Lijiang Old Town, trading posts on the ancient Tea Horse Road, snow-capped mountains, thrilling gorges and the holy land of Shangri-La.

Located in the mysterious Tibetan borderlands, Shangri-La is home to many grand monasteries, wetlands and meadows. Enjoy ethnic festivals, architecture, costumes, customs, etiquette, local delicacies, handicrafts, plus singing and dancing with the locals. And, of course, breathtaking natural scenery.

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8-Day Tibet: Lhasa, Yamdrok tso-Shigatse & Everest Base Camp

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Start out in Lhasa, capital of Tibet Autonomous Region, and the political, economic, cultural and religious center of Tibet, a city full of both human and natural landscapes. There visit Potala Palace, and explore its maze-like rooms and temples.

Head on to sacred Yamdrok Tso Lake, regarded as the "turquoise earrings scattered by a goddess." Pristine and free of pollution, its waters are as blue as a sapphire.

Visit the Tashilunpo Monastery, that houses a giant statue of the Maitreya Buddha, the biggest gilded statue of Maitreya in the world, as well as a tomb of all the Panchen Lama, adorned with jewels and gold.

Finally, take in amazing views of Mount Everest, the highest in the world, located in the border between China and Nepal. 

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4-Day Escape to Xinchang: Vacation & Festival!

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Tianmu Yangsheng Valley is in the east of Xinchang County, an area that offers an exquisite natural landscapes. Here, you can enjoy a pleasant pastoral stay among misty mountains and red clouds at sunset.

Stay in a simple and elegant hotel with a large terrace, from which you can enjoy views of the bamboo forest and of the mountains in the distance. The hotel also has a gym, a badminton hall, and an outdoor swimming pool.

For the early bird price of just RMB1,680, your room, daily buffet breakfast, hotel dinner, local specialty restaurant dinner and outdoor lawn barbecue on consecutive evenings are all included, and enjoy a lawn party with music every evening.

Xinchang is also a county that is full of beautiful, hidden hiking trails. Trek through green valleys and past gorgeous lakes and rivers, and enjoy the beauty of nature away from the crazy crowds of the city.

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1-Day Moganshan Mountain Wild Cycling

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Explore beautiful Yu village and enjoy lunch and coffee, before getting on your bike and setting off across tea fields, bamboo forests, ponds and visiting naked villa.

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5-Day Classic Xiamen: Gulangyu Island, Tulou & Quanzhou

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With its amazing natural beauty, tropical feel, and historical colonial-style relics, Xiamen has seen growing popularity among tourists in recent years.

In this tour, you will uncover the classic highlights of Xiamen...

Relax and explore the exotic alleys and scenic seaside views of Gulangyu Island; drive along the Island Ring Road, appreciating the awesome tropical coastal scenery.

Visit the impressive Hakka Tulou buildings in Hongkeng Village, home of the eponymous hero in Disney's live-action film Mulan; appreciate the exquisite architecture and pray for health and wealth in South Putuo Temple.

And follow in the footsteps of Marco Polo in visiting Quanzhou, one of the most important Chinese ports along the historic Maritime Silk Road.

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11-Day North Xinjiang: Kashgar Old Town, Hemu Village & Kanas Lake

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Xinjiang, such a vast land! No matter what you want to experience from a trip, you can find something interesting there. But how to explore the beauty of the biggest province in China as traveler? 

This 11-day tour will provide you with the best answer! Kashgar Old Town, Hemu Village, Kanas Lake… both of the stunning scenes in northern Xinjiang and amazing cultural landscapes in southern Xinjiang have been included!

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7-Day North Vietnam Exloration from Nanning

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A customized, exclusive, in-depth exploration of Northern Vietnam!

This special trip takes you all the way from China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region to Vietnam at a slow pace, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the border along the way. 

Taking in two major scenic spots on the border, Detian Waterfall and Mingshi Pastoral, you will also have plenty of time to stroll through Hanoi Old Town, experiencing the culture up close while riding traditional Vietnamese tricycles.

The trip will also include a stay of two nights in the outdoor sanctuaries of northern Vietnam: Halong Bay and Cat Ba Island.

An additional surprise on the itinerary is the most recent discovery in the area, Lan Ha Bay, which has never been commercially developed and which offers truly exquisite mountain and ocean scenery that you would not be able to find elsewhere.

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1-Day Padel Mixer

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Originating in Spain, padel is a bit like tennis but with a smaller court with no doubles lanes and a lower net, solid paddle and depressurized ball. The result? A wildly popular fast and reaction-based game that is sweeping the globe.

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