Adventure holidays are organised holidays that are new, exciting, exotic or in some other way different to the norm. They can include things like getting away from the beaten track, engaging in some form of light physical activity, getting to know a foreign culture at the grassroots level, or engaging with nature. Adventure holidays have become very popular as more people decide they want to become involved in the places they visit in ways beyond seeing the major attractions.
It's important to understand that adventure holidays are well organised and the holiday travel specialists whose brochures are featured on this page will ensure that you have the out-of-the-ordinary experience that you want in China, in compete comfort and safety. This is especially important in a country like China, which has only recently opened itself to the outside world and where the cultural and language differences can be an obstacle to foreigners unfamiliar with the place but who want to have a more authentic experience while visiting.
Unlike the general travel agent who has to try to cover an ever-expanding world of travel, the experts whose brochures are on this page know adventure holiday travel in China best. When you put yourself in their experienced hands, you'll enjoy your China adventure to the full. So if you're interested in experiencing the real China - something a little different from the mainstream - browse the brochures on this page and rest assured you're on the best of hands.
If adventure travel interests you but it's also your first visit to China and you also want to see the major attractions, you could combine an escorted tour with an adventure holiday. This option is offered by many of these Japan destination experts, so look out for this in the brochure and, if you can't find what you're looking for, ask one of them to help you.
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Bring your family to discover China on a fun and educational experience for all ages – walk the Great Wall, fly a kite in Beijing, marvel at the Terracotta Warriors of Xi’an, view Giant Pandas in Chengdu, visit Hong Kong Disneyland and more… Each itinerary can be tailored to meet your family’s interests and needs. You will travel in a private vehicle and be escorted by an English-speaking guide in each destination. Triple share rooms, interconnecting rooms and family suites are available.
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2013 If you want seamless travel but don’t want to be herded around like a typical tourist, then G Adventures is your go-to travel company. They’ve seen the world and can’t wait to share every corner of it with you. Travel to incredible destinations in Asia, Africa, North Africa, Middle East, Europe, North, Central and South America with amazing experiences, specialist styles, transport and accommodation choices – in a small group or independently. There are so many options - Earth’s greatest adventures await you.
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2013 The greatest show on earth awaits you and your children, because adventure travel doesn’t ever have to stop. In fact, there’s nothing better to bring an intrepid family closer together than shared discovery and excitement – seeing the world in all its amazing forms and shapes! The trips in this 2013 G Adventures Family line-up are specially designed to up the levels of fun and exploration for families of all ages and sizes. Go forth, family - Asia, Africa, Middle East, Europe and the Americas await.
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2013-2014 Discover the exotic allure of Asia, an incredible continent that will change the way you see the world. For over 35 years, Peregrine has led the field in small group adventure travel, with innovative itineraries that explore iconic and off-the-beaten-track highlights. Peregrine's experiences – from Sri Lanka to South Korea, Borneo to Bhutan, Turkestan to Thailand, cooking, cycling, trekking, cruising, overlanding and climbing – will inspire your next Asian adventure.
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2013-2014 Travel Indochina has been operating Small Group Journeys to Asia since 1993: with six offices across its destinations and a team of expert consultants to help you escape the tourist traps and explore the essence of Asia’s history, culture, natural beauty and people. When you join a Travel Indochina Small Group Journey, you will travel Asia with friends. So if you agree that size matters, Travel Indochina’s Small Group Journeys are just for you.
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Share in Travel Indochina's expertise and enthusiasm for Asia with these videos that bring alive the sights and sounds of favourite destinations. Learn more about iconic attractions like the Great Wall of China, India's Taj Mahal or Vietnam's World Heritage listed Halong Bay. Find out what travellers have to say about Travel Indochina's unique style of travel, designed to immerse you in the local cultures and places, combining a Western tour leader and local guide to give you the best of both worlds and ensure a hassle-free experience.
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2013 A colourful mix of cultures, a rich tapestry of complex histories and peoples, memories that will last a lifetime. That’s Nexus Holidays’ promise to you. High-quality escorted group tours in China, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Singapore & Malaysia deliver stress-free holidays including Yangtze River cruises. With 16 years’ experience, partnerships with operators and major airlines, Nexus is able to offer competitive deals, tailor-made tours and great value on luxury accommodation.
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2013 Serving up a delicious adventure every time, Intrepid Travel's new Food Adventures are a grassroots, affordable way to travel through the world’s best food destinations. With options ranging from Real Food Adventures, Bite-size Breaks and Urban Food Safaris, there's a trip to suit every timeframe and taste. But they’re more than just about cuisine – all Intrepid Travel's Food trips are filled with plenty of local interaction, cultural exploration and real life experiences. Order Intrepid's brand new food brochure, hot off the press!
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Each year i-to-i sends more than 5,000 people overseas to volunteer at projects across Africa, Asia and South America. By volunteering, you’ll have an amazing travel experience, immerse yourself in a foreign culture, meet new and interesting people and make a positive contribution to the world we live in. Volunteer placements range from 1 – 12 weeks, so whether you’re looking for an amazing experience on a quick trip or a longer volunteer adventure, get inspired and get out there.
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2013-2014 Welcome to a new world of family holidays with the small-group family adventure experts. Explore ancient cultures, trek in the Himalayas, go on safari in Africa… these specially-crafted family holidays deliver a world of experiences, cultural discoveries, wildlife encounters & treks. There's a trip to suit families of every size and shape: single parent family holidays, travelling with younger children or keeping the most discerning teens happy. Destinations include Africa, Asia, Europe, USA, Canada, South & Central America.
