subject: China Vacation Packages Give You The Opportunity Of A Lifetime [print this page] It's hard to suggest when the best time of year for touring China is due to the fact it is a vast country with many different terrains, environments, and cities. There are some generalities that can be drawn to provide you with some ideas about planning your next trip to Shanghai.
High and Low Season
As in most other countries, Chinese students get certain times of year off from school, and thus, tourism is typically a bit heavier when this occurs. Chinese students get two major holidays: one in the summer that corresponds with the time that most American students have off (June-September) and one in the winter (January-February). Other Chinese holidays that could lend themselves to higher-than-usual concentrations of tourists are New Year (January or February), Labor Day (in May 1-3), and also the national holiday (October 1-7).
In addition to avoiding the crowds, visiting China in its low season will usually bring about lower ticket prices and an easier time booking particular events. If you do travel during a peak season, China tour packages usually offer substantial discounts.
Weather
Again, it's hard to forecast what the weather conditions will be like in any given part of China for specific times of the year because the country is so big. Sometimes it could be very pleasant in southern China yet still be colder in the north. Here are a few general tips to get you started:
Summer is generally hot and can be humid. Summer is also the wet season in much of China, so get ready for rain.
Fall is one of the most comfortable seasons with cooler weather. Some parts of China can still be overcast. This really is among the best times to consider booking Beijing tours.
Winter is incredibly cold in the north, but may be bearable in other areas of China.
Spring is variable. Temperatures are cooler than in the summer, but expect to be chilled during the nights and mornings and hot in the daytime.
The best thing you can do for determining weather is to track the weather in the part of China you plan on visiting.
Festivals
The final consideration for determining the best time to visit China is whether or not you desire to visit one of China's numerous festivals. Check to see when these take place throughout the year and plan your trip accordingly.
