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Johnathan Dowling

Oct 2022

The weather was tewrrible

.. late monsoon with road closures, etc. But the Tour leader coped very well with the changes.

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T. Fry

Nov 2019

Fantastic Annapurna Circuit trek with truly wild camping

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...

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A. Tiwana

Oct 2019

We hiked up to the Throng La Pass from October 3 - October 17 and we were led by a very experienced guide Keshar Magar

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...

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H. van Beek

Oct 2019

It was the best trip

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...

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J. Star

Jan 1970

I was fortunate to do stages 4 through 7 of the GHT sequentially

After almost 80 days of trekking, reaching the border with Tibet at Hilsa was so fulfilling.

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A. Pearson

Jan 2019

An excellent way to see the two countries

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. ...

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H. Koh

Oct 2018

The itinerary is a good mix of trekking and sight seeing

The team involved were professional. I had a really good time.

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M. Woodhill

Oct 2018

I went to Tajikistan with little concept of the beauty we were about to witness

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...

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B. Allsopp

Sep 2018

Magnificent contrasts in scenery between the 2 countries

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...

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K. Horner

Jul 2018

This trip was a fantastic opportunity to combine trekking in the breathtaking mountainous landscape of Tajikistan which felt undiscovered, with the unforgettable history and architecture of Uzbekistan

It really was a trip that I will never forget.

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P. Blee & L. Henry

Oct 2017

Just brilliant is the way to describe it

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...

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J. Miller

Mar 2017

We have just returned from the most fantastic cycling holiday from Ho Chi Minh to Angkor Wat

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 ...

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Mark Sheeran

Jan 1970

Over our Spring break, a group of 18 high school students and 6 adults,took part in World Expeditions "Biking in Vietnam and Cambodia

" 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...

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Paul S

Jan 1970

Fantastic holiday, have recommended to lots of friends

WE office staff very quick to respond to queries and gu...

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James Haley

Jan 1970

I just wanted to pass on my sincere thanks to the World Expeditions Team for once again hosting an amazing cycling experience

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 ...

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C. Gilbert

Jan 1970

What a wonderful trip!! The trek was amazing I didn't expect such beautiful sights

The cultural part in Uzbekistan was fantastic due to a wonderful guide we had ...

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Mark B.,

Jan 1970

Quick note from the plane home to say that was the best holiday ever

Absolutely magnificent. We had the best time and it was the m...

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Wendy Sekuloff

Jan 1970

The most we had done before were one-day bike rides in Bali

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...

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Sonia

Nov 2019

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This was an excellent Tour

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...

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Earl R

Nov 2019

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Overall, we hugely enjoyed our tour

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...

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Editor’s Take

What to Look For in China Tour Reviews

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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