Day 1 Arrive Beijing

Arrive in Beijing at any time.
Day 2-4 Beijing

Walk through the legendary Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and over the Great Wall of China. Beijing is a city filled with incredible sights including shopping, food and entertainment sure to please all tastes.
Day 5-6 Xi'an

Discover the Terracotta Warriors, one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures and enjoy some of the best market food in the country. This ancient capital is a fascinating blend of traditional and modern.
Day 7 Chengdu

Located just outside of Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province, is the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. See the giant pandas up close, but in a relatively natural environment.
Day 8 Leshan and Mt Emei

Marvel at the world's biggest stone Buddha before exploring Mt Emei, one of the four sacred Buddhist mountains of China.
Days 9-10 Yangshuo

Surrounded by spectacular limestone karst hills and green rice paddies, Yangshuo is your perfect base for exploring the peaks, rivers, caves, and outlying villages of the Guilin area.

Day 11-13 Shanghai with Suzhou/Zhouzhuang Canal town

Long perceived as one of the world’s most exotic destinations, Shanghai remains a glamorous, vital consumer paradise and an architectural marvel. Get a glimpse of Chinese classical history in Suzhou and explore the network of canals and stone bridges in any of Shanghai's nearby water towns.
Day 14 Depart Shanghai

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Beijing.
Day 2: Beijing city tour to the Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven
Day 3: Drive to outskirt of Beijing; hiking the Simatai Great Wall.
Day 4: Beijing Hutong tour; half day free.
Day 5: Fly to Chengdu; try Sichuan Food
Day 6: Chengdu city tour; visit the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base and observe the giant pandas up close.
Day 7: Fly to Lijiang; excursion to the Ancient Town.
Day 8: Drive to the Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge; hiking and overnight at guesthouse.
Day 9: Continue hiking up to the Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge; overnight at guesthouse.
Day 10: Continue hiking up and get across the Yangtze River; drive back to Lijiang.
Day 11: Lijiang city tour; half day free.
Day 12: Fly to Guilin via Kumming.
Day 13: Drive to Longji; walks on rice terraces. Day 14: Li River cruise to Yangshuo; bike ride in the countryside.
Day 15: Guilin city tour; final Departure.

Itinerary
Day 1 - Guilin - (Dinner Included)
Arrival Transfer (From airport or train station)
Hotel Check-In
Dinner at a local Sichuan restaurant
Tour briefing
Day 2 - Guilin - Xingping - (Lunch)
Cycling adventure along the Li River to Xing Ping
Approximately 5hrs riding through old villages and spectacular scenery
Picnic lunch and afternoon swim
Spend the afternoon back on foot exploring Xing Ping ( featured on the 20￥ note)
Day 3 - Xingping - Yangshuo
A free morning to relax before white water rafting! Finally arriving into Yangshuo in the late afternoon
Option to see the famous Liu San Jie show created by Academy Award winner Zhang Yi Mou
Day 4 - Yangshuo
Free day optional activities include rock climbing, bamboo rafting, Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Cooking School and many more
Our Road Trip Begins…
We begin our road trip through the minority people of Guangxi and Guizhou provinces. This will be a fantastic journey!
Day 5 - Yangshuo - Dazhai
Take a private bus to the Dragon’s Backbone rice terraces arriving in the early evening
This area is home to the colourful women of the Yao and Zhuang minorities
Have dinner and drink some local rice wine
Day 6 - Pingan
Spend the day hiking through the terraces to Ping An with spectacular views down the deep valleys
Enjoy the hospitality of our local guesthouse - Drink some more local rice wine
Day 7 - Pingan - Chengyang
We spend the morning travelling to Chengyang
Transport times can vary depending on conditions
Visit the famous Wind and Rain Bridge and explore this traditional rural village
Day 8 - Chengyang
Spend the day hiking through the surrounding countryside littered with tiny Dong minority villages. A chance to experience local village life
Day 9 - Chengyang - Zhaoxing
Cross the mountains by bus into Guizhou province
We spend the day travelling to the remote village of Zhaoxing
Transport times can vary depending on conditions
Possibly see a Dong cultural show in a local drum tower
Day 10 - Zhaoxing
This Dong minority village only receives a small number of foreign visitors a year
It is known for its many wooden drum towers where you can see locals still living and relaxing in the shade
Optional picturesque day hike
Day 11 - Zhaoxing - Guiyang
Travel to Guiyang, the journey will be long however very scenic
Guiyang is the capital city of Guizhou province and is a transit point for us
Day 12 - Guiyang - Zhongdian (Shangarila)
Depart early to catch a morning flight to Zhongdian via Kunming
Wander the ‘Old Town’ area with its Tibetan architecture, appreciate the scenic beauty and clear mountain air up here on the plateau of Shangri-la
Day 13 - Zhongdian
Free day
Visit Songzanlin, the largest Tibetan Monastery in Yunnan, see monks praying and pilgrims circling the temples
Relax in the Tiansheng hot springs
Days 14 - Zhongdian
Free day
Relax in the Tiansheng hot springs
Days 15, 16 and 17 - Tiger Leaping Gorge
Hike to a Naxi minority village and spend the night with spectacular mountain views from our family run guesthouse
Trek through the gorge arriving for a night in Walnut Garden
Explore Walnut Garden and some of the gorge's deepest areas
Day 18 - Tiger Leaping Gorge - Dali
Catch an early private bus to Dali and enjoy the return to civilization in this sleepy backpacker friendly town
Dali is situated on the shores of Lake Er Hai, and is home to the Bai minority
Afternoon Cormorant fishing experience
Day 19 - Dali - Kunming
Spend the day relaxing in Dali
Option to walk the stunning Cang Shan Mountain hiking course with views of lake Er Hai
Catch an overnight train to Kunming
Day 20 - Kunming
We will arrive to the city of ‘Eternal Spring’ in the morning and transfer to the hotel
Free day, watch the locals play mahjong in Government Square or explore the vibrant market areas
In the evening we will have our farewell dinner
Day 21 - Kunming
Tour Ends

Tour Features
Mr. James Hilton portrayed a classic tale of Shangri-La - the Lost Horizon, if you have already read it and wanted to believe it, you should take this trip to see how people there live stress- free and in moderation. Then you could answer the question "is moderation in a happy, stress- free situation better than a world where we feel great passions but also endure periods of unhappiness?" We arranged this itinerary for people who would like to experience some totally different lifestyles which may provoke deep thought.


