In Beijing's business district amongst gleaming skyscrapers, embassies and headquarters from businesses from all over the world, Four Seasons Hotel Beijing has delivered a serene refuge in a bustling metropolitan city. In a destination where balance is key to a harmonious life, Four Seasons Hotel Beijing blends relaxation and indulgence perfectly. The tranquil Tea Garden is the perfect place for reflection after a day sightseeing and exploring the city, the sunlit pool will melt away stresses and the 400 stainless-steel butterflies in the central atrium offer a moment of meditation before retiring to the bedrooms. The Spa uses the ancient knowledge of Chinese medicine and the powerful natural properties of green tea to rejuvenate and rebalance. Once your mind, body and soul have been realigned to centre again by expert technicians, it is time to indulge in cuisine that will ignite the senses. Take a seat at the chef's table at Cai Yi Xuan, a true example of culinary flourish, where the extensive Cantonese menu recreates famous and vast Chinese banquets. Throughout the property, authentic mahogany furniture, contemporary artworks and views of the city blend the old-world and the new-world of china in a perfect harmony. 

Benefiting from a £101 million refurbishment, luxurious all-suite The Peninsula Beijing is one of central Beijing's finest. The location is close to the Forbidden city and Tiananmen square and is convenient for upmarket shopping and dining, Take advantage of the Peninsula's signature fleet of Rolls Royce's or hop on a complimentary bicycle to get out and explore further. The exquisitely designed lobby welcomes you in shades of cream and ivory married with marble floors and contemporary artworks that continue throughout the property. The 230 suites are the largest in the city with soothing tones and the old world meets the new with touches of Chinese calligraphy alongside the latest tablet technology which controls everything from in room lighting to providing local sightseeing recommendations. Choose from two restaurants - Huang Ting offering Chinese or Jing for international food. The spa specialises in traditional Chinese therapies and features a high tech gym and a super sleek black swimming pool. 

Taking cruising to the next level on Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer, the smallest cruise ship to journey down the Yangzte River and the most exclusive luxury cruise in the area. Typically, a cruise ship in this region can accommodate over 300 guests, however the Yangzi Explorer only has space for 124 passengers, therefore promising an intimate cruise experience unlike any other. Each cabin offers floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony, ideal for whiling away the hours admiring the surrounding natural beauty. With the option to do as much or as little as you like, guests can enjoy anything from Tai Chi sessions, dumpling making classes, cultural performances to calligraphy and embroidery lessons. The Yangzi Explorer also has an onboard Huang Ding Spa, a beauty salon and an innovative a-la-carte restaurant which serves some of the finest Chinese and continental cuisine. With over five-unique itineraries to pick from, which include anything from shore excursions to Shennongjia Nature Reserve, the Three Gorges Dam Project, Fuling and Shennong Stream (to name a few), what are you waiting for?