OUR DIFFERENCES

OUR COMPANY

OFFERS DELUXE CHINA TOURS AT LOW PRICES

PALACE TRAVEL is a multinational wholesale travel company with Chinese head-office located in Beijing, and American office located in Burlingame, California. Our China office has 380 employees with an annual revenue of 800 million CNY or 130 million USD. Our mission is to provide high quality travel services with personal touch to American and Chinese business, leisure, and sports travelers.

Our focus is Group Travel and Sports Travel. We have been operating China Tours since 1994 and we have established a network of refined suppliers throughout China. Based on our huge buying powers in China, we get better rates than the competitors from hotels, airlines, transportation companies and so on, and we pass these great deals to our groups. We are the official travel partner of New York City Marathon, Berlin Marathon, Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100, and many other popular marathon and cycling events, as well as the official partner of major marathon events in China.

All-inclusive* – our philosophy is to offer the best deals, which means prices as low as possible, and include as much as possible, yet the service standard and quality is not sacrificed. All of our tour packages include airfare (and taxes), superior hotels, land transportation, professional English-speaking guide, most meals, and sightseeing programs with entrance tickets.

BEST DEALS

Based on our huge buying powers in China, we get better rates than the competitors from hotels, airlines, transportation companies and so on, and we pass these great value to our clients.

ALL-INCLUSIVE

All of our tour packages include airfare (and taxes), superior hotels, land transportation, professional English-speaking guide, most meals, and sightseeing programs with entrance tickets.

GROUP TRAVEL

Palace Travel is alway a leader in Group Travel - better tours at lower prices. If there are as few as 10 adult passengers in your group, we apply the best group rate to you. Even if there are 4 to 9 passengers in your group, you can enjoy our special mini-group prices.

SPORTS TRAVEL

We are the official travel partner of New York City Marathon, Berlin Marathon, Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100, and many other popular marathon and cycling events, as well as the official partner of major marathon events in China. If you live in China and want to get guaranteed entries to the World Major Marathon events, please contact us for details or visit www.runnerstour.com

BETTER HOTELS

COMPARE OUR HOTELS WITH OTHER TOUR OPERATORS

Beijing

Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall

7 Jian Guo Men South Avenue, Dongcheng District Beijing, China. 100005

+86-10-58118888

This superior 5-star hotel is the largest Marriott outside USA. It is located in the center of the city with wonderful rooms and splendid breakfasts. Check out the reviews on TripAdvisor.

Xian

Shangri-La Golden Flower Hotel

8 Chang Le Road West, Xian, China. 710032

+86-29-83232981

Situated in the city center, Shangri-La Golden Flower Xian is an international standard 5-star hotel situated a 40-minute drive from Xi’an airport. Rooms at this newly renovated Xi’an 5-star hotel are spacious and thoughtfully-appointed and both accommodation and service standards are excellent. Reviews on TripAdvisor.

Shanghai

Shanghai Renaissance Yangtze Hotel

2099 Yan’an West Road, Changning District Shanghai, China. 200336

+86-21-62750000

The 5-star hotel offers nice rooms, excellent service, and good breakfast. It gives you an unparalleled experience with a home away from home feel. See how people like this hotel on TripAdvisor.

Suzhou

Pan Pacific Suzhou

259 Xin Shi Road, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China. 215007

+86-512-65103388

It is a garden style hotel ideally located in the old town of Suzhou. Great service and excellent rooms and facilities will make your stay very enjoyable. Reviews on TripAdvisor.

Hangzhou

Hangzhou Grand Metropark Hotel

NO.2, Pinghai Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, China. 310006

+86-571-87088088

Grand Metropark Hotel Hangzhou is located in the commercial and financial center. Ten minutes walk to the famous West Lake. It has 380 elegant guest rooms with free internet service to all house guests. Hotel also provides various recreation facilities: fitness centre, tennis, outdoor swimming pool, table tennis, etc. See how people like this hotel on TripAdvisor.

