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Four regions, four rhythms of travel – from imperial palaces in the north to glass skylines in the south.
China is a world within a world – imperial palaces and glass skylines, sacred mountains and bullet trains, hand-pulled noodles and Michelin-starred towers. Few destinations offer such contrast within a single trip.
At Avyra Travel, we specialise in China individual holidays – fully tailored to your interests, your budget and your group. No off-the-shelf packages. Every trip is unique.
💡 How it works: You fill in our short interest form – we plan your complete North China itinerary, from flights and accommodation to every tour, transfer and local guide.
From the imperial north to the tropical south, from the high plateaus of the west to the East China Sea – China rewards travellers who go beyond the first-time checklist. Here is an overview of the four regions we plan journeys in:
Imperial capitals, the Great Wall and ancient dynasties. This is where China’s 5,000-year story begins.
Beijing – Forbidden City, Great Wall at Mutianyu, Temple of Heaven, hutong alleyways
Xi’an – Terracotta Warriors, ancient City Wall, Muslim Quarter
Datong – Yungang Grottoes, the Hanging Monastery
Pingyao – perfectly preserved Ming-dynasty walled town
Inner Mongolia – grasslands, yurt stays, horseback riding
Karst peaks, tropical islands and Cantonese cuisine. South China moves at a different rhythm – slower, greener, spicier.
Guilin & Yangshuo – Li River cruise, karst mountain landscapes
Zhangjiajie – Avatar-inspiring sandstone pillars, glass skywalk, Tianmen Mountain
Guangzhou – Pearl River, Cantonese food culture
Hong Kong – Victoria Peak, skyline, dim sum
Fujian – Hakka Tulou earthen roundhouses
Pandas, plateaus and the Silk Road. The most dramatic landscapes in China, and the least crowded.
Chengdu – Giant Panda Base, teahouse culture, Kuanzhai Alley
Chongqing – 3D mountain megacity, Yangtze Three Gorges cruise
Dunhuang – Mogao Caves, Singing Sand Dunes & Crescent Lake, Silk Road heritage
Yunnan – Lijiang Old Town, Shangri-La, Dali, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Tibet – Potala Palace, Himalayan plateau (seasonal, altitude considerations)
Modern skylines, classical gardens and the Yangtze Delta. Where old China and new China meet.
Shanghai – The Bund, Pudong skyline, Yu Garden, French Concession
Suzhou – classical gardens, canal towns, silk heritage
Hangzhou – West Lake, Longjing tea plantations
Huangshan – Yellow Mountain, sea-of-clouds sunrise views
Nanjing – Ming-dynasty history, Yangtze riverside city
China can be experienced in countless ways. Tell us what excites you – we’ll build your trip around it.
Imperial History & Culture
Forbidden City, Terracotta Warriors, ancient city walls, Buddhist cave temples – few countries carry 5,000 years of history so visibly.
Modern Megacities & Innovation
Shanghai’s skyline, Chongqing’s stacked highways, bullet trains at 350 km/h – see the China of tomorrow, today.
Nature & Landscapes
Karst peaks in Guilin, sand dunes in Dunhuang, the Himalayan plateau in Tibet – landscapes unlike anywhere else on earth.
Culinary Journeys
Peking duck, Sichuan hotpot, Cantonese dim sum, hand-pulled Lanzhou noodles – a different cuisine in every province.
Panda & Wildlife Encounters
Chengdu’s Giant Panda Base, red pandas, and conservation-focused visits for families and wildlife lovers.
Silk Road & Ethnic Diversity
Dunhuang’s Mogao Caves, Xinjiang’s bazaars, Yunnan’s ethnic minority villages – China’s cultural crossroads.
Family Travel
Panda encounters, Great Wall adventures, high-speed trains kids love, and guides experienced with families.
Photography & Adventure
Glass skywalks, misty mountain sunrises, ancient water towns – built for travellers who chase the perfect shot.
China is vast enough to visit year-round, but spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most pleasant conditions nationwide. Summer is hot and humid in the south and along the Yangtze, but ideal for Tibet, Inner Mongolia and the Dunhuang region. Winters are cold in the north (Beijing, Xi’an) but mild in the south (Guangzhou, Hong Kong).
German, Austrian and Swiss nationals can currently enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days (tourism, business, family visits), under a policy running through 31 December 2026. UAE passport holders benefit from a separate mutual visa exemption. A valid passport with sufficient remaining validity is required. We advise on current entry requirements for your specific nationality before every trip, as policies can change.
No mandatory vaccinations are required for most travellers. Routine vaccinations should be up to date. Travel to Tibet or high-altitude regions of Yunnan requires acclimatisation planning, which we build into your itinerary.
China has the world’s most extensive high-speed rail network, connecting nearly all major cities at up to 350 km/h – often faster and more comfortable than flying. For longer distances (e.g. Beijing to Dunhuang or Lhasa) we arrange domestic flights. All transfers, drivers and local guides are organised on the ground.
Mandarin is the national language. Our local partners provide English-speaking guides as standard, with German, Spanish, French and other languages available on request for most regions – ideal for our DACH clients travelling as a family or small group.
China offers excellent value relative to its scale and infrastructure – from 3-star comfort to 5-star luxury lodges and boutique hotels. Tell us your budget and group size, and we’ll plan accordingly.
Currently, no. German, Austrian and Swiss passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days, under a policy running through 31 December 2026. As this is a time-limited measure, we always confirm the current entry requirements for your specific travel dates before booking.
Yes, but Tibet requires a separate Tibet Travel Permit in addition to your Chinese visa, arranged through a licensed local agency and only bookable as part of a guided tour (independent travel isn't permitted). We handle this permit process as part of any itinerary that includes Tibet.
Our local partners provide English-speaking guides throughout your trip, with German and other languages available on request for most regions. Between cities, China's high-speed rail network is straightforward even without Mandarin, and all transfers, drivers and tickets are arranged for you in advance.
The Mutianyu section is the most scenic and best-restored near Beijing, but it does get busy with tour groups. For fewer crowds, sections like Jinshanling or an early-morning visit to Mutianyu before 9am offer a much quieter experience while still being easily reachable as a day trip.
Yes, China has a very low rate of violent crime and is generally considered one of the safer destinations for international travellers, including families and solo travellers.
Not without a VPN – these and most Western apps are blocked within mainland China. We recommend setting up a reliable VPN on your phone before departure, as connectivity can be unreliable once you're already there. We're happy to share our recommended VPN providers when you book.
1. You fill in our interest form – travel dates, group, wishes, budget
2. We create an individual itinerary incl. flights, accommodation & tours
3. You receive your personal quote – free of charge and without obligation
4. Once approved, we book everything for you – one contact person, no stress
5. You enjoy your holiday – we’re available in the background at all times
Tell us about your wishes – we’ll plan your very own China holiday. Whether imperial history, panda encounters, karst landscapes or the Silk Road: we make it happen.
