27-Day China Tour with The Dragon Trip
Program Overview
Explore the tropical south, rural west, historic north, and the dynamic east on our biggest and most comprehensive China adventure yet. This 27-day China tour takes you deep into the country’s major regions, iconic highlights, and a wealth of hidden gems far beyond the usual tourist trail. It’s one of the most cost-effective and rewarding ways to experience the sheer scale, diversity, and energy of this incredible country, all in one unforgettable journey.
A few guarantees:
• New Friends and Memories to Last a Lifetime!
• Deep Cultural and Meaningful Immersion!
• Active & In-depth Travelling (Walking Every Day!)
• Delicious and Authentic Chinese Food!
• Unforgettable Activities and Experiences!
All accommodation and transportation are covered throughout the tour. (International Airfare Not Included)
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Backpacking
- Camping
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Martial Arts
- Photography
- River Kayaking
- Tours
Updated Feb 24, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Beijing, China
- Chengdu, China
- Chongqing, China
- Hangzhou, China
- Hong Kong, China
- Shanghai, China
- Xi'an, China
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- No schooling completed
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where does this trip start and finish?
This trip starts and finishes in Hong Kong. All transportation and accommodation is included throughout the tour.
What is the general demographic of travellers on this tour?
While we get a huge range of people on this tour, we tend to see that this tour is most popular with people in their 20’s and 30s.
How do I get my Visas?
For several European & Asian countries, China has a new policy for stays of up to 30-days without a visa! Please always check up to date information with the relevant embassy.
How much should I budget for food and drink on the Dragon Trip?
Food in China is very cheap. We advise you to budget 100-150 RMB per day for food in great local restaurants your Adventure Leader will take you to which we know are safe and tasty. If you want to eat cheaper than this you can, by eating more simple dishes like fried rice/noodles which come in at less than 10 RMB per meal.
What travel insurance do I need?
We require all our customers to have backpackers travel insurance when coming on the trip. We recommend purchasing travel insurance that offers ‘Bad Weather or Natural Disaster Coverage’.
Please bring details of your travel insurance along with you, especially to your trip briefing on Day 1. In the event of an accident, we may need to contact your insurance company on your behalf, so we will need the insurance company’s name and phone number.
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