Discover the essence of China on this immersive 13-day journey, exploring its ancient wonders, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cities. Walk through history in Beijing and Xian, home to the Forbidden City and the legendary Terracotta Army. Get up close with adorable giant pandas in Chengdu, cruise along the picturesque Li River in Guilin, and experience the dynamic fusion of East and West in Hong Kong. This tour offers the perfect blend of culture, nature, and modernity, promising an unforgettable adventure!
Transfer via: Flight , arranged on your own
Accommodation: Tian Tan Hotel, Executive Deluxe Room
Arrive in Beijing, a city full of history where ancient traditions meet modern life. As the center of China's past and present, it offers a unique window into centuries of culture.
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, and recover from your journey while soaking in the capital's distinctive ambiance.
Meals: Breakfast, A la carte Chinese lunch (allowance CNY100/adult)
Accommodation: Tian Tan Hotel, Executive Deluxe Room
Explore Beijing's rich history with a visit to its most famous landmarks. Start at Tian'anmen Square, a vast open space surrounded by grand monuments and historic sites.
A walking distance leads you to the Forbidden City, the magnificent imperial palace that was home to Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. Wander through its large courtyards, elegant halls, and timeless architecture, discovering stories from the past.
Your exploration today concludes at Jingshan Park, a peaceful spot with a hilltop pavilion offering amazing views of the Forbidden City and the city beyond.
Note:
For protection purposes, the daily visitor numbers to the Forbidden City are limited. Entrance tickets, only available for online booking, are released 7 days in advance and often sell out quickly. While we will make every effort to secure your entrance ticket, your visit date to the Forbidden City may differ from the proposed itinerary. In cases where tickets are unavailable on specific dates, we may recommend adjusting your travel date.
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Tiananmen Square: It is one of the largest city squares in the world and the spiritual heart of China, where the national flag is raised exactly at sunrise every day.
The Forbidden City: It is located in the center of Beijing, used to be the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties with a history of around 600 years, it is the grandest integral palace complex still remaining in China.
Jingshan Park: Originally an imperial garden, It is now a beautiful public park and the highest point of the center of Beijing. There are 5 pavilions on the artificial hill (also known as Coal Hill) and about 400 steps going up. It is the best place to view the whole complex of Forbidden City and old quarters of Beijing on the top of the hill. The last emperor of the Ming Dynasty, Chongzhen, committed suicide by hanging himself here in 1644.
Meals: Breakfast, A la carte Chinese lunch (allowance CNY100/adult)
Accommodation: Tian Tan Hotel, Executive Deluxe Room
After breakfast, set off to the legendary Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the most majestic and well-preserved sections of this ancient wonder. As you ascend, take in breathtaking views and experience the grandeur of a structure that once served as a vital defense for the Chinese empires. With a round-trip cable car ride, you'll catch the beauty of this iconic landmark from both the ground and the sky.
Drive back to the city, make a photo stop at the Olympic Bird Nest and Water Cube.
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The Great Wall (Mutianyu Section): The most famous symbol of China and one of the world's most remarkable architectural wonders, it was built over 2,000 years ago and stretching about 6,700 km.
Mutianyu (Roundtrip cable car): Round-way cable car of Mutianyu Great Wall included. Chair-lift and Toboggan are also available. If you want to change to any of them, please inform the local guide before he or she purchases the tickets for round-trip cable car for you. Please pay the extra charge in cash to the local guide.
Transfer via: High speed G train (Duration: about 4.5-6 hours), First Class Seat, arranged by us
Meals: Breakfast, A la carte Chinese lunch (allowance CNY100/adult)
Accommodation: Eastern House Boutique Hotel, Classic room
In the morning, visit the Temple of Heaven, a stunning complex once used by emperors for annual ceremonies to pray for a good harvest. Here, you can watch locals engage in their morning exercises, from the graceful flow of tai chi to the disciplined movements of kung fu.
Afterward, board a high-speed train to Xi'an, the ancient capital of China. On arrival, you'll be met at the train station and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Temple of Heaven: It is the place which was visited yearly by the emperors who performed intricate rituals to insure a good harvest for the whole nation at ancient times.
Meals: Breakfast, A la carte Chinese lunch (allowance CNY90/adult)
Accommodation: Eastern House Boutique Hotel, Classic room
Today, a 45-minute drive from downtown Xi'an takes you to the impressive Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, home to the remarkable Terracotta Army. Explore the vast underground pits, filled with thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, each with unique facial expressions. Be sure to admire the bronze chariots, stunning artifacts that highlight ancient Chinese craftsmanship.
After admiring the outstanding archaeological find, return to the city and wander through the vibrant Muslim Quarter, sampling local delicacies and enjoying the lively atmosphere of Xi'an.
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Terracotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots: Discovered in 1974 by local farmers digging a well, the Terracotta Warriors is one of the most significant archeological finds of the 20th century and has been registered in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. The site consists of three main buildings, Pit 1, Pit 2, and Pit 3. The three pits occupy an area of 22,000 square meters, housing about 8,000 life-size pottery warriors and horses. These painted terracotta warriors and horses, which individually sculpted from real-life models and arranged in battle formation, have been protecting the mausoleum of the first emperor in Chinese history, Emperor Qin Shi Huang, since 2,200 years ago.
