10 amazing ways to experience China

Ten China itineraries rich with eastern promise, from a cruise along the Yangtze to a tour of the Great Wall. 

1. Make waves on the Yangtze

The longest river in Asia, the Yangtze flows nearly 4,000 miles (6,437km) from the northern Tibetan Plateau to the East China Sea. Cruising specialist Scenic offers a four-night sailing from Yichang to Chongqing, on the five-star Yangzi Explorer, passing through the steep-sided gorges of Xiling, Wu and Qutang, with an excursion through Shennong Stream by sampan. Part of a longer two-week package, the itinerary also includes the top sights in Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. 

China Express from £5,045 for 15 nights including flights, transfers and all meals. Departs Aug 28 and Oct 23 2019. Scenic (scenic.co.uk).