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China Signature — Natural China

Discover China's most breathtaking natural landscapes across 16 days — from Shanghai's urban charm to the karst peaks of Guilin, the pandas of Chengdu, the ancient riverside beauty of Fenghuang, and the dramatic "Avatar" mountains of Zhangjiajie.

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Next Departure

20 Aug 2026

All departure dates

20 August25 October

Dates refer to scheduled group departures; year 2026 where applicable — confirm at booking.

16 Days
From NZD $7,670

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Tour Overview

Discover China's most breathtaking natural landscapes across 16 days — from Shanghai's urban charm to the karst peaks of Guilin, the pandas of Chengdu, the ancient riverside beauty of Fenghuang, and the dramatic "Avatar" mountains of Zhangjiajie.

CTS Tours departure schedule

Group departures from New Zealand (dates as published). Contact us to reserve a seat or request a private departure.

Signature series departures

Silk Road

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25 August14 October
Legacy of China

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13 August15 October
China Panorama

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14 October
Natural China

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20 August25 October

Discovery series departures

A Tale of Two Cities

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13 August15 October2 November
Best of China

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3 September
Shanghai & Surroundings

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3 August14 October
Colourful Yunnan

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10 September

Tour Highlights

Cruise the Li River through stunning karst landscapes

Visit the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base

Explore the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world's largest stone Buddha

Discover the enchanting night views of Fenghuang Ancient Town

Walk the Glass Skywalk at Tianmen Mountain

See the "Hallelujah Mountains" in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Cross the famous Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge

Stroll through charming Zhujiajiao Water Town

Enjoy a Huangpu River night cruise in Shanghai

Experience West Street in Yangshuo

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day1

Auckland — Shanghai (Overnight Flight)

Day2

Arrival in Shanghai

Meals: Lunch

Day3

Shanghai

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day4

Shanghai — Guilin

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day5

Guilin — Yangshuo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet onboard)

Day6

Yangshuo — Guilin

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day7

Guilin — Chengdu

Meals: Breakfast

Day8

Chengdu

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day9

Chengdu — Leshan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day10

Chengdu — Fenghuang Ancient Town

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day11

Fenghuang — Zhangjiajie

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day12

Zhangjiajie — Wulingyuan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day13

Wulingyuan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day14

Wulingyuan — Shanghai

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day15

Shanghai — Zhujiajiao — Departure

Meals: Breakfast

Day16

Shanghai — Auckland

SHANGHAI (3N)GUILIN (1N)YANGSHUO (1N)GUILIN (1N)CHENGDU (4N)ZHANGJIAJIE (3N)SHANGHAI (3N)
SHANGHAI (3N) — GUILIN (1N) — YANGSHUO (1N) — GUILIN (1N) — CHENGDU (4N) — ZHANGJIAJIE (3N) — SHANGHAI (3N)

Schematic route for planning — not a geographic map. City order is derived from your itinerary text.

What's Included

Included

  • Return international airfares from Auckland
  • Domestic airfares within China
  • 4–5 star hotel accommodation
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees and meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Land transport including high-speed trains (First Class)

Not Included

  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenses
  • Transportation and guide services during free time
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary
  • Tips (suggested NZD $10 per day per person)
  • Any items not specifically mentioned as included

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Traveller Reviews

MP

Margaret & John Patterson

Auckland, NZ

An absolutely magical experience! Baker arranged a private tai chi session on the Great Wall at sunrise. We have travelled extensively, but this trip was in a class of its own.

SW

Sarah & Tom Williams

Christchurch, NZ

We were nervous about travelling to China for the first time, but CTS made everything seamless. The hotels were beautiful, the guides were knowledgeable, and the itinerary was perfectly paced.

PF

Paul & Linda Foster

Dunedin, NZ

This was our 50th wedding anniversary trip and CTS made it truly special. From the surprise dinner at a courtyard restaurant in Beijing to the private calligraphy lesson, every moment was thoughtfully curated.

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Duration
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Price
From NZD $7,670

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