Chinese tourists now can realize their dream to travel to European countries starting September 1st! 

A total of 29 European countries are expected to receive approved destination status from the Chinese government, which includes 24 EU member countries minus Britain, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Romania and Liechtenstein.

Travel agencies in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou will organize the first group tours to Europe.

Moreover, the tour will target Western Europe in the first stage.

It is reported that the European tour will cost more than 10 thousand yuan or some US$1,200.

(CRI.com July 1, 2004)