The China Reserve® — Bespoke Journeys Through China, with a red 瑰宝 seal
Green rice terraces in southern China

OUR ETHICAL CHARTER

Travel with care.

Respect for the places we visit and the people who call them home.

A journey should leave something good.

Our charter guides how we plan, choose local partners, and support guests. Responsible travel begins with clear expectations and continues in the choices we make every day.

01 · PERSONAL SERVICE

Listen. Plan. Improve.

Shape each itinerary around your interests and pace. Choose knowledgeable regional guides, coordinate the practical details, and use guest feedback to improve our service.

02 · ENVIRONMENT

Tread thoughtfully.

Favor walking, cycling, and lower-impact transport where practical. Protect wildlife and habitats, leave historic sites undisturbed, and handle waste responsibly, recycling where facilities exist.

03 · COMMUNITY

Keep the connection local.

Work with honest, transparent partners. Choose local guides, restaurants, and accommodations where appropriate so tourism benefits host communities. Respect customs and ask before photographing people.

Care is part of the itinerary.

Discuss walking conditions, access, weather, and special needs before booking. On the Great Wall, follow the guide’s instructions and use only approved routes and permitted overnight locations.

Explore our Great Wall collection

MADE TO MEASURE

Make room for the China you imagine.

Tell us the places, pleasures, and pace that matter to you. We’ll shape the journey around them.

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