Shanghai to the Dragon's Backbone - 14 days
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- Beijing - Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, explore the Hutong area of Beijing, enjoy a Chinese Acrobatic Show and taste the famous peking duck
- Huanghuacheng Great Wall - A section of the Great Wall of China, unique for its partially submerged and picturesque portion of the wall
- Xi'an - Experience the UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, Terracotta Warrior Factory, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter, City Wall and bike ride and savour a dumpling-making experience
- Luoyang - Take a high-speed train to Luoyang, and enjoy a visit to the Longmen Caves, food hunt in Old City Shizi Street and watch Kung Fu at a Shaolin Monastery
- Shanghai – Free time to explore the city or join an optional group tour - highlights include the Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyuan Garden, The Bund and Old Shanghai
- Guilin - Known for its stunning limestone karsts and lush rice paddies, forming a captivating cross-pattern of natural beauty
- Longsheng - Embark on a scenic hiking adventure in Longsheng, known as the "backbone of a dragon," and be amazed by its breathtaking rice terraces and vibrant minority villages
- Yangshuo - Witness the remarkable transformation of Yangshuo from a modest town to a bustling tourist destination, offering captivating landscapes
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- Daily breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, inclusive of traditional Peking Duck dinner in Beijing and dumpling-making experience in Xi'an
- 13 nights 4 star hotels
- Chinese acrobatic performance
- Highspeed train ticket to Luoyang (2nd class)
- Xi’an - bike ride on medieval City Wall
- Shanghai Airport arrival transfer on day 1
- Touring of Beijing, Huanghuacheng Great Wall, Luoyang, Xi'an, Yangshuo & Guilin
- English speaking specialist guides at local sights
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles
- Visit to Shaolin Monastery
- Shadow puppetry show
- 3 economy class flights from Shanghai to Beijing, Xi'an to Guilin & Guilin to Shanghai
- Explore Shanghai at own pace or join optional tours
Itinerary
Friday. Huang ying, welcome to China and the start of your holiday! Upon your arrival at Shanghai Pudong or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The day is yours to explore and enjoy the vibrant energy of Shanghai, China's...
Shanghai - Beijing. After breakfast, enjoy time at leisure to further explore the bustling city of Shanghai. Later in the day, we'll transfer you to the airport for your flight to Beijing, with departure scheduled for around 4-5 p.m. The night is yours to travers...
After breakfast, our first stop today will be the iconic Tiananmen Square, where Chairman Mao’s tomb lies and various monuments to the people are located. While we won't enter the tomb, we will get to view the exterior. Following this, we'll enter the *Forbidden C...
Today, prepare for an exciting journey to the iconic Great Wall of China. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Wall stands as an enduring symbol of Chinese civilization and ingenuity. Initially constructed for defensive purposes, it snakes an impressive 6,700 kilom...
Beijing - Luoyang. After breakfast this morning, we'll head to the railway station for a comfortable 2nd class high-speed train journey to Luoyang, which will take approximately 4-4.5 hours. Luoyang is one of the four ancient Chinese capitals, renowned for its magnifi...
Today will begin with a visit to the vibrant Xiyuan Park. Here, residents gather to dance and sing, infusing the park with a lively burst of morning energy. It's an excellent opportunity to observe and perhaps even join in the joyful morning activities that reflect th...
Luoyang - Xi'an. Rise and shine! Today, we'll catch an early morning train bound for Xi'an. Upon arriving, we'll start our day with a bike ride or a leisurely walk along the Xi'an City Wall, one of the oldest and best-preserved Chinese city walls. This remarkable stru...
Our day begins with a visit to the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army and Warriors, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This remarkable collection of terracotta sculptures depicts the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. These life-sized figures were meticulously...
Xi'an - Guilin - Yangshuo. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport to catch a flight to Guilin, a city renowned for its classic Chinese landscape featuring limestone karsts and picturesque rice paddies. Upon arrival, you'll meet your local guide and ...
Yangshuo - Longsheng - Guilin. This morning, we'll embark on a scenic drive to Longsheng, often referred to as the "backbone of a dragon." As we arrive, prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking rice terraces that stretch like ribbons up the steep mountainsides. Th...
Guilin - Shanghai. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Shanghai. Shanghai is a true melting pot of cultures and experiences, offering travelers an array of areas to explore. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Shanghai, where you can explore th...
Today is a day of leisure, allowing you to explore the dynamic city of Shanghai at your own pace. Whether you choose to revisit favourite spots, indulge in shopping, or uncover more of Shanghai's local experiences, you have the freedom to spend the day however you'd like to!
Thursday. Today marks the conclusion of your remarkable China adventure, full of cultural wonders and tasty delicacies. After breakfast and 12pm hotel check-out, make your own way to the airport for your onward flight.
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