Day by Day Itinerary
Departure: Based on the cruise sailing date, Please click.



Tibetan women dancing

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explor the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 04: Beijing
Only the hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 05: Beijing - Xian
The morning is free. In the afternoon, visit the Summer Palace and the Lama Temple. See off at Beijing Railway Station to take an overnight soft sleeper train to Xian. (B+D)

Accommodation: an overnight soft sleeper train



A Tibetan woman praying

Day 06: Xian
Pick you up at the railway station. After having breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Provincial History Museum. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 07: Xian
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the City Wall, the Great Mosque and have some free time to explore the Bazaar near the Mosque by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 08: Xian - Lhasa - Tsetang
You are suggested to take a shuttle bus to the airport and the stop is very near to your hotel. Board the flight to Lhasa by yourselves. Our guide will pick you up at the Lhasa airport and transfer to the hotel in Tsetang. (B)

Accommodation: Yulong Holiday Hotel


Day 09: Tsetang - Lhasa
Ferry the Yarlong Tsangpo River and visit the Samye Monastery. Transfer to Lhasa and check in at the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: ShangBaLa Hotel


Day 10: Lhasa
Visit the magnificent Potala Palace. After a western-style lunch, visit the Sera Monastery and the Norbulingka Park. (B+L)

Accommodation: ShangBaLa Hotel


Day 11: Lhasa
Visit the Jokhang Temple and the thriving bazaar of the Barkhor Street. After having a western-style lunch, go ahead to visit the Tibetan Traditional Medicine Hospital, the Tibet Museum and the Carpet Factory. (B+L)

Accommodation: ShangBaLa Hotel



Prayer wheels at the Jokhang Temple, Lhasa

Day 12: Lhasa - Shangri-La
Visit a Tibetan family on the way to the airport. Take a flight to Shangri-La and transfer to the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Guanguang Hotel


Day 13: Shangri-La
Visit the Bita Lake and the Shudu Lake. On the way back, visit the Songzanlin Monastery. (B+L)

Accommodation: Guanguang Hotel


Day 14: Shangri-La - Lijiang
On the way to Lijiang, visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge, the First Bend of the Yangtze River and the Stone Drum Town. Transfer to the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Sanhe Hotel


Day 15: Lijiang
Visit the Baisha Village and a local Naxi family, the Baisha Murals, the Rock Joseph's Former Residence in Yuhu Village. You will have some free time to explore the old Town by yourselves in the afternoon. (B+L)

Accommodation: Sanhe Hotel


Day 16: Lijiang
The day is free for you to explore the city. (B)

Accommodation: Sanhe Hotel


Day 17: Lijiang - Kunming
Take a flight to Kunming and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Stone Forest and the Flowers and Birds Market. (B+L)

Accommodation: King World International Hotel



Lijiang Old Town

Day 18: Kunming - Chongqing
Take a flight to Chongqing. Visit the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and and the Residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell. Your memorable Yangtze River tour begins at 22:00 as you board the luxurious the ship. (B+L)

Accommodation: President Cruises


Day 19: Fengdu
At about 08:30, visit the Ghost City of Fengdu. The Captain's Welcome Party will be held this evening. (B+L+D)


Day 20: Badong (Shennong Stream) - Xiling Gorge - Sandouping
Visit Badong and take a small junk to enjoy the marvelous spectacles of the nature in the Shennong Stream. Continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. (B+L+D)


Day 21: Yichang - Shanghai
Disembark for an excursion to the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. After lunch, pack your luggage and complete check-out procedures. Drive to Yichang, visit the Yichang Museum if time permits. Take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 22: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden and the Bund on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 23: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. The full day's activities are arranged by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 24: Departure from Shanghai
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)


More Tibet ToursB-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner


Important note:

In Shanghai we only book the comfortable hotel for you. Our listed itinerary is just for your reference, which is not included in our package tour price. Shanghai is an international metropolis with modern transportations to be easily accessed, and English is widely used, so it is quite convenient to find the way to your destinations, there's no need to have a guide and private car according to our experiences. Thus, to save the cost for you, we, TravelChinaGuide, would like to leave this part on your own. Particularly, we have made a sketch map for the suggested itinerary. Hope it helps. Alternatively, if you want to avoid being a little bit adventurous and enjoy your stay in Shanghai in a sit-back manner, we are also glad to make arrangements for you. Your tour specialists will quote you the price for this part upon your requirements.

Differences can be only made by comparison. Our Making a Difference page for all private tours will let you know extra benefits we offer over and above those on tours available from other operators. We welcome suggestions and comparison as to ways in which we can further improve our tours. Thank you for considering Travel China Guide and we warmly invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes and train tickets;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches as specified;
Standard cruise cabin with full board;
Cruise shore excursions;
Professional individual guide & driver for the land tour;
Private air-conditioned car or van for land transportation;
Entrance fees to all tourist sites;
Tibet Travel Permit application fee;
Two bottles of mineral water per day;
Government taxes.

Tour Features
This 22-Day private tour covers the Great Wall and the Terra Cotta Army Wonders in Beijing and Xian respectively, the "City of Springs" - Jinan and its surrounding areas, the cities of garden-Guilin and Longsheng, the famous tourist city with charming natural sceneries and ethnic flavor of Yao, Miao, Dong and Zhuang people. Furthermore, we suggest the extra possibilities and where else to look and enjoy in Shanghai and Hongkong - the paradise of adventurers!


Day by Day Itinerary
Departure: Daily


Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Forbidden City, Beijing


Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 04: Beijing
We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 05: Beijing - Xian
Visitors at the Great Mosque, Xian


Visit the Summer Palace, the Lama Temple and the lovely pandas in Beijing Zoo. See off at Beijing railway station to take an overnight soft sleeper train to Xian. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: an overnight soft sleeper train


Day 06: Xian
Pick you up at the railway station. After having breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Provincial History Museum. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 07: Xian
The day is arranged by yourselves, you are suggested to visit the City Wall, the Great Mosque and have some free time to explore the Bazaar near the Mosque by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 08: Xian - Jinan
Memorial tablets of Confucius's disciples


You are suggested to take a shuttle bus to the airport and the bus stop is very near to your hotel. Board the flight to Jinan by yourselves. Our guide will pick you up at Jinan airport and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Baotu Spring and the Black Tiger Spring. (B)

Accommodation: Shungeng Hillview Hotel


Day 09: Jinan - Qufu
Drive to Qufu and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Confucius Mansion, the Confucius Temple and the Confucius Forest. (B+L)

