The Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China in Bejing is a must-see destination, no matter what tour you take or how long you plan to visit. Whether you see it by day or lit up at night, this destination never disappoints. Take time to soak in its borders of steep mountains and its many piers, towers and castles. See more details

The Forbidden City

A fabulous work of architecture, The Forbidden City has nearly 10,000 rooms in over 900 buildings, each with a history that mesmerizes as well as informs. The city is so massive that it is impossible to see it all in one tour. We highlight the best buildings and attractions so you gather a sen See more details

Terra Cotta Warriors

A sight that must be seen to be believed: Over 8,000 replicas of life-size warrior figures covering 22,000 square meters in underground rooms or pits located 20 feet below the surface. This project took Chinese craftsmen and laborers over 36 years to complete. During the Qin dynasty 2,000 year See more details

The Bund

An area--which started out as an isolated sandy beach--has grown into the symbolic representation of Shanghai and a testament to its colorful history. While viewing this "Oriental Wall Street," you can also enjoy the many elements of old Shanghai. The skyline of this area is a wonder to behold See more details

Potala Palace

Symbolic of Tibet, Potola Palace was the historical main residence of the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama. This mini city unto itself is replete with colorful 7th and 17th century architecture. The Grand Palace covers an area of over 30,000 square feet, is nearly 350-feet hi See more details

Dian Chi Lake

Dian Chi Lake, also known as Kunming Lake, is a beautiful and scenic body of water that is 6,000 feet above sea level on the Yungui Plateau. Covering a surface area of 116 square miles and 25 miles long, the western side of the lake is surrounded by dense mountain forests, while the eastern si See more details

Li River

The Li River and its borders of surrounding mountains is one of the most scenic locations in the entire world: The landscape is unique in appearance, and rich in its sights and harmony. Li River is a rare destination that soothes the human spirit while invigorating the soul with its beauty. It See more details

West Lake

Located near the Yangtze River, West Lake is also known as "Heavenly Lake" because it hovers in the mountains as if at the entrance to heaven. Anytime is good to visit West Lake because its rolling, rugged hillsides and scenery is beautiful year round. With Hangzhou City nearby, this popular a See more details

Mogao Grottos

Built in 336 A.D., Mogao Grottos is a destination also known as the Thousand-Buddha Grottos. This remote repository, housing one of the world's prime collections of Buddhist artwork and artifacts, rises up four stories in a cliff wall on Mingsha Hill. The murals have a combined length of over See more details

Yellow Mountain

Welcome to one of the most famous mountains in China, if not the world! Yellow Mountain, or Mount Huangshan, has over 72 peaks that stand separate, yet complement each other in various dimensions, with the tallest exceeding 1,800 meters. Steamy hot springs curl mist into fog-shrouded mountains See more details
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Why Should You Choose China Century Tours?

China Century Tours is the U.S. division of Shanghai Jinjiang Tours LTD, China's leading tour company. People choose us over the competition because we know how to cater to visitors who are searching for the real China.

Yet China Century Tours is more than a tour company.

We are the extension of all that is exciting, vibrant and beautiful about China, from our attention to detail in all aspects of your tour to sharing our diverse and historically rich culture. Our guides are the best in their field and our accommodations and services are world class. Our pledge is to show you the many wonders and beauty of China, above and beyond what other tour companies’ offer.

Highest Quality Accommodations and Transportation Services

From the business side, our customers appreciate the solid experience and corporate infrastructure behind China Century Tours. Shanghai Jinjiang Tours LTD is part of the Jinjiang Holding Company, one of the largest owners of luxury hotel properties in all of China. China Century Tours focuses on unique, high-quality, individually-tailored tours at affordable prices. Jinjiang Holding Company is a leader in transportation services in China, and the largest owner of luxury hotel properties in all of China. These are fully furnished rooms with all the modern conveniences Westerners expect, and each is decorated with an undeniable ambiance that is China. Our guests receive the comforts of home, yet enjoy the thrill of the many cultures and subtle nuances of our Chinese culture.

Superfine Service

On all our tours, our attention to detail transcends the ordinary. For instance, in our hotels, we offer more than just towels. We offer soft, luxurious towels that are specially folded and scented, so with each use, they caress you in comfort. Multiply this attention to detail by the hundreds of additional elements in each tour, and you realize that our tours go above and beyond what is expected. They delight the senses and invigorate the mind. In the rare instance of any problem, we exceed what is customary and traditional to make it right for you. Our commitment to satisfaction and excellence as a long-time player in the hotel industry allows us to provide superfine service without compromise.

Cordial, Attentive English-Speaking Guides Who Care About Each Individual.

