IMPERIAL CHINACourtyards, ramparts & quiet hutongs
A LITTLE FURTHER. A LITTLE DEEPER.
China, beyond
the expected.
Ancient wonders. Everyday discoveries.
A journey that stays with you long after you return.
Mutianyu Great Wall · Beijing
THE EASTWARD WAY
Go for the wonders.
Stay for the feeling.
China is a thousand small discoveries. Steam rising from a bowl of noodles. A quiet courtyard behind a busy street. Mountains that seem to belong to a painting.
Eastward Journeys brings those moments into focus, with thoughtful route ideas for travellers coming from Europe. Begin with the places that move you. Leave room for the unexpected.
Let’s imagine your China01 /Your kind of journey
Culture, landscapes, food, or a little of everything.
02 /Room to explore
Meaningful days, with time to pause along the way.
03 /A closer connection
Discover the stories behind the places you visit.
PLACES THAT STAY WITH YOU
Find your corner
of China.
Follow an ancient city wall, a river bend, or the scent of Sichuan pepper. Every region has a different story to tell.
IMPERIAL CHINA
NATURE, UNHURRIEDRiver journeys & mountains like ink paintings
ANCIENT WONDERSStories beneath the surface
SICHUAN SOULPandas, teahouses & a little spice
A SLOWER RHYTHMOld towns & mountain horizons
OLD MEETS NEWA city looking in every direction
A few beginnings, rather than a complete map. Tell us where your curiosity leads.
THOUGHTFULLY IMAGINED ROUTES
A starting point.
Never the whole story.
These sample journeys connect the extraordinary with the everyday. Choose a direction, then shape the details around you.
BEIJING → XI’AN → GUILIN → SHANGHAI
A first look.
A lasting impression.
Meet China through its great contrasts: imperial courtyards and ancient warriors, soft river landscapes and a skyline that looks to tomorrow.
- DAYS 1–4Beijing
Walk the Great Wall and explore the Forbidden City.
- DAYS 5–7Xi’an
Meet the Terracotta Army and taste Shaanxi’s noodle culture.
- DAYS 8–10Guilin & Yangshuo
Trade the city’s rhythm for limestone peaks and river views.
- DAYS 11–12Shanghai
Finish with neighbourhood walks and an evening on the Bund.
An itinerary idea, not a scheduled departure. Transport, inclusions and pricing are discussed with your enquiry.
A little less rushing.
A little more being there.
CHINA, IN CONTEXT
Every place
has a deeper story.
A LITTLE CONTEXT CHANGES EVERYTHING
See the wonder.
Understand the why.
The places are extraordinary. Their stories make them unforgettable.
01
An empire, beneath the earth
Discovered in 1974, the Terracotta Army belongs to the burial complex of Qin Shi Huang, China’s first unifying emperor. Look closely: the individual faces bring a distant imperial world into remarkably human focus.
02
A wall built across centuries
The Great Wall is a history of many dynasties, landscapes and building traditions. Around Beijing, familiar stone ramparts tell part of the Ming story; they are one chapter in a much longer history of northern fortifications.
03
Living places, living traditions
History continues beyond monuments: in Lijiang’s waterways and old streets, in Sichuan teahouses, and in the food shared around a table. Leave space in your itinerary to notice it.
A LITTLE KNOW-HOW, BEFORE YOU GO
A world away.
Closer than you think.
A good journey begins with a few practical conversations. Here are the things worth thinking about first.
Connect the journey
High-speed rail can make the journey part of the experience. For longer distances, compare rail and domestic flights, and allow time to enjoy each stop.
China Railway information ↗Follow your appetite
Shaanxi noodles, Guilin rice noodles, Sichuan hotpot: China’s food is as regional as its landscapes. Share your preferences and dietary needs when planning.
Tell us what you love ↗Make room for the season
China is too varied for one perfect travel month. Choose your regions first, then consider climate, altitude, local holidays and the pace you enjoy.
Talk through your dates ↗Is China a good choice for a first visit to Asia?
A focused route is a helpful starting point. Combine a few major destinations, leave breathing room between travel days, and discuss any language, mobility or dietary requirements before choosing an itinerary. The first-encounter route above is designed as inspiration.
Will I need a visa?
Entry rules depend on your nationality, passport, route and length of stay. Check the current requirements with the Chinese embassy or consulate responsible for your passport before booking. The Chinese Visa Application Service Center can help you find the relevant application centre.
Can a journey be adapted to my interests?
That is what the enquiry is for. Tell us which places interest you, your approximate dates, who is travelling and how you like to spend a day. The sample routes are conversation starters; specific arrangements, availability and prices are agreed separately.
What should I prepare before leaving Europe?
Check passport and entry requirements, appropriate travel insurance, your bank’s overseas card arrangements, mobile connectivity and any reservations. Keep names consistent with your passport, including rail bookings. Always use current official guidance for your circumstances.
LET’S MAKE IT YOURS
Your next great
story starts with
a hello.
A place you have always dreamed of. A particular dish. A little extra time. Tell us what would make China feel like your kind of journey.
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