Travel journal
Thoughtful guides, practical planning and local perspectives for journeys across Asia.
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Compare China tours from the UK using official entry guidance, ATOL information and a practical checklist for flights, rooms, transport and total cost.
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China tours
Understand upstream and downstream Yangtze cruises, compare published Victoria ship specifications, and distinguish cruise fares from excursio...
10 days in China
Compare two ten-day China itinerary ideas, understand the heritage behind their sights, and plan transfers and sightseeing without confusing a...
China travel planning
Compare structure, flexibility, value, group size and pace to decide whether a small-group or private China tour suits you.
China food
Explore Beijing breakfasts, Xi’an noodles, Shanghai dumplings, Sichuan spice and the practical details of choosing a China food tour.
Beijing
Discover what Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai each add to a first China journey, how long to stay and which destinations to add next.
China itinerary
Compare 8-, 10-, 11- and 15-day China itineraries to choose the right route, pace and destinations for your first trip.
