Luxury China Holidays
From the ancient history of the Great Wall to the metropolis buzz of Beijing and Shanghai, China provides staggering cultural diversity. From hot air ballooning over the limestone peaks of Yangshuo, panda safaris in remote wildlife reserves, ice festivals in Harbin, to regional food tours in Sichuan.
Capital city, Beijing has been the heart of the country’s politics and culture for the past 700 years. Explore opulent palaces, temples and tombs, ride a rickshaw through historic hutongs or sip cocktails at an exclusive bar with views over the Forbidden City. Walk a section of the magnificent Great Wall with Lightfoot Travel and we’ll make sure that you share the path with only a handful of people.
Shanghai is China’s vibrant financial hub and home to refined fine dining, stunning gardens, elegant bars and boutique shops. Enjoy time at The Bund, Shanghai’s famous waterfront, stretching along the west side of the Huangpu River.
Yunnan Province in Southwest China borders Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. The province is full of charming towns such as Dali, Lijiang and the majestic Shangri La. Further afield, breathtaking natural beauty can be found in the soaring snow-capped mountain ranges of the famed Tiger Leaping Gorge. A trek will reveal the true beauty of China, with emerald terraced farmlands, deep gorges and rare wildlife and plant species.
Our luxury trips to China also include visits to Yangshuo, Xi'an and Chengdu. These regions are additional must-sees and provide a nice contrast to the major cities.
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Country: China
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A Family Adventure in China
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- Early morning water calligraphy at the beautiful Temple of Heaven
- Go toboganning at the Great Wall of China
- Learn how to make a Terracotta Warrior at the Terracotta factory in Xi’an
- Explore the Hutongs of Beijing – the narrow alleys that house traditional courtyard residences
- Take a bamboo raft on the Li River, passing picturesque hills that inspired poets, painters and photographers
A Journey Through Mystical Yunnan
- Explore Lijiang’s network of flowing canals and vistas
- Discover Baisha Old Town, one of the oldest towns in Lijiang, which features buildings from the Ming Dynasty
- Witness glittering golden roofs at Songzanlin, prayer flags and scenes of 600 monks
- Hike around Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world
- Visit Ringha Temple which is 700 years old and considered one of the first Buddhist temples in Yunnan Province, China
A Long Weekend in Hong Kong
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Witness the beauty of Hong Kong from the top of Victoria Peak
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Savour traditional cuisine including Hong Kong’s famed dim sum
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Cruise the harbour in a traditional sampan boat
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Marvel at the Hong Kong skyline from Kowloon’s Avenue of Stars
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Go on a shopping spree of designer brands at the Citygate Outlet Mall
Beijing and Xi’an
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- Explore Beijing’s Hutongs, which date back to 1368
- Hike along The Great Wall of China, taking in the ancient history and unparalleled scenery
- See the famous Terracotta Warriors, only discovered in 1974
- Take a bike tour through Xi’an to see Xi’an ramparts built during the Ming Dynasty
- Enjoy a wine tasting at the beautiful winery of the world, Qingyun Ma
Alila Yangshuo
Set amid a landscape of karst mountains, winding rivers, and lush hills, Alila Yangshuo is a luxury design hotel housed in a former sugar mill. Beautiful heritage buildings blend with modern accommodation blocks on the banks of the Li River, while inside contemporary Chinese design takes center stage.
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Aman Summer Palace
Occupying a peaceful setting outside Beijing in China's sprawling city, Aman Summer Palace is housed in a series of heritage buildings next to the Summer Palace, where guests once stayed while waiting for an audience with the Empress. Set around a labyrinth of courtyards, the resort reflects the architecture...
Amanfayun
Hidden in a picturesque valley not far from Shanghai, China, and only a 20-minute drive along with bamboo and tree-lined avenues from the center of the bustling city of Hangzhou, Amanfayun enjoys a serene setting surrounded by tea fields, natural forest, quaint villages, and a pilgrimage circuit of...
Amanyangyun
Located an hour from central Shanghai in China, Amanyangyun is a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by a sacred forest of 1,000-year-old trees. Originally located 700 kilometers away in Fuzhou, the forest and heritage Ming and Qing villas were rescued from demolition and relocated to form this stylish Aman resort.
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