Why Japan and China Tours by Laurus Travel Are Your Best Bets
Combining Japan and China on one trip offers an incredibly diverse and enriching experience. While the two countries share deep historical and cultural roots, their modern vibes couldn’t be more different. The contrast between Japan and China in art, architecture, and traditional practices gives you a chance to explore a vastly different side of East Asia.
Indeed, an itinerary that combines Japan and China is a “best of both worlds” move. Such a trip highlights the fascinating evolution of East Asian culture. Japan is known for its blend of ancient traditions and ultra-modern technology. China’s cultural heritage is just as rich but on a larger scale.
If your budget and time frame permit, visiting Japan and China on one trip is highly recommended.
Japan and China Tours – Best Time to Visit Japan & China
The best times to visit Japan and China together are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November). These months offer the most comfortable temperatures and spectacular natural scenery across both countries.
Spring (March to May) is the most iconic time to visit. You can catch the cherry blossoms (Sakura) in Japan, usually peaking in late March to early April. China is also pleasant during this time, with blooming flowers and mild weather perfect for exploring historic landmarks like the Great Wall.
Autumn (September to November) season is highly recommended for its vibrant fall foliage and clear, dry skies. November is often considered one of the most beautiful months in Japan for red and gold maple leaves, while China’s parks and mountains are equally stunning.
Japan and China Tours by Laurus Travel
We have a number of itineraries combining Japan and China. In fact, some of our expert-crafted itineraries also include South Korea in addition to Japan to China. Please follow the links below to find the trip you like the most and let us know if you have any questions:
Japan & China Tours – Customer Reviews
Trip of a Lifetime
The arrangements were perfect, hotels amazing and the tour guides exceptional. Laurus has exceeded our expectations and we will be sure to recommend Laurus to any friends planning a vacation in Asia.
A special thank you to Helen and Heather of the Vancouver office. Your patience during our planning stage was appreciated.
Katie, our tour leader in Japan, was fantastic. Her enthusiasm and caring for our every need was amazing and she helped make our trip a success. Hiro; the local guide in Tokyo, provided valuable information that assisted our understanding of Japanese history.
We also appreciate that Laurus honored our reservation in China and provided us with an individualized tour even though we had reserved a group tour. Jacob, our tour leader in Beijing, was exceptional. Full of knowledge and a great personality that welcomed us to China. Jacob has excellent people skills and over meals he provided us a glimpse into day to day life in China. Paul, in Xi’an, was warm and helpful. He is very kind and helped us to appreciate his hometown. Very energetic and enthusiastic with deep knowledge of his subject matter. Luna, in Chengdu, was also a great Laurus representative. You can tell she loves what she does and we will always remember her joy at seeing the pandas.
Each member of the team contributed to making this the trip of our lifetime.
Thank you!
Scott and Sabina S.
