China Adventure
Overview
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Itinerary
Tonight we join up in the capital city of Beijing and begin rolling in the excitement of having 12-days of Chinese explorations ahead of us. Get cozy in our hotel and perhaps do some DIY exploring before we get to know each other - no time like the present to begin getting cultured.
Holiday Inn Express Temple of Heaven (or similar)
This captivating city will start revealing its depths today as ancient monuments are presented to us up close and personal. We will roam the world’s largest city square, visit the resting place of the founding father of the People's Republic of China, & tour the F...
With another day filled with historical delights and jaw-dropping sites still here in the heart of Beijing, we will start to understand just how much this vast country has to brag about. A trip to the Great Wall and Ming Tombs will fill our day, while local delicacies will colour our night.
Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao (or similar)
Breakfast, Lunch
Though we won't be spending another night in the capital, we've still got a few things to tick off our Bejing to-do list, not to mention some free time to do your own last bits of exploring. Roam the 1,700 stalls of the Silk Market (which offers way more than just sil...
This morning we'll roll into Xi'an ready for a full day of epic history and heavenly food. We’ve got an incredible day lined up. First, we'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Terracotta Army & the TangBo Art Museum. Then our Local Guide will show us around t...
Rise, shine, and pack your bags for another incredible destination. After a speedy train journey, we’ll arrive in Chengdu, where we can settle into our hotel before heading out to explore this teahouse dotted city.
Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Gulou (or similar)
Breakfast
Get ready for cuteness overload... we've got half a day to spend away at a Panda Sanctuary! And if hanging out with these gorgeous creatures hasn’t completely worn you out, you can sign up for a Sichuan Cooking Class in the evening.
Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Gulou (or similar)
Breakfast
This morning we say goodbye to panda land and get ready to board a flight to Guilin. This city will be the gateway to our time in the countryside – it’s time to get a little bit traditional. After a drive out of Guilin, we’ll arrive in Yangshuo, where we’ll sip Tsingt...
With all the city time we've had of late, today's the perfect chance to soak up some of mother nature's beauty by roaming the nearby hills. And what better way to do it than by some wandering around Yangshuo's lush, rocky hills. Plus, you've got the chance to try your hand at rock climbing! (Adrenaline-rushes are pretty much guaranteed...)
New Century Hotel (or similar)
Breakfast
On an included flight we’ll hop from Yangshuo to Shanghai, waving to the charming countryside setting on take off. Our ultimate scene change awaits us in Shanghai, a city bursting with energy and lights. And we're getting its best view from the 118th floor of the Shanghai Tower! Cameras at the ready...
Shanghai Merry Hotel (or similar)
Breakfast, Dinner
Wakey wakey travellers - it's our first full day in Shanghai and it promises to be an epic one. First up we're heading to Chenghuang Miao (City God Temple) where 3 temples, teahouses, shops and restaurants will keep us entertained. Shanghai's Silk Museum and riverside...
Okay Chinese revellers, our trip has come to a close. Though we knew this sad day was inevitable, it doesn't make saying goodbye any easier. Hug it out and go back to your corners of the world armed with a wealth of new knowledge, a stack of new pals and endless life-lasting memories.
Breakfast
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Harrison McCormack
Mar 2025
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- Holiday Inn Express Temple of Heaven (or similar)
- Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao (or similar)
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- Xi'an Bell Tower Hotel (or similar)
- Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Gulou (or similar)
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