Accommodation: Queli Hotel


Day 10: Qufu - Taian - Jinan
Drive to Taian. Visit the Mt. Tai by cable car and the Daimao Temple. Transfer back to Jinan and check in at the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Shungeng Hillview Hotel


Day 11: Jinan - Shanghai
Take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. You are suggested to visit the Bund and the Nanjing Road on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 12: Shanghai
Street scene, Shanghai


The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Shanghai Museum and the Yuyuan Garden on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 13: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. The full day's activities are arranged by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 14: Shanghai - Suzhou
We will book the train tickets from Shanghai to Suzhou for you from your hotel. Please pick up the tickets at the front desk and pay on the spot. Take an soft seat train to Suzhou by youselves. Our guide will meet you at Suzhou railway station and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Humble Administrator's Garden, the Garden of the Master of the Nets and the Tiger Hill. (B+L)

Accommodation: Gentleman Hotel


Day 15: Suzhou - Shanghai - Guilin
Transfer you to Shanghai airport. Take a flight to Guilin. Our guide will pick you up at Guilin airport and transfer to the hotel. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


Day 16: Guilin - Longsheng - Guilin
Li River scenery, Guilin


Drive to Longsheng. Visit the Longji Terraced Fields, the Village of Zhuang Nationality and the Suspension Bridge. Transfer back to Guilin. (B+L)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


Day 17: Guilin - Yangshuo
Transfer you to the pier to board the cruise ship. Then the activities along the Li River and in Yangshuo will be handled by yourselves. Enduring memories are created today as you cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Upon arrival in Yangshuo, you may have a short bicycle trip to the countryside. Alternatively, you can take an electric car instead of taking bicycles. (Tips: Since the lunch on the Li River cruise can not meet your expectation, TCG suggests that you have enough breakfast at the hotel today). (B+L)

Accommodation: New Century Hotel


Day 18: Yangshuo
We intend to leave the day free. You can find a tiny and enigmatic world with the breathtaking scene and have a pot of tea in a sidewalk cafe feeling totally relaxed. You can rent a bicycle to visit the Moon Hill and the Big Banian Tree. (For the suggested Yangshuo cycling tour, please click.) (B)

Accommodation: New Century Hotel


Day 19: Yangshuo - Guilin - Guangzhou
Go back to Guilin by yourselves. The shuttle bus ticket from Yangshuo to Guilin can be purchased easily at the front desk. You are suggested to visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Elephant Trunk Hill and the Fubo Hill. Take a taxi to the airport by yourselves to board the flight to Guangzhou. Our guide will pick you up at Guangzhou airport and transfer to the hotel. (B)

Accommodation: Furama Hotel


Day 20: Guangzhou - Hongkong
Victoria Bay, Hongkong


Visit Dr. Sun Yatsen's Memorial Hall, the Five-Ram Statue, Chen Family Temple, the Qingping Market and the Shamian Island. Take an express train to Hongkong. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: YMCA International House


Day 21: Hongkong
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to have a half-day Hongkong Island Tour. Peak tram ride to mid-level of Central District then to the Victoria Peak, visit the Repulse Bay, Aberdeen and Stanley Market on your own. (B)

Accommodation: YMCA International House


Day 22: Departure from Hongkong
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)


More Memorable HighlightsB-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner


Important note:

In both Shanghai and Hong Kong we only book the comfortable hotels for you. Our listed itinerary for these two parts is just for your reference, which is not included in our package tour price. These two places are both international metropolis with modern transportations to be easily accessed, and also English is widely used, so it is quite convenient to find the way to your destinations, there's no need to have a guide and private car according to our experiences. Thus, to save the cost for you, we, TravelChinaGuide, would like to leave these two cities' visit on your own. Particularly, we have made a sketch map for the suggested itinerary in Shanghai, and in Hong Kong, we also made a transportation map, where you could obtain some useful information on how to get to your hotel from the airport. Hope you will enjoy your days there.

Alternatively, if you want to avoid being a little bit adventurous and enjoy your stay in Shanghai or Hong Kong in a sit-back manner, we are also glad to make arrangements for you. Your tour specialists will quote you the price for this part upon your requirements.


Differences can be only made by comparison. Our Making a Difference page for all private tours will let you know extra benefits we offer over and above those on tours available from other operators. We welcome suggestions and comparison as to ways in which we can further improve our tours. Thank you for considering Travel China Guide and we warmly invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes and train tickets;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches as specified;
Professional individual guide & driver;
Private air-conditioned car or van;
Entrance fees to the tourist sites;
Two bottles of mineral water per day;
Government taxes.

Tour Features
Experience the amazing cultures of the minorities, Manchu Nationality - who established the Regime in Northeast and then moved to Beijing as the Qing Dynasty in history; Tibetans in Lhasa, Muslim in Xian; Tujia Nationality living in certain sections along the Yangtze River and Zhuang Minority whose population is just only to Han people and, people from all around the world in Shanghai...


Day by Day Itinerary
Departure: Based on the cruise sailing date, Please click.



Tibetans praying at the Jokhang Temple, Lhasa

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Ming Tomb and the Summer Palace. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 04: Beijing
Only hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel



Our clients at the Great Mosque, Xian

Day 05: Beijing - Lhasa
Take a morning flight to Lhasa where the altitude is 3,650 meters above sea level. Transfer to the hotel and acclimatize yourself to the high altitude in the afternoon. (B)

Accommodation: ShangBaLa Hotel



Day 06: Lhasa
Visit the magnificent Potala Palace. After a western-style lunch, visit the Sera Monastery, the Norbulingka Park and a Tibetan family. (B+L)

Accommodation: ShangBaLa Hotel


Day 07: Lhasa
Visit the Jokhang Temple and the thriving bazaar of the Barkhor Street. After having a western-style lunch, go ahead to visit the Tibet Museum, the Tibetan Traditional Medicine Hospital and the Carpet Factory. (B+L)

Accommodation: ShangBaLa Hotel


Day 08: Lhasa - Xian
Take a flight to Xian and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 09: Xian
Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and the Provincial History Museum. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Bicycle tour in rural Yangshuo

Day 10: Xian
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the City Wall, the Great Mosque and have some free time to explore the Bazaar near the Mosque by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: City Hotel



