China Tours from Germany
On an ETC’s China tour from Germany, explore venerable Terracotta Army and the Great Wall to piece together the history of a civilization five millennia old.
China is a diverse experience for German tourists. The mystique and splendor of China, its history, religions, art and culture, food and natural beauty, have beckoned numerous travellers from Germany, who come unveil the many faces of this ancient oriental kingdom. Let us whisk you to the magnificent Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven in Beijing to delve into China’s cultural treasures. Sailing the beautiful Li River or the Yangtze River is truly relaxing and intoxicating. The up-close observation and contact with the giant pandas in Sichuan bring every German traveler fun and happiness. Planning to visit the timeless Potala Palace in Lhasa? Discuss with the destination travel expert of ETC for a tailor-made Tibet adventure.
Rundreise China with ETC, we will customize your trip for real China discovery.
Why a private China tour package with ETC?
Where to go – recommended destinations for German travelers
landmarks. Suzhou with its classical gardens, Hangzhou with the UNESCO-listed West Lake and pristine tea villages, and ancient water towns (e.g. Tongli, Wuzhen, Zhouzhuang) nearby Shanghai, are also highly recommended.China Real life experience and thrilling adventures on your China tour from Germany
Recommended China Tours from Germany for First Timers
13-day Highlights of China Tour for German Families with Kids
The mesmerizing Chinese culture and beauty of nature are enough to get every German family in the happy mood, whether you are hiking Jinshanling Great Wall, making dumping with kids at a local host’s home, drawing a Chinese landscape painting or cycling on the bumpy roads of a primitive village…
View Trip
11-day China Highlights Tour with the Great Wall
With the mighty Great Wall, majestic Forbidden City, enormous Terracotta Army, great food and lush scenery, German tourists will fall in love with China. Explore the incredible world-class attractions, witness China’s modern achievements and delight in the picturesque countryside - sitting on a cruise down Li River to view dramatic karst mountains…
View Trip
11-day China Golden Triangle Tour with Yangtze Cruise
The eleven days classic itinerary is the perfect introduction to China, taking in the main highlights. Experience China with its turbulent history, enchanting culture, fabulous traditions, modern marvels and kind, friendly people. Sail the legendary Yangtze River to round off a delightful and brilliant vacation.
View Trip
15-day Scenic & Historic China Tour package from Germany
Embark on a truly epic journey through China on this extensive 15 days itinerary, designed blending history study, culture discovery and nature adventure. Walk and hike to reach the amazing natural beauty of Zhangjiajie and Jiuzhaigou. And then there are the UNESCO-listed sites and ancient architectural wonders in Xian and Beijing.
View TripGuided China Hiking Adventures for German Travelers
16-day China Walking Holiday from Germany
For many German travelers, there’s no better way to explore China on foot. Experience the country’s culture and nature, as you hike an authentic section of the Great Wall, experience people’s life at Longji Rice Terraces, hike Li River with surreal limestone peaks on both banks, discover a tea planation village in Hangzhou, climb the beautiful Yellow Mountain…
View Trip
14-day China Hiking & Biking Tour for German Travelers
Travel from the historic capitals of China to the bucolic countryside and back to the bustling, modern metropolis. Hike to reach the iconic architectures, such the Great Wall and Xian old city wall. Hike and bike through rural farmlands and terraced fields to discover hidden villages and meet tribal hill people. Hike Hong Kong’s Dragon’s back trail is also an exciting experience.
View Trip
9-day Tiger Leaping Gorge & Yubeng Village Trekking
Escape the tourist trails and crowds, and discover the truly hidden trails in Yunnan China – German hikers looking for the wilderness and authentic Chinese towns and villages should never miss this active adventure. After trekking Tiger Leaping Gorge, head for the real Shangri-La and further the remote isolated Yubeng Village. Hike around for Meili Snow Mountain and snub-nosed monkey national park.
View TripSuggested China Culture Adventures for German Travelers
14-day Yunnan Sichuan Adventure for Active German Tourists
Embark on an epic adventure to Yunnan and Sichuan, perfect for those 2rd and repeated German travelers who would like to travel off the beaten path in China. Travel through authentic old towns and untouched remote villages to meet Naxi and Tibetan people, discover ancient shrines and temples, and explore untamed breathtaking scenery.
