The Top China Travel Destinations in 2021/2022
Where in China should you go next year? Here we recommend 10 of the most popular tourist destinations to help you seek ideas and spark planning for your 2021 tour.
The top 10 destinations are 1) Yunnan, 2) Guilin, 3) Chengdu, 4) Tibet, 5) Zhangjiajie, 6) Huangshan, 7) Xiamen, 8) Beijing, 9) Xi'an, 10) Shanghai, with Suzhou and Hangzhou.
We have also linked our top related tours for your convenience.
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- Yunnan — a Colorful Wonderland
- Guilin — The Place to Go for Classic Chinese Countryside
- Chengdu — the City of Cute Giant Pandas
- Tibet — Nothing but Pure Beauty
- Zhangjiajie — Pandora on Earth!
- Huangshan — the Magical Yellow Mountains
- Xiamen — Where Mulan Was Filmed
- Beijing — Visit the Great Wall
- Xi'an — See the Terracotta Army
- Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou — 1 Hour by Bullet Train
1. Yunnan — a Colorful Wonderland
Located in Southwest China, Yunnan is the most diverse and colorful area in China, with features ranging from snowcapped mountains to tropical rain forests, from highland lakes to canyons, and from ancient towns to fascinating minority villages.
Yunnan's diverse cultures, rich history, spectacular landscapes, and pleasant climate make it a good year-round vacation destination.
Top Things to Do in Yunnan
- Enjoy a lazy time in the Old Town of Lijiang, which is characterized by old Naxi architecture.
- Bike with the refreshing breezes of Erhai Lake
- Visit a non-public dormitory of Songzanlin Monastery and walk in a Tibetan family's house in Shangri-La
- Meet the matriarchal Mosuo in Lugu Lake
- Capture the unmatched beauty of the Yuanyang Terraced Fields, an area that has been acknowledged by UNESCO as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site.
- Hike across Tiger Leaping Gorge, which is one of the deepest gorges on the planet.
Recommended Tours
- 8-Day Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La Tour
- 9-Day Yunnan Family Tour
- 3-Day Lugu Lake Tour
- 6-Day Xishuangbanna and Pu'er Tour
- More Yunnan tours
All our tours can be customized. Contact us to create a trip according to your group size, time, budget, interests, and other requirements.
2. Guilin — The Place to Go for Classic Chinese Countryside
"East to west, Guilin is best." Guilin's idyllic scenery draws millions of tourists from near and far every year. Its marvelous limestone scenery is renowned as "the most beautiful on earth". The fresh air and countryside scenery make it an ideal place to escape industrial pollution.
The Li River is the top highlight of Guilin, and the Longji Terraced Fields attract many photographers in spring and fall.
Top Things to Do in Guilin
- Take a cruise to see the picturesque Li River.
- Photograph the Longji Terraced Fields and experience minority culture in Longsheng.
- Have an adventurous ATV driving experience along paths and between rice fields in Yangshuo.
- Try a 2-hour via ferrata (cable-protected cliff climb) in Yulong River Ecological Park.
- Go kayaking to enjoy the cool water and appreciate the karst scenery along the Li River.
- Experience what it's like to be a local villager working in the fields.
Recommended Tours
- 4-Day Guilin Scenic and Ethnic Discovery
- 5-Day Dynamic Guilin and Yangshuo Tour — Best for Summer Vacations
- 6-Day Guilin, Yangshuo, and Longsheng Tour
3. Chengdu — the City of Cute Giant Pandas
Giant pandas are so cute, and many travelers want to see, or even hug, these lovely animals. Although there are giant pandas in zoos in various places around China, the best place to see and hug pandas is in Chengdu. Visitors can also take part in volunteer programs to take care of giant pandas.
Top Things to Do in Chengdu
- Watch giant pandas and join a panda keeper program
- Shake up your taste buds with the real Sichuan food
- Visit the Leshan Giant Buddha
- Discover the mysterious Sanxingdui Civilization in Sanxingdui Museum
- Walk into a colorful fairyland in Daocheng and Yading
Recommended Tours
- 3-Day Chengdu Giant Panda, Giant Buddha, and Ancient Town Tour
- 1-Day Pandas and Sanxingdui Museum Tour
- 5-Day Chengdu, Daocheng, and Yading Tour
- 8-Day Chengdu to Shangri-La Adventure Tour
All our tours can be customized. The itinerary can be adjusted according to your group size, time, budget, interests, and other requirements. Just contact us.
4. Tibet — Nothing but Pure Beauty
Tibet is a sacred place for Buddhists as well as a dream destination for many tourists. It is overflowing with rich Tibetan culture, characteristic Tibetan architectural structures, vast grasslands, herds of cattle and sheep, blue skies, clear water, and fresh air. It's a place for slowing down and soaking up the natural charm that's all around you.
Top Things to Do in Tibet
- Explore the Potala Palace, which is an iconic landmark in Tibet.
- Make a circuit of Barkhor Street to get an insight into the Tibetan culture and beliefs.
- Gaze at the beauty of Yamdrok Lake and Namtso — Tibet's pristine landscapes.
- Explore Ani Tsankhung Nunnery, a quiet but active convent where females study Buddhism.
Recommended Tours
- 13-Days Beijing–Xi'an–Lhasa-Shanghai Private Tour
- 8-Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Tour
- 7-Days Tibet Tours by Train from Xining
- 5-Days Lhasa Classics and Lake Yamdrok Tour
All our tours can be customized. Contact us to create a trip according to your group size, time, budget, interests, and other requirements.
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