Day 11: Xian - Guilin
You are suggested to take a shuttle bus to the airport and the stop is very near to your hotel. Board the flight to Guilin by yourselves. Our guide will pick you up at Guilin airport and transfer to the hotel. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


Day 12: Guilin - Yangshuo
Transfer you to the pier to board the cruise ship. Then the activities along the Li River and in Yangshuo will be handled by yourselves. Enduring memories are created today as you cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Upon arrival in Yangshuo, you may have a short bicycle trip to the countryside. Alternatively, you can take an electric car instead of taking bicycles. (Tips: Since the lunch on the Li River cruise can not meet your expectation, TCG suggests that you have enough breakfast at the hotel today). (B+L)

Accommodation: New Century Hotel


Day 13: Yangshuo - Guilin
Morning is free. Return to Guilin by yourselves. The shuttle bus ticket from Yangshuo to Guilin can be purchased easily at the front desk. Upon arrvial, please check in at the hotel by yourselves. You are suggested to visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


Shennong Stream cruising, Yangtze River

Day 14: Guilin - Chongqing
This morning, take a taxi to the airport by yourselves to board a flight to Chongqing. Our guide will pick you up at Chongqing airport. Visit the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo, the Residence of General Joseph W.Stilwell and Ci Qi Kou. Your memorable Yangtze River tour begins at 22:00 as you board the luxurious cruise ship. (B+L)

Accommodation: President Cruises


Day 15: Fengdu
At about 08:30, visit the Ghost City of Fengdu. The Captain's Welcome Party will be held this evening. (B+L+D)


Day 16: Badong (Shennong Stream) - Xiling Gorge - Sandouping
Visit Badong and take a small junk to enjoy the marvelous spectacles of the nature in the Shennong Stream. Continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. (B+L+D)


Day 17: Yichang - Shanghai
Disembark for an excursion to the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. After lunch, pack your luggage and complete check-out procedures. Drive to Yichang, visit the Yichang Museum if time permits. Take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel




Maglev in Shanghai

Day 18: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden and the Bund on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 19: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. The full day's activities are arranged by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 20: Departure from Shanghai
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)


B-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner


Important note:

In Shanghai we only book the comfortable hotel for you. Our listed itinerary is just for your reference, which is not included in our package tour price. Shanghai is an international metropolis with modern transportations to be easily accessed, and English is widely used, so it is quite convenient to find the way to your destinations, there's no need to have a guide and private car according to our experiences. Thus, to save the cost for you, we, TravelChinaGuide, would like to leave this part on your own. Particularly, we have made a sketch map for the suggested itinerary. Hope it helps. Alternatively, if you want to avoid being a little bit adventurous and enjoy your stay in Shanghai in a sit-back manner, we are also glad to make arrangements for you. Your tour specialists will quote you the price for this part upon your requirements.

Differences can be only made by comparison. Our Making a Difference page for all private tours will let you know extra benefits we offer over and above those on tours available from other operators. We welcome suggestions and comparison as to ways in which we can further improve our tours. Thank you for considering Travel China Guide and we warmly invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches for the land tour as specified;
Standard cruise cabin with full board;
Cruise shore excursions;
Entrance fees to the tourist sites;
Professional individual guide & driver for the land tour;
Private air-conditioned car or van for land transportation;
Tibet Travel Permit application fee;
Two bottles of mineral water per day;
Government taxes.

Day by Day Itinerary
Departure: Sunday



Miao minority people and life
Day One: Entry Beijing
TCG guide will hold a welcome sign to meet you at the Beijing Capital Airport according to your international (internal) flight schedule. Transfer to the 4-star hotel for 3 nights stay and relax for the rest of the day.

Meals: None
Hotel: Holiday Inn Central Plaza (4 star) - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day Two: Beijing
Stroll along the famous Tiananmen Square - the largest square in the world, and reach the Imperial Palace. This afternoon, transfer to visit the Temple of Heaven.

Specials: Peking Roast Duck Banquet & Peking Opera Performance
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner




Day Three: Beijing
Morning excursion transfers you to climb the China Great Wall - Badaling section. A spicy Sichuan cuisine lunch is served at a notable restaurant to recruit your physical energy. This afternoon, stroll across the Sacred Path to reach the Ming Tomb.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch




Day Four: Beijing - Xian
Bid farewell to the city after having a stay at the Summer Palace. Fly to Xian to appreciate China’s long history. TCG guide will wait for you at the airport ahead of the flight schedule and transfer you to the 4-star hotel for 2 nights stay. Take a visit to the City Wall afterwards and have a bird’s view of this city.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Grand New World Hotel (4 star)


Day Five: Xian
Highlight morning excursion transfers you to visit the amazing Terracotta Soldiers Museum. This afternoon, visit the Great Mosque and the landmark of this city - Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Specials: A la carte lunch, Dumpling Banquet and Tang Dynasty Music and Dances Show
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner



Lijiang Old Town
Day Six: Xian - Kunming
Proceed to the next stop after visiting the Shaanxi History Museum, fly to Kunming, nicknamed City of Spring. TCG guide will wait for you at the airport ahead of the flight schedule and transfer you to the 4-star hotel for 1 night stay and relax for the rest of the day.

Specials: A la carte lunch
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Wei Long Hotel (4 star)




Day Seven: Kunming - Lijiang
This morning, fly to Lijiang, the world-known exceedingly fascinating and charming ancient town. The full-day excursion today will bring you to the Baisha Village and a local Naxi family, the Baisha Murals, the Rock Joseph's Former Residence in Yuhu Village and the Square Street of the Lijiang Old Town.

Specials: Naxi Ancient Music and Dance Performance at Dongba Palace
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Grand Hotel (3 star)




Day Eight: Lijiang
Today is left free for your own arrangement. Lijiang is a nice place to relax by taking a walk on the bluestone lane. You may search for the best value souvenir or have a try the local flavored snacks.

