Exploring Shanghai's Bund and visiting the Shanghai Museum. Hangzhou's cultural heart of West Lake and a tea plantation. Cycling Yangshuo's dramatic rice fields, relaxing on a Three Gorges cruise, seeing the Terracotta Warriors and trekking the Great Wall.
Experience the towering achievements of China's rich history as you walk backwards in time along the Great Wall and reflect on its future among Shanghai’s gleaming towers. Explore the country’s great cities, magnificent architecture, Buddhist heritage, archaeological treasures while not missing the Middle Kingdom's natural wonders—float down the Yangtze River and wander among iconic limestone karts. Our expert CEOs will reveal the region’s hidden gems, taking the hassle out of travel so you can focus on experiencing all that China has to offer.
What's Included
- Shanghai Orientation Walk, Shanghai Museum, West lake orientation walk, visit to a tea plantation, Yangshuo countryside cycle tour, Three Gorges boat trip, Terracotta Warriors tour, Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City guided tour and entrance to Great Wall.
- 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner. (Allow USD200-300 for meals not included.)
- Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), sleeper train (2 nts), Yangtze boat (2 nts).
- Train, plane, local bus, air-con bus, boat, walking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, Local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Places Visited
- China
Day 1 Shanghai
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Shanghai
Take an orientation walk through this glamorous city.
Day 3 - 4 Hangzhou
Stroll along West Lake and visit a tea plantation in historic Hangzhou. Optional tour to Ling Yin Temple.
Days 5-6 Guilin/Yangshuo (1L)
Guided cycle ride through the vibrant and stunning countryside of Yangshuo with included local lunch. Options to experience a boutique local cooking school, practice tai chi or see the Light and Sound show.
Days 7-9 Yangtze River (3B,2L,2D)
A three-day boat journey along the mighty Yangtze River cutting through the magnificent Three Gorges.
Days 10-11 Xi'an
Visit the mysterious Terracotta Warriors of The Ancient capital of Xi'an. Option to cycle the ancient city walls.
Days 12-13 Beijing
Included tour of the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall.
Day 14 Beijing
Depart at any time.
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