Our guides pass numerous guiding and in-house quality-control tests to ensure they are the best and most knowledgeable guides available anywhere. Our guides embrace the philosophy that what they are doing is important: They are unofficial ambassadors, sharing China's culture with the world. Armed with such rewards, they strive constantly to better their English-speaking skills, provide service in Western traditions, and are always learning more to better themselves, so they can share that special insight and knowledge with you, our valuable visitor and customer. When they exude such happiness, you likewise enjoy your tour, feel good about China and tell others back home, and the cycle repeats itself.

Qualified Packages With Small Group Size

No one enjoys being in a group of strangers on a large tour. This is why China Century Tours doesn't require a large group size to earn our best tour packages and prices. We offer the same great tours for groups of all sizes. Our customers say small groups are more fun and allow for more freedom of choice for shopping, sightseeing, and just enjoying the many wonders of China.

Specially Tailored Tours

Whether it is seeing and basking in the many wonderful sights of China on your first visit, or a travel agent who has a special request for that whitewater rafter, mountain biker or hiker, we have specialty tours that will titillate, amaze and satisfy. We use expert specialty guides, known not only for their knowledge and proficiency in the field, but also their outstanding safety records. At China Century Tours, you expect the best and receive the best. It is our promise to you.

Long Track Record of Success

For over 20 years, we have pioneered China tourism for local and foreign visitors. Our surveys show our tours constantly outrank and outpull customers' expectations, and our services are second to none in the industry.

Affordable Prices

China Century Tours offers the best combination of prices and services that you can find anywhere. Our customers return year after year because they can enjoy several tours in China at a superior level of service for the price of one tour offered by many other tour organizers.

What Kind of Products Do We Offer?

Please refer to our Itinerary Page to view a few of our most popular tours. For specialized tours, contact us for details.

Customized Tour Packages

Bring us your wish-list of China tours and destinations, and we'll assemble a first-class package at a price that is within your budget. Or, allow us to build a tour based on your interests and goals.

Cultural Exchange Programs

We specialize in arranging student summer camps, where participants spend a month or more learning Chinese, a musical instrument of their choice, Chinese history or math. These and everyday cultural lessons give students a jump-start in life through many exciting experiences on the international scene. Please check the details in our campus itinerary.

Individual Tour Planning and Family Tour Planning

China Century Tours is the expert in arranging individual tours that highlight destinations as well as the specialized interests of the single traveler. From jungle treks and temples tours, to in-house cultural experiences, we have the connections to the adventure of your dreams. Keeping in mind the travel parameters of each group, we also have tours that take into consideration the many aspects of family travel, whether it be young children that need frequent naps and feeding to teenagers who require more active tours, while simultaneously meeting the cultural, educational and recreational needs of the parents.

Special Events, Exhibition & Convention, Incentive tours

China hosts myriad international conventions and exhibitions. We arrange conventions for business groups in any related business field. We are proud to have hosted many events that include music orchestras from Ohio, to World Port Conventions.

Why Visit China Now?

China is gearing up to be in the world spotlight, with the 2008 Bejing Olympic Games. Our 5,000 year-old cultural heritage is unique in the world, with its many influencing aspects of religion, philosophy, and art. China's rapid economic development is the new frontier of the business world. And last but not least, you'll find friendly people here, eager to share their way of life and anxious to learn about yours.

Your first choice is our highest priority. Please e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call us at 626-795-2588. We look forward to meeting each one of you and serving your needs in all things in China travel.

Background of Our Parent Company, JINJIANG (Group) Holding Company

JINJIANG (Group) Holding Company was founded in 1984. It possesses and manages 156 enterprises under its ownership or through holding larger shares or investment with a number of overseas undertakings set up in America, Korea, Japan and Hong Kong. Jinjiang Group is listed by Asia Weekly as one of the 500 largest enterprises of Chinese capital in the world.

Jinjiang Group is a complex group of companies with hotel industry as its economic mainstay, with backbone industries of tourism, finance, transportation, commercial trade, food processing, real estate and building management. It is one of the largest tertiary industries in China.

In the hotel industry, Jinjiang Group has 50 hotels under its management including those well-known 3 to 5-star hotels, such as Jinjiang Hotel, Jinjiang Tower, Peace Hotel in Shanghai, Kunlun Hotel in Beijing, King World Hotel in Kunming, Bei Hai Hotel in Huangshan, and others. All together, these properties include over 9,000 rooms and suites, covering ten provinces in China. In 1996, Jinjiang Group was named 64th among world-famous hotel management corporations by the Hotel Magazine, published in the United States.

In transportation, Jinjiang Group has over 3,000 vehicles of all kinds in operation with premier fleets exclusively chosen for state presidents, government heads and celebrities of foreign countries to Shanghai. It has also invested in Shanghai Airlines, the first local airline of its kind in China.
 

Destination Packages

Beijing / Xi'an / Shanghai 9 Days

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China Century Tours and Linda Yu

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