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Beijing - Discover imperial treasures at the Forbidden City, and visit the Temple of Heaven where emperors prayed for good harvests
Great Wall - Experience the Great Wall at Mutianyu near Beijing with a round-trip cable car and toast your visit with a glass of red wine
Hutongs - Ride a rickshaw through Beijing’s atmospheric Hutongs and visit a traditional Siheyuan courtyard home
Xi’an - Explore the Terracotta Army pits and craft your own miniature warrior after meeting the farmer who made the discovery
City Wall - Walk or cycle atop Xi’an’s ancient City Wall and explore the bustling Muslim Quarter with its lively food stalls and Great Mosque
Guilin - Admire colourful stalactites in Reed Flute Cave and view the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill
Li River - Cruise the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo past spectacular karst scenery before visiting a local family’s countryside home
Fengdu - Visit Fengdu Ghost City’s eerie temples and ancient gates reflecting Chinese folklore beliefs on a shore excursion from your Yangtze cruise
Shennv Stream - Glide along Shennv Stream near the Yangtze’s Wu Gorge on a sampan for an intimate experience of this scenic tributary
Three Gorges Dam - Tour the colossal Three Gorges Dam near Yichang, a modern marvel of flood control and hydroelectric engineering
Shanghai - Stroll Yu Garden and the Bund before cruising the Huangpu River for views of Shanghai’s skyline and historic waterfront
Guilin - Admire colourful stalactites in Reed Flute Cave and view the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill
Li River - Cruise the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo past spectacular karst scenery before visiting a local family’s countryside home
Fengdu - Visit Fengdu Ghost City’s eerie temples and ancient gates reflecting Chinese folklore beliefs on a shore excursion from your Yangtze cruise
Shennv Stream - Glide along Shennv Stream near the Yangtze’s Wu Gorge on a sampan for an intimate experience of this scenic tributary
Three Gorges Dam - Tour the colossal Three Gorges Dam near Yichang, a modern marvel of flood control and hydroelectric engineering
Shanghai - Stroll Yu Garden and the Bund before cruising the Huangpu River for views of Shanghai’s skyline and historic waterfront
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What's Included
Accommodation
11 nights in 5 star hotels3 nights on a 5 star cruise ship from Chongqing - YichangTips or gratuities for hotel porters
Meals
13 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 5 dinners
Transport
Transportation in air-conditioned coachesAirport arrival transfer on day 1
Others
Services of local English-speaking guides for all included activities & sightseeing1 domestic flight from Xi'an - Guilin3 high-speed trains from Beijing - Xi'an, Guilin - Chongqing & Yichang - ShanghaiGuided sightseeing in Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin, Yangshuo, Chongqing, Fengdu, Yichang, & ShanghaiThe cruise company's service chargeNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Entrance
Entrance fees to tourist sites
Itinerary
Embark on this 14-day tour of China, discovering imperial landmarks, rich cultural heritage, and striking natural scenery. Begin in Beijing with visits to iconic sites such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall, then continue to Xi’an to see the famed Terracotta Army and explore ancient city walls and bustling markets. Travel to Guilin for a leisurely Li River cruise through spectacular landscapes before heading to Chongqing to board a Yangtze River cruise, sailing through the dramatic Three Gorges with memorable excursions en route. Conclude the journey in Shanghai, a dynamic city blending historic gardens, vibrant markets and a modern skyline.
day 1Arrival in Beijing!
Upon arriving at Beijing Airport, you will be greeted outside customs by your guide. From there, our driver will take you to our hotel. You can spend the rest of the day at your leisure to relax and unwind.
OverNight
Beijing
day 2Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven & Acrobatic Show
day 3Great Wall, Olympic Stadium & Hutong Experience
day 4Summer Palace & Train to Xi’an
day 5Terracotta Army, Pagoda & Tang Dynasty Evening
day 6City Walls, Muslim Quarter & Shaanxi History Museum
day 7Flight to Guilin & Reed Flute Cave Visit
day 8Journey to Yangshuo
day 9Train to Chongqing & Embark Yangtze Cruise
day 10Fengdu Ghost City & Cruise Activities
day 11Three Gorges & Shennv Stream Excursion
day 12Three Gorges Dam & Journey to Shanghai
day 13Shanghai Highlights & Farewell Cruise
day 14Departure from Shanghai
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