China to Tibet - 11 days

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PRIVATE TOUR: Experience China's history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes on this 11-day journey from Beijing to Lhasa. Discover the Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, marvel at Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, and immerse yourself in Chengdu's panda sanctuaries. Conclude your journey in Lhasa, exploring the spiritual depths of the Potala Palace and J...
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Overview

Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Beijing - Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, explore the Hutong area of Beijing, and the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall
    • Xi'an - Discover the UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, visit a Terracotta Factory & admire the Big Wild Goose Pagoda
    • Chengdu - Watch curious and clumsy giant pandas at the Panda Research base, also home to other rare Chinese wildlife
    • Lhasa - Explore the majestic Potala Palace, the spiritually significant Jokhang Temple, the lush Norbulingka park, and witness lively debates at Sera Monastery

What's this trip about?

    PRIVATE TOUR: Experience China's history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes on this 11-day journey from Beijing to Lhasa. Discover the Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, marvel at Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, and immerse yourself in Chengdu's panda sanctuaries. Conclude your journey in Lhasa, exploring the spiritual depths of the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBeijing
End CityLhasa

Destinations

Attractions

  • Beijing
  • Chengdu
  • Lhasa
  • Xian

Trip includes

    • Daily breakfast, 8 lunches and 1 dinner
    • 10 nights 3-4 star hotels
    • Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 11
    • High speed train tickets from Beijing - Xi'an - Chengdu (2nd class)
    • Economy class flight from Chengdu to Lhasa
    • Guided sightseeing in Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu & Lhasa
    • Entrance fees as per itinerary
    • English speaking specialist guides at local sights
    • All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles
    • Tibet permit
    • 24 hours emergency hotline (English-speaking)

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Beijing

Welcome to China! Upon your arrival in Beijing, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. After settling in, you can spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Explore Beijing or unwind at the hotel in preparation for the adventure ahead. In the evening, enjoy a tasty welcome dinner.

Day : 2 Beijing

You’ll start your day by visiting Tiananmen Square, a site of profound historical importance where the People's Republic of China was founded and which has been the backdrop for numerous significant events in China’s history. Take a moment to admire the iconic portrai...

Day : 3 Beijing

After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll set out to visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. In spring, the mountain is covered with beautiful flowers; in summer, it is lush and accompanied by the sound of flowing water; in autumn, the mountains are adorned with red...

Day : 4 Beijing

Beijing - Xi'an. Begin the day with a tour of Beijing’s alleyways, known as ‘Hutongs,’ in the style of a Hutong Walk. This is also the perfect opportunity to sample some of Beijing's unique street food. Wander through these charming and historic alleys, admiring the t...

Day : 5 Xi'an

Dive into history at the Terracotta Warrior Museum, where you can marvel at the collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. These life-sized figures were meticulously modeled after actual soldiers of the Qin A...

Day : 6 Xi'an

Xi'an - Chengdu. Enjoy breakfast before boarding a high-speed train journey to Chengdu. The journey will take approximately 3-4 hours. Upon arrival in Chengdu, you'll be greeted by your local guide at the railway station. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before sp...

Day : 7 Chengdu

Today you'll visit the Panda Research Center for an up-close look at China’s beloved giant pandas. Wander through this sanctuary to witness the pandas' playful antics and learn about crucial conservation efforts to protect their future. You'll have the opportunity...

Day : 8 Chengdu

Chengdu - Lhasa. After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lhasa, which takes approximately 2 to 2.5 hours. Upon arrival, the rest of the day is at your leisure, but it's highly recommended to rest for the remainder of the day to acclimatise to the high altitude.

Day : 9 Lhasa

Explore what Lhasa has to offer as you embark on a visit to the Potala Palace, a monumental structure that rises more than 130 metres above the Red Hill of Lhasa Valley. This iconic landmark stands as a symbol of Tibetan culture and religion. Then, proceed to Jokh...

Day : 10 Lhasa

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before visiting Norbulingka, often called the "Plateau Botanic Garden" and the "Summer Palace of Lhasa." This expansive garden, covering 3.6 million square meters, showcases over 100 rare plant species from the Himalayas and ...

Day : 11 Lhasa

After breakfast at the hotel, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. We hope you enjoyed your journey through China and Tibet. Safe travels!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,815
Price per day$438
Last Updated: 3/24/2025
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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tip for your tour guide - We recommend you allow USD $6 per person per day for your guide and USD $3 per person per day for your driver. Tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

Accommodation

3-4 star
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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