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China

Best time to be there

While there are differences in the climate according to the region in China, it is best to travel in Spring and Autumn when the weather is not too hot nor freezing cold. But we also pay attention to festival periods and special occasions.

Fly to

Beijing/Shanghai/Hong Kong (British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Virgin)

flying time

11 hours 20 minutes non-stop

time difference

GMT +7 hours

Visas

Visa required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area




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0845 485 1641

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NEW TOUR - WHITE DESERT OF ANTARCTICA FROM CAPE TOWN

White Desert, Antarctica

We are pleased to add to our portfolio a brand new and unique journey to Antarctica. From Cape Town, South Africa embark on your adventure to the ‘White Continent’ of Antarctica. A landscape so rarely visited and unlike anywhere else on the planet... Read more...

BRAND NEW WELL IN CAMBODIA

AKP Sam's Well

The Orient sales team in the UK A&K office has contributed funds for a brand new well in Prei village, twenty miles north-east of Siem Reap... Read more...

WEST LAKE CULTURAL LANDSCAPE IN HANGZHOU MADE A WORLD HERITAGE SITE BY UNESCO

Hangzhou

We are delighted to announce that UNESCO has announced the award of World Heritage Status to the West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou. The inscribed landscape has inspired famous poets, scholars and artists since the 9th century. Read more...

With a history of more than 700 years, Shanghai was once the financial centre for the Far East.  Now finally, after suffering the ravages of war, turmoil and economic crisis, the fortunes of Shanghai have been revived, thanks to the great reforms of the 1990s.  A favourable national policy and efficient administration have come together to enhance the city's economic development.  The aim of the Municipal Government is to turn Shanghai into a modern metropolis and a world economic, financial, trading and shipping empire by the year 2020.

Shanghai is a city of contradictions; in the eyes of westerners it has special oriental charm, whilst in the eyes of the Chinese it has a fresh western style. The old say that Shanghai is modern and fashionable, whilst the young say that Shanghai is old and reminiscent.

The gateway to the Yangzte River delta, Shanghai has so much to offer to enhance your China holiday.  Dining will be one of the most enjoyable aspects of your visit, as there is a multitude of restaurants offering a vast array of local and international dishes.  It is also shopper's paradise with a wide choice of commercial streets and shopping centres.

Luxury Shanghai holidays and tours with Abercrombie & Kent will allow you to discover and enjoy this unique modern metropolis.

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Suggested Shanghai accommodation

fourseasons china shanghai 

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai  

With its superb location in downtown Shanghai, this elegant Four Seasons hotel brings 37 storeys of stretched glass tower, filled with lavish rooms and suites. The stylish decoration of the rooms feature...

hyattonthebund china shanghai 

Hyatt On The Bund Shanghai  

Situated on the banks of the Huang Pu River, this leading hotel has an unbeatable location at the northern end of the Bund with convenient access to major areas of the city. Floor to ceiling windows allow breathtaking views...

JIA Shanghai 

JIA Shanghai

Set in a stunning 1920s building in the heart of Shanghai’s prime shopping area, JIA is theatrical, eclectic and infused with a sense of fun. Taking its name from the Mandarin for 'home'...

The Langham, Shanghai 

The Langham

One glance at this iconic art deco building confirms that this is a singular hotel in Shanghai. Beyond the enchanting facade are 96 exquisitely appointed rooms and suites...

Peninsula, Shanghai, exterior 

The Peninsula Shanghai

The Peninsula Shanghai offers 235 supremely comfortable and stylish rooms and suites. Each room takes inspiration from the Art Deco period and "Golden Age" when...

The PuLi Hotel & Spa 

The PuLi Hotel & Spa

The PuLi Hotel & Spa is a new Urban Resort Concept that blends the immediacy and convenience of being in Shanghai’s most central location with the quiet...