CAT- China Adventure Tours

This two week China culture & hiking holiday takes you on a tailor made adventure across some of China's most impressive natural landscapes as well as incorporating many of the country's 'must see' cultural heritage sites. Starting in Beijing this China culture & hiking holiday provides the perfect introduction to one of the world's most famous capitals with trips to the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven adding to the experience of walking on the Great Wall of China via the Mutianyu section. Next stop on your China culture & hiking holiday is the walled city of Xi'an which is best known for its ancient bell tower as well as the 6,000 strong Terracotta Warriors who remain in situ ...Read more >

Our incredible 7-day Qinghai cycling tour is perfect for travelers in search of a touch of culture and plenty of adventure! The itinerary has been designed to provide you with an amazing opportunity to experience some of the best parts of Qinghai province, located in the northeastern region of the Tibetan Plateau. This will include sections of the famous Silk Road and you will see a range of stunning panoramic mountain views as we cycle through some of the most remote parts of China. Highlights of the tour will include a visit to Qinghai Lake (the largest salt water lake in the country) and a chance to see the unique wildlife of Bird Lake – undoubtedly one of the most beautiful locations in ...Read more >

Our authentic 6-day Sightseeing in Tibet tour may be brief but it will still ensure that you see the very best of what this wonderful region has to offer. The tour commences with an in-depth exploration of the amazing city of Lhasa and its eclectic range of cultural heritage sites. This city genuinely offers an incredible combination of ancient culture and natural wonders. Lhasa is home to number of the most important cultural heritage sites in Tibet, including monasteries and palaces that were associated with the thousands of Buddhist monks that have resided here over the centuries. Visits to the monasteries of Sera and Drepung, Potala Palace, and the markets of Barkhor will leave you ...Read more >

This two week China Silk Road tour unveils the mysteries and historic sites of this legendary trading trail between Asia and Europe starting in the ancient city of Xi'an famed for its historic bell tower, city walls and, of course, the Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang. An efficient domestic flight eastwards takes this China Silk Road tour to Lanzhou whereupon sites such as the grottoes of Bingling Temple as well as Wuwei and Zhangye provide an incredibly authentic glimpse at life off the beaten track prior to reaching the city of Dunhuang. Dunhuang, especially, will resonate with cultural travellers with the Buddhist artwork contained within the Magao Caves offering insight into how ...Read more >

Our authentic 9-day Tibet Pilgrim Tour will ensure that you see the very best of what this wonderfully spiritual region has to offer. Highlights of the tour will include an in-depth exploration of the amazing city of Lhasa and its eclectic range of cultural heritage sites; wonderful and awe-inspiring view of the Himalayas, and of course, a brief visit to Mount Everest Base Camp to acquire a view of the highest peak in the world! This tour genuinely offers a fantastic combination of ancient cultures and natural wonders. Lhasa is home to number of the most important cultural heritage sites in Tibet, including monasteries and palaces that were associated with the thousands of Buddhist monks ...Read more >

This two week trekking and cultural tour of China takes travellers to some of China’s best-loved cultural heritage sites in Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai as well as some of the most impressive natural landscapes and terraced rice fields surrounding the southern city of Guilin. Starting in Beijing, this trekking and cultural tour of China delves into the delights of the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven alongside inviting cultural experiences within the city's parks and live performances at the Beijing Temple Theatre. Away from sightseeing in the capital you’ll get to experience hiking and camping on the Great Wall of China on lesser-visited, wilder, stretches of wall including ...Read more >

Our incredible 7-day Huang Shan Cultural Heritage tour will enable you to see some of the very best cultural heritage sites that are specific to this part of eastern China. You will also experience a beautiful range of mountains, lakes, pristine nature, and wildlife. This tour is undoubtedly one of the finest we have to offer. The itinerary will begin in beautiful Huangshan City, famous for tea production and drinking, which is an essential feature of daily Chinese life. From here we will then step into China’s past as we visit the villages of Xidi and Hongcun, which are both listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are several centuries old. This part of the itinerary will include a ...Read more >

This 7-day tour will ensure that you experience some of the most spectacular highlights of Xinjiang province and will provide a range of fantastic opportunities to see amazing landscapes on horseback. The itinerary commences in the province’s capital city, Urumqi, which is home to a range of markets that sell handicrafts and other products unique to the region. We then depart for Hemu via a number of small towns and through stunning mountainous vistas that trigger both a sense of awe and inspiration. After a brief introduction to horse-riding, we will then take you to visit some of the most picturesque spots in the region, including Karakul Lake and Hanas Lake, which will include amazing ...Read more >

For cyclists with a thirst for amazing wildlife and cultural experiences our 11-day Pedal Adventure for Pandas in Sichuan tour will surely satisfy! Sichuan is a spectacular part of China and this itinerary will enable you to encounter a range of experiences that very few other tourists will achieve. The province is famous for a number of things including its diverse landscapes, cultural heritage and a wide array of important tourist attractions (including some that are not well-known outside of the country). Our itinerary begins with a visit to the inspiring city of Chengdu, where we will visit the magical and timeless Wenshu (Manjushri) Monastery and explore its rich historical and ...Read more >

If you’re looking to unearth the true nature of Tibet then this 13 trekking day tour will go some way to helping you understand the natural and cultural wonders of this captivating region of Asia. Throughout this Tibet exploration tour you’ll encounter an eclectic array of Buddhist sites and heritage highlights all within the dominating shadow of the mighty Himalayas, including a short stop at Everest Base Camp from where the indomitable peak rises into the clouds above. Starting this Tibet exploration tour in the country’s capital city, Lhasa, really brings home the essence of Tibetan Buddhism with the Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery and Barkhor markets all adding to the spirituality of ...Read more >

