China 'most intrepid' holiday destination

China's sheer size and range of ancient attractions such as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall have contributed to it being voted the world's most 'intrepid' holiday destination.

China topped a poll by Intrepid Travel, winning the vote of four in five adventure holiday travellers.

Asia came out top when respondents were asked about which continent they most associated with an adventure holiday.

The chance to visit spectacular places not usually within the reach of travellers was the key reason to choose an adventure holiday over a conventional holiday, according to the survey.

Intrepid's Jen Bird said: "The growth of China's international presence as a safe, accessible destination has translated into a huge influx of travellers to the area, and bookings on our Taste of China and China Hike & Bike trips are soaring.

"Intrepid's survey shows how the magic of the Middle Kingdom is still very much alive, conjuring images from towering limestone karsts to the deserts of the Silk Road."

Intrepid's nine-day Taste of China trip, which starts in Beijing, includes the Great Wall of China and finishes in Shanghai, costs £455.

For more information go to: www.intrepidtravel.com XXX