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China Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
.. late monsoon with road closures, etc. But the Tour leader coped very well with the changes.
As a very well travelled person the team leader Mani stands out he is brilliant. You focus on the walk and the immersive experience. Mani and the team remove all oth...
We really enjoyed the trek because of Keshar and his team. All of them were very helpful and informative. The food prepared by the chef was delicious and soooo fresh...
Our guide Keshar was amazing! He looked after the group and all the staff members. The trip itself is unbelievably beautiful. I would really recommend it to everyone...
After almost 80 days of trekking, reaching the border with Tibet at Hilsa was so fulfilling.
Be prepared though; cycling for several days in a row (50-75km per day) in this environment is tough, if you're not prepared. The guides and their teams were good. ...
The team involved were professional. I had a really good time.
The stark contrast between the vast grey scree of the mountains to the luminous blues & greens of the Kulikalon Lakes system took my breath away. To back this wi...
The rugged beauty of Tajikistan mountains and lakes then the desert plains of Uzbekistan. Was a very satisfying experience to trace the history and rise & fall o...
It really was a trip that I will never forget.
Level of accommodation was amazing local guides were even better, special mention of our guides in Cambodia Jackie and driver Thaei. They were just two of the most b...
Our guides, Chao in Vietnam and Vannak in Cambodia, were absolutely fantastic and couldn't do enough for us. All the support staff were wonderful too. Generally the ...
" The tripwas seamless as World Expeditions did everything possible to guarantee asafe and life changing experience for some of the students. It was clearthat thro...
WE office staff very quick to respond to queries and gu...
This trip was a 10 year anniversary celebration for my wife and I and we loved the experience. Being a very small group I think the guides had some interesting and ...
The cultural part in Uzbekistan was fantastic due to a wonderful guide we had ...
Absolutely magnificent. We had the best time and it was the m...
But I am pleased to say, we did it! Now back to daily routine, I am so proud of what we achieved physically, coupled with a head full of amazing memories. Riding ove...
This was an excellent Tour. It was well-organised, without being a military-like operation! The food was very good, particularly the special lunches. Guides were kno...
We are pleased to give the comments on our recent China trip. The meals were all excellent. It is hard to choose which is our favorite. The duck was thrilling. The d...
Editor’s Take
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country - however in China it’s a bit of a different story.
Negative or lower rated reviews for China tours often bring up the culture shock - though most have a positive word to say about their tour guide and the trip itinerary in general. So in the case of China reviews, the tour itself may have been enjoyable but the country was different than expected.
As you read China reviews, consider that China - while a wonderful country with amazing history and people - can be very challenging for travelers, particularly western travelers.
The language barrier is one of the primary reasons that traveling with a local guide is essential in China. They are invaluable for keeping things calm in the often crowded and confusing areas you visit, make sure you find things to eat that you’ll enjoy, and can also help you experience more rural countryside regions, that would be extremely difficult to navigate independently if you don’t speak the language.
That said, while most guides in China speak english, sometimes their accent will be thick and difficult to understand. This can be quite frustrating for some and possibly lead to a lower review score. Be sure to take this into account as you read China tour reviews.
Accommodations in China may also be quite different in terms of comfort level, depending on where in the country you’re traveling, and the tour style. Many China tours feature overnight trains, which can be quite an experience - not always super comfortable.
Homestays and local hotels are very common on China tour itineraries, and these too aren’t every travelers cup of tea. Be prepared with an open mind and adventurous spirit, ready to learn about a very different culture from your own.
If you want a professional take on traveling in China, see the Travelstride China Guide »
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