China trips crafted by on-the-ground advisors
We are a Chengdu- and Shanghai-based team designing rail-first, culture-rich journeys across the Yangtze, Jiangnan, Chengdu Basin, and Tibetan Plateau—balancing authentic local hosts with seamless logistics.
18+
years operating China routes
42
cities actively served
4.9/5
guest satisfaction (Trustpilot+TA)
2200+
custom trips delivered
12h
average daylight response time
500+
rail segments ticketed annually
Our Story
China Travel Studio was born from a small group of Yangtze cruise guides and rail specialists who wanted travelers to experience the country the way locals move: by high-speed train, riverboat, and neighborhood walks.
We curate routes that combine marquee icons—like the Bund, Leshan Giant Buddha, Potala Palace—with neighborhood food crawls, teahouse stops, and artisan workshops. Every itinerary pairs vetted local hosts with 24/7 bilingual trip managers so guests stay flexible without losing support.
Today we operate end-to-end logistics for private and small-group departures, from soft sleeper berths on the Qinghai–Tibet Railway to boutique courtyard hotels in Suzhou's old town. Our promise: reliable on-the-ground care, transparent pricing, and real cultural depth.
Our Values
Local-first
Work with community guides, family-run hotels, and regional transport to keep spend local.
Transparent pricing
No forced shopping stops; clear inclusions with upfront rail/entry costs.
Adaptive care
Live WhatsApp/WeChat support, backup vehicles, and re-ticketing when weather or rail shifts.
Cultural respect
Brief guests on etiquette, heritage site limits, and responsible wildlife encounters.
Meet Our Advisors & Field Leads
Multilingual trip designers paired with regional fixers who live where you travel.
Dong Yi
Manager
Manager and proprietor of a travel agency, with extensive experience gained through frontline operations. Possesses strong adaptability and itinerary planning capabilities, specialising in bespoke, in-depth travel experiences.
Chen Mei
Chengdu & Western China Lead
Sichuan native focusing on panda base, Tibetan Plateau acclimatization plans, and Chengdu food trails.
Grace Wu
Jiangnan Cultural Curator
Designs heritage walks through Suzhou canals, Hangzhou tea villages, and modern art enclaves around West Lake.
Daniel Zhang
Guest Experience Director
Oversees bilingual support, emergency protocols, and hotel/guide QA with on-the-ground spot checks.
Our Journey
First Yangtze cruise concierge
Started as a two-person service helping foreign guests board Chongqing–Yichang cruises with seamless port transfers.
HSR-focused itineraries
Built the first portfolio of rail-connected private tours linking Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Huangshan.
Western China desk
Opened Chengdu operations hub to support Jiuzhaigou, Daocheng Yading, and Qinghai–Tibet Railway routes.
Centralized review & QA
Launched unified review mapping and guide accreditation to standardize experiences across provinces.
Dynamic rail map launch
Deployed interactive Leaflet-based rail map with 500+ waypoints and live disruption alerts roadmap.
Accreditations & Trusted Partners
IATA Accredited Agent
Ticketing compliance and protected payment channels for domestic + international segments.
CTA Member (China Tourism Association)
Adheres to national service standards and sustainable tourism guidelines.
TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice
Multi-year award based on verified guest feedback mapped to our tour SKUs.
Plan your China journey with our advisors
Share your dates, pace, and must-sees—within 24 hours we'll draft a rail-connected, guide-led plan with transparent pricing.