Meals: Breakfast




Day Nine: Lijiang - Kunming - Lunan
This morning, fly back to Kunming. Transfer you to Lunan to visit the Stone Forest, a natural wonder known as "World Karst Landscape Museum". Stay overnight at the 3-star hotel in Lunan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Stone Forest Hotel (3 star)



Stone Forest, Kunming

Day Ten: Lunan - Shizong - Xingyi
Take car to Xingying via Shizong. Xingyi is the southwest gate of entering Guizhou Province. On the way you will have a chance to visit the Local Tobacco Farm and a Local Country Market if time is proper. Upon arrival in Xingyi, visit the Local Folk Museum of the Wedding Rituals. Stay for 2 nights at the local 3-star hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Panjiang Hotel (3 star)


Day Eleven: Xingyi
After breakfast, you will have a full day trip to the Forest of Thousands of Mountain Peaks, the Maling Gorge and the Heaven-star Gallery which takes 2 hours' hiking.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner




Day Twelve: Xingyi - Huangguoshu Waterfall
Transfer to Huangguoshu. Drop a visit to Zuoqi Black Miao Village to discover women's traditional costume with big earring, black turban and black cotton jacket and continue to a Buyi People Village to see their traditional way of spinning and weaving. Have an overnight at the 3-star hotel in Huangguoshu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Huangguoshu Hotel (3 star)




Day Thirteen: Huangguoshu Waterfall - Guiyang
This morning, explore the largest waterfall of Asia - Huangguoshu Waterfall and transfer back to Guiyang, visit the Qingyan Old Town which retains the buildings of the Ming and Qing dynasties and the Jiaxiu Pavilion, one of the symbols of Guiyang.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Ramada Plaza (4 star)





Miao minority people's dance performance

Day Fourteen: Guiyang - Kaili
Your in-depth beckoning tour for minority people begins by driving to Kaili. After lunch, see the traditional way of paper-making and a Long-skirt Miao Village. You will learn about the Miao people's daily life by visiting local families. You can also offer a chance to appreciate the Miao people's typical architecture - Wooden Stilt House. Stay overnight at the local 4-star hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Grand Dragon Hotel (4 star)


Day Fifteen: Kaili - Rongjiang
Continue the Miao village exploration today. This morning, visit another Long-skirt Miao Village, then drive to a village nearby to see the Pottery-making. After lunch, one more Miao Village awaits you and explore a Shui People's Village located in a deep valley. Reach Rongjiang in the late afternoon and stay overnight at the local best hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: the local best hotel


Day Sixteen: Rongjiang - Congjiang - Zhaoxing
Take car to visit Yintan Dong Village and be invited to a local family. Then explore Basha Miao Village noted for men's hair dresses. Afternoon drive to Zhaoxing, visit the largest Dong People's Village in China. Stay overnight at the local best hotel in Zhaoxing.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: the local best hotel


Day Seventeen: Zhaoxing - Sanjiang - Longsheng
Morning explore Tang'an Dong Village renowned as the first ecological museum of Dong People. Drive to Sanjiang to see the most famous Chenyang Wind and Rain Bridge and explore the Dong villages nearby. Reach Longsheng in the late afternoon and stay overnight at a local best hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: the local best hotel



Chinese minority people and life

Day Eighteen: Longsheng - Guilin
Visit the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces. Take a chance to have a close visit to the Villages of Yao Minority People and see the Suspension Bridge in small size. Transfer to Guilin and stay the local 4-star hotel for 2 nights.

Specials: Ethnic Songs and Dances at Lijiang Theatre
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel (4 star)- former Holiday Inn Hotel


Day Nineteen: Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin
Highlight cruise excursion along the Li River will take you to Yangshuo. Upon arrival, stroll along the west street, have a short cycling trip around the village (electric car instead) and pay a visit to a villager's home. Drive back to Guilin.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tips: The cruise lunch may not be as good as your expectation, please be sure you are well fed this morning at the hotel.


Day Twenty: Guilin - Shanghai
A whole day highlight excursion transfers you to visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill. Fly to prosperous Shanghai to feel the fashion atmosphere. TCG guide will wait for you at the airport ahead of the flight schedule and transfer you to the 4-star hotel for 2 nights stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: River Bund Hotel (4 star)


Day Twenty-one: Shanghai
A whole day excursion covers the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden, the famous Bund area along the Huangpu River and a local family visit.

Specials: Portman Acrobatic Show and a farewell dinner at Wangbaohe restaurant
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day Twenty-two: Shanghai Exit
Private transfer takes you to the airport and your pleasant China tour ends here.

Meals: Breakfast

Quotation Includes

Domestic airfares with taxes;
Hotel accommodation with breakfasts;
Lunches and dinners as itinerary specifies;
Private guides and drivers;
Air-conditioned vehicles;
Tourist sites permission fees;
2 bottles of mineral water each day;
Government taxes.

Day by Day Itinerary
Departure: Based on the cruise sailing date, Please click.



Local people and life, Xinjiang

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 04: Beijing
Only the hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 05: Beijing - Urumqi
Visit the Summer Palace. Take a flight to Urumqi and transfer to the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel





Monument of Western Jin Dynasty Brick Tomb, Jiayuguan

Day 06: Urumqi - Kashgar
You will take a morning flight to Kashgar - "the pearl on the Ancient Silk Road". Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. Visit the famous Sunday Market.(B+L)

Accommodation: Qinibagh Hotel




Day 07: Kashgar - Urumqi - Turpan
Visit the Id Kah Mosque, the Old Street and the Abakh Khoja Tomb. Take a flight to Urumqi and be transferred to Turpan. Check in at the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Oasis Hotel


Day 08: Turpan
Visit the Jiaohe Ruins, the Karez Well and the Sugong Pagoda. (B+L)

Accommodation: Oasis Hotel


Day 09: Turpan - Dunhuang
Visit the Gaochang Ruins, the Baizikeli Thousand Buddha Cave and the Flaming Hill. Take an overnight soft sleeper train to Dunhuang. (B+L)

Accommodation: an overnight soft sleeper train


Day 10: Dunhuang
Pick you up at the railway station and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Mogao Grottoes and the Dunhuang Museum. Breakfast is on your side. (L)

Accommodation: South or North Wing of Dunhuang Hotel



A water vessel in the Neolithic Age

Day 11: Dunhuang - Xian
You will experience a short camel-riding along the Echoing-Sand Dune to reach the Crescent Lake. Take a flight to Xian and transfer to the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 12: Xian
Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Provincial History Museum. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 13: Xian - Chongqing
You are suggested to visit the City Wall and the Great Mosque in the morning. Then you are advised to take a shuttle bus to the airport and the bus stop is very near to your hotel. Board the flight to Chongqing by yourselves. Our guide will pick you up at Chongqing airport. Your memorable Yangtze River tour begins at 22:00 as you board the luxurious cruise ship. (B)

Accommodation: President Cruises


Day 14: Fengdu
At about 08:30, visit the Ghost City of Fengdu. The Captain's Welcome Party will be held this evening. (B+L+D)


