Soak in the vibrant pulse of Hong Kong, float down the Yangtze on a Chinese-style riverboat and walk the Great Wall with other others that share your appetite for adventure. Enjoy eighteen days packed with China's major sights and out-of-the way gems with the freedom to choose those that interest you. Cycle along Xian’s ancient city walls and through the stunning rice fields and limestone karsts of Yangzhou. Explore gorgeous scenery straight out of a painting or just relax and take it all in.
What's Included
- Yangtze River exploration, Transportation to the Great Wall, Walking tour of Xi'an, Shanghai orientation walk
- No meals are included. (Allow USD 270 - 360 for meals not included.)
- Simple Hotels/guesthouses (10 nts), Sleeper train (5 nts, 6 berth train) and/or Yangtze boat (2 nts)
- Train, Local bus, Private bus, Chinese-style boat, Walking, Cycling
- English-speaking Chinese Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
- Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10.
Places Visited
- China
- Hong Kong
Reverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse from Beijing to Hong Kong. See trip code ACRG
Day 1 Hong Kong
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Hong Kong/China border
Visit Stanley Market or catch the views of Hong Kong from Victoria Peak. Overnight train to Guilin (Yangshuo).
Day 3-5 Yangshuo
Options to cycle through the countryside of Yangshuo, experience a local cooking school, practice tai chi, or see the Light and Sound show produced by Zhang Yimen, of the film 'Hero' and the Beijing Olympics Opening and Closing ceremonies acclaim.
Day 6-9 Three Gorges
An amazing journey along the mighty Yangtze River, cutting through the magnificent Three Gorges.
Day 10-12 Xi'an
We take an orientation walk around this historical city. Optional visit to China’s greatest archaeological treasures – the Terracotta Warriors. Option to cycle the ancient city walls. Overnight train to Shanghai.
Day 13-15 Shanghai
Free time to explore this vibrant and exotic city. Options include a visit to the world famous Shanghai Museum or witnessing the breathtaking Chinese Acrobats.
Day 16-17 Beijing
Transport included to the Great Wall. Options include exploring Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.
Day 18 Beijing
Depart at any time.
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