View Trip
12-day Essence of the Silk Road Tour
Recommended for seasoned German travelers, this epic Silk Road adventure takes in the best and essence of this great East-to-West ancient trading route. You will venture from Xian, via Gansu and further to Xinjiang. Discover a variety of historical sites, ruins, as well as diverse breathtaking wild beauty.
View Trip
12-day China Tibet Train Tour
Tibet holds a special place in the heart of most people, including many German adventurers. This brilliant itinerary will fulfill your Tibet dream, by taking you from Beijing to Xian, then riding a train from Xining to Lhasa, experiencing the most scenic train ride in China, and exploring Tibet’s highlights: the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Yamdrok Lake….
View Trip
8-day Guizhou Miao and Dong Tribes Adventure Tour
Trip to the Southeast Guizhou - Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, a captivating land of mystery, spirituality, and natural beauty, German travelers have the chance to witness Miao, Dong, Shui people’s traditional humble way of living, and experience their mystical culture, as you visit Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, Datang Mini- skirt Miao Village, Tang’an Dong Village…
View TripPractical Tips on Tours to China from Germany
China Visa Tips for German Citizens
All German passport holders require a visa before travel to China. To make your trip to China from Germany an easy and pleasant one, you are kindly advised to consult the local Chinese Embassy or Consulates-General for the Chinese visa. Ordinary German passport holders can apply for a Chinese tourist visa at Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) in Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Duesseldorf. Please make an online appointment first.
Embassy of China in Germany
Add: Markisches Ufer 54, 10179 Berlin, Germany
Website: http://www.china-botschaft.de
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: 08:30-12:30, 13:30-17:00 Monday-Friday
Tel: +49-30-27588-0
Fax: +49-30-27588221
Consular Office
Office Hours: 09:00-12:00, Monday-Friday
Tel: +49-030-27588525 (Manned Service between 15:00-17:00 Tuesday, Thursday)
Fax: +49-030-27588520
CVASC in Berlin
Address: Invalidenstraße 116, Berlin, Germany
Business hours: Monday-Friday (except Saturdays and Sundays, Chinese and German public holidays)
Application Submission: 9:00AM-3:00PM
Payment and Passport Collection: 9:00AM-4:00PM
Tel: +49(0)30979920000 (9:00AM-3:00PM)
Fax: +49(0)30979920001
E-mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of China in Frankfurt
Add: Stresemannallee 19-23, 60596 Frankfurt am Main
Office Hours: 08:30-12:30, 13:30-17:00, Monday-Friday (except holidays)
Website: http://frankfurt.china-consulate.org/det/
Consular Office Fax: +49-069-75085530
Tel: +49-069-75085543 (available between 14:00-16:00 on Monday and Wednesday)
Email: [email protected]
Consular Office Hours: 09:00-11:30 (for submission of visa application, passport, Notarization and Authentication)
Consular Districts: Nordrhein-Westfalen, Rheinland-Pfalz, Hessen, Baden-Württember and Saarland
CVASC in Frankfurt
Address: Bockenheimer Landstraße 51-53, 60325 Frankfurt am Main
Tel: +49-069-26919130
Fax: +49-069-269191350
E-mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of China in Hamburg
Add: Elbchaussee 268, 22605 Hamburg
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://hamburg.china-consulate.org/det
Consular Office Tel: +49-040-82276000 (for Visa), +49-040-82276018 (for Passport, Travel Document) (available between 14:00-16:00 on Tuesday and Thursday)
Fax: +49-040-82276022
Office Hours: 09:00-12:00, Monday-Friday (except holidays)
Consular Districts: Hamburg, Bremen, Niedersachsen, Schleswig-Holstein
CVASC in Hamburg
Address: Willy-Brandt-Strasse 57, 5.OG, 20457 Hamburg
Tel: +49-040-323106000
Fax: +49-040-323106001
E-mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of China in Munich
Add: Romanstrasse 107, 80639, Munich
Website: http://munich.chineseconsulate.org/ger/
Tel: +49-089-17301618 (available between 15:00-17:00 on Monday and Wednesday)
Fax: +49-089-17301619
Office Hours: 09:00-12:00, Monday-Friday (except holidays)
Consular Districts: Bayern
CVASC in Munich
Address: Lutzstraße 2, 80687 München
Tel: +49-089-58927460
Fax: +49-089-589274628
E-mail: [email protected]
Practical Travel Tips for Germans traveling in China
A: Local tea is commonly served with meals and there is a variety of soft drinks, local and imported beers and wines available for purchase. German travelers should not drink the tap water, bottled water is inexpensive and readily available. If you like a 'cuppa', you may like to bring along a small supply of tea bags, coffee and milk powder. Most rooms have electric jugs or thermos flasks of boiling water to make hot.
