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Golden China departs Auckland on 16 November, followed by Christmas & New Year journeys from Auckland or Christchurch on 22 December 2026. Limited seats. Book direct with New Zealand's Kiwi-led China specialists — CTS Tours NZ, Auckland-based and backed by CTS Group.
Featured Departures
Each tour is a confirmed group departure with set dates, fixed pricing, and limited seats. Click for full itineraries, day-by-day inclusions, and bookings.
Trace the golden thread of China's imperial history on this 12-day journey through Beijing's Forbidden City and Great Wall, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, and Shanghai's vibrant waterfront.
A 16-day festive journey through China's greatest icons — Christmas markets and skyline views in Shanghai, New Year's Eve celebrations in ancient Xi'an, the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, the Terracotta Warriors, futuristic Chongqing and a Cantonese Yum Cha finale in Guangzhou.
A 15-day festive journey departing direct from Christchurch through China's greatest icons — Christmas markets and skyline views in Shanghai, New Year's Eve celebrations in ancient Xi'an, the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, the Terracotta Warriors and futuristic Chongqing.
The CTS Tours Difference
We're not a reseller. We're the New Zealand–owned operator — CTS Tours NZ, Auckland-based and backed by China Travel Service.
Kiwi-led NZ operations from Auckland, backed by the CTS Group.
Our own ground team in China — no middlemen, no markup, no broken-telephone surprises.
Talk to a real person in Auckland (NZST hours). Email, call, or stop in to our office.
Find the same itinerary published cheaper elsewhere? We'll match it. Our group rates are already direct-from-operator.
Real Reviews from Kiwi Travellers
Cherie Fairley
21 Jun 2026
“We went on a recent trip to Dali and Lijiang from 19th to 30th May 2026. Well, what amazing places they are. Plus the nearby city of Shangrila. We both had an amazing time walking and exploring with only our phone app to translate, since little or no English was spoken or written. Contrary to what the Lonely Planet guidebook said! Everything worked out well which is why we want to thank Baker at CTS personally for an awesome trip, the trip of a lifetime. If any other tours, guided or unguided come up please let us know. This is Mikes second time holidaying with CTS and we will certainly highly recommend your company to friends. Mike Brooker & Cherie Fairley”
GReview from GoogleMaryam Absh
6 Jul 2026
“The china journey was well‑organized, I actually enjoyed all the moments without worrying about anything. Highly recommend the tour of tale of two cities china”
GReview from GoogleMurray Middendorf
16 Jun 2026
“Just came back from a tour of Xinjiang and a stopover in Xian. We had a fantastic time, the culture and scenery in Xinjiang is stunning and the tour was led by an experienced guide with excellent English. Highly recommended.”
GReview from GoogleEverything you need to know about traveling to China with CTS
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Contact Our SpecialistsBook a featured group departure above, or talk to our Auckland team about a fully tailor-made private trip. Either way — limited seats, and pricing locks in once you confirm.
