Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu & Shanghai - 12 days

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12 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

24 peopleMaximum group size

2 peopleMinimum to book

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Highlights

Beijing - Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, explore the Hutong area of Beijing, and the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall

Xi'an - Discover the UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, Terracotta Warrior Factory and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Chengdu - Watch curious and clumsy giant pandas at the Panda Research base, admire the Wenshu Monastery and wander Jinli Street

Liangzhu - Uncover the Liangzhu Ruins and Museum, which showcase an advanced Neolithic civilization through exquisite relics and ancient urban planning

Hangzhou - Enjoy the serene beauty of West Lake, explore the historical Grand Canal, and experience the rich culture Hangzhou through its temples, tea plantations, and vibrant streets

Shanghai - Explore Shanghai's vibrant metropolis, including the stunning Yu Garden, the iconic Bund, and the charming Former French Concession

Itinerary

PRIVATE TOUR: Trace a path through China's most iconic cities on this 12-day adventure from Beijing to Shanghai. You'll spend three days in Beijing taking in Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall at Mutianyu, and the elegant Summer Palace, before boarding a high-speed train to Xi'an to stand face to face with the extraordinary Terracotta Warriors. Chengdu follows, with giant pandas, a fiery Sichuan hotpot dinner, and a day trip to the towering Leshan Buddha. The final stretch takes you through Hangzhou, famed for its serene West Lake and ancient Grand Canal, before a grand finale in Shanghai.

day 1Welcome

Welcome to China! Upon your arrival in Beijing, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. After settling in, you can spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Explore Beijing or unwind at the hotel in preparation for the adventure ahead. In the evening, enjoy a tasty welcome dinner.

Meals

1 Dinner

OverNight

Beijing

day 2Tiananmen Square & The Forbidden City

day 3The Great Wall of China

day 4Hutongs of Beijing

day 5Terracotta Warriors

day 6Charming Chengdu

day 7Panda Research Centre

day 8Hangzhou & The Liangzhu Ruins

day 9West Lake & Grand Canal

day 10Explore Hangzhou & Fly to Shanghai

day 11Stunning Shanghai

day 12Goodbye

What's Included

Accommodation

11 nights 3-4 star hotels

Meals

11 Breakfast, 10 lunches and 3 dinners

Transport

Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 12All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles

Others

High speed train tickets from Beijing - Xi’an - Chengdu & Hangzhou - Shanghai (2nd class)Economy class flight from Chengdu to HangzhouGuided sightseeing in Beijing, Great Wall, Xi'an, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Liangzhu & ShanghaiEnglish speaking specialist guides at local sights24 hours emergency hotline (English-speaking)

Entrance

Entrance fees as per itinerary

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