A: All of our hotels picked for your China tour package have western style bathrooms and toilets. Obviously in the more remote areas where some German travelers would like to take an adventure, the guesthouses may be a little more basic, but clean and simple is common. Whilst sightseeing, toilet facilities at restaurants and local tourist sites can vary and we would recommend that you carry tissues, wet wipes or disinfectant gel with you, "just in case".
A: Casual clothing is appropriate at all times although clothes that are too revealing are still frowned upon in all over China. Try to pack lightly as your trip may involve an amount of personal baggage handling as porters are often not available except in larger hotels. For security reasons it is essential that your baggage can be locked whilst during air transportation between cities. At times, you may not be able to check into your hotel room immediately or be able to access your main bags. To ensure your comfort, a change of clothes in your hand luggage to coincide with local weather conditions is always handy. All personal toiletries should be taken with you and small packets of tissues or wet wipes are recommended. A small medical kit containing medication to alleviate common ailments is suggested. Prepare your hiking boots if you're taking a hiking tour in China.
Spring (Mar – May) 50-71.6F: Western suits, jackets, sports coats, woolen jackets, long sleeve shirts and travel shoes
Summer (Jun – Aug) Above 71.6 F: T-shirts, short sleeve shirts, skirts, sandals, caps, rain wear
Autumn (Sep – Nov) 50-71.6 F: Western suits, jackets, sports coats, light woolen sweaters, rain wear and travel shoes
Winter (Dec – Feb) Below 50 F: Overcoat, thick woolen sweaters, lined coats; In northern China, cap, gloves and cotton-padded shoes are required
A: At present the Bank of China accepts Master, American Express, Dynasty, Visa, JCB, and Diners Club cards. German travelers may use these cards to draw cash over the exchange counters in China's banks, make purchases or pay bills at large department stores, restaurants and hotels in more than 100 major cities in China. A surcharge of 2% is always charged for card transactions.
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Beijing
No.17, Dong Zhi Men Wai Da Jie, Chaoyang District
Tel: +86-10- 85329000
Fax: +86-10- 65325336
E-mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Guangzhou
14/F, Yuehai Tianhecheng Mansion, No. 208, Tianhe Road, Tianhe District
Tel: +86-20- 83130000
Fax: +86-20- 85168133
E-mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Shanghai
No.118 Yongfu Lu
Tel: +86-21-34010106
Fax: +86-21-64714448
Website: http://www.shanghai.diplo.de/Vertretung/shanghai/zh/Startseite.html
Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Chengdu
Level 25, Western Tower, No.19, 4th Section, Renmin Nan Lu (Renmin Road South), Chengdu
Tel: +86-28-85280800
Fax: +86-28-85280865
E-mail: [email protected]
Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Shenyang
21/F, China Resources Building, No. 286, Qingnian Street, Heping District
Tel: +86-24 83899100
Fax: +86-24 83899199
Direct Flights from Germany to China
The distance from Germany to China is 7,242 kilometers and it takes around 10 hours to fly between the two counties. Passengers can fly from Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich and Dusseldorf to China. The air carriers are Lufthansa, Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Cathay Pacific and Hainan Airlines. More direct flights are expected to be opened in the future, so your Germany trip to China will be getting easier and easier.
Departure cities in Germany: Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Dusseldorf
Arrival cities in China: Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Shenyang, Qingdao
Looking the best way to book air tickets for your China trip from Germany? Based on feedback from our German guests and our own travel experiences, we've found the following online search engines to be very helpful for investigating and ticketing airfare to and from each of our trips.
Lufthansa: http://www.lufthansa.com/cn/en/Homepage
Air China:
Deutsch: http://www.airchina.de/de/index.html
English: http://www.airchina.de/en/index.html
https://www.wego.com/flights/de/cn/cheapest-flights-from-germany-to-china
https://www.united.com/en-de/flights-from-germany-to-china
https://www.skyscanner.net/routes/de/cn/germany-to-china.html
https://www.farecompare.com/