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Beijing - Discover imperial China at Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, with a traditional acrobatic show and Peking roast duck welcome dinner
Mutianyu Great Wall - Walk a restored section of the Great Wall with a cable car ride, free time to hike and panoramic views beyond Beijing
Xi'an - Encounter the Terracotta Army, visit a local family linked to its discovery and shape your own clay warrior before exploring historic city landmarks
Chengdu - Observe giant pandas at a renowned conservation base, then experience local life in Renmin Park and the historic Broad and Narrow Alleys
Chongqing - Board a luxury Yangtze River cruise after exploring the city’s dramatic hillside landmarks and riverside night scenery
Yangtze River - Cruise through the Three Gorges, visit Fengdu Ghost City and the Goddess Stream, and enjoy onboard cultural entertainment
Shanghai - Experience modern and traditional contrasts at the Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, the Bund and on a Huangpu River cruise
Yangtze River - Cruise through the Three Gorges, visit Fengdu Ghost City and the Goddess Stream, and enjoy onboard cultural entertainment
Shanghai - Experience modern and traditional contrasts at the Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, the Bund and on a Huangpu River cruise
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What's Included
Accommodation
13 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights overnight cruise
Meals
13 Breakfasts, 8 lunches and 5 dinners
Transport
All relevant transfers and transportation in private, air-conditioned vehiclesAirport arrival transfer on day 1
Others
Services of expert English-speaking local guides for included sightseeing and activities3 high speed train tickets from Beijing to Xian, Xi'an to Chengdu & Chengdu to Chongqing
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Itinerary
Discover China in depth on this 14-day journey from Beijing to Shanghai, blending iconic sights with memorable local experiences. Explore Beijing’s imperial highlights, from the Forbidden City to the Great Wall, before travelling by high-speed train to Xi’an to meet the Terracotta Army and enjoy hands-on cultural activities. Continue to Chengdu for giant pandas and laid-back teahouse life, then head to Chongqing to board a five-star Yangtze River cruise through the dramatic Three Gorges. Finish in vibrant Shanghai, with its historic gardens, riverside skyline and cruising on the Huangpu. This tour offers a relaxed yet comprehensive introduction to China’s history, landscapes and everyday life.
day 1Welcome to Beijing
On arrival at Beijing Capital Airport, our guide will be waiting for you outside customs. We then transfer by private vehicle to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free for you to relax after your journey.
OverNight
Beijing
day 2Imperial Beijing and Cultural Traditions
day 3The Great Wall and Old Beijing
day 4Palaces and High-Speed Rail to Xi’an
day 5Terracotta Warriors and Tang Dynasty Heritage
day 6Living History of Xi’an
day 7High-Speed Journey to Chengdu
day 8Pandas, Poetry and Sichuan Life
day 9Chongqing Cityscape and Yangtze Cruise Embarkation
day 10Legends of the Yangtze River
day 11Sailing Through the Three Gorges
day 12Three Gorges Dam and Journey to Shanghai
day 13Classic and Modern Shanghai
day 14Farewell China
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