Private Tours
Escorted tours to China: private guided China tours for 2026/2027
Private Journeys
Undoubtedly, our escorted tours in China are the most favoured among our customers. China is the largest country in Asia and there is an incredible amount of land to cover. Our guided China tour packages offer you the perfect way to holiday while seeing the sights you want, with the assistance of expert private guides.
Private tours in China present the perfect way for first-time visitors to see the Sleeping Giant and all it offers. Being rushed around in large groups and shouted at by a tour guide on a megaphone isn’t anyone’s idea of a great vacation. A private China tour gives you ample time to enjoy each destination and take it all in your stride.
“We chose to travel in our small party as opposed to a large group, and we were delighted with the trip. The trip was a great success and we will be recommending The China Travel Company to friends and relatives.”
Sample tours — all can be tailored
Itineraries
PG-01
Taste of China
Beijing ► Xian ► Shanghai
7 nights from £2,180 / US$ 2,725
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PG-02
Essential China
Beijing ► Xian ► Chengdu ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Hong Kong
11 nights from £3,195 / US$ 3,995 pp
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PG-03
China Explored
Beijing ► Xian ► Chengdu ► Yangtze ► Shanghai ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Hong Kong
15 nights from £4,560 / US$ 5,700 pp
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PG-04
Taste of China & Yangtze
Beijing ► Xian ► Chengdu ► Yangtze ► Shanghai
11 nights from £3,450 / US$ 4,315 pp
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PG-05
Yangtze Discovery
Beijing ► Xian ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Chengdu ► Yangtze ► Shanghai
14 nights from £4,145 / US$ 5,180 pp
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PG-06
Beijing to Kathmandu
Beijing ► Xian ► Lhasa ► Gyantse ► Shigatse ► Everest ► Kathmandu
14 nights from £4,765 / US$ 5,960 pp
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PG-07
Taste of China & Tibet
Beijing ► Xian ► Lhasa ► Shanghai
11 nights from £3,995 / US$ 4,995 pp
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PG-08
China Journey
Beijing ► Xian ► Chengdu ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Shanghai
11 nights from £3,490 / US$ 4,370 pp
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PG-09
China Experience
Beijing ► Xian ► Chengdu ► Lijiang ► Kunming ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Shanghai
16 nights from £5,270 / US$ 6,590 pp
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PG-10
Essence of China
Beijing ► Luoyang ► Xian ► Chengdu ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Hong Kong
13 nights from £3,735 / US$ 4,670 pp
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PG-11
China Discovery
Beijing ► Pingyao ► Xian ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Shanghai
11 nights from £3,105 / US$ 3,880 pp
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PG-12
China Top Ten
Beijing ► Xian ► Lhasa ► Chengdu ► Yangtze ► Shanghai ► Huangshan ► Hangzhou ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Hong Kong
23 nights from £7,340 / US$ 9,175 pp
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PG-14
Cultural China
Beijing ► Pingyao ► Xian ► Hangzhou ► Shanghai
11 nights from £3,185 / US$ 3,980 pp
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PG-15
Martial Arts & Mountains
Beijing ► Luoyang ► Xian ► Hangzhou ► Huangshan ► Shanghai
13 nights from £4,295 / US$ 5,370 pp
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PG-16
Ancient & Modern China
Beijing ► Pingyao ► Xian ► Hangzhou ► Shanghai ► Guilin ► Yangshuo ► Hong Kong
15 nights from £4,270 / US$ 5,340 pp
View full itinerary →Why our private guided tours?
- ✔Tried and tested itineraries
- ✔All private day tours
- ✔Private tours can start most dates
- ✔All escorted tours can be tailored
- ✔All transfers in China included
- ✔Licensed, English speaking private guides
- ✔No unwanted “Shopportunities”
- ✔Well located hand-picked hotels
- ✔24 hour emergency numbers
- ✔Full financial ATOL protection
- ✔Member of ABTA – quality assured
- ✔Exclusive 150+ page Guidebook
Frequently asked questions
How much does a guided tour of China cost?
You can take a 7-night China guided tour for a little over £2,000, an 11-night private tour costs around £3,450, and the 23-night China Top Ten tour comes in at under £10,000. Every tour can be tailored to your needs and budget.
Can I go on an escorted tour without knowing Mandarin?
Yes. Our guides have a good level of English so communication isn’t an issue — though learning hello, thank you and goodbye always goes a long way.
What is the best time of year for a private China tour?
April and May, and September to October, are generally the best times. China is vast though, so call our team — we have been travelling there for more than 25 years.
Begin planning your journey
Speak with a China specialist who has travelled the routes themselves.