China Custom Tour — Any Region

Destinations We Cover

We're not limited to the classic circuit. Below is a guide to what's possible — tell us what interests you and we build the rest.

Guilin & Yangshuo · 3–5 Days

The landscape that defined the Chinese painting tradition for a thousand years. Karst limestone peaks rising from flat rice paddies, the Li River winding between them.

Highlights: Li River cruise Guilin → Yangshuo (4.5 hrs, spectacular), Longsheng Rice Terraces, West Street in Yangshuo, Moon Hill, Black Buddha Caves, cormorant fishing at dusk.

Best for: Scenery lovers, photographers, those who want rural China away from crowds.

Best season: April–June, September–November.

Chengdu · 3–4 Days

Capital of Sichuan province and one of China's most liveable cities — relaxed pace, extraordinary food, and the giant pandas.

Highlights: Giant Panda Research Base (morning, when pandas are active), Leshan Giant Buddha day trip (71-metre stone Buddha carved into a cliff face), Jinli ancient street, Sichuan Opera face-changing performance, hotpot dinner.

Best for: Families, food lovers, wildlife enthusiasts.

Best season: Year-round. Spring and autumn are ideal.

Zhangjiajie · 2–3 Days

The real-world landscape that inspired the floating Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar. Sandstone pillars rising 200–300 metres from forest floor, glass-bottomed bridges, cable car panoramas.

Highlights: Avatar Hallelujah Mountain viewpoint, Tianmen Mountain cable car (longest in the world), glass bridge over the canyon, Yellow Dragon Cave.

Best for: Active travellers, hikers, anyone who wants dramatic scenery.

Best season: April–October. Avoid Chinese national holidays (crowds).

Hangzhou · 2–3 Days

Marco Polo called it "the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world." West Lake is UNESCO-listed. Day trips from Shanghai (45 min by bullet train) or as a standalone destination.

Highlights: West Lake boat tour, Longjing tea village (try picking leaves in season), Lingyin Temple, Su Causeway morning walk, Dragon Well tea ceremony.

Best for: Culture lovers, couples, anyone combining with Shanghai.

Best season: March–May (tea season), September–November.

Harbin · 3–4 Days (January–February only)

China's northernmost major city, built by Russian engineers in the early 1900s. In January, it hosts the world's largest ice and snow festival — entire cathedrals carved from ice, lit from within at night.

Highlights: International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival, Siberian Tiger Park, Central Avenue Russian architecture, Zhaolin Park ice lanterns, -25°C market food (warm up with lamb skewers and baijiu).

Best for: Those who want something completely unexpected and memorable.

Best season: January 5 – February 25 only. This is a winter trip.

Tibet · 5–7 Days

The world's highest plateau, accessible by flight from Chengdu or Beijing. Permit required — we handle the application. Altitude acclimatisation is essential; we build rest days in.

Highlights: Potala Palace (Dalai Lama's former residence), Jokhang Temple and Barkhor pilgrims' circuit, Namtso Lake (4,718 m altitude), Sera Monastery monk debates, Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse.

Best for: Travellers seeking a profound cultural experience. Moderate fitness required.

Best season: April–October. Avoid January–March (very cold, some sites closed).

Xinjiang · 5–7 Days

China's far west — Silk Road oasis cities, Uyghur culture, desert landscapes, and the Tianshan mountains. Requires domestic flight from major cities.

Highlights: Kashgar Old City and Sunday livestock market, Id Kah Mosque, Karakul Lake at the foot of 7,546 m Muztagh Ata, Turpan grape valley, Dunhuang Mogao Caves.

Best for: History buffs, Silk Road enthusiasts, travellers who want the road less taken.

Best season: May–October.

How Custom Tours Work

1. Tell us your interests — enquire with destinations, travel dates, group size, and any accessibility or pace requirements.
2. We send a draft itinerary within 24 hours — day by day, with hotel tier recommendations and an indicative price.
3. We refine it until it's exactly right. No obligation until you confirm.
4. We handle logistics — guides, drivers, permits, domestic transport, hotel recommendations.

No two custom tours are alike. That's the point.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you combine multiple regions in one trip? Yes. Popular combinations: Guilin + Chengdu (10 days), Chengdu + Zhangjiajie (8 days), Hangzhou + Suzhou + Shanghai (7 days), Tibet + Chengdu (10 days).

What's the minimum group size? One person. We do solo tours regularly.

Do I need special permits for Tibet? Yes — Tibet Travel Permit and sometimes an Alien's Travel Permit for restricted areas. We manage the entire application process. Allow 2–3 weeks lead time.

Can seniors do these tours? Most destinations yes, with modifications. Tibet requires medical fitness screening due to altitude. Zhangjiajie has cable cars that reduce walking. We assess on enquiry.