The southwest province of Yunnan has become one of China's premier locations for trekking with a wealth of forested mountains, river valleys and diverse cultural communities all adding to the appeal of a tailor made Yunnan trekking holiday in China. As part of this ten day Yunnan trekking holiday in China, travellers will be given the opportunity to experience some of the country's most intriguing cultural heritage sites against an absolutely stunning natural backdrop, with a range of authentic accommodation inviting further cultural insight. From the historic old town district and canals of Lijiang to indigenous Naxi people and the Tibetan heritage of Zhongdian, this 10 day Yunnan ...Read more >

Our 12-day Great Wall Hiking tour is the ultimate adventure for anyone with a passionate interest in visiting this world famous historical wonder. Our itinerary has been carefully designed to ensure that you experience some of the most spectacular highlights the Great Wall can offer in combination with unique opportunities to explore authentic examples of Chinese life. We feel that sampling the local culture is an essential component for any trip to China - especially for those seeking genuine experiences that are rare to acquire via conventional vacations. This is perhaps best exemplified by the exciting opportunities to stay with local families and farmers we will provide you with. ...Read more >

Our authentic 9-day Mount Muztagh Ata Base Camp Trekking tour will afford you a wonderful glimpse into the exotic cultures and landscapes the famous Marco Polo would have experienced several centuries ago. After a brief stop in Urumqi, our journey begins in the timeless city of Kashgar. Here you will encounter a unique combination of Islamic traditions, mosques and cuisines, as well as an exciting bazaar bustling with life and locals selling their authentic crafts. Indeed, our itinerary will ensure that you experience both the ancient and uniquely wonderful attractions this region has to offer, permitting an immersive sample of Chinese life in the extreme west of the country to be fully ...Read more >

Our beautifully authentic 10-day ancient pilgrimage trekking tour will ensure that you see the very best this wonderful region has to offer. Highlights of the tour will include an in-depth exploration of the amazing city of Lhasa and its eclectic range of cultural heritage sites, wonderful and awe-inspiring views via incredible treks, the Samye Monastery, and a visit to Tsetang, which is significant spiritual importance for Tibetan Buddhists. Our first stop, Lhasa, is home to number of the most prominent cultural heritage sites in Tibet, including monasteries and palaces that were associated with the thousands of Buddhist monks that have resided here over the centuries. Visits to Potala ...Read more >

Marco Polo followed this long path, as did 20th century explorers in search of "lost treasures" of early Buddhism. Today, the Silk Road offers travelers a fascinating mix of dramatic landscape along with a rich cultural heritage. This tour will take you to part of the mysterious and attractive historical Silk Route in old China, where you will visit many historical wonders, Buddhism temples and beautiful ancient Chinese architectures and historical ruins. On this Silk Road Tour our first stop is in Xi’an the gateway to the West and the starting point of the Silk Road and home to the Terra-cotta Warriors. From there we head to Lanzhou, the ancient city of Wuwei, and Jiayuguan. Upon ...Read more >

Our exciting 25-day 4WD Plateau Exploration tour perfectly combines a sense of incredible adventure with a touch of culture and natural wonder. Highlights of the tour will include an in-depth exploration of the amazing city of Lhasa and its eclectic range of cultural heritage sites, wonderful and awe-inspiring view of the Himalayas, and of course, a brief visit to Mount Everest Base Camp to acquire a view of the highest peak in the world. This genuinely is a fantastic combination of ancient cultural and natural wonders! Lhasa is home to number of the most important cultural heritage sites in Tibet, including monasteries and palaces that were associated with the thousands of Buddhist monks ...Read more >

Our 11-day Exploration Tour has been carefully designed to ensure that you experience some of the best highlights the north of China can offer. With a rich tapestry of history and culture, Beijing has a wide range of exciting things to explore. China’s capital city is has seen rapid change in recent years to become one of the world’s most spectacularly modern urban centres. However, our itinerary will ensure that you experience both the ancient and the modern and no tour to the region would be complete without a visit to the magnificent Great Wall which we will see at Mutianyu. After we leave Beijing you will then be transported to a completely different world as we begin our horse-riding ...Read more >

Our spectacular 17-days Chinese Kung Fu Exploration Trip will offer participants wonderful experiences and range of authentic insights into this famous martial art. The tour begins in China’s capital city, Beijing, which has seen rapid change in recent years to become one of the world’s most spectacularly cities. However, our itinerary will ensure that participants experience both the ancient and the modern, and cultural highlights will include a city tour of the incredible Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and Tiananmen Square. We will also visit the Beijing Huiling Community Services for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities centre, which will provide an exceptional opportunity to ...Read more >

This fantastic small group tour of China highlights the country's cultural heritage as well as the stunning natural landscapes that have made this return journey to Beijing via Chengdu, Lijiang and Kunming such an enviable experience for modern day travellers. From the Forbidden City and hutong districts in Beijing to walking on the Jiankou-Mutianyu sections of the Great Wall you'll find this China highlights small group tour starts as it means to go on prior to taking a high-speed train to Xi'an and a chance to see, first-hand, the world-famous Terracotta Warriors. The China highlights on this small group tour don't stop and after Xi'an you'll fly to Lijiang over the Yangtze River ...Read more >

This 10 day Great Wall of China walking tour really does encompass everything that this world-famous landmark has to offer with a really wide ranging cultural itinerary that is the perfect match for the benefits of being outdoors within some outstanding scenery. Sightseeing in Beijing starts this 10 day Great Wall of China walking tour off as it means to go on with everything from the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven to the workshops and handicraft studios within Baigongfang, offering all manner of cultural insight for first-time travellers. Next stop on this 10 day walking tour is the Great Wall of China where you’ll walk a series of recommended sections, off the tourist trail, ...Read more >