Comments on: Beijing to Hong Kong with G Adventures: Should you take a tour in China?

By: Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo) — Tue, 28 May 2019 16:00:59 +0000

Hi Katie,
This was the classic tour, and while there was two nights out, it certainly wasn’t a party-heavy tour or group, there is also the NatGeo exploration tour option, which is similar but more pricey, I’m assuming due to upgraded accommodation.

By: Katie Storey

Katie Storey — Tue, 28 May 2019 15:33:29 +0000

Hello!
Was this the classic or 18 to 30 something tour? I am struggling to decide which tour is best for me as I am 34…whilst I like a tipple and enjoy nightlife, I can’t be partying every night and getting up at the crack of dawn to explore the next day!
Many Thanks
Katie

By: Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo) — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 11:10:40 +0000

In reply to Kirsty.

Hi Kirsty,

Some people in our group did have suitcases but I know they found them quite annoying at times. It is possible, but as long as you don’t mind walking it sometimes a bit of a while on public transports and streets. It is obviously pretty chaotic on the subways for example but those who brought them managed it. The biggest hike with bags is in Pingan, but you can hire someone else to carry the suitcase if you wish.

Have an amazing time!
Dan

By: Kirsty

Kirsty — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 11:08:32 +0000

Thanks for this helpful info! I’m doing this tour in October, as part of a 6 month trip. I’m struggling with my usual backpack as I need summer and winter clothing throughout the trip and i just can’t fit them all. Would it be possible to do this trip with a suitcase?

By: Patrick

Patrick — Sun, 26 Aug 2018 19:20:52 +0000

Cool to see this, I did this trip about 25 years ago. A lot has changed, but some of your photos’s I have got as well. So not everything has changed.

By: Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo) — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 17:03:14 +0000

In reply to Lucy. Have a fantastic time, I hope you have better weather at the wall then I had!

By: Lucy

Lucy — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 08:01:04 +0000

Thank you for writing such a detailed guide and experience about your visit to China. Architecture in China since the ancient days continues to puzzle me; I don’t know about the people and food but am hoping to find out when i visit later in the year. However, I’m more excited to check out the Great Wall of China before anything else.