Central China · Henan, Hubei and Hunan
Private journeys through Central China.
Sandstone peaks, Buddhist caves and the Yangtze. Zhangjiajie is the region's best-known destination and combines well with Shanghai, Chengdu and Chongqing. The history-focused cities of Henan add depth to a longer trip.
- 5Destinations we plan here
- PrivateYour own guide and driver
- Tailor-madeOr a Signature Journey where one exists
- In writingQuote confirmed before you pay
The region in brief
Private travel in Central China.
Central China sits along the middle Yangtze and the Yellow River. It includes the sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie in Hunan, the Longmen Grottoes at Luoyang, the Shaolin Temple in Henan and the river city of Wuhan. It suits travelers who want dramatic scenery and deeper cultural history away from the usual first-trip cities.
AVIORA plans and operates private tours throughout China. Our offices are in Beijing, Shanghai and Xi'an, and our routes reach every region, including Central China.
Where we go
Places in Central China.
A starting list. We build the route around the places and the pace you choose.
Zhangjiajie
Sandstone pillars, cable cars and forest walks in Wulingyuan, the landscape that inspired floating mountains on screen.
Zhangjiajie guideFenghuang
An old river town in western Hunan with stilted houses along the Tuo River.
Luoyang
One of China's ancient capitals, home to the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Dengfeng and Shaolin
The Shaolin Temple and its pagoda forest in Henan, known for the history of Chinese martial arts.
Wuhan
A major river city on the Yangtze with the Yellow Crane Tower and a well-known food culture.
Published journeys
Signature Journeys that include Central China.
Each of these is private to your party. Open one to see the day-by-day plan, or use it as a starting point for a tailor-made trip.
8 daysSignature Journey · Shanghai · Zhangjiajie
Shanghai's Skyline & Zhangjiajie's Floating Mountains
Leave the riverfront glow behind and wake among pillars of stone, cloud and mountain light.
- Shanghai's riverfront and lived-in neighborhoods
- A managed flight into the mountain region
- Wulingyuan's sandstone peaks
11 daysSignature Journey · Chengdu · Chongqing · Zhangjiajie
Pandas, Sichuan Food & Zhangjiajie's Floating Mountains
Taste Sichuan after dark, meet pandas early and rise into Zhangjiajie's sandstone landscape.
- Pandas at their most active time of day
- Chongqing's layered nightscape with a local host
- Two distinct Zhangjiajie mountain days
Every journey is priced individually. Your written proposal reflects your actual dates, party size, hotels and inclusions.
Who is behind it
AVIORA is operated by Youyouhui (Guangzhou) International Travel Service Co., Ltd., a registered company in Guangzhou that is licensed to conduct inbound tourism business in China. We have offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an. See our company and registration details.
Good questions to ask us.
Is Zhangjiajie suitable for older travelers?
Cable cars and elevators reduce the climbing, but the park still involves queues, steps and long hours outdoors. We plan the pace and routes accordingly. Our guide on where to stay in Zhangjiajie explains the options.
Can you plan Henan's historic sites as part of a longer trip?
Yes. Luoyang and Dengfeng connect well with Xi'an and Beijing by high-speed rail. We design this as a tailor-made route.
Do you operate in Central China, or only in your office cities?
We operate throughout China. Our offices are in Beijing, Shanghai and Xi'an, and we plan private routes in Central China as well as every other region. Share your dates and interests and we confirm the route, hotels, guide and driver in a written proposal.
How do I start planning?
Tell us your dates, who is traveling and what you would like to see, using the form on this page or WhatsApp. A China-based specialist replies, normally within a day, with a first idea of the route. No payment, no obligation.
Start planning
Tell us when you would like to see Central China.
Share a few details about your trip. A China-based specialist replies, normally within a day, with a first idea of the route. No payment, no obligation.
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