Cosmopolitan China

Urban life today is a side of China rarely portrayed in the Western imagination. We have designed this tour to show you not only the tradition, but the energy and dynamics of major Chinese cities.

In these bustling urban centers of the East, the ancient is juxtaposed with the modern. You can lose yourself in an old temple in the morning and find yourself in a shopping center in the afternoon. For night life, American jazz competes with Chinese opera, and bars and cafes sit side by side with the tea houses.

Your personal guide will take you around the cities and explain the transformations that took place over the ages. Once you can make sense of the city plans, you may feel comfortable to explore on your own. Major cities are also the best venue for mingling with locals, shopping for bargains, or merely people-watching. Whatever you do, you will come away with a deeper appreciation for the scale and sophistication of Chinese cities.