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Classical Gardens & Tiger Hill
Suzhou: Classical gardens & tea tasting with Arthur
Full day | Pick-up available
From $89
Summer Palace & Hutongs
Beijing: Hutongs & Summer Palace with Mei
2 days | Meal included
From $120
Jinli Street & Spice Market
Chengdu: Street food crawl with Leo
4 hours | Meal included
From $75
Li River & Yangshuo
Guilin: Li River bamboo raft with Yuna
Full day | Pick-up available
From $95
Mogao Caves & Gobi Desert
dunhuang: Silk Road journey with James
3 days | Accommodation included
From $150
The Bund & French Concession
Shanghai: Bund & French Concession with Sophie
3 hours | Drinks included
From $65
Terracotta Warriors & City Wall
Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors day trip with Liang
Full day | Pick-up available
From $110
Panda Base & Cooking Class
Chengdu: Panda base & Sichuan cooking with Fang
Full day | Meal included
From $95
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10 Hidden Villages You Won't Find in Guidebooks
Escape the crowds and discover ancient villages tucked away in misty mountains and rice terraces.
By Qianyi · March 2026
What Locals Actually Eat for Breakfast Across China
From jianbing in Beijing to rice noodles in Guilin — a street food tour before 9 AM.
By Qianyi · February 2026
China's Most Scenic Train Journeys
Window-seat views of karst peaks, highland plateaus, and coastline on these unforgettable rail routes.
By Arthur · January 2026
Best Tea Houses and the Stories Behind Them
Sip centuries of tradition in Chengdu courtyards, Hangzhou hillsides, and Shanghai lane houses.
By Mei · March 2026
Off-Season Travel: When and Where to Go
Fewer tourists, lower prices, and a more authentic experience — our month-by-month guide.
By Qianyi · April 2026
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