Tour overview
China’s growing enthusiasm for hockey, particularly since reaching the Olympic Women’s Final in 2024, highlights a nation embracing both tradition and modernity through sport and national pride. Play hockey fixtures in modern facilities and explore a country where futuristic skylines and bustling cities meet centuries-old villages.
Tour highlights
Visiting Beijing: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall at the Juyongguan Section
Visiting Shanghai: Jade Buddha Temple, enchanting Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Visiting Xian: Terracotta Army, Huaqing Hot Spring Park, Wild Big Goose Pagoda, Ancient City Wall
Bullet Train trip between Beijing and Shanghai
What our customers say about us
We know we craft incredible sports tours, but it’s better to hear it from the people who have travelled with us
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Yet another fantastic sports tour organised by Edwin Doran. Once again, the experiences enjoyed by our students both on the playing and cultural fronts proved positive and enriching. experiences and memories which will undoubtedly last a lifetime.
Bishop Stopford School
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We would like to thank Edwin Doran for putting together the trip of a lifetime for our pupils. Nothing was too much to ask and no problem was left unsolved. The pupils have left with some great battles on the pitch and even better memories off it. We can’t wait to start planning the next tour shortly!
Pocklington School
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I cannot speak highly enough of the team at Edwin Doran. From start to finish, they have been incredibly hardworking, professional and fully committed to providing the best possible experience for our school. What truly sets them apart is their ability to listen closely to what you want and bring your vision to life with precision and care.
The Maynard School
What’s included
Return flights from the UK
All meals, accommodations, excursions and in-country transportation
3 captivating cities: Beijing, Xian and Shanghai
Chinese / English speaking guide throughout
Dedicated tour operator and 24-hr tour support line
In-country fixture coordinator
Sample Itinerary
1 Overnight flight to Beijing
1 Morning: Arrive in Beijing and meet your guide and coach driver
2 Afternoon: Check in to your accommodation and visit the Olympic Park, Bird’s Nest Stadium or Water Cube
3 Evening: Dinner
1 Morning: Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City
2 Afternoon: Training Session
3 Evening: Dinner and Chinese Acrobatic Show
1 Morning: Great Wall at the Juyongguan Section
2 Afternoon: Hockey matches
3 Evening: Dinner
1 Morning: Beijing Zoo, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
2 Afternoon: Bullet train to Zian
3 Evening: Dinner
1 Morning: Terracotta Army
2 Afternoon: Huaqing Hot Spring Park
3 Evening: Dumpling banquet for dinner and Tang Dynasty Show
1 Morning: Wild Big Goose Pagoda and Ancient City Wall
2 Afternoon: Hockey matches
3 Evening: Dinner
1 Morning: Bullet Train to Shanghai
2 Afternoon: Oriental Pearl TV Tower and Historic Bund
3 Evening: Dinner
1 Morning: Jade Buddha Temple and Yu Garden
2 Afternoon: Hockey matches
3 Evening: Dinner
1 Morning: Shanghai Museum and Hockey matches
2 Afternoon: Tianzifang Art Street and Nanjing Road
3 Evening: Dinner and Night River Cruise
1 Morning: Travel to Shanghai
2 Afternoon: Depart China
3 Evening: Land back in the UK on the same day
Exciting excursions
The Great Wall of China
See one of the 7 Wonders of the World and one of the most iconic, awe-inspiring architectural feats in human history
Jade Buddha Temple
Admire the temple’s treasured Sleeping Buddha and exquisite jade statues
Shanghai Tour
Explore this fascinating futuristic city, including the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and Shanghai Museum
Terracotta Army
Explore this incredible collection of stunning life-sized warrior clay sculptures in Xian
Tailored hockey tours for your group.
We can tailor tours to meet the specific requirements of your group. Speak to us to build your ideal tailor-made itinerary
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