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Highlights

Taking a China tour covering the popular golden triangle cities - Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai, and also including Chengdu - the panda's home as well as the Yangtze River Cruise. Being accompanied by our expert tour guides enables you a wonderful historical and cultural experience.

Itinerary

Arrival in Beijing

  • Beijing

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Upon your arrival at Beijing airport, you will meet your local tour guide and be escorted to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you.
  • Accommodations
    Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel (4 stars)
Beijing

  • Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    This morning, your tour guide will pick up you at the hotel and take you to visit Tiananmen Square.

  • Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    From Tiananmen Square, you will enter the Imperial Palace, also known as the Forbidden City to explore its fascinating halls and pavilions. Here, you will not only learn how the emperor handled political affairs and lived their lives, but appreciate numerous ancient art treasures. At noon, an a la carte welcome lunch will be served at a superb local restaurant, where you can have a taste of authentic Chinese food.

  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    In the afternoon, visit the Yonghe Temple, a solemn imperial lamasery that has survived over 300 years intact and features a blend of Han, Mongolian, and Tibetan architecture.

  • Temple of Heaven

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    At last, you will see the Temple of Heaven, with its unique architecture, where the emperors worshipped the heavens in hopes of good harvests.
  • Accommodations
    Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch - A la carte lunch
China Great Wall Tour

  • Mutianyu Great Wall

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    This morning you will be taken to Mutianyu Great Wall to experience at first hand the wonder of the Great Wall. The round-trip cable car will be arranged. Standing on the wall and looking at it stretching up and down into boundless distance is an exciting experience and will leave you a life-long memory.

  • Niaochao National Stadium

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Later, on the way back to downtown, drive by the Bird's Nest (Olympic National Stadium). You will see its appearance from a distance.

  • Hutong Tour

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Afterwards, you will take a rickshaw tour to explore the original Hutong alleys and have a chance to visit a local family.
  • Accommodations
    Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Beijing to Xi'an by High Speed Train

  • Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Your last stop in Beijing is the Summer Palace - the largest existing imperial garden with a graceful landscape and magnificent constructions.

  • Xi'an

    5 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    In the afternoon, your guide will see you off and help you board on a high-speed train to Xi'an. The high-speed trains are clean, comfortable and can take you to Xi'an in about 4.5 hours. When you arrive, your Xi'an guide and driver will transfer you to the hotel and help you check in.
  • Accommodations
    Holiday Inn Xian Big Goose Pagoda (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Xi'an

  • The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    The visit to the magnificent Terracotta Army will start your day's trip. In the museum, there are altogether three excavated pits exhibiting amazing warrior figures and Chinese ancient weapons. Lunch is on your own, but your guide will give you suggestions on good local foods near the site.

  • Shaanxi History Museum

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    In the afternoon, drive you back to downtown Xi'an to visit the Shaanxi Provincial History Museum, one of the four best and largest museums in China.

  • Small Goose Pagoda

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After that, continue the visit to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a famous local Buddhist site dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907).
  • Accommodations
    Holiday Inn Xian Big Goose Pagoda (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Xi'an to Chengdu by High Speed Train

  • Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    The day begins with a visit to the City Wall. It is the most complete existing urban fortification in China. Cycling on the ancient wall is an exciting experience that many people like to try (bike rental fee is not included).

  • Great Mosque of Xi'an

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Then, visit the Great Mosque in the city center's Muslim Quarters and enjoy some time to explore the famous Muslim bazaar, where you can have a simple lunch on your own.

  • Chengdu

    5 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    This afternoon, you will take a high-speed train to Chengdu, which takes around 4 hours. Your Chengdu guide and driver will wait for you at the exit of the railway station and help you settle down in a decent hotel.
  • Accommodations
    Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Chengdu

  • Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi)

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Your local guide will take you to visit the cute pandas at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. It is better to arrive early in the morning, when the pandas are most active. You can watch them having their bamboo breakfast, having fun with each other, climbing trees, or sleeping comfortably in their villas. There is also a panda hospital, delivery rooms, a museum, and a 4D cinema for you to know more about these cute creatures.

