Mogan Shan in China

Chengde’s stunning beauty leaves you in no doubt as to why it was chosen as a summer retreat during the imperial Qing dynasty. Nestled snugly among the verdant rolling hills to the north of Beijing, the town is washed by the Wulie River that flows past.

Kunming has the distinction of being one of the country’s most liveable cities with its pleasant climate and laid back vibe. Given the peaceful co-existence of the traditional with the modern here, there are plenty of attractions and activities to suit all types of travelers.

Leshan, the UNESCO World Heritage site in southern Sichuan, is home to the world’s largest ancient Buddha statue. It is said that the fingernails of this giant stone structure are larger than the size of the average human being!

Home to several indigenous communities like the local Tujia and the Miao people, Fenghuang has been a vibrant center of trade and culture for centuries.

Tongli, or Tong-Li, is a charming little urban village barely a few minutes’ drive south of Suzhou. Its waterways and canal systems, as well as the label of ‘Oriental Venice’, extend beyond Suzhou to the historical town of Tongli.

The city of Sanya, located on the southern end of China’s Hainan Island, is dubbed as the “Hawaii of China” or “China’s Florida”, for its long palm-fringed coastline, upscale resorts, rugged mountain trails, surf scene, and tropical climate.

The Pingyao settlement in central Shanxi is located on the east bank of the Fen River, a 90-minute drive southwest of Taoyuan airport. A regional financial hub in the 16th century, it is famous for its Ming and Qing urban planning and architecture.

Cruising down Asia’s longest river is an experience of a lifetime, especially the picturesque stretch between Chongqing and Yichang. You have the option of choosing either a four-day downstream cruise or a more leisurely five-day upstream riverboat trip on the Yangtze.

Suzhou is defined by its many canals, a reason why it’s often compared to Venice. It is equally famous for its innumerable classical gardens, which form a UNESCO World Heritage site.