China Panorama

Visit charming Zhujiajiao, a traditional water canal town and enjoy a short cruise along the narrow canals. Return to Shanghai and visit the Propaganda Poster Art Centre.Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Xujiahui (or similar)

Fly to Guilin, a city located on the banks of the Li River and famous for its unique limestone hill landscape. In Guilin, ascend Fubo Hill, explore an intriguing riverside village and wander the laneways. Visit a tea plantation in the countryside for a tea sampling. In the evening, take a walking tour of the Central Square and lake area.Hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel (or similar)

Enjoy a local-style breakfast before embarking on a day trip to Longsheng to explore some of China’s beautiful rural scenery. Drive past towering limestone cliffs and ascend the mountainside to a region inhabited by various ethnic hilltribes. Hike a short distance to be rewarded with views of China’s spectacular rice terraces.Hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel (or similar)

& YANGSHUOCruise along the Li River passing tranquil farming and fishing scenes. Stunning limestone karsts tower above the river creating a magical landscape of mountains and water. Arrive in Yangshuo and spend the afternoon enjoying the colourful atmosphere of this enchanting town.Hotel: Days Inn Frontier Yangshuo (or similar)

Be treated to a private Tai Chi lesson from a professional local instructor. Venture out to the farmlands surrounding Yangshuo for a fascinating farming village experience. Spend the afternoon exploring Yangshuo independently.Hotel: Days Inn Frontier Yangshuo (or similar)

Take a mid-morning flight to Chengdu. Visit the serene gardens at Dufu Cottage before observing local life in bustling People’s Park. Visit an English language group where locals gather to develop their English skills. Hotel: Tianfu Sunshine Hotel (or similar)

Visit the Giant Panda Research & Breeding Base to see Giant pandas and the lesser known Red panda. In the afternoon, fly to Xian.Hotel: Mercure Xian on Renmin Square (or similar)

Enjoy a morning stroll through Xian’s City Park, where local people gather daily to socialise and participate in a range of activities. Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Great Mosque situated in Xian’s Muslim Quarter. End the day with a bike ride atop Xian’s Old City Walls.Hotel: Mercure Xian on Renmin Square (or similar)

& BEIJINGDrive a short distance to the Army of Terracotta Warriors and marvel at the spectacular scenes of countless life-size warriors. After lunch, visit a Terracotta Warrior Factory to learn about the complex production process of these fascinating sculptures. In the afternoon, take the high-speed train to Beijing.Hotel: Mercure Xian on Renmin Square (or similar)