Price based on tours starting:

• 24 October 2026
• 7 November 2026

Extra charges apply for:

• 5 September 2026 ($100pp)
• 19 September 2026 ($100pp)
• 16 January 2027 ($200pp)
• 13 March 2027 ($200pp)
• 3 April 2027 ($400pp)
• 24 April 2027 ($200pp)
• 15 May 2027 ($100pp)
• 22 May 2027 ($100pp)

Price based on departing from Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Extra charges apply for:

• Adelaide ($400pp)

Pricing:

• Adult (12yrs +): From $2,499* per person
• Child (3-11 yrs): From $2,199* per person

Family Pricing:

• 1 Adult & 1 Child: From $4,698* per family
• 2 Adult & 1 Child: From $7,197* per family
• 2 Adult & 2 Child: From $9,396* per family

*Departure city and departure date surcharges may also apply – see above.

*All children aged 3-11 years must be accompanied by an adult at least 18+ yrs at all times.

*Bedding is based on a queen or 2 singles plus a rollaway bed per child. Max occupancy per room is 2 adults & 2 children.

*Families of 5 or more will require multiple hotel rooms due to max occupancy. Each room must contain 1 adult who is 18+ yrs.

Pace
The pace of this tour is medium paced. The tour covers multiple prefectures within China and can involve early starts and long travel days. Please be aware many iconic attractions in China can be overcrowded and busy, so please ensure you remain with your dedicated Tour Leader/Guide (s).

Fitness
A moderate level of fitness is required. You are required to move about unassisted, including boarding and exiting/disembarking vehicles and other forms of transportation, walking up and down flights of stairs, and navigating occasional uneven or steep terrain. Short walks may be required during airport transfers, which may not always reach the hotel door.

This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring a wheelchair, mobility scooter, or specialised facilities. Other walking aids may be permitted if you are able to move independently and keep pace with the group. Please note there will be a fair amount of walking, and some locations will have stairs. If you have any health concerns, let us know when booking so we can help confirm if this trip is suitable for you.

Tipping in China
Tipping in China is a well-established custom in the tourism industry. For this Family Tour, the tipping for the English-speaking Tour Leader has been included in the tour price, valued at $96 AUD per person. Any additional tips for local guides, drivers, and hotel staff are at your own discretion.

Visa requirement for China
As of 01 July 2024, ordinary Australian and New Zealand passport holders can enter China visa-free for visits of up to 30 days or less. For eligibility requirements, latest costs and visa types, please see the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China or Smartraveller.

• Shanghai 4⭐ – Novotel Shanghai Suning or similar
• Hong Kong 4⭐ – Regal Riverside Hotel Hong Kong or similar

Please note: Accommodation is subject to change. Final hotel details will be provided in your Hotel List, sent no later than 30 days prior to departure.

A single supplement from $1000*pp is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.

Exclusions
Meals not stated, beverages, optional programs, travel insurance (strongly recommended), China Visa (if required), tipping, personal expenses, and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.

Payment
A first deposit from $299 per person is required to secure your booking. A second deposit (partial payment) is due 10 months before departure – the amount to be advised at the time of booking. The final balance will be due 5 months before departure. Full payment is due at the time of booking for departures within 5 months.

Tipping
Tipping in China is a well-established custom in the tourism industry. For this Family Tour, the tipping for the English-speaking Tour Leader has been included in the tour price, valued at $96 AUD per person. Any additional tips for local guides, drivers, and hotel staff are at your own discretion.

Solo Occupancy
A single supplement from $1,000 per person is payable in addition to the twin-share price for solo occupancy. Single rooms are typically smaller than twin/double rooms in China.

Extra Accommodation
Pre and post tour accommodation is not included. Should you choose to arrive prior or extend your stay, you will need to source your own accommodation and transportation. The deviation fee policy will also apply. See Deviation conditions below.

Child
This tour is designed for families with young children. The minimum child age is 3 years however all children must be able to walk unassisted. A child discount applies for children aged from 3-11 years at time of travel. All children aged 12 years and over at time of travel are charged adult pricing.

Price
Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at the time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation, or withdrawal without notice. All prices are in Australian dollars per person, twin share, unless stated otherwise.

Change & Cancellation Fees
Changes for any reason will incur a fee of $110 per person per change in addition to any travel service provider fees. Cancellation for any reason will incur a fee of $550 per person in addition to any travel service provider fees. Travel service provider fees for the tour and air components of the package are dependent on the date of the change or cancellation as follows:

• 0-29 days before departure 100% of the tour fee and 100% of the air fee will apply
• 30-60 days before departure 65% of the tour fee and 100% of the air fee will apply
• 61-99 days before departure 50% of the tour fee and 100% of the air fee will apply
• 100-180 days before departure 30% of the tour fee and 100% of the air fee will apply
• 181+ days before departure 10% of the tour fee and 100% of the air fee will apply

Airfares are generally non-refundable but any refundable ticket taxes will be returned. Full details of the change and cancellation fees is outlined in the Terms & Conditions available on our website.

Deviation
Any request to deviate from the original dates or routing, including early arrival and stay behind, is subject to a flight deviation fee from $150 per person, plus applicable airfare and tax differences. Packaged tour extensions are not subject to the deviation fee (applicable airfare and tax differences may still apply) if booked according to the original advertised dates and routing.

