China Tours from UK: Private, Visa-Free, Tailored
30-day visa-free entry (added February 2026, valid to December 31, 2026). Direct flights from London Heathrow and Manchester to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou — about 11 hours. We are a licensed Guangzhou & Shenzhen agency running fully private China tours for UK travellers — your own guide, driver and itinerary, with real prices and zero shopping stops.
UK passport holders: 30-day visa-free entry. Most-booked tours: the 10-day classic China tour from $1,650 per person, 5-day Guilin from $540, 6-day Greater Bay Area from $555, and 5-day Chaoshan Food Tour from $338.
Three reasons
History & culture
The Great Wall, Forbidden City and Terracotta Army — China’s icons, privately.
Effortless logistics
High-speed rail between cities, private car and licensed guide throughout.
Food beyond takeaways
Peking duck in Beijing, hotpot in Chengdu, dim sum in Guangzhou.
Routes UK travellers book
Getting in
30-day visa-free entry (added February 2026, valid to December 31, 2026) · passport valid 6+ months · tourism, business or family visits · we confirm current rules for your dates before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Do UK citizens need a visa for China in 2026?
No — UK passport holders have 30-day visa-free entry (added February 2026, currently valid to December 31, 2026). For longer stays or when rules change, a tourist (L) visa applies.
How long should a UK first-time China tour be?
10–14 days for the classic Beijing–Xi’an–Shanghai–Guilin route, or 14+ adding Chengdu or the Yangtze.
How much does a China tour from the UK cost?
Private tours run $165–$350 per person per day; our 10-day classic is from $1,650. Flights from London cost £600–£1,000 round trip.
What is the best time to visit from the UK?
April–June and September–November — mild weather, fewer crowds, better prices than July–August.
Can you arrange accessible or family-friendly tours?
Yes — family itineraries, dietary requirements and accessible pacing are all handled on request.
Plan your China tour from UK
Send your dates and group size — a tailored itinerary with itemized pricing within 24 hours.