Private, tailor-made journeys across China

Where all your dreams of China come true.

Every journey is private, expertly guided, and designed around you — so the real China unfolds effortlessly.

Beijing-based China experts · Offices in Beijing, Hong Kong & Melbourne · On the ground since 2008

Start here

Not sure where to begin? Begin with a question.

Where would you like to go?
How long do you have?
Tell an advisor your idea
02 — Who plans your trip

Meet our leading China travel specialists.

No call center. You work with one dedicated China specialist — here are a few of them.

Steven Zhang
Luxury Travel Designer · Beijing

“I love turning first-time visits to China into journeys that feel effortless, personal, and unforgettable.”

English · 中文 / 14 years with Aria
Based in Beijing26 provincesYunnan specialistCoffee & camera
Sophie Chen
Family & Luxury Specialist · Hong Kong

“The best trips aren't rushed — they're filled with meaningful moments shared with the people you love.”

English · 中文 · 粵語 / 9 years with Aria
Based in Hong Kong22 provincesFamily travelBoutique hotels
Marcus Tan
Adventure & Nature Specialist · Chengdu

“Some of the most unforgettable memories happen far beyond the guidebooks.”

English · 中文 / 11 years with Aria
Based in ChengduWestern ChinaHiking routesWildlife & mountains
Aisha Rahman
Culture & Silk Road Specialist · Xi’an

“Every destination has a story. I love helping travelers discover the people behind the places.”

English · 中文 · Uyghur / 8 years with Aria
Based in Xi’anSilk Road provincesHistory loverTea & languages
A recent journey

“Aria planned three weeks for our family of five — two kids and my parents — and got every meal, every pace just right. The first trip where I actually relaxed.”

The Hendersons · Melbourne · 18-day private family journey

“They got us into a Sichuan village kitchen I could never have found alone.”

Daniel R. · Sichuan & borderlands, 9 days

“One advisor, one phone number, the whole trip. Worth every cent.”

The Okonkwos · Imperial China, 12 days
 Licensed China travel operator  Three offices, one team  Independent reviews accrue here as we grow
04 — Curated by interest

Roads less traveled.

Journeys built around one obsession — for travelers who would rather go deep than wide.

Imperial Heritage

Imperial Heritage

Capitals, walls & dynasties
Minorities & Highlands

Minorities & Highlands

Yunnan & the southwest
Culinary China

Culinary China

Markets, kitchens & regional tables
Nature & Landscapes

Nature & Landscapes

Karst rivers & surreal peaks
05 — Why Aria

Private, done properly.

01

One dedicated advisor

A single China specialist who knows your trip end to end — not a rotating call center.

02

Built entirely around you

Every day is tailor-made and stays flexible — reshape the plan whenever you like.

03

24/7, on the ground

A real team inside China, reachable around the clock while you travel.

Everything handled, end to end

Visa assistance Airport pickup SIM & connectivity In-country payments Private driver-guide 24/7 support line

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