Southern China Tours

A network of spectacular walkways thread their way over the Gulong Gorge (Gulongxia). A cantilevered glass platform stands 236 feet (72 meters) above the gorge; a glass bridge runs 1,080 feet (329 meters) across the canyon. Experience them without the stress of queuing for tickets on this private guided tour, with door-to-door transfers direct from your hotel. Besides the walkways and a guided hike, your day includes a local lunch.

The countryside around Xiamen is known for its tulou clusters, ancient circular buildings built by rural Hakka Chinese communities centuries ago. Visit a few of these remarkable Chinese landmarks and immerse yourself in the life and rhythms of rural China, far from the crowded Xiamen city streets, on this day trip into the heart of Fujian Province. Visit the Tianluokeng tulou cluster and the impressive five-story Yuchanglou, and take a leisurely walk through the riverside village of Taxia.

Discover Longsheng and China’s rich minority culture on a full-day guided tour from Guilin. Take an easy walk around to snap photos of the famous Longji Rice Terraces and admire spectacular views of the cultivated mountain expanses. Have lunch in Pingan Zhuang Village and learn from your guide about the local Zhuang and Yao communities. Then relax as your round-trip transportation returns you to your Guilin hotel. A great trip for photographers!

Discover China’s rich minority culture on an enriching full-day excursion to Longsheng from Guilin. Accompanied by a private guide, venture to the rural countryside to interact with the Zhuang and Yao communities, whose intriguing way of life is characterized by ancient traditions. Hike to the renowned Longji Rice Terraces and absorb spectacular views of the agricultural marvels, then capture photographs of the scenic sights with your guide. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Guilin hotel and receive the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour.

This day trip will let you explore the north outskirt of Guangzhou, immerse in the beautiful landscape in the countryside and escape the bustle city. Based on your interest, you can choose 2 places of interest to visit for this tour from the 4 options below: 1) Gulong Canyon, climb adventure tracks, see big waterfalls in the mountain and walk onto the Grand Glass Skywalk Bridge to overlook the impressive subtropical mountain&valley. 2) Hotspring Spa Resort, for bathing and relaxing your body in the natural hotspring pools with different flower essence or Chinese herbal medicine ingredients. 3) Forest Peaks Corridor, for beautiful delicate small mountains landscape viewing and cycling ride for fun. 4) Jinlong Cave, fantastic natural miracles for boat ride and walking into the exquisite cave. The above 4 sites are relatively close to each other located to the north of Guangzhou around 2 hours driving, visiting 2 of them would compose a 9 hours day trip. Suitable for adult and kids.

Gain a more intimate insight into village life and Chinese minority cultures with a private tour of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces. Your private guide will explain the traditions of Yao and Zhuang people before you visit Huangluo village. Next, drive to Ping’an village to trek to two of the most beautiful rice-terrace views. After lunch, your driver will drop you back to your hotel.

Weave your way along the beautiful Li River and explore the luscious Chinese countryside on a full-day tour from Guilin. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, capture fantastic photographs of the spectacular scenery as you sail down the calm river for four hours; feast on freshly caught fish and local specialties on board for lunch; and disembark to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of street vendors in a rustic village. Peruse bespoke boutiques selling fine Chinese paintings and precious jade jewellery and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from your Guilin hotel.

This half-day private tour of Nanshan Buddhism Culture Park will give you access to stunning shrines, statues, and temples, and also help you learn about China’s Buddhist culture. You won’t have to worry about organizing transport as hotel pickup is included at a time convenient for you. You’ll travel with ease in a private vehicle to Nanshan Buddhism Culture Park, and beat the visitor lines with entrance fees included too.

If you have time for one day trip from Guangzhou, make it the watchtowers of Kaiping. These multi-story towers (diaolous) were built as flood refuges, forts and residences from medieval to modern times, with the later ones incorporating Western architectural styles. On this private 10-hour trip, visit these castle-like buildings at Zili village, explore ornamental Liuyuan Garden, and see Chikan Old Town’s east-meets-west architecture. Includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the mountainous beauty of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park during a full-day tour with a private guide. Head into Wulingyuan Scenic Area and ride a cable car up Tianzi Mountain, glimpsing the Wuling Mountains. Upon arrival, explore trails on the mountain and have lunch at a restaurant before continuing over to the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area. Visit lookout points such as First Bridge under Heaven and a place seen in the movie ‘Avatar,’ then enjoy a spine-tingling descent of 1100 feet (335 meters) in the glass Bailong Elevator.