Day 15: Badong (Shennong Stream) - Xiling Gorge - Sandouping
Visit Badong and take a small junk to enjoy the marvelous spectacles of the nature in the Shennong Stream. Continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. (B+L+D)




Day 16: Yichang - Shanghai
Disembark for an excursion to the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. After lunch, pack your luggage and complete check-out procedures. Drive to Yichang, visit the Yichang Museum if time permits. Take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel





Attractive Yangtze Shennong Stream cruising

Day 17: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden and the Bund on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 18: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. The full day's activities are arranged by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel




Day 19: Departure from Shanghai
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)


B-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner


Important note:

In Shanghai we only book the comfortable hotel for you. Our listed itinerary is just for your reference, which is not included in our package tour price. Shanghai is an international metropolis with modern transportations to be easily accessed, and English is widely used, so it is quite convenient to find the way to your destinations, there's no need to have a guide and private car according to our experiences. Thus, to save the cost for you, we, TravelChinaGuide, would like to leave this part on your own. Particularly, we have made a sketch map for the suggested itinerary. Hope it helps. Alternatively, if you want to avoid being a little bit adventurous and enjoy your stay in Shanghai in a sit-back manner, we are also glad to make arrangements for you. Your tour specialists will quote you the price for this part upon your requirements.

Differences can be only made by comparison. Our Making a Difference page for all private tours will let you know extra benefits we offer over and above those on tours available from other operators. We welcome suggestions and comparison as to ways in which we can further improve our tours. Thank you for considering Travel China Guide and we warmly invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes and train tickets;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches as specified;
Standard cruise cabin with full board;
Cruise shore excursions;
Professional individual guide & driver for the land tour;
Private air-conditioned car or van for land transportation;
Entrance fees to the tourist sites;
Two bottles of mineral water per day;
Government taxes.

Tour Features
You will visit the Great Wall in Beijing which served as a symbol of power and cohesive force of the country; the picturesque city of Guilin and the exotic atmosphere in its outskirt town - Yangshuo. The tour will end in the bustling metropolis of Hongkong, there you can easily catch a homeward flight.


Day by Day Itinerary
Departure: Based on the cruise sailing date, Please click.



Temple of Heaven, Beijing

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Figures of the terracotta warriors, Xian

Day 04: Beijing
Only hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 05: Beijing - Xian
Visit the Summer Palace, the Lama Temple and the lovely pandas in Beijing Zoo. See off at Beijing Railway Station to take an overnight soft sleeper train to Xian. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: an overnight soft sleeper train



Day 06: Xian
Pick you up at the railway station. After having breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Provincial History Museum. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel



Day 07: Xian
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the City Wall, the Great Mosque and have some free time to explore the Bazaar near the Mosque by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Wu Gorge, Yangtze River

Day 08: Xian - Chongqing
You are suggested to take a shuttle bus to the airport and the stop is very near to your hotel. Board the flight to Chongqing by yourselves. Our guide will pick you up at Chongqing airport and transfer to the pier. Your memorable Yangtze River tour begins at 22:00 as you board the luxurious cruise ship. (B)

Accommodation: President Cruises


Day 09: Fengdu
At about 08:30, visit the Ghost City of Fengdu. The Captain's Welcome Party will be held this evening. (B+L+D)


Day 10: Badong (Shennong Stream) - Xiling Gorge - Sandouping
Visit Badong and take a small junk to enjoy the marvelous spectacles of the nature in the Shennong Stream. Continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. (B+L+D)


Day 11: Yichang - Shanghai
Disembark for an excursion to the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. After lunch, pack your luggage and complete check-out procedures. Drive to Yichang, visit the Yichang Museum if time permits. Take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Li River, Guilin

Day 12: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden and the Bund on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 13: Shanghai - Guilin
Morning is free. You will get to the airport to board the flight to Guilin by yourselves. Our guide will pick you up at Guilin airport and transfer to the hotel. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


Day 14: Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin
Transfer you to the pier to board the cruise ship. Then the activities along the Li River and in Yangshuo will be handled by yourselves. Enduring memories are created today as you cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Upon arrival in Yangshuo, you may have a short bicycle trip to the countryside. Alternatively, you can take an electric car instead of taking bicycles. Go back to Guilin by yourself. The shuttle bus ticket from Yangshuo to Guilin can be purchased easily at the bus stop. (Tips: Since the lunch on the Li River cruise can not meet your expectation, TCG suggests that you have enough breakfast at the hotel today.) (B+L)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


A water town near Shanghai

Day 15: Guilin - Hongkong
The day is free. You are suggested to visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill by yourselves. Take a taxi to the airport by yourselves to board the flight to Hongkong. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: YMCA International House


Day 16: Hongkong
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to have a half-day Hongkong Island tour by taking peak tram to mid-level of Central District then to Victoria Peak. Later visit Repulse Bay, Aberdeen and Stanley Market on your own. (B)

Accommodation: YMCA International House


Day 17: Departure from Hongkong
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)

B-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner


Important note:

In both Shanghai and Hong Kong we only book the comfortable hotels for you. Our listed itinerary for these two parts is just for your reference, which is not included in our package tour price. These two places are both international metropolis with modern transportations to be easily accessed, and also English is widely used, so it is quite convenient to find the way to your destinations, there's no need to have a guide and private car according to our experiences. Thus, to save the cost for you, we, TravelChinaGuide, would like to leave these two cities' visit on your own. Particularly, we have made a sketch map for the suggested itinerary in Shanghai, and in Hong Kong, we also made a transportation map, where you could obtain some useful information on how to get to your hotel from the airport. Hope you will enjoy your days there.

Alternatively, if you want to avoid being a little bit adventurous and enjoy your stay in Shanghai or Hong Kong in a sit-back manner, we are also glad to make arrangements for you. Your tour specialists will quote you the price for this part upon your requirements.


Differences can be only made by comparison. Our Making a Difference page for all private tours will let you know extra benefits we offer over and above those on tours available from other operators. We welcome suggestions and comparison as to ways in which we can further improve our tours. Thank you for considering Travel China Guide and we warmly invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes and train tickets;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches for the land tour as specified;
Standard cruise cabin with full board;
Cruise shore excursions;
Entrance fees to the tourist sites;
Professional individual guide & driver for the land tour;
Private air-conditioned car or van for land transportation;
Two bottles of mineral water per day;
Government taxes.

