China Tours for Solo Travelers
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10 best China solo travel packages
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- Solo-ish China
- Ultimate 6 Single Days Private Tour: Shanghai,Hangzhou,Suzhou and Huangshan
- 8-Day Best of China Tour: Luxury Small Group & High-end Hotels, All Inclusive
- Real China
- 11-Day Best China Zhangjiajie Tour: Luxury Small Group & Quality Hotels
- Classical China and Chengdu
- China Golden Triangle
- 8-Day Private China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai
- China Impression 13 days - From Beijing to Shanghai - Private Tour
- 14 Days Highlight of China - Private Tour
Solo-ish China
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Seen so much, experienced so much, a wonderful guide, a nice group of people, good food.”
Margrit, traveled in October
Small groups welcome travelers age 18+, featuring shared cooking classes in Shanghai and group dinners in traditional settings. The itinerary winds through Luoyi Ancient Town and includes hiking the Great Wall at Jinshanling. Comfortable twin-share accommodation in hotels near Xi'an's Muslim Quarter and Beijing's historic sites.
Duration 11 days Destinations Shanghai, Yangzhou, Xi'an, Luoyang, Jinshanling, Beijing Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator G Adventures From $4,239
10% Off- NZ$3,815You save $424
Duration 6 days Destinations Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Huangshan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Chinese Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Shanghai Advisor Tour From
10% Off- NZ$3,518+$426 local payments
8-Day Best of China Tour: Luxury Small Group & High-end Hotels, All Inclusive
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A wonderful tour with expert guides, first class hotels and well thought out and co-ordinated visits to amazing sights.”
Hattie, traveled in September
Groups average age 50, creating a welcoming atmosphere for independent travelers. Shared experiences include Tai Chi lessons at Xi'an's City Wall Park and family visits in Beijing's hutongs. Relax in single rooms in 5-star hotels and savor group dinners featuring traditional dumplings and local specialties.
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator TravelChinaGuide From $2,841
15% Off- NZ$2,415You save $426
Real China
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well rounded trip, gave a very varied view of China.”
Dylan, traveled in January
Young travelers ages 18-29 bond through shared visits to Tiananmen Square, Xi'an's Muslim Quarter food walks, and Chengdu's People's Park. Highlights include Yangshuo cycling tours and overnight train journeys.
Duration 12 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Yangshuo, Hong Kong Age Range Ages 18-35 Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,665
15% Off- NZ$1,415You save $250
11-Day Best China Zhangjiajie Tour: Luxury Small Group & Quality Hotels
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was very knowledgeable and helpful, thank you very much.”
igor, traveled in April
Daily group activities at Forbidden City and Terracotta Army unite travelers (average age 53). No single supplement needed, with social highlights including dumpling dinners in Xi'an and Hutong family visits in Beijing.
Duration 11 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator TravelChinaGuide From $4,901
15% Off- NZ$4,166You save $735
Duration 8 days Destinations Shanghai, Luoyang, Longmenzhen, Sanmexia, Xi'an, Chengdu Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 72 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Europamundo From $3,260
15% Off- NZ$2,771You save $489
Duration 9 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Tomato Travel From
15% Off- NZ$1,272+$58 upfront costs
8-Day Private China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The weather was comfortable. Autumn temperatures with the sun still shining. Not so crowded which was a bonus.”
GILBERT, traveled in November
Individual travelers receive private guide attention at each destination, with experts like Joe in Xi'an sharing local insights. The average traveler age is 53, with options to join group activities like Tang Dynasty Shows and ERA performances.
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Realistic Asia From $6,474
55% Off- NZ$2,913+$586 local paymentsYou save $3,560
China Impression 13 days - From Beijing to Shanghai - Private Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The program was very good and we feel we got to see as much as was possible in two weeks.”
Peter, traveled in November
Private guides accompany visits to Forbidden City and Summer Palace (average age 46). Social dining in Xi'an's Muslim Quarter and evening ERA shows in Shanghai create connections. Single rooms available at Crowne Plaza Beijing.
