China Tour Reviews

Now that we have returned from China, my wife and I would like to express our heartfelt thanks to you and the entire Travel China Guide team.
Our trip was simply fantastic and exceptionally well organized in every respect. From the airport transfers and hotel transportation to all the sightseeing tours, everything worked absolutely perfectly. There were never any waiting times, and our drivers and tour guides were always punctual, well prepared, and ready for us. This allowed us to make the most of every moment of our journey.
What impressed us most was the outstanding flexibility and personal attention we received throughout the trip. Our tour guides had an incredible amount of knowledge and shared fascinating information as well as valuable additional recommendations that made our experience even more special. At the same time, they were always attentive to our individual wishes and needs. Whether we wanted to take in a little less information, stop spontaneously for a coffee, or make small adjustments to our daily schedule, everything was accommodated naturally and without any complications.
A very special thank you goes to you personally, dear Kina. Even before our trip began, you showed remarkable patience, dedication, and professionalism in responding to my numerous emails. You always took the time to address our questions, requests, and individual preferences, making us feel that we were in the very best hands right from the beginning. We truly appreciate this exceptional level of care and commitment.
My wife and I completely agree on one thing: Our trip to China could hardly have been organized any better! You not only introduced us to a fascinating and beautiful country but also made it possible for us to enjoy a truly unforgettable experience.
I have already recommended Travel China Guide to several people, and I will certainly continue to do so with complete confidence and enthusiasm. Anyone planning a trip to China could not be in better hands.
Your company truly stands for outstanding quality, exceptional service, and a level of personal attention that goes far beyond expectations.
Once again, a thousand thanks to you and the entire team for making this journey such a wonderful and memorable experience!

I want to say that on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest, I would rate our overall impression of the China Oriental Discovery 14 day tour a 8.5 to 9.0. The tour was very well planned, and the guides (we had four different persons, Kitty, two Lily's and Michael) were all very helpful and contributed greatly to our enjoyment and learning in each one of the cities they represented....
Personally, I felt like the amount of time having to wait just to enter the Forbidden City was a bit annoying, and I completely recognize the importance of this cultural site, but for me, it just wasn't the "kind" of sightseeing experience that I enjoy the most. However, the remainder of our time, and all the sites that we visited in Beijing, Xi'an and Guilin were very well organized, and very, very enjoyable. The two shows, the first being the acrobatic show, and the second one being the Ming Dynasty musical show, were both fantastic, and the guides did a great job of getting us there on time... I'm sure that took more skill to manage the time before hand then met the eye. This was our very first "destination"group tour, and i learned that not only do I tend to walk at a slower pace, but my personality is such that I like, or should I say that I prefer to move a bit slower, and stop and look around and "smell the roses" more than the pacing of the group tour would allow for.. This is on me, and not at all intended to be a criticism of the group tour that Travel China Guide provided us..
As far as the lodging included in each one of the cities where we travelled, I would say the selection of each was spot on.. Each one was unique and different from the previous place where we stayed, which i feel like in a small way contributed to the overall experience of travelling from one city to the next. We especially liked the surrounding environment for each of the hotels where we stayed, since after our tours daily activities had ended, my wife and I often ventured out walking slowly on our own, and we truly enjoyed seeing the park, the outdoor space along the river, the lit up like Las Vegas City area, etc. around where each one of our hotels were located... So, absolutely nothing at all to complain about regarding Travel China Guides selection of hotels where we stayed in Biejing, Xi'an, Guilin or Zhangjiajie...They all were just wonderful, comfortable, and our time spent there was just perfect for the end of our day.
I have no regrets whatsoever about choosing Travel China Guide from among the 4 or 5 different travel tour companies that I carefully reviewed before choosing YOU and TCG. I have almost 300 photos which I am now preparing to place into a new photo album to share with our family and friends, and speaking of that.
Thank you Amy...It was truly a pleasure working with you and thank you for all of your efforts in helping make this trip a pleasant reality for us.. We will never, ever forget our time spent in China...

