Vegetarian-Friendly Travel Is Now Possible Too！HowToTrip’s Mainland China Vegetarian Tour Packages Go on Sale Starting November

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In recent years, due to increasing demands for health, wellness, and religious beliefs, the number of vegetarians has risen compared to the past. However, when it comes to travel planning, there are relatively few all-vegetarian group tours, or participants may only be offered two to three vegetarian dishes and have to bring their own non-meal vegetarian items like instant noodles—ruining what could have been a memorable trip.　

HowToTrip has recognized this significant demand. Starting this November, it is launching three major Mainland China vegetarian tour packages, taking travelers to three gold-certified award-winning destinations recognized by the Quality Assurance Association: Guilin in Guangxi, the Jiangnan region, and Zhangjiajie. With thoughtful all-vegetarian arrangements for the entire group, vegetarian travelers no longer need to worry about meal plans while traveling abroad. Friends and family can dine together at the same table, ensuring both fun and peace of mind. Aside from buffet-style breakfasts at hotels, lunch and dinner are arranged at vegetarian restaurants offering set meals or buffet options—with high standards and carefully prepared dishes.

Wander Through the Breathtaking Landscapes of Guilin

Renowned for its “green mountains, clear waters, spectacular caves, and beautiful rocks,” Guilin in Guangxi is one of China’s premier tourist cities. Its unique karst landforms and picturesque Li River are world-famous. To allow travelers to more comfortably enjoy the scenery and cultural experiences, HowToTrip has thoughtfully planned the transportation, including arranging a luxurious 90-minute air-conditioned boat cruise for a “Two Rivers and Four Lakes” tour, and reserving second-floor seats on the Li River cruise—offering a unique vantage point to fully appreciate Guilin’s beauty. Additionally, the approximately 3-hour mountainous drive from Guilin to Sanjiang has been replaced with a high-speed train ride (first class), taking just about 35 minutes—saving time and offering greater comfort. For sightseeing, cable cars are included to help travelers explore the stunning views of Guangxi’s most beautiful terraced fields, such as the Golden Buddha Summit and Xishan Shaoyue of the Golden Pit Terraces, with minimal effort.

▲ Silver Cave, a multi-story limestone cave, features stalactites formed over different eras. The cave is named for its pristine white and crystal-clear stalactites that hang like a silver river cascading from the night sky, shimmering brilliantly.

▲ The poetic scenery of the Li River is perfect for a boat cruise. No matter the weather, the Li River offers enchanting charm in every form, making a luxury boat ride a true delight.

▲ The banks of the Yulong River are lined with diverse mountain forms, bamboo groves, evergreen banana plants, and rice paddies that change colors with the seasons, creating a scene straight out of a painting. The river water is crystal clear and azure blue, and visitors can also watch fishermen perform the traditional “cormorant fishing” to learn about this unique local fishing method.

Experience the Majestic Mountains and Canyons of Zhangjiajie via Cable Car

Zhangjiajie is China’s first national forest park. Known as the soul of Zhangjiajie, it also includes the Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park—the most sacred mountain in western Hunan—as well as the world’s longest single-loop high-mountain sightseeing cable car and the world’s highest and longest glass bridge at Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. The newly developed Tianmen Mountain Dragon Ridge Glass Walkway is another breathtaking mountain and forest attraction. This city, located in one of the oldest cradles of Chinese civilization and at the source of the Yangtze River basin, boasts the unique customs and cultural heritage of the Tujia ethnic minority, making it a fascinating destination to explore.

The vegetarian tour package follows the same high-quality itinerary as the gold-certified tours. Travel from Huaihua to Changsha is arranged on a high-speed train (first class), and includes the Phoenix Nine Scenic Spots combo ticket—so you pay the same tour fee but enjoy the same premium itinerary and vegetarian meals.

▲ Tianzi Mountain, one of the four major scenic areas of Wulingyuan, is famed for its spectacular stone forest. Take the cable car up the mountain to view the West Sea, where thousands of peaks rise through the mist, standing in layers with unique shapes and majestic presence. This area was once the site of an uprising led by Tujia leader Xiang Dakun during the Song Dynasty, where he later met his end—adding an air of mystery to Tianzi Mountain.

▲ Baofeng Lake, listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, combines landscapes with folk culture. It is especially known for its breathtaking high-mountain lake views, the “3,000-foot waterfall” of Baofeng, and the mysterious ancient mountain temples. It is hailed as a “classic among the world’s lakes.”

▲ Yueyang Tower faces Dongting Lake and stands alongside Yellow Crane Tower and Tengwang Pavilion in Nanchang as one of the “Three Great Towers of Jiangnan.” It is celebrated with the phrase “Dongting has the finest water under heaven, Yueyang the finest tower.”

A Blend of Rustic Charm and Modern Style in the Jiangnan Region

In Jiangnan, beloved by poets and scholars throughout Chinese history, natural rustic beauty coexists with modern artistic flair. HowToTrip invites you to take a maglev train to Shanghai, then cruise along the Huangpu River to listen to the rising and falling stories of Shanghai’s bustling international settlements from the 1930s. In Hangzhou, enjoy a private boat cruise on West Lake—no sharing with other groups—and visit the iconic Three Pools Mirroring the Moon island to explore a classic Chinese lakeside garden. Travel to Shaoxing, the ancient capital of the Yue Kingdom, to experience its unique wine, stone, and bridge cultures, and enjoy the splendid performance “The Most Memorable Is Hangzhou,” which blends Eastern and Western art forms, featuring symphony, dance, Yue opera, guqin and cello duets, and piano solos—a truly exquisite and distinctive Jiangnan experience.

▲ Wuzhen, listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, is one of China’s Four Great Water Towns. Xizha, consisting of 12 islands connected by 72 ancient bridges, becomes a dreamlike spectacle at night when the moon outlines the layered roofs and red lanterns illuminate the stone-paved streets.

For travel-loving vegetarians, there’s no need to limit your choices due to restricted menus anymore. HowToTrip’s highly recommended Mainland China gold-certified tour packages are completely free of shopping stops and extra paid activities. They use vehicles with three rows of seats equipped with free Wi-Fi, and arrange all-vegetarian dining for the whole group—accompanying you as you explore the beauty and culture of mainland China.

More Related Information
◆ Golden Phoenix Guilin. Longji. Sanjiang 6-Day Tour (2016 Gold Award)
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◆ Golden Phoenix Jiangnan Style 5-Day Tour (2015 Gold Award)　
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◆ Golden Phoenix Zhangjiajie 8-Day Tour (2012 Gold Award)

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