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Worldway Travel
Watchtower on the Great Wall at Mutianyu

China tours from New Zealand, guided in English.

Flights from Auckland, English-speaking guides, small groups.

Ways to travel

Travel your way

Watchtowers on the Great Wall at golden hour
01Most popular

Small-group tours

Fixed departures with an English-speaking guide from arrival to farewell. Hotels, transport and entry fees included.

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Sunset over West Lake, Hangzhou
02Your dates

Private journeys

Any trip in the collection, run privately on dates you choose, for families and friends travelling together.

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Hongcun village reflected in the South Lake
03Fully flexible

Tailor-made

Combine regions, adjust the pace and add experiences. Your specialist builds the itinerary around you.

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China, made easy

The hard parts of China, handled before you leave.

Language, apps, payments and paperwork stop most first-time visitors. A bilingual team that has worked between both countries for over 25 years takes care of each one.

English-speaking guide, start to finish

Your guide meets the group on arrival and stays with you until the airport farewell, so hotels, restaurants and sights are never a language barrier.

Visa-free entry for New Zealanders

New Zealand passport holders can currently visit China visa-free for up to 30 days. Entry requirements are confirmed again before every departure.

Payments and phone, set up

Before you leave, your specialist explains how to set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with a New Zealand card and how to stay connected in China.

Food you can enjoy

Dietary requirements are passed to restaurants in advance, and group meals mix local specialities with familiar dishes.

A comfortable pace

Groups of no more than 20 travellers, quality hotels and time to explore on your own in the old towns.

Support while you travel

A contact in China throughout the trip, plus the Auckland team on New Zealand time.

Book with confidence

Clear terms, no surprises.

Flights included
Every trip includes return economy flights from Auckland, with taxes.
Payment terms on every trip
The deposit, or full payment where required, is shown on each trip before you book.
Quotes in NZ dollars
Your specialist quotes in NZ$ for your dates, and you pay a New Zealand company.
Clear booking terms
Changes and cancellations are covered in our booking terms, published in full before you commit.

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About Worldway

A New Zealand travel company since 1998.

New Zealand owned and operated, with six branches in Auckland and Christchurch and a bilingual team that has been arranging travel to China for over 25 years. More about us

IATA accreditedTAANZ member
Airline partnersAir New ZealandAir ChinaChina Southern AirlinesChina Eastern AirlinesHainan AirlinesSichuan Airlines

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions New Zealand travellers ask most about touring China.

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Are international flights included in the price?

Yes. Every trip includes return economy flights from Auckland, with taxes. If you live in Wellington, Christchurch or another city, we can add a domestic connection to Auckland at an extra cost.

Do I need a visa to visit China?

New Zealand passport holders can currently visit China visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your return date. We'll confirm the latest entry requirements before you travel.

How big are the groups?

Our groups have a maximum of 20 travellers, so it's easy to get to know each other and the pace never feels rushed.

Will we have an English-speaking guide?

Yes. Every group is accompanied by English-speaking local guides in each region, who look after everything from sightseeing to restaurant orders.

How do I pay for my trip?

Most trips need a deposit to secure your place, with the balance due before departure. Some trips are paid in full at the time of booking. The payment terms are shown on each trip page.

How fit do I need to be?

Our trips are rated Easy, Moderate or Active. Most are Moderate, which means a few hours of walking on most days, including some steps. Each trip page explains what to expect.

Who is Worldway Travel?

Worldway Travel is an Auckland-based travel company and a member of IATA and TAANZ. We specialise in small-group tours to China designed for New Zealand travellers.

Can I travel on my own?

Of course. Solo travellers are welcome on every trip. You can pay a single supplement for a room of your own.

Not sure where to start?

Share your dates and interests. A China specialist replies within one business day with a suggested itinerary and price. No obligation.

English-speaking guides

A dedicated guide from arrival to farewell on every group departure.

Small groups

No more than 20 travellers, for more time at each sight and a relaxed pace.

New Zealand owned

An Auckland company since 1998, with branches across the country.

Every detail handled

Flights, hotels, transport and entry arranged before you leave.

Our purpose

Showing New Zealanders the real China, one small group at a time.