I had a fantastic experience during my trip to China, and Amy’s support made a huge difference throughout the journey.
From the very beginning, she was extremely helpful, attentive and professional. Whenever I had a question, needed some advice or required help with an arrangement, she always replied very quickly and did her best to help. Travelling to China for the first time can sometimes be challenging, especially with the language and all the logistics involved, so knowing that I could contact Amy whenever I needed assistance gave me great peace of mind.
The trip itself was excellent. Everything was very well organised, the tours were very enjoyable, and the guides were professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I had the opportunity to discover very different sides of China, from its history and culture to its impressive modern cities, and it was an unforgettable experience.
What I particularly appreciated was Amy’s availability throughout the trip. Her support did not end once everything had been booked — she continued to answer my questions, help with arrangements and give useful advice whenever I needed it. She was always quick to respond and genuinely interested in making sure everything was going well.
Overall, I am extremely happy with the experience and with the support I received. I would definitely recommend Amy to anyone planning a trip to China, and I would have no hesitation in contacting her again when I return.
Thank you so much, Amy, for all your help, patience and support in making my first trip to China such a memorable one!

Thank you very much for the spectacular and imperial birthday celebration. I was as surprised as my husband. Many other group members thought it was spectacular as well.
Overall, I like entertaining shows. So my favourites were the acrobatic show in Beijing and yesterday's Tang Dynasty's folklore tale. As for the sights, I have lived in China before more than 20 years ago, for 3 years, and had travelled quite extensively to various parts of China previously. This is however the first time for my husband. We are glad that his birthday coincides with the visit.
Additionally, your guides so far have been very good. Kitty was very personable and connected well with everyone in the group. She made everyone feel at ease with her happy and bubbly personality. Lily is a very knowledgeable guide who showed her intent and seriousness whenever she explained the history of the places we visited. She is obviously very proud to be a guide and to share what she knows.
Next year, we hope to travel as a family of 6 adults to Tibet, Chengdu, Jhuzaigo and Yunnan on a private tour. At least that's the plan for now. I will get in touch with you again!

I wanted to take a moment to thank you and the entire team for the wonderful excursion program you organized for me.
First of all, the level of organization was excellent throughout the entire trip. Everything was always perfectly on time, the cars were very comfortable, the drivers were professional, the routes were well planned. All the little details were taken care of as well — water, umbrellas, everything else I might need was always available. I never had to worry about anything, which made the whole experience comfortable.
I would also especially like to thank Simon and Connie. They are both absolutely fantastic guides. After spending three days with them in total, I feel that I learned more about Chinese history, culture, traditions, everyday life than I could ever have expected from a trip like this. Their stories were fascinating, full of interesting historical details and facts; both of them are simply very interesting people to spend time with.
I would particularly like to highlight Connie. She is incredibly talented and truly feels like a walking encyclopedia. She seems to know the answer to every question, has an impressive knowledge of Chinese history and culture, notices every small detail; at the same time constantly pays attention to everything happening around her to make sure I am comfortable. The two days I spent with her were absolutely fantastic, I am very grateful to her.
I am also very appreciative that you managed to accommodate my request to change the guide at such short notice. I know that arranging these things is not always easy, I really appreciate how quickly and smoothly your team handled it.
Overall, I would like to sincerely thank you, the organizational team, the drivers, Simon, and Connie for making these days so memorable. Everything was handled with great professionalism and care.
I will absolutely be happy to recommend you and China Travel Guide to my friends in the future.
Thank you again for everything.

Thank you for organizing an exceptional tour experience. We have enjoyed the experience immensely.
Our tour guides have been good.
In Beijing, Lyra's historical knowledge, supported by the symbolism, culture, the architecture and the anecdotes of the times made for a very informative and inspiring visit. I will also comment on trip advisor.
In Chongqing, Youmi's enthusiast and bubbling character matched the vibey city appeal. She made sure we experienced the best of what there was to offer in a fun and interesting manner. I will also comment on trip advisor.
Michael was exceptional and I wrote about him on trip advisor ... he was tentatively to everyone's needs. As a local he knows the history and culture of the area. He also shared some traditional medicine anecdotes when he saw a tree or flower and shared what teas would help us too. He bought local treats for us to try and also sorted out gluten free food at our lunches for Roberto. He took the time to take us to the drone show too. He is fun and energetic and made the visit exceptional.
Sean has shared his passion for Shanghai, it's history and its culture. He has also been helpful in helping us sort out part of our free day.
Thank you for making the trip slick and hassle free as well as balancing modern with historical, and city with nature.