  • Kuanzhai Alley

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Afterwards, your guide will take you to the Wide and Narrow Alley to feel the daily lives of the Chengdu people, taste local snacks, and appreciate local art crafts.

  • Jinsha Site Museum

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Visit the Jinsha Site Museum, which was built to exhibit the history and culture of Chengdu.

  • Chengdu Renmin Park

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    The last stop today is People’s Park, the most popular city park where Chengdu people drink tea leisurely. Taking a leisurely stroll at the park, you can not only experience local tea culture deeply, but also witness Chinese typical “dating culture” at the dating corner.
  • Accommodations
    Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Chengdu to Chongqing by Bullet Train

  • Chongqing

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    This morning you will take a bullet train to Chongqing for around 2 hours. Upon your arrival, your local guide and driver will pick you up at the train station. Visit Jiefangbei CBD and Ciqikou Ancient Town. Then transfer you to board the Yangtze River cruise ship. Your ship departs from Chongqing at about 21:30 and your relaxing Yangtze River cruise begins.
  • Accommodations
    President No.7/No.8 Cruise Ship with balcony (5 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Yangtze River Cruise

  • Fengdu County

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Today you will disembark and visit the Shuangguishan National Forest Park instead, which is a great place to enjoy a leisurely walk and melt into nature. In addition to the scheduled onshore excursions, you are free to enjoy yourself on the cruise ship, relax completely on the sundeck or join various cultural programs onboard. This evening, the Captain's Welcome Party will be held, and it will be a great fun for guests to join in.
  • Accommodations
    President No.7/No.8 Cruise Ship with balcony (5 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Yangtze River Cruise

  • Three Gorges

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Yangtze Three Gorges, An exciting excursion to Shennong Stream or Shennv Stream.
  • Accommodations
    President No.7/No.8 Cruise Ship with balcony (5 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Yichang to Shanghai by Bullet Train

  • Yichang

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    In the morning, you will check out from the ship and disembark to visit the Three Gorges Dam, presently the world's largest hydropower project. Afterwards, the cruise ship company will drive you to the Three Gorges Tourist Center in Yichang city. Your local guide and driver will meet you there and transfer you directly to the railway station for a bullet train to Shanghai.

  • Shanghai

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    The train trip takes around 7.5 hours. Upon arrival, you will see your Shanghai guide there waiting for you. He/she will accompany you to the hotel and help you settle in.
  • Accommodations
    Sunrise On The Bund (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Shanghai

  • Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Today's private trip will start with a visit to Shanghai Museum, specializing in bronze wares, ceramics, and Chinese calligraphies and paintings.

  • Yu Garden (Yuyuan)

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Afterwards, the guide will take you to visit the Yu Garden, a typical Chinese private garden boasting ponds, rockworks, and traditional architecture. At noon, you will enjoy an a la carte lunch, where you can enjoy authentic Shanghai and Cantonese cuisines.

  • Huangpu River

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Transfer you to the Bund area, where you will have a cruise on the Huangpu River for about an hour.

  • The Bund (Wai Tan)

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Have some free time strolling around the Bund area.

  • Tianzifang

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Before return to the hotel, your guide will lead you to Tianzifang, a cultural block combining artistic studios, exotic restaurants and bars.
  • Accommodations
    Sunrise On The Bund (4 stars)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch - A la carte lunch
Departure from Shanghai

  • Shanghai

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Your private China tour ends today as our guide and driver will transfer you to the airport and help you board the homebound flight. Farewell to you and welcome to China again!
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast

What's included

INCLUDED

Yangtze River cruise with full board
Private English-speaking guide(s)
Lunch (4)
Dinner (2)
Breakfast (12)
Two bottled water per person per day during guided tours
Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room
Private driver(s) & air-conditioned vehicle(s)
One way high-speed trains of Beijing/Xi'an/Chengdu/Chongqing and Yichang/ Shanghai.

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities to guides and drivers (recommended)
China visa fees
International airfares

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Single room supplement for solo traveler is complusive and is available on request.

Location

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Beijing, China

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