Muslim Street: Muslim Street is the center of the sizable Chinese-Muslim community in Xi'an, considered as a snack street by the locals. It is a fantastic place to wander and pass through linked with shops selling a large variety of interesting local delicacies, snacks, and souvenirs. It is also packed with small restaurants serving typical Muslim food.
Transfer via: Bullet D train (Duration: around 3.5-4.5hours), First Class Seat, arranged by us
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza, Superior Room
This morning, board a bullet train to Chengdu, a city celebrated for its adorable pandas, laid-back lifestyle, and historical charm.
When you reach, explore Wenshu Temple, a tranquil sanctuary renowned for its ancient architecture. As you stroll through the serene courtyards, you may come across monks immersed in quiet prayer. Later, connect with locals over a game of Mahjong or savor a cup of traditional tea, soaking in the harmonious blend of calm and vibrancy that defines Chengdu.
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Wenshu Temple: Wenshu Temple is Chengdu's oldest and largest Buddhist temple originally built in the Tang dynasty, but the buildings here today were built in the Qing dynasty (1961). The most stunning features of the temple are the White Jade Buddha and the Thousand Buddha Pagoda. You can absorb the very atmosphere of Chengdu here: worshippers light candles and incense which make the temple is constantly encompassed in a cloud of thick perfumed smoke. The tea house at the back of the complex is a great place to relax and glance at local’s life, while the streets outside are filled with fortune-tellers, and hawkers selling joss sticks, paper money, statues, and so on.
Teahouses: Chengdu is one of the few remaining cities in China with a really authentic tea house (Chadian) culture, thousands of teahouses dotted about Chengdu are hugely popular with locals, especially the elderly. Teahouses throughout the city are still important locations for social gatherings. Its distinct and unique atmosphere will let you get a good feel for Chengdu.
Meals: Breakfast, A la carte Chinese lunch (allowance CNY80/adult)
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza, Superior Room
Begin your day with a visit to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, home to these gentle icons of wildlife conservation. Observe giant pandas in spacious, naturalistic enclosures as they lounge, feed on bamboo, and engage in playful interactions. With a bit of luck, you might spot panda cubs playing around or cuddling with their mothers - a really heartwarming sight.
Chengdu People's Park to experience an authentic local life. Begin your journey with a cup of tea, where your guide will introduce you to proper tea etiquette. And immerse yourself in the local culture by joining a lively square dance session. And don't forget to observe the locals enjoying mahjong.
Before returning to the hotel, take one more look at Jinli Old Street.
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Giant Panda Breeding Research Base: As the biggest giant panda breeding base in the world, Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base is home to more than 150 giant pandas, as well as red pandas, golden monkeys, and some other endangered wildlife. Since the panda is usually more active before 10 am, to see more pandas enjoying their breakfast and gamboling, please be sure to get the base early, better around 8 am. If lucky enough, you may also see some cuter baby pandas.
Jinli Street: Jinli Pedestrian Street combines the ambiance of ancient and modern China. It is about 550 meters long and was constructed in 2004 in the traditional architectural style of Sichuan Province during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911). It is not only a wonderful reminder of China’s past but also a great place for people to fully appreciate Sichuan’s customs and folk arts.
The People's Park: The people’s Park located in the center of Chengdu and it was the first public park in this city. It is a place where you can see the locals singing and dancing, exercising, drinking tea, playing Mahjong at the century-old teahouses. The most interesting, you will see how the parents are trying to find a partner for their adult kids on the “ Marriage Corner”.
Transfer via: High speed G train (Duration: about 7.5 hours), First Class Seat, arranged by us
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Jolie Vue Boutique Hotel Guilin , Deluxe King Room
Board a morning train to the picturesque city of Guilin. On arrival, meet your guide and be transferred to your hotel.
Transfer via: Boat , arranged by us
Meals: Breakfast, Boat lunch
Accommodation: Yangshuo Li River Resort, Riverview Balcony Double Room
After breakfast, you will be driven to the pier (40 to 50 minutes drive) to start your boat cruise on the picturesque Li River down to Yangshuo, which is the highlight of any visit to Guilin. Along the river, you will be inspired by breathtaking views of peaks and pinnacles, crystal-clear water and picturesque pastoral countryside scenery. The cruise usually takes around 3.5 to 4 hours, depends on water condition. When arrive in Yangshuo, you will disembark the boat and take a transfer to the hotel. After checking into the hotel, you will enjoy a countryside tour whether by bicycle or your private car. In the evening, you can explore the West Street on your own.
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Li River Cruise: By taking the cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, you will be inspired by breathtaking views of peaks and pinnacles, crystal-clear water and reflections in the water together with the serene pastoral countryside view. The cruise usually takes around 4 hours, depends on the water conditions.
Countryside tour for about 1.5-2 hours for a round trip by cycling or private vehicle: The beautiful and peaceful countryside with rice paddies and hills around Yangshuo will amaze you. During the countryside tour, if you have any interest to visit one of the local farmer's houses, to see their daily life and work in the village, please discuss this possibility with your local tour guide beforehand.