Our last holiday was another TravelChinaGuide success. Everything went like clockwork, drivers, guides, pickups etc all wonderful. I believe it is nearly 15 years since we had our first holiday with TravelChinaGuide, and we keep coming back because you are great at your job, you are able to chat to us about our travel aspirations and arrange tours which mean we out achieve our goals. The tours are always brilliantly executed and nothing is too much trouble for the drivers and guides.
Our recent holiday was great, the guides and drivers in all locations were excellent, the cars were all wonderful, the guides spoke great English and were very knowledgeable. We throughly enjoyed our holiday and cannot wait until December when we have our next trip, which I expect will be another Nicole success.
Thank you Nicole, for being so patient with me and for creating great experiences for us.

I wanted to write to you to sincerely thank you Nicole, from the bottom of my heart, for all the work, effort and dedication that you and your entire team have put into organizing and managing this tour. I am truly and incredibly grateful for everything you have done for us throughout the trip. I know that organizing a group of Spanish travelers is not always easy and, on this occasion, we had a particularly demanding and difficult group to manage. Despite this, you and your team handled everything extremely well, and I really want to congratulate you on the excellent work you have done.
Most importantly, the travelers are very happy and satisfied with the service you have provided. I have received very positive feedback from the group, and I am personally also extremely satisfied with your work and with the attention and support you have given us at all times.
I especially want to thank you for your patience, professionalism and willingness to help whenever we have needed you. It has been a real pleasure working with you again, and I am very grateful for the trust, support and commitment you have shown us throughout the entire trip.

Thank you for reaching out. We had an excellent experience on our China tour and would be happy to share our feedback.
Overall, the tour was very well organized, and we thoroughly enjoyed our trip. The sightseeing arrangements were excellent, allowing us to experience many of China's incredible cultural and natural attractions. The hotel accommodations throughout the tour were also very good and contributed positively to our overall experience.
We would especially like to commend our guides in Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai. They were knowledgeable, engaging, professional, and provided valuable insights into the history, culture, and sites we visited. Their enthusiasm and expertise greatly enhanced our travel experience.
Lastly, we would like to express our sincere appreciation for your outstanding service. You were truly spectacular throughout the entire process. From the initial booking stage to the period leading up to the trip and even while we were traveling, you were always prompt in responding to our questions and incredibly helpful. Meeting you in Xi'an was also a wonderful experience, as it was nice to finally put a face to the person we had been corresponding with by email for so long. Your professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication played a significant role in making this trip a success.
Thank you again for all your support and for helping us create such wonderful memories. We would be happy to recommend TravelChinaGuide Tours to others and look forward to traveling with your company again in the future.

Overall, we are really happy with the tour and the travel agency.

The guides have been amazing, everyone has been always on time, shared their knowledge about the place and the drivers were also nice and drived safely. One word in particular should be spent for Tserina/Selina (the guide in Tibet), who went above and beyond in guiding us through the journey to Mt. Everest.

The sightseeing arrangements were all perfect, we visited a lot of attractions and museums in a short period of time and the perfect organization led us through all this very smoothly.

The hotels were really good, clean and in strategic places and especially in Tibet I think we received an upgraded treatment.

Your assistance has been amazing and consistent, especially in supporting us to prepare for the altitude and the journey to EBC before the start of the tour. When we had the issue of the room in Beijing you contacted us late in the afternoon and took care of everything, so we are really pleased.

We are already talking with our friends about our tour and will happily recommend you as travel agency and travel consultant.

We'll for sure visit again China and for this we will contact you again.