China, the seat of one of world’s ancient civilisations, has always been a great tourist destination. Even the turbulent years of the Communist Revolution could not take away the charm of China. And, now, stepping into the 21st century, the rapid modernisation of the nation as a whole has only added to tourists’ fascination with China. No wonder that today, you have much more to explore and see on your China holidays – beside the major historical attractions like the Great Wall of China, the Xian Terracotta Warriors and Tiananmen Square, you have many modern cosmopolitan cities like Hong Kong and Shanghai with all the advanced amenities of life like the bullet-trains, etc. Add to these the great scenic beauty of China and you have all the ingredients for a perfectly rejuvenating holiday experience.
Top Tourist Destinations for Your China Holidays
Naming top holiday destinations in China is not really an easy job and tourists are drawn to them for their different attributes. Thus, sites like Lijiang City (in southwest Yunnan Province), Guilin (with its limestone karsts), Huangshan or the Yellow Mountain (in Anhui Province), Jiuzhaigou Valley, Sichuan, Yangtze are all favoured by people for their natural beauty. Again, the historical importance of sites like Beijing and Nanjing endears them to the vacationers. Then, there are cities like Hong Kong and Shanghai that pull tourists with all their cosmopolitan magnetism. Even tour operators take care of these attributes whilst planning holiday tours for vacationers. Tibet Lhasa tours (with a sure-visit to the Potala palace) are also the high-lights of China holidays.
China Holidays – Going Around
Organised China Tours are best for exploring China’s famous sights, cities, landscapes and for making the most of China holidays. Pay a visit to the city of Xi’an; go to the Summer Palace or to the Giant Panda Institute in Chengdu, take a cruise ride on the Yangtze River, the tours will truly make your China holidays memorable.
If you are planning the whole trip on your own, train travel will be your best option for sightseeing, especially if you are following/covering a long-distance route. Most trains have a dining car.
Buses, though available, are not regarded as reliable means of transport for China holidays. Tourists are not allowed to hire/use cars (unless they have a Chinese driver’s license) but they can always hire bicycles. Boat and ferry services are also options for sightseeing trips in areas adjoining the Yangtze and other major rivers.
China holidays - When to Go