The 3,099-metre-tall Mount Emei is one of four sacred Buddhist mountains in China. This mysterious mountain is traditionally regarded as a place of enlightenment and is believed to be where Buddhism was first introduced into China.

Face changing is the highlight performance of the Sichuan Opera. The origins of this performance are linked to an ancient time when people painted their faces to scare and drive away wild animals.

The hutong alleys are the best place to see and feel Beijing’s authentic culture and these narrow lanes also hide many culinary treasures.

Under the guidance of a local master, this one-hour session offers a unique opportunity to experience the ancient martial art with the iconic Temple of Heaven as a backdrop.

The massive metropolis of Chongqing combines an enthralling urban cityscape with traditional cultural elements. Famed as the 'mountain city', this one-of-a-kind urban sprawl is located on steep hills at the convergence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers.

Chengdu is an official UNESCO City of Gastronomy, awarded in recognition of its outstanding cuisine which has a diverse taste based on the five elements of sweet, sour, bitter, spicy and salty.

The financial heart of modern-day China is brimming with life, exploration opportunities and contrasts. China’s very own Shanghai has been long seen as a centre of commerce ever since it started to blossom from a small seaside fishing village in…

The art of navigating through the streets of Beijing is an art form; doing this on board a vintage motorcycle with a sidecar is taking cool to a whole new level.

Xi’an’s vibrant Muslim Quarter and Great Mosque are a memento of a time when the city was the eastern terminus of the Silk Road and attracted cultures whose religions and art changed the country forever.

Shanghai is a treasure chest of architectural styles, ranging from the Bund, a bustling waterfront promenade lined with European-style buildings, to the Pudong district with its futuristic skyline on the other side of the Huangpu River.

Get lost in the mystery of the Dazu Grottoes on this exceptional exploration of ancient history. The Dazu rock carvings are located in the county of Dazu, Chongqing. Construction began in 650 A.D and continued into the 17th century

While many residents have called this area home for generations, it is also sprinkled with signs of contemporary life, with trendy bars, cafes, restaurants and boutiques lining the pedestrianised streets.

At the heart of the Tea Horse Road this unique adventure aims to promote development in the Himalayan foothills, offering guests the chance to discover pristine nature and authentic cultures while respecting local resources and communities.

Back in the 1930s, at the beginning of World War Two, thousands of German Jews escaped Nazi persecution by fleeing to Shanghai, making the city the Oriental ‘Noah's Ark’. At a time when few countries were welcoming, Shanghai opened its…

From the stunning views of the highest snow peak in Yunnan to the lush Mekong valley, this trip takes you through the heart of the Three Parallel Rivers area and reveals its living heritage.

For nearly a half-century Empress Dowager Cixi (1835-1908) used her cunningness and connections to rule China from behind the throne.

The hutongs are a labyrinth of narrow lanes in the old quarter of Beijing that date back over 300 years. They are draped in history and the unique architecture offers an insight into past times in the capital, before glass…

The location of Xi'an as the final terminus on the east side of the famous Silk Route has worked to the advantage of a multicultural atmosphere. A large contingent of Muslim and local merchants and traders used the city to…

The Temple of Confucius was built in 1302 and is the second largest temple constructed for Confucius, the great thinker and educationalist from the days of ancient China. People flocked here to pay homage during the Yuan, Ming and Qing…

When mingling with the Chinese on a more sustainable level is what’s on your agenda, then there is no need to look further than Xi’an.

Prepare to have your breath blown away as you stand in awe among the incredible Kunming Stone Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China’s natural wonders.