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China: Natural Sites & City Lights

15 days, Beijing to Hong Kong

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Peak season notice: Golden Week falls between October 1st and 7th each year. Please note that Golden Week is a semi-annual 7-day or 8-day national holiday for the people of China. This is a very busy time of the year for domestic tourists, so expect some crowding at major attractions. We recommend booking these dates well in advance as accommodations and transportation availability is extremely limited.

15 days

Beijing to Hong Kong

From$1274USD
was $1499
Valid on Jan 23 2026
Trip Code: ACBZ

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Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 18, avg 15

Age requirement: 18-39

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15 days

Beijing to Hong Kong

From$1274USD
was $1499
Valid on Jan 23 2026
Trip Code: ACBZ

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

Special Offers

Expires on Oct 01, 2025 03:59 UTC
Promo Code G26SDQ015ASI02

See how your trip uplifts communities

In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

Trees for Days

Help us spread love around the world with Trees for Days. Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.

Trees planted for this trip: 15

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Ripple Score for this trip: 100

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Places visited

Itinerary

Day 1Beijing

Welcome to China! Arrive at anytime. Then join your CEO and group in the evening for a Welcome Meeting and an Orientation Walk of Beijing. Tonight's your First Night Out so get to know your group under the bright Beijing lights.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your First Night Out Moment Connect With New Friends| Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2Beijing

Hop on local transportation and visit some of Beijing's top tourist spots. Take a CEO led tour of the symbolic centre of Chinese power, Tiananmen Square. See the Forbidden City from a birds eye view at Jingshan Park and wander through the picturesque Hutong alleyways.

Day 3Beijing/Xi’an

This morning, travel to the legendary Great Wall of China. Together we'll hike about 5 kilometers of this 6000 km masterpiece. Opt to ride the cable car, chairlift or even ride the toboggan down. After a full day at the Wall, we'll return to Beijing where we'll board an overnight train to Xi'an.

Day 4Xi’an

Wake up this morning as you pull into the historical city of Xi'An, the entrance to the Silk Road. After an orientation walk, hop on a public bus with your CEO to take a tour of the mysterious Terracotta Warriors. In the evening, return to the city for an evening stroll through the Muslim Quarter.

Day 5Xi’an/Chengdu

This morning, enjoy some free time in the city of Xi'an before heading to our next destination. Opt to visit the ancient City Wall or take a cycling tour on top of it. Then head to train station to take the bullet train to Chengdu. Join your CEO for an orientation walk of the city before heading out for your Big Night Out! Grab a beer or plum juice for yourself and enjoy it under the bright lights of Chengdu alongside your crew.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Big Night Out Moment

Day 6Chengdu

After your Big Night Out, choose to take this morning slow or get ready to see all that Chengdu has to offer. Opt to visit the Giant Panda Breeding Center and learn about this amazing, but endangered, species. In the afternoon, with your group and CEO, visit Chengdu's more popular spots, like Tianfu Square, People's Park and Kuanzhaixiang.

Day 7Chengdu/Chongqing

This morning, spend a free morning in Chengdu before we head off to our next stop. In the afternoon, we'll take the bullet train to Chongqing. Join your CEO for an orientation walk to get your bearings then enjoy a free evening.

Day 8Chongqing

Hop on a public bus or metro with your CEO and visit Ciqikou Old town, where bamboo and wood frames still make up the foundation of most architecture as it did 1000 years ago. Then head to downtown Chongqing for a walking tour of the city, visiting spots like Chao Tian Men Square and Liberation Monument. Once it's dark, get a view of Hongyadong, an 11-story 2000 year old military base turned commercial center.

Day 9Chongqing/Zhangjiajie

Rise with the sun to get a morning train to Zhangjiajie, home to one of China's most impressive natural landscapes. This is a longer travel day so make sure to have some entertainment ready for the train ride. In the afternoon, arrive to Zhangjiajie and take an orientation walk of the city.

Day 10Zhangjiajie

Prepare to feel like you've been transported to the world of Pandora from Avatar. After a short shuttle ride, we'll hike through the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park to view the Tianzi Mountain and Pillar of the Southern Sky. Take it all in before taking hiking back or opt to ride the 1070 ft elevator back down to the base of the forest.

Day 11Zhangjiajie

Today is a free day to spend it how you'd like. Choose to tour other parts of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park because your entry ticket is valid for two full days of exploration. Opt to take a day trip to Tianmen Shan National Park or explore the beautiful city of Zhangjiajie.

Day 12Zhangjiajie/Yangshuo

Catch the early morning bullet train to Guilin before climbing into a bus to Yangshuo. After checking into the hotel, take an orientation walk of the city and enjoy a free night out.

Day 13Yangshuo

Pedal around the city and into the countryside this morning on a guided tour of Yangshuo. Bike along rivers, through local villages and near stunning karst formations. Opt for a short hike up Moon hill, then bike back and enjoy lunch together as a group. Spend the afternoon how'd like in Yangshuo. Tonight, join your crew for a big night out! Grab yourself a drink, maybe a beer, maybe an oolong tea and hit the town together!

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Big Night Out Moment

Meals included:

Lunch

Day 14Yangshuo

A free day in Yangshuo means you can spend it how you'd like. There is so much to do in this amazing city. Opt to visit the Xianggongshan & Tea Farm or go to the Impressions Liu Sanjie light show. How about a Tai Chi or Kung Fu class? Even a cooking class! The options are endless. Then in the evening, join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out!

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Day 15Yangshuo/Hong Kong

It may be our last day together but we still have an adventure. This morning we take the bullet train to Hong Kong. Spend the last few hours together with your new friends. Your trip finishes upon arrival in Hong Kong.

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What's Included

  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Chengdu
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Yangshuo
  • Your Discover Moment: Yangshuo
  • Tiananmen Square tour
  • Jingshan Park visit
  • Orientation walk in Beijing
  • Included visit to the Great Wall of China
  • Visit the Terracotta Warriors
  • Tour the Xi'An Muslim Quarter tour
  • Orientation walk in Xi'an
  • Tianfu Square visit
  • Orientation walk in Chengdu
  • Visit to Ciqikou Old Town
  • Hongyadong Visit at night
  • Chongqing walking tour
  • Two-day entry permit to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
  • Free time in Zhangjiajie
  • Orientation walk in Zhangjiajie
  • Yangshuo City & Countryside bike tour
  • Orientation walk in Yangshuo
  • Free time in Yangshuo

Accommodations

Hotels (13 nights), overnight sleeper train (1 night).

Meals

1 lunch
Allow USD385-500 for meals not included.

Transportation

Bullet train, overnight train, metro, public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

My Own Room - From $529.00

If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.

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China: Natural Sites & City Lights

| 15 days - Beijing to Hong Kong - from $1274 USD