Visa
As of 01 July 2024, ordinary Australian and New Zealand passport holders can enter China visa-free for visits of up to 30 days or less. For eligibility requirements, latest costs and visa types, please see the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China or Smartraveller.

Pace
The pace of this tour is medium paced. The tour covers multiple prefectures within China and can involve early starts and long travel days. Please be aware many iconic attractions in China can be overcrowded and busy, so please ensure you remain with your dedicated Tour Leader/Guide (s).

Fitness
A moderate level of fitness is required. You are required to move about unassisted, including boarding and exiting/disembarking vehicles and other forms of transportation, walking up and down flights of stairs, and navigating occasional uneven or steep terrain. Short walks may be required during airport transfers, which may not always reach the hotel door.

This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring a wheelchair, mobility scooter, or specialised facilities. Other walking aids may be permitted if you are able to move independently and keep pace with the group. Please note there will be a fair amount of walking, and some locations will have stairs. If you have any health concerns, let us know when booking so we can help confirm if this trip is suitable for you.

Passport
For international travel, each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that all names are full names, exactly matched to the passport, with six months’ validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information, and expired passports.

Health
It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended. Tap water in China may not be safe to drink. Drink only bottled water with intact seals.

Money
The currency in China is the Renminbi (RMB). ATMs are widely available in major Chinese cities. They accept major credit cards including at international hotels and restaurants. In some smaller cities, using international cards will be limited and local currency is suggested.

Shopping
China is a treasure trove for those looking to shop. From bustling markets to large shopping centres. Famously known for silk and jade products, China is also known for its pearl and tea produce, along with traditional Chinese medicine. Your itinerary may allow for stops at English speaking shops where you can browse/purchase products. Any purchase of products are at your own discretion. Please do not make any purchases if you are not comfortable or feel pressured into. Should you require any assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Leader.

Baggage
Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. Excess baggage is not permitted. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. An additional light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Due to high-speed train baggage restrictions, you may wish to pack a separate light bag or backpack containing essentials – your luggage will also be stored in the designated luggage racks located on the train and not easily accessible once the train is moving. All porterage is not included, and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk, and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.

Transfers
Seat in coach airport transfers on group tour arrival and departure days are included.

Meals
Breakfasts offered by the Chinese accommodation providers are typically buffet style, with limited vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options. For meals not included, your Tour Leader will escort you to preferred Western friendly restaurants or suggest dining options nearby. Please notify us at the time of booking of any special dietary requirements and allergies. We endeavour to pass on your dietary requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices may be limited or not catered for. You are required to reconfirm dietary requests with your Tour Leader whilst on tour.

Accommodation
All accommodation featured in this itinerary is based on 4 star hotels. Please note most hotels in China are either self-rated or locally rated based on Chinese standards. All hotel rooms will feature either a twin room (two single beds) or a double room (1 Queen bed). All bedding requests cannot be guaranteed however all special requests should be made known at time of booking. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. All hotel rooms will be requested as non-smoking, however, please be aware that some hotels offer smoking rooms and smoking floors. Hotel names mentioned are indicative and subject to change based, with final group tour hotels being confirmed on your final documentation. The standard check-in time is from 3pm and check-out is prior to 10am.

International Flights
The outbound flight may depart one day prior to day 1 shown on the itinerary. The inbound flight may arrive one day after the final day shown on the itinerary. Flights are booked approximately 8 to 10 months prior to departure. The flights included in your package are based on Cathay Pacific with a specific predetermined airfare allowance. Should there be a significant increase in airfares, fuel levies, taxes or government fees at the time of booking flights, then an airfare supplement may be imposed. The flights team will discuss options with you prior to ticketing, should this situation arise.  Flights may not operate daily or directly to your destination. No show of any flight sectors will result in the automatic cancellation of all onward flights by the airline.

Internal Flight (Shanghai to Hong Kong)
While every effort is made to have all guests travelling together on internal flights, operational requirements, airline schedule changes or other unforeseen circumstances may result in guests travelling on different flights to the rest of the group. In such cases, all guests will still be met on arrival and provided with the applicable airport transfers and included touring services.

Fuel
In the unlikely event of a significant increase in fuel costs levied by third-party air, land, and cruise transportation operators before travel, a fuel supplement may be passed on to the customer.

Group Size
You will meet like-minded travellers on tour and may even make lifelong friends. This holiday will proceed with a minimum group size of 20 passengers and a maximum group size of approximately 35 passengers. If the tour does not operate due to minimum numbers, you will be offered a credit or alternative date.

Optional Tours

• Optional: Suzhou Grand Canal Cruise from 220RMB pp
• Optional: Huangpu River Night Cruise from 280RMB pp
• Optional: Victoria Harbour Night Cruise from 360RMB pp
• Optional: Lantau Full Day Island Tour from 490RMB pp

Optional tours are special unique programs that you may add to your tour. All optional tours are payable directly to the Tour Leader in the local currency (RMB) and cannot be prepaid. In the event that some programs or venues may not be available, alternative programs may be offered or the Tour Leader. For any passenger not participating in optional programs, they will be directed by the Tour Leader with where to remain until the optional program with other passengers attending is complete.

Itinerary
The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.

Breakaway
Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.

Documentation
Final documentation will be emailed 30 days prior to departure, which includes a final hotel list, return flight itinerary, and invoice with the day-by-day itinerary.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.

Force Majeure
Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In the case of force majeure or other extraordinary events that prevent safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone, or cancel the trip.