Forget the crowds. Forgo the Forbidden City. Doing China should be about more than eating noodles and getting lost in crowds. China is home to the world's most challenging mountain peaks, miles of uncharted whitewater, isolated steppe, picturesque valleys, and thousands of years of history. In short, China is the promised land for adventurer travelers.

So go ahead and tackle China—GORP style—with our top 20 adventures for the Middle Kingdom.

Classic Adventures 1. Explore Xian 2. Hike the MacLehose Trail 3. Island Hop in Hong Kong 4. Spelunk in Zhijin Cave 5. Surf Mingsha Dunes 6. Walk Xishuangbanna 7. Raft the Yangtze 8. Hike Tai Shan 9. Climb the Stone Forest 10. Explore Everest		Off the Beaten Path 11. Hike Mt. Kailash 12. Walk with Pandas 13. Explore Inner Mongolia 14. Head to Shangri-la 15. Walk Through Fire 16. Hike the Yellow River 17. Track Leopards 18. Brave the Tsangpo 19. Trek the Changtang 20. Attempt Gongga Shan

Top Asian Destinations on GORP Explore The Middle Kingdom - From Beijing to Shanghai, Tibet to Island Hop in Hong Kong. Explore ancient wonders and modern vistas with GORP. Navigate Nepal with GORP - Raft, camp, hike and eat your way through this outdoor paradise. Inch through Indonesia - Hike through terraced rice paddies or bike between remote villages.

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