Travel agencies in China are preparing their Olympic tourist services for domestic and overseas visitors, as the world's biggest sporting event nears.

One of the leading Chinese travel agencies, the China International Travel Service, recently launched special packages showing tourists the Olymoic torch relay route.

Chinese citizens will be able to visit 22 foreign cities along the relay route, including past and future Olympic host cities, Athens, London and Seoul.

The service also offers similar packages targeting foreign tourists who want to see the Olympic flame passing through destinations in China.

Zhao Xin is a senior manager with the agency.

We have introduced different travel routes and services for different foreign tourists, such as visiting officials and athletes. All these travel products are aimed to provide them with a chance to enjoy Beijing and other Chinese cities.

The Beijing Olympic Games starts on August 8.

During the two weeks of the Games, more than half a million foreigners are expected in the CHINESE capital to watch the competitions and visit tourist attractions.