Zhengzhou

Hilton Zhengzhou

NO. 288 JINSHUI ROAD, ZHENGZHOU, 450008, CHINA

+86-371-89960888

Set on Zhengzhou’s main avenue, in the new Central Business District, the luxurious Hilton Zhengzhou hotel offers spacious accommodations, tempting onsite dining and fantastic business and leisure facilities. The hotel is connected to the Manhattan Commercial Complex, providing exciting leisure options, and the hotel offers easy access to old downtown Zhengzhou and many shops and restaurants. Zhengzhou International Airport is only a 30 minute drive and numerous major companies, government offices and the cities of Beijing and Xian can be easily reached via the nearby subway and High-Speed Train stations. See how people like this hotel on TripAdvisor.

Luoyang

Holiday Inn Express Luoyang City Center

No.28, Jinchengzhai Street Luolong District, Luoyang, 471000, China

+86-379-69958888

Holiday Inn Express Luoyang City Center is the first international brand hotel in Luoyang New Area. With its comfortable bedding, refreshing shower, complimentary breakfast, free Wifi, the hotel offers business and leisure travellers dependability, friendly service and modern attractive facilities at an excellent value and convenient location. Reviews on TripAdvisor.

Chengdu

Sheraton Chengdu Lido Hotel

No.15 Section 1, Renmin Middle Road, Chengdu 610015, China

+86 28 8676 8999

Sheraton Chengdu Lido Hotel is located in the city centre, and offers 5-star luxury with a fitness centre, and indoor pool and 4 dining options. Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a personal safe, a work desk and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A 24-hour room service is featured. Celestial Court serves a selection of Cantonese cuisine. International delights can be tasted at Nova Café & Grill. Drinks can be enjoyed at the Lobby Bar. Chengdu Lido Hotel Sheraton is a 30-minute drive from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. See how people like this hotel on TripAdvisor.

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Lhasa

Lhasa Shangri-La Hotel

19 Norbulingka Road, Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. 850000

+86-891-6558888

Situated in the city center, this luxury hotel is close to Norbulingka, and Potala Palace, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site and traditional residence of the Dalai Lamas. The elegant and spacious rooms, the hotel’s unique oxygen lounge and the outstanding service will make your stay in one of the world’s highest cities comfortable and memorable. Reviews on TripAdvisor.

Yangtze River Cruises

Victoria Cruises

China Office: 11th Floor Building B, No. 9 Shanxi Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China. 400011

+86-23-61637688

As the only American cruise line currently sailing China’s Yangtze River, Victoria Cruises has a fleet of seven 5* Luxury vessels. Their ships are all newly built or structurally rebuilt, and all refurbished with a modern blend of European–Asian design. The architecture emphasizes spacious rooms with modern amenities including private balconies, bathtubs, and cable TV. All ships are fully equipped with wi–fi and international telecommunications systems.

BETTER FOOD

WE TAKE YOU TO THE BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS FOR AUTHENTIC FOOD

Beijing

Manchu Imperial Banquet, Peking Roasted Duck, Traditional Peking Cuisine, and much more. Enjoy a cooking class in our Hutong host family. Featured restaurants:

Huajia Yiyuan (Hua’s Restaurant)

180 Reviews

Bai Jia Da Yuan Restaurant

63 Reviews

Jin Ding Xuan Restaurant

119 Reviews

Xian

Dumplings Banquet, Biangbiang Noodle, Xian Cold Noodle, Paomo, Rou Jia Mo (Chinese burger), and more. Enjoy a cooking demonstration in our host restaurant.

Chongqing

New conceptional Sichuan Cuisine in Magic Kitchen, traditional Sichuan food in Shunfeng Restaurant.

Yangtze River Cruise

During the 3 days on the superior 5-star Victoria Crusie, you will experience the joys of Chinese cuisine, expertly prepared with the highest quality fresh ingredients. Victoria’s award-winning dining experience is reflective of China’s evolving culinary landscape, with a fusion of western dishes.