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8 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
50 peopleMaximum group size
15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
Shanghai, China
Chengdu, China
Itinerary
Explore China’s dynamic blend of old and new on the "Classical China and Chengdu" tour, an 8-day city sightseeing adventure from Shanghai to Chengdu. Tailored for seniors, this easy-paced group trip includes Xian and offers all the comforts of included accommodations, transport, and meals. The unique highlight is its route, which provides a balanced look at both ancient heritage and modern vibrancy, ensuring an engaging yet relaxed travel experience.
day 1Shanghai
Welcome to China! Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. We arrive in Shanghai, a cosmopolitan city of over 15 million residents, home to China’s largest commercial port and its most international metropolis.
day 2Shanghai
day 3Shanghai, Luoyang
day 4Luoyang, Longmen, Sanmexia, Xian
day 5Xian
day 6Xian, Chengdu
day 7Chengdu
day 8Chengdu
What's Included
Accommodation
Shanghai - Novotel Shanghai Atlantis (4 Star Hotel)Chengdu - Dorsett Chengdu (5 Star Hotel)
Meals
5 Lunch included in: Shanghai, Luoyang, Sanmexia, Chengdu, Chengdu
Transport
Includes arrival transferBoat: Boat trip in Longmen grottoes, Boat trip in Quingcheng Shan MountainEvening transfer: Luoyang Old CityFerry: Huangpu River in ShanghaiFunicular: Quingcheng Shan MountainHigh speed train: Shanghai - Luoyang, Xian-Chengdu
Others
General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.City tour in: Shanghai, XianExcursion: Dujiangyan, Quingcheng Shan Mountain and ancient city of JieziTicket admission: Yuyuan Garden, White Horse Temple in Luoyang, The Longmen Buddhist Grottoes, Baoulon Temple, Guo Museum in Sanmexia, Terracota Army Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, mosque, show of traditional instrument playing in Drum Tower (not always guaranteed) in Xian, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding en Chengdu, Traditional irrigation system in Dujiangyan, Sacred Mountain of Quingcheng Shan
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