China

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China is the world's most populous country and one of its oldest civilisations, spanning a vast territory that ranges from Himalayan peaks and Gobi Desert landscapes to subtropical coastlines and fertile river valleys. It's renowned for iconic landmarks including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an, and the karst scenery of Guilin. Travellers are drawn by its extraordinary depth of history, incredibly diverse regional cuisines, and the contrast between ancient temples and ultra-modern megacities like Shanghai and Chengdu. Hiking, cultural immersion, street food exploration, and wildlife encounters — including giant pandas in Sichuan — make China a destination of remarkable variety.

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China · 15 days

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China Discovery: Beijing to Shanghai — Self-Launched

A self-launched 15-day adventure across China's most iconic cities and hidden gems — from hiking the Great Wall and marvelling at the Terracotta Army to cycling through Yangshuo's karst countryside and sleeping inside a Hakka Tulou fortress. This itinerary replicates Gap 360's China Discovery group tour using budget accommodation, self-bookable tours and China's excellent public transport network, saving you hundreds of pounds while giving you full flexibility. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

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~£560

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