Duration 13 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Yangshuo, Chongqing, Yangtze, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Realistic Asia From $11,599
55% Off- NZ$5,219+$1,155 local paymentsYou save $6,379
14 Days Highlight of China - Private Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was an amazing trip and every detail was taken care. These people were outstanding and truly made my trip a once-in-a lifetime experience.”
Donna, traveled in July
Private guides welcome singles without supplement fees. Local connections flourish at Beijing's Temple of Heaven morning exercises and Yangshuo's West Street. Most travelers average 57 years old, with dedicated English-speaking guide support.
Duration 14 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Yangshuo, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Realistic Asia From $13,315
55% Off- NZ$5,992+$1,297 local paymentsYou save $7,323
What people love about touring China solo
- 8-Day Best of China Tour: Luxury Small Group & High-end Hotels, All Inclusive
I thoroughly enjoyed the tour & would recommend it.
- Real China Highlights
Outstandingly planed itineraries. Precisely timed tours, yet flexible enough for impromptu attractions enroute. Intercity transfers are either by overnight sleeper train, which save time for activities, or by bullet trains zooming through diversified landscapes instead of by air, so we can eye-witness many extraordinary and specular scenery of China, from great city to rural countryside. Our tour guides are absolutely fantastic. They are informative, helpful and will go above and beyond to fulfill all our requests.
- 6- Days Classic China Tour - Private Tour
We have a tremendous time. Everything was on schedule. For the short amount of time, we were able to go and see so many amazing places. The guides and drivers in both cities were wonderful and courteous. The tour guides spoke perfect English, so they looked after us well. They took us to different entrances of popular places to by-pass the huge line-ups. We are grateful to our Shanghai guide, William, and the driver, they went out of their way to book and to take our daughter to the hospital in Shanghai. She had a fall and had hurt her shoulder. The tour agent, Thang, was amazing, she helped organizing and keeping our documents on track, to ensure that all our documents were in proper order. She also kept communication with us and to inform us about everything. She has been super helpful throughout the process. When we had an incident just before the tour, she went out of her way to ensure that all is fine. It was much appreciated.
What our customers ask about China Tours for Solo Travelers
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to join a China tour?
Spring (April-May) and Fall (September-October) offer the most pleasant travel conditions with manageable temperatures and large numbers of fellow solo adventurers. During these peak months solo travelers make up 50-60% of tour participants. A recent TourRadar traveler noted "I went in September and there were 6 other solo travelers in my group of 15 making it easy to connect and explore places like the Mutianyu Great Wall together."
Which cities in China are most solo traveler-friendly on guided tours?
Beijing Shanghai and Xi'an stand out as the most welcoming cities for solo travelers. Each offers a good mix of famous landmarks and social settings. The Muslim Quarter in Xi'an and French Concession in Shanghai let travelers explore independently during free time while still feeling secure. As one TourRadar participant said "As a solo traveler I felt completely comfortable exploring the hutongs of Beijing and evening markets in Shanghai with guidance from our tour leader."
How social are the group tours in China for solo travelers?
The group dynamic on China tours naturally brings people together with solo travelers making up 40-60% of most groups. Tours create natural bonding moments through shared activities like dumpling-making in Xi'an tea ceremonies and group meals. A TourRadar guest shared "The group was very social and the guides were excellent at bringing everyone together especially during the Huizhou village homestay and shared meals at places like the Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao."
How much free time is typically available for solo exploration on China group tours?
Tours usually set aside 2-3 hours daily for independent activities particularly in the evenings. Hotels like the Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao place you close to key attractions for easy exploring. A TourRadar participant shared "I appreciated having free evenings to explore places like the Bund in Shanghai or join optional activities with other solo travelers from the group."
How do meals work for solo travelers on China group tours?
The meal setup includes daily breakfast at accommodations like the Shanghai Metropolo Jinjiang plus several shared dining experiences featuring local dishes. A TourRadar guest commented "As a solo traveler I loved the group dining experiences - from dumplings in Xi'an to Peking duck in Beijing it was a great way to socialize and try authentic dishes without worrying about ordering alone."