China tours from Los Angeles used to be more affordable when so many direct flights between LAX and China (Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Xiamen, Chengdu, etc) were available before the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, only United Airlines, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern provide non-stop flights between Los Angles and China (Shanghai & Hong Kong). Direct flights between Los Angeles and Beijing are available but with very limited capacity (three times a week). However, those wishing to fly from Los Angeles to join our China tours can count on Laurus Travel for affordable airfare solutions. 
Who is Laurus Travel?
Laurus Travel is a boutique tour operator specializing in Asia with a focus on China, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Founded in 1998, Laurus Travel enjoys a stellar reputation with a loyal clientele across Canada and the United States. Not only have we been consistently rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, but we are also recommended by Frommer’s – you can find Laurus Travel in every edition of Frommer’s China. In addition, you’ll find lots of customer reviews on Laurus Travel’s China tours all over the Internet. 
Laurus Travel’s China tours feature expert guides handpicked by company owners, small group size, high-speed train for inter-city travel, luxury accommodations and fine food. We have a strict “no shopping stops” policy and the ability to enforce it – a feat we are particularly proud of. Our China tours are offered as land packages without international airfare. However, we can easily add international airfares to the package whether you are from Los Angeles or anywhere else.
Customer Testimonials
Laurus Travel is a surprising find among other tour agencies. Our tour with them was positively wonderful. Five stars all the way. We plan to use them again. The tour guide (Steven) in Shanghai, (Jacob) in Beijing, (Paul) in Xian, and (David) in Guilin were outstanding. We have traveled extensively around the world over the past several years and these four were the most outstanding tour guides we have encountered anywhere we have gone. Alton & Clara I New Mexico From the moment we met Jacob, we knew that we were in excellent hands. Every one of our local guides exceeded our expectations. Their ability to communicate with us was flawless. We learned more about the specific city/area that we were in than we expected. Each one of the guides demonstrated their experience in being through their in depth explanations about culture, the people in the area, the history. When I asked them a question about the subject, they quickly answered and usually extended the conversation with additional information. Every evening, we were asked if meeting in the AM would work with us, very courteous and kind. Every morning we were greeted with a smiling guide and “Good Morning”
… Len & Beckie M Nordland, Washington
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AWESOME is how I would describe my 14 day Essential China Tour. Tour content, accommodations, meals, & domestic travel all met high standards. Heather, you run a first class organization. Your representatives – Jacob, Elaine, Paul, David, Alex – were very professional, well informed, congenial & engaged, providing extraordinary service & engagement throughout the trip. Also, internal support staff – Yuki, Adrianne – were very helpful. Despite this being my first experience with Laurus, I can comfortably recommend you to friends & colleagues & would confidently consider Laurus first in my future travels. A sincere thank you, Paul D |
Shanghai – Beijing – Xi’an – Guilin – Hong Kong This fast-paced luxury China tour is a perfect choice for the time-pressed looking for a well-rounded introduction to both the traditional and modern China. Trip highlights include the Great Wall at Mutianyu, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the Terracotta Army and a day cruise on the picturesque Li River in Guilin.
Important Features
- Small group size – average 15, maximum 25
- Tips for local guides and drivers included
- Inter-city travel by high-speed train except for one city pair (Xi’an/Guilin)
- No annoying forced shopping of any kind
- Quality meals at non-tourist restaurants
- Unlimited supply of bottled water during group activities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in all hotels
- Great Wall visit at Mutianyu with cable car rides
Options Available
Half-day Jewish heritage tour in Shanghai • Peking Opera show with dinner in Beijing • Tang Dynasty cultural show with dinner in Xi’an
Meal Code: B = breakfast / L = lunch / D = dinner
Day 1/Mon: Departing for Shanghai
Depart from a city of your choice and lose a day upon crossing the International Date Line. Airfare from San Francisco can be added upon request.
Day 2/Tue: Arrival in Shanghai
Meet the driver on arrival for transfer to the hotel. You’ll have the balance of the day at leisure.
Day 3/Wed: Shanghai (B/L/D)
With a population of 24.9 million (2021), Shanghai is China’s biggest city, which delights the visitor with its futuristic skyline and historical landmarks. Following the tour orientation we visit Jade Buddha Temple located in an old neighbourhood, the famous waterfront promenade known as the Bund, and the Yu Garden in the old town centre. We wrap up the day with a drive through the glitzy financial district of Lujiazui on the opposite side of the Bund across Huangpu River.
Day 4/Thu: Shanghai (B)
Free day to explore on your own. We recommend Shanghai Museum and the Urban Planning Exhibition Center nearby. Shanghai Museum is frequently cited by visitors as one of the best of its kind in China.
Day 5/Fri: Shanghai – Beijing (B)
After breakfast we ride’s the world’s fastest train (350 km/h) to Beijing.