Notes: If you are not good at bicycling, we recommend you take the private vehicle.
Transfer via:
Yangshuo - Guilin, Private vehicle , arranged by us
Guilin - Hong Kong, High speed G train (Duration: 3.5 hours), First Class Seat, arranged by us
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Royal Pacific Hotel and Towers, Premier Room at hotel wing
Transfer back to Guilin. Take a scenic train journey to the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong. Upon reaching the destination, take the time to settle into your hotel and then explore the city at your leisure, perhaps starting with a walk along the famous Victoria Harbor.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Royal Pacific Hotel and Towers, Premier Room at hotel wing
Hong Kong Island Half-Day Classic Tour
Your tour will begin with a ride on the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak. At the summit, you can enjoy Hong Kong's iconic skyline and explore numerous retail and dining outlets. Families with children might consider visiting Madame Tussauds or Monopoly Dreams Hong Kong.
After descending on the Peak Tram, you'll head to Tai Kwun, a cultural center transformed from a colonial-era prison, and the Central Market, which offers a variety of snacks and handicrafts. Your guide will also take you to long-standing snack shops near the Central-Mid-Levels Escalator, where you can sample local treats like Hong Kong-style egg tarts, Sata andagi, and Hong Kong-style milk tea or herbal tea. During your tour, the guide will take you on the Ding Ding Tram, depending on traffic conditions.
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Tai Kwun: The Central Police Station Compound is a historical complex that served as the center for law, justice, and correctional services in Hong Kong from the early days of British colonization until recent years. After it was redeveloped into a cultural and shopping destination, it was generally called Tai Kwun. Among them, the Victoria Prison still retains the appearance of Victorian architecture and offers a lot of historical displays that worth a visit.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Royal Pacific Hotel and Towers, Premier Room at hotel wing
A free day in Hong Kong.
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Free day on own exploration: You can start the day by taking in some of the classic views from the harbor. This can be done by taking a Star Ferry hour long cruise around the harbor, which departs from many points around the harbor. Alternatively, the regular ferry service which criss-crosses the harbor allows you to take in the harbor front.
After this take a ride on the historic peak tram (actually a funicular railway but generally known as the peak tram). Take the tram up Victoria peak for fabulous views over the whole of Hong Kong. There are many restaurants at the top of the Peak if you want to stop for lunch.
In the afternoon, do a spot of shopping. There are many options for shopping on Hong Kong - from top end luxury shops on Hong Kong Island, to lively Chinese markets on the Kowloon side, to antiques on the Hollywood Road.
At 8pm every day, the city puts on a light show, 'A Symphony of Lights'. Take in this spectacle either from the cross-harbor ferry, or from one of the many bars or restaurants with fine views on the Kowloon side.
Transfer via: Flight , arranged on your own
Meals: Breakfast
Free time until be collected by your driver and transferred to the airport for your flight home.
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- 4* ACCOMMODATIONS -
City |
Hotel Name and Website |
Room Type |
No. of nights |
Beijing |
Tian Tan Hotel |
Executive Deluxe Room |
3 |
Xi'an |
Eastern House Boutique Hotel |
Classic room |
2 |
Chengdu |
Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza |
Superior Room |
2 |
Guilin |
Jolie Vue Boutique Hotel Guilin |
Deluxe King Room |
1 |
Yangshuo |
Yangshuo Li River Resort |
Riverview Balcony Double Room |
1 |
Hong Kong |
The Royal Pacific Hotel and Towers |
Premier Room at hotel wing |
3 |
- 5* ACCOMMODATIONS -
City |
Hotel Name and Website |
Room Type |
No. of nights |
Beijing |
Fairmont Beijing |
Deluxe Room |
3 |
Xi'an |
Hilton Xian |
Hilton Guest Room |
2 |
Chengdu |
Grand Hyatt Chengdu |
1 King Bed/2 Twin Beds Room |
2 |
Guilin |
Guilin Shangri-la Hotel |
Deluxe Room |
1 |
Yangshuo |
Guilin Yangshuo Jora Luxury Hotel (Lijiang Branch) |
Courtyard-View King/Twin Room |
1 |
Hong Kong |
The Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel |
Superior room |
3 |
Check-in & Check-out time: generally check in is after 2 pm and check out before 12 pm (noon).
Early check and late check-out are subject to room availability and may generate additional full day room rate.
Experienced English-speaking guide
French/German/Spanish/Chinese/Russia speaking guides are available upon request. The surcharge will be applied
As per the tour program:
B=breakfast
L-Lunch
D-Dinner
- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car
- Private car for the excursion
- Boat as per itinerary
- Accommodation based on double/twin share with breakfast (including 5% service fee and 10% VAT tax)
- All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary
- Tissues and water during transfers
- Service charges and government tax
- Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service
- 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
- No extra charge after service confirmation
• Arrival and Departure Flights
• Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
• Travel Insurance
• Public holiday surcharge (if any)
• Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec
• Early check-in and Late check-out (If not mentioned)
• E-visa
• Surcharge for airport transfers between 12:00 am – 05:00 am
• Other services not mentioned above
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