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China has a rich cultural heritage. As of 2009, China has 38 UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the first was added in 1987. To cater for foreign visitors who want to visit World Heritage Sites, China Highlights offers a range of tours including our selection of the best of these sites.Click here to Refine your search!

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The Highlights of China World Heritage Tours

The Great Wall of China (Year of Recognition: 1987)

The Unique man-made scenery can be seen on the moon and it was built 7th century B.C.

The Forbidden City (Year of Recognition: 1987)

The best preserved imperial palace in China and the largest ancient palatial structure in the world.

Temple of Heaven (Year of Recognition: 1998)

It is seen as the most holy temples and described as "a masterpiece of architecture and landscape design".

Potala Palace (Year of Recognition: 1994)

It is a huge treasure house of materials and articles from Tibetan history, religion, culture and art.

Mountain Tai (Year of Recognition: 1987)

Well-known for the temples on its slopes have been a destination for pilgrims for 3,000 years.

Jiuzhaigou (Year of Recognition: 1992)

Jiuzhaiguo means ‘Valley of the Nine Villages’, and the nine villages remain spread around the valley within the Park, home to about 110 Tibetan and Qiang families.

Mogao Grotto (Year of Recognition: 1987)

Praised as "a glittering pearl that adorns the Silk Road", whcih are the most famous grottoes in China

Hongcun Village (Year of Recognition: 2000)

It was enlarged to the shape of the Taiyi elephant at that time, it was acclaimed as Hongcun.

Yellow Mountain (Year of Recognition: 1990)

It was one of the first Key National-Level Scenic Resorts and is also a world class tourist attraction.

Suzhou Garden (Year of Recognition: 1997)

Well-known for oddly-shaped rocks and deep caves which was built hundreds years ago in the Yuan Dynasty.

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CHT-WH-01: Culture Explosion Tour

Duration: 10 Days

Destination: Beijing Xian Shanghai Suzhou

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$ 1504 p/p

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Immerse yourself in China's diverse cultures as we take you to some of the best and most diverse of China's cultural heritages. Climb the Great Wall and see how the Emperors lived at the Forbidden City. The Entombed Warriors amaze in Xian while the many beautiful classical gardens and silk culture in Suzhou which live up to their name of "Paradise on earth".

CHT-WH-02: Ancient China & Tibet Discovery Tour

Duration: 19 Days

Destination: Beijing Xian Lhasa Shigatse Chengdu Jiuzhaigou Shanghai

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$ 4235 p/p

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History oozes from your destinations. This odyssey will take you to some of the oldest and the famous historical sites in the world. From the grandeur of Beijing's Forbidden City to the incredible Entombed Warriors, plus the unforgettable sights of Tibet and Chengdu, your will be enthralled at every turn.

CHT-WH-03: The World Heritage Sites' Trail in North China

Duration: 14 Days

Destination: Beijing Chengde Datong Wutaishan Taiyuan Pingyao Xian

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$ 1812 p/p

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It is an spiritual journey to the places associated with the essence of World Heritage Sites in north China. Each destination has its own significance.

CHT-WH-04: Chinese Brilliant Culture and Art Tour

Duration: 16 Days

Destination: Beijing Jinan Taian Qufu Zhengzhou Anyang Dengfeng Luoyang Xian Shanghai

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$ 2480 p/p

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This tour covers the China of yesterday, today and tomorrow. We will take you to the most important historical and modern cities in China. You will visit the major tour sites, such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Terra-cotta Warriors, enjoy natural sceneries such as Mt.Tai and Baotu Spring, also will visit Confucius Mansion and learn about the culture and history of Confucianism.

CHT-WH-07: World Heritage Explosion Tour

Duration: 12 Days

Destination: Beijing Dunhuang Xian Shanghai Huangshan

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$ 2554 p/p

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This odyssey takes you to some of the best world cultural heritages. See how the Emperors lived at the Forbidden City and discover the mystery of the Entombed Warriors amaze. The Silk Road culture in Dunhuang and a well known mountain - Huangshan will enrich your world heritage tour.

15-Day World Heritages & Southern China Discovery (CHT-WH-08) From $3005
Shanghai → Kunming → Diqing → Lijiang → Chengdu → Emeishan → Xian → Beijing
13-Day World Heritage Explore with Yangtze Combo (CHT-WH-05) From $2026
Beijing → Shiyan → Wudang Shan → Yichang → Yangtze → Chongqing → Hong Kong
15-Day The World Heritage Sites' Trail in South China (CHT-WH-06) From $2658
Hong Kong → Guilin → Yangshuo → Kunming → Lijiang → Dali → Liuku → Bingzhongluo → Gongshan

China World Heritage Tours

The Highlights of China World Heritage Tours

The Great Wall of China (Year of Recognition: 1987)

The Forbidden City (Year of Recognition: 1987)

Temple of Heaven (Year of Recognition: 1998)

Potala Palace (Year of Recognition: 1994)

Mountain Tai (Year of Recognition: 1987)

Jiuzhaigou (Year of Recognition: 1992)

Mogao Grotto (Year of Recognition: 1987)

Hongcun Village (Year of Recognition: 2000)

Yellow Mountain (Year of Recognition: 1990)

Suzhou Garden (Year of Recognition: 1997)

CHT-WH-01: Culture Explosion Tour

CHT-WH-02: Ancient China & Tibet Discovery Tour

CHT-WH-03: The World Heritage Sites' Trail in North China

CHT-WH-04: Chinese Brilliant Culture and Art Tour

CHT-WH-07: World Heritage Explosion Tour

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