Day by Day Itinerary

Karez Well irrigation system, Turpan

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.(B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel




Day 04: Beijing
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel





Murals of Mogao Grottoes, Dunhuang

Day 05: Beijing - Urumqi
Visit the Summer Palace. Take a flight to Urumqi and transfer to the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 06: Urumqi - Turpan
Drive to Turpan and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Jiaohe Ruins, the Karez Well and the Sugong Pagoda. (B+L)

Accommodation: Oasis Hotel


Day 07: Turpan - Dunhuang
Visit the Gaochang Ruins, the Baizikeli Thousand Buddha Cave and the Flaming Hill. Take an overnight soft sleeper train to Dunhuang. (B+L)

Accommodation: an overnight soft sleeper train


Day 08: Dunhuang
Pick you up at the railway station and transfer you to the hotel. You will experience a short camel-riding along the Echoing-Sand Dune to reach the Crescent Lake. Breakfast is on your side. (L)

Accommodation: South or North Wing of Dunhuang Hotel



Binglingsi Grottoes, Lanzhou
Day 09: Dunhuang - Lanzhou
Visit the Mogao Grottoes. Take a flight to Lanzhou and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Waterwheel Garden. (B+L)

Accommodation: Jincheng Hotel


Day 10: Lanzhou
Visit the Binglingsi Grottoes. (B+L)

Accommodation: Jincheng Hotel


Day 11: Lanzhou - Xiahe
Transfer to Xiahe and check in at the hotel. Visit the Sangke Grassland and have a visit to a Tibetan family. (B+L)

Accommodation: Labuleng Hotel



Prayer wheels in the Labrang Monastery, Xiahe

Day 12: Xiahe - Lanzhou
Visit the Labrang Monastery and have a watch of the morning devotion there. Drive back to Lanzhou and stay at the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Jincheng Hotel


Day 13: Lanzhou - Xian
Take a flight to Xian. Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Check in at the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel


Day 14: Xian
Visit the Provincial History Museum. Afternoon is free. (B+L)

Accommodation: City Hotel



Making Chinese noodle

Day 15: Xian - Shanghai
You are suggested to visit the City Wall, the Great Mosque and have some free time to explore the Bazaar near the Mosque by yourselves. Then you are advised to take a shuttle bus to the airport and the bus stop is very near to your hotel. Board the flight to Shanghai by yourselves. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel




Day 16: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Yuyuan Garden and the Bund on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 17: Departure from Shanghai
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)


More Silk Road ToursB-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner


Important note:

In Shanghai we only book the comfortable hotel for you. Our listed itinerary is just for your reference, which is not included in our package tour price. Shanghai is an international metropolis with modern transportations to be easily accessed, and English is widely used, so it is quite convenient to find the way to your destinations, there's no need to have a guide and private car according to our experiences. Thus, to save the cost for you, we, TravelChinaGuide, would like to leave this part on your own. Particularly, we have made a sketch map for the suggested itinerary. Hope it helps. Alternatively, if you want to avoid being a little bit adventurous and enjoy your stay in Shanghai in a sit-back manner, we are also glad to make arrangements for you. Your tour specialists will quote you the price for this part upon your requirements.

Differences can be only made by comparison. Our Making a Difference page for all private tours will let you know extra benefits we offer over and above those on tours available from other operators. We welcome suggestions and comparison as to ways in which we can further improve our tours. Thank you for considering Travel China Guide and we warmly invite you to join us for a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes and train tickets;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches as specified;
Professional individual guide & driver;
Private air-conditioned car or van;
Entrance fees to the tourist sites;
Two bottles of mineral water per day during the guided tour;
Government taxes.

Day by Day Itinerary


Temple of Heaven, Beijing

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
As the flight touches down in Beijing, your expected China tour starts with a warm welcome by TCG guide at the airport. Transfer to the hotel and have a good rest in the rest day. A full day scheduled sightseeing awaits you tomorrow.

Accommodation: Deluxe Holiday Inn Central Plaza Hotel - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing




Day 02: Beijing
After breakfast, meet your group members at the orientation briefing held in the hotel. Commence the visit to the world famous Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City in the morning and the Temple of Heaven, in the afternoon. The evening will be enlightened by Beijing speciality Duck Dinner at a famous restaurant, CNY122.00 net per person (price included), as well as a brilliant Peking Opera performance at the Liyuan Theatre. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Deluxe Holiday Inn Central Plaza Hotel - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day 03: Beijing
Have a big breakfast in the hotel and head for the splendid Badaling Great Wall. A lunch highly recommended by our former clients awaits you at a local Sichuan food restaurant. Go on to explore China’s history by visiting the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb in the afternoon. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Deluxe Holiday Inn Central Plaza Hotel - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing



Xian City Wall and moat

Day 04: Beijing - Xian
Visit the Summer Palace and go to Beijing Zoo to see the lovely pandas. Proceed to Xian by flight and check in at the local best hotel. To save time for your good rest, we specially arrange the dinner at the hotel with western buffet style for you, valued at CNY168.00 net per person (price included). (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Hotel - downtown


Day 05: Xian
Have a big breakfast and drive out of downtown to visit the world wonder Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. An a la carte lunch valued at CNY80.00 net per person (price included) awaits you in downtown at a notable restaurant. In the afternoon, go on to explore Xian’s historical sites of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the ancient City Wall. Your evening will be enlightened by the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show at the Tang Dynasty Palace. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Hotel - downtown


Day 06: Xian
Full day sightseeing takes you to the Provincial History Museum and the Great Mosque visit. The Muslim Bazaar beside the mosque is a good place for souvenirs or gifts. Enough time will be left for you to explore. The a la carte lunch and dinner both valued at CNY80.00 net per person (price included) are reserved at the well selected local restaurants. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Hotel - downtown


Day 07: Xian - Guilin
Before departing for Guilin, visit the Hanyangling Museum, the Mausoleum of Western Han Emperor Liu Qi on the way to the airport. Leave for Guilin by flight and meet your Guilin guide at the airport. The local best hotel is reserved for you there. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel



Yangshuo rural scenery, Guilin

Day 08: Guilin - Yangshuo
Appreciate the sweet Li River scenery by cruising down from Guilin to Yangshuo, experiencing the feeling like walking in the picture. As the lunch on the ship cannot be up to your taste, please have a big breakfast at the hotel this morning. Disembark at Yangshuo and after brief refreshment at the hotel, take a short bicycle tour for the picturesque rural Yangshuo scenery sightseeing. Electric car is also available if you need. You also have a chance to get a close touch with a village family on the way. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Yangshuo Paradesa Resort - the local best hotel