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2012-2013 Selective Tours designs inspired itineraries in a framework of flexibility, freedom and affordability, creating memorable experiences for independent travellers, families and small groups. Family-owned, with a focus on personal service, Selective Tours combines passion, experience and local knowledge to create your ultimate holiday. All tours can be tailored for individual interests, with a choice of hotels. Expert guides show you the hidden places and authentic local culture so that you experience the real Asia.
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2013-2014 When you travel Asia, you want to make sure you do it right. You want special treatment & exclusive access that turns a regular trip into the trip of a lifetime. That’s why Contiki offers you a Backstage Pass to Asia. It’s a combination of many things, exclusive to us, that gives you unrivalled value & sets the Contiki Asia experience apart from the rest. Plus Contiki's small group sizes are perfect for that intimate experience that allows you to meet other like-minded travellers. Get ready to make new friends from around the world.
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2013-2014 Selective Tours designs inspired itineraries in a framework of flexibility, freedom and affordability, creating memorable experiences for independent travellers, families and small groups. Family-owned, with a focus on personal service, Selective Tours combines passion, experience and local knowledge to create your ultimate holiday. All tours can be tailored for individual interests, with a choice of hotels. Expert guides show you the hidden places and authentic local culture so that you experience the real Asia.
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2013-2014 Special interest tours in Vietnam, China, Mongolia, India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka. Want to cook your way through China or experience a Trans-Mongolian Adventure? These Specialist Journeys offer a more intense focus on activities or places, giving you the opportunity to learn, explore and understand more. Cooking tours offer you the chance to discover authentic regional cuisine, cycling tours and iconic rail journeys take you off the beaten track. Travel with flexibility and freedom in a small group of like-minded people, with English-speaking guides.
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2013-2014 Tucan Travel has 25 years of experience leading travellers to some of the most exciting and inspiring destinations in the world. In Asia and Russia, Tucan uses local transport as much as possible as travellers prefer the ‘hands on‘ experience. Adventures include such contrasting routes as the Silk Road and The Trans Mongolian Railway to itineraries which concentrate on specific regions or travel through several countries. Destinations: Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Russia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam.
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2013 Let Adventure World, the destination experts, design the holiday of your dreams in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Borneo, China, Hong Kong, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka & Maldives. Choose from an extensive range of city stays, culinary tours, river cruises, beach resorts, budget to luxury accommodation, tailor-made itineraries, group tours and family holidays. For over 30 years, Adventure World has been crafting holidays for Australians and has the expertise and knowledge to create your next holiday of a lifetime.
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2013 G-Plus offers travellers more comfort and convenience than the typical G Adventures trip. Handpicked accommodation, extra amenities, upgraded transportation and bonus inclusions are all standard fare on these decidedly non-standard adventures. If you're eager to get to the heart of a place, see what makes it tick,hear it speak in its own voice and truly understand it, G-Plus offers everything you could want... plus more. USA, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa & the Middle East.
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2013-2014 Welcome stranger. You've found your way to The World. It's a crazy place, but we think you'll like it. When it comes to travel, Geckos will throw you in the deep end. You'll do stuff that other travellers might chicken out of – eat weird food, ride public transport and stay in locally run places. There's a mix of must-see sites and unique experiences, and you'll get plenty of free time to do your own thing. Africa, Middle East, South East Asia, China, Japan, Himalaya, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, South & Central America.
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2013-2014 For 50 years, Sundowners Overland has been travelling the length of Asia offering an intoxicating choice of overland journeys for anyone with a passion for discovery. As a leading Trans Siberian Railway, Trans Mongolian and Silk Road tour operator, Sundowners is a specialist here, providing a unique level of service and knowledge. Travel on a fully-escorted small group tour (max 15) or on your own independent or tailor-made journey. Experience China, Mongolia, Russia & India as few travellers ever do.
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2013 From the snow-covered peaks of Mt Everest to the gleaming marble dome of the Taj Mahal, Asia is fascinating, vibrant and mind-blowing. Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. With a range of styles of travel, many using local transport, Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Independent short breaks and urban adventures are also available.
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2013-2014 Experience Russia, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, China & India at ground level, travelling with the locals, experiencing the cities with a local Honcho, eating out and getting around at local prices. Vodkatrain sets itself apart from others because there is no ‘Tour Leader’ or ‘Road Crew’ to lead the way, but a local Honcho at each city stop. With no set activities you can choose to do your own thing, or hang out with your Honcho and do the group thing.
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2013 Asia overloads all the senses, often all at once. G Adventures has captured the vibrant colours, lively tastes and unique experiences of this wondrous continent. G Adventures' small group and independent journeys will take you off the beaten track and immerse you in the real Asia, from festivals in Mongolia and India to volunteering with Pandas, taking a family holiday in Thailand or enjoying a slower pace of life in Tibet. G Adventures loves changing people’s lives. Expect the unexpected. Expect the extraordinary.
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2013-2014 These unique travel experiences 50 degrees north and beyond include self-drive journeys, small-group tours, cruises, treks and expeditions to the Nordic & Polar regions, Scandanavia, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, Russia, Mongolia, Kamchatka & the Arctic. Offering the most enriching style of travel, high in quality and full of real-life adventure, 50 Degrees North is about inspiration, unparalleled experiences and personal achievements undertaken beyond the 50th parallel north.
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2013-2014 Tucan's tailor-made tours provide the perfect adventure designed to suit your style and budget. All the choices are here for individuals, groups and families plus different modes of travel and budget to luxury accommodation. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or making your ‘international debut’, these tailor-made tours offer a safe way to explore far-flung destinations. Tucan's friendly staff and local guides have extensive regional knowledge and will ensure you experience the holiday of a lifetime.
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