Spend four days in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park with a packed schedule on this tour that includes all transport. First take the glass Bailong Elevator to the bottom of Yuanjiajie Mountain. Then venture from the summit on a 2.5-hour hike to the Pillar of Southern Sky, which served as inspiration for mountains in the hit movie Avatar. Take a cable car ride at Tianzi Mountain and Tianmen Mountain, and cruise Baofeng Lake by boat. Plus stop to see the stunning views of Enshi Grand Canyon.

Make the most of your Fujian visit on this comprehensive private Xiamen day tour that covers ground you couldn’t hope to cover independently. First, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gulangyu Island, including Sunlight Rock and Shuzhuang Garden. After a seafood lunch, discover city highlights: South Putuo Temple, Hulishan Fortress, and the beach. Your day includes round-trip transfers to and from the Xiamen destinations of your choice.

Experience the nature and culture of beautiful Guilin Province on this all-day luxury cruise. After a convenient hotel pickup, marvel at the bamboo groves, karst hills, and pretty villages of Li River. Enjoy a complimentary meal and drinks on board, and explore historic architecture and shop for traditional handicrafts on West Street in Yangshuo’s old town.

Discover one of China's natural wonders and see landscapes featured in the movie "Avatar" on a private day tour to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, home to Avatar Hallelujah Mountain and the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge. The park is located inside Wulingyuan Scenic Area, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Enjoy the spectacular beauty of Tianmen Mountain on a full-day tour with an experienced guide. Take the world’s longest cable car ride up the mountain and an open-air chairlift at the top. Test your nerves on a glass walkway perched at 4,691 feet (1,430 meters); shuttle to the summit along a road with 99 turns; and climb 999 steps to Tianmen Cave, aka Heaven’s Door. Get stunning views of mist-shrouded mountains and lush valleys throughout your journey, which includes round-trip transport from Zhangjiajie hotels or train station.

Experience the beautiful Li River on this sunset or sunrise cruise with a traditional cormorant fisherman. After a convenient hotel pickup, climb aboard the bamboo raft and marvel at the lush scenery while your guide practices this ancient type of fishing that involves no bait or hooks—just his trusty cormorant.

Experience Zhangjiajie’s natural beauty on this two-day guided adventure. After a convenient airport pickup and drive with marvelous views, enjoy a thrilling ride up the 1,070 foot (326 meter) Bailong Elevator, admire the region’s gorgeous landscapes from Tianzi Mountain, cross the 1,410 foot (430) meter Glass Bridge over Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, and capture memorable waterfall photos at Baofeng Lake.

This is a full day private tour to visit the highlights of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, especially to explore the amazing Avatar styled mountains, and also in this tour you will experience the famous Glass Bridge.

If you’re a lover of food, don’t miss out on a dining experience at a revolving restaurant on the top of Canton Tower in Guangzhou. Enjoy a Mediterranean-style buffet dinner at one of the world’s tallest restaurants before taking a 1-hour cruise on the Pearl River—a great way to see Guangzhou illuminated by night. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

The Yangshuo countryside in Guangxi Province is blessed with some of China’s most spectacular and emblematic scenery. During this tour, enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention of your own guide and driver as you explore the region’s highlights. Climb to the top of Xianggong Mountain for views of the surrounding karst landscape before boarding a bamboo raft for a leisurely float down the Yulong River.

Drift lazily down the clear and pristine Li River and take a quiet bike ride into Yangshuo village on this full-day, small group nature tour. Forget the hustle and bustle of city living, and let life’s burden’s float away as you take in sweeping mountain scenery, smell colorful wild flowers and listen to the vibrant birdsong for which this scenic region is famed.

With its rugged rock formations, misty mountains, and lush trees, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is home to some of China’s most beautiful landscapes—and this full-day, private tour provides a seamless way to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site. After pickup from your nearby hotel, head into nature. You’ll take a cable car up Tianzi Mountain to soak up magnificent views, will venture to the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, and will follow your guide to other park highlights.

Get straight to the highlights of Gulangyu Island, the UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s Xiamen’s most popular attraction, on this private half-day tour. Relax as your private guide and driver collect you from your hotel (or ship) and escort you to the ferry port at a time that suits your schedule. From there, soak up the island’s colonial architecture and timeless landscapes, as well as the signature Shuzhuang Garden.

Explore the best of Guangzhou during this 4-hour small-group cycling tour of the city’s center. Start in the oldest parts of the city and meander through hutong alleyways and outdoor markets, stopping for visits at places such as the City God Taoist Temple, People’s Park and Ersha Island. Approaching present-day Guangzhou, visit the Canton Tower and the famous Guangdong Museum and Library. Learn about the city’s rich history from your local guide and travel at a leisurely pace as you bike along, stopping to snack, take pictures and chat with locals along the way.