Day 09: Yangshuo - Guilin
One more morning is scheduled (left)for you to explore Yangshuo freely, cycling around the town or wandering at the West Street, at your will. At 13:00, the guide will meet you at the hotel lobby to have lunch and drive back to Guilin for a city tour including the Reed Flute Cave and the Elephant Trunk Hill. Entertainment of Ethnic Minority Songs and Dances at Lijiang Theatre is scheduled after dinner. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel


Day 10: Guilin - Kunming
One more morning is scheduled free for you to enjoy Guilin scenery. Leave for Kunming by flight in the afternoon and check in at the well reserved hotel. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Grand Park Hotel



Square Street of Lijiang Old Town, Yunnan

Day 11: Kunming - Lijiang
Before flying to Lijiang, take your time to visit the Stone Forest noted in Kunming. The guide will meet you at Lijiang airport and transfer you to stay at the arranged hotel. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Jian Nan Chun Hotel


Day 12: Lijiang
Full day Lijiang sightseeing takes you to visit the Baisha Village, the Rock Joseph’s Former Residence in Yuhu Village and you also have a chance to have a family visit of Naxi people. Have a walk at the Square Street of Lijiang Old Town in the rest afternoon. The Naxi Ancient Music and Dance Performance awaits your coming at the Dongba Palace after dinner. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Jian Nan Chun Hotel


Day 13: Lijiang - Shanghai
One more morning is left free for you to enjoy this beautiful and tranquil old town. Board an afternoon flight taking you to the last destination Shanghai and stay at the well reserved hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: JC Mandarin Hotel - Deluxe room



The local residents' leisure life

Day 14: Shanghai
To have a panoramic view of this metropolis in one short day, we arrange the Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Garden and a short but memorable Huangpu River cruise tour in your schedule. This evening, please enjoy the evening highlights we prepare for you, the farewell dinner of authentic Shanghai cuisine served at the 260 years old Wang Bao He restaurant in Central Hotel, valued at CNY105.00 net per person (price included), as well as an enticing Portman Acrobatic Show at Shanghai Centre Theatre. See you off to the hotel and put a period to your fulfilled China tour. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: JC Mandarin Hotel - Deluxe room


Day 15: Departure from Shanghai
Find your own way to the airport according to your flight schedule. As also, welcome to look over our City Tour Packages to plan an extensional China visit! (B)


B-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner

Inclusions

Internal flights & taxes;
Hotels with daily western breakfasts;
Daily lunches and/or dinners at China's finest restaurants ;
Excellent guide & driver;
Comfortable and clean air-conditioned car or van;
Entrance fees to all tourist sites;
Two bottles of mineral water per day;
Government taxes;

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Entry Shanghai
TCG guide will hold a welcome sign to meet you at the Shanghai Pudong (Hongqiao) Airport according to your international (internal) flight schedule. Transfer to the 4-star hotel for 2 nights stay and stroll along the Nanjing Road and reach the Bund area along the Huangpu River if time allows.

Meals: None
Hotel: River Bund Hotel (4 star)


Day 2: Shanghai
A whole day excursion covers the Synagogue, Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden, the famous Bund area along the Huangpu River and a local family visit.

Specials: Portman Acrobatic Show and a tasty dinner at Wangbaohe restaurant
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 3: Shanghai - Kaifeng
Morning is at your leisure and lunch is on your part. Visit the Jade Buddha Temple in the afternoon before taking an overnight soft sleeper train to Kaifeng.

Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: an overnight soft sleeper train


Day 4: Kaifeng - Luoyang
TCG guide will wait for you at the railway station ahead of train schedule and transfer you to the 4-star hotel for 2 nights stay. A nice breakfast at the hotel will be followed by a tour to the Kaifeng Museum, the Qingming Riverside Scene Park, a local Jewish family and the former Jewish quarter, the cemetery of Jin (Gilbert), another Jewish family and the Iron Pagoda. Transfer to Luoyang by car.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Peony Hotel (4 star)
Jewish Church in Kaifeng

Day 5: Luoyang
Morning visit to the Chariot and Horse Pits, the White Horse Temple honored as the 'Founder's Home' and the 'Cradle of Buddhism’. You will have a chance to appreciate the exciting Shaolin martial arts in Shaolin Temple in the afternoon. Transfer back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch


Day 6: Luoyang - Xian
Explore Longmen Caves, one of the three major caves in China. Ride a soft seat train to Xian in the afternoon. TCG guide will wait for you at the railway station ahead of train schedule and transfer you to the 4-star hotel for 3 nights stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Grand New World Hotel (4 star)




Day 7: Xian
Highlight morning excursion transfers you to visit the amazing Terracotta Soldiers Museum. This afternoon, visit the landmark of this city - Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

Specials: A la carte lunch, Dumpling Banquet and Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 8: Xian
Have a whole day tour to witness historical collections listed in the Shaanxi History Museum, have a bird’s view of this city in the City Wall and tour around the best-preserved Islamic Great Mosque as the end of the day.

Specials: A la carte lunch
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch


Day 9: Xian - Beijing
Fly to China’s capital city Beijing to appreciate its world heritages. TCG guide will wait for you at the airport ahead of flight schedule and transfer you to the 4-star hotel for 2 nights Afterwards, stroll along the famous Tiananmen Square - the largest square in the world, and reach the Imperial Palace. This afternoon, transfer to visit the Temple of Heaven.

Specials: Peking Roast Duck Banquet & Peking Opera Performance
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Holiday Inn Central Plaza (4 star )- the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing



Chinese traditional festival celebration

Day 10: Beijing
Morning excursion transfers you to climb the China Great Wall - Badaling section. A spicy Sichuan cuisine lunch is served at a notable restaurant to recruit your physical energy. This afternoon, stroll across the Sacred Path and reach the Ming Tomb.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch



Day 11: Beijing Exit
Bid farewell to the city after having a stay at the Summer Palace if time permitting. Private transfer takes you to the airport and your pleasant China tour ends here.

Meals: Breakfast 

Service  Includes

Domestic airfares with taxes & train fares;
Hotel accommodation with breakfasts;
Lunches and dinners as itinerary specifies;
Private guides and drivers;
Air-conditioned vehicles;
Tourist sites permission fees;
2 bottles of mineral water each day;
Government taxes.