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12 Days / 10 Nights

Embark on a 12-day journey through China, starting in Beijing. Discover the grandeur of Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall. Then, visit the Summer Palace before traveling to Xian to see the Terracotta Warriors and the ancient City Wall. Next, explore Chengdu's Giant Panda Research Base and local tea culture. Conclude your adventure in Shanghai, where you’ll stroll the Bund, visit Yu Garden, and explore Nanjing Road. Experience China’s rich history and vibrant cities on this unforgettable tour.

Beijing (3 nights)
Xian (2 nights)
Chengdu (2 nights)
Shanghai (3 nights)

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Itinerary at a glance

DAY 1

USA—Beijing

DAY 2

Arrive in Beijing

DAY 3

Beijing

DAY 4

Beijing

DAY 5

Beijing - Xian

DAY 6

Xian

DAY 7

Xian - Chengdu

DAY 8

Chengdu

DAY 9

Chengdu - Shanghai

DAY 10

Shanghai

DAY 11

Shanghai

DAY 12

Shanghai – USA

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DAY
1

USA—Beijing: Fly to China

DAY
2

Arrive in Beijing: Arrival & Leisure Time in Beijing

DAY
3

Beijing: Full Day City Tour

Today enjoy an introductory tour of Beijing, whose origins extend back 3,000 years. The seat of the Ming and Qing emperors until the early 20th century, China’s capital fuses gleaming temples with austere public monuments built by Chairman Mao. Ogle Tiananmen Square, the world’s biggest public square, and visit the Forbidden City, the secret-steeped residence of 24 emperors. This UNESCO World Heritage site is girded by 10-metre high walls and consists of more than 8,000 rooms, all exuding imperial mystique. Later, visit the gorgeous UNESCO-protected Summer Palace. Walk around this entrancing park, a vision of Chinese landscaping, to view the elaborate bridges, temples and pagodas that flank Kunming Lake. Cap your day with photo stops at the impressive Bird’s Nest and Water Cube stadiums, built for the 2008 Olympics.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar (Standard Twin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner at hotel

DAY
4

Beijing: Great Wall & Temple Tour

After breakfast at your hotel, travel to the Great Wall or ‘Long Wall of Ten Thousand Li’ as it’s named in old Chinese. Built over 2,000 years ago to stave off nomadic invasions from the north, the gargantuan wall trails for over 5,500 miles across China like an imperial dragon. Stride along the battlements and behold the views over the mountains and valleys stretching into the distance. Next, continue to visit Temple of Heaven, a fascinating complex of imperial cult buildings centered on a sacrificial altar pavilion. Constructed in the early 15th century, the temple compound was used by China’s emperors to perform animal sacrifices that they believed would secure bountiful harvests. Dinner on your own.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar (Standard Twin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

Optional Tours & Extras

Peking Duck Dinner (Min 10 Pax)

$50 per person

DAY
5

Beijing - Xian: High-Speed Train to Xian + City Wall

DAY
6

Xian : Full Day Xian Tour

Once China’s capital and eastern terminus of the Silk Road, the vibrant city of Xian dates back 3,000 years and is best known as the home of the Terracotta Warriors. Unwittingly unearthed by farm workers in 1974, this 6,00o-strong mass of carved life-size soldiers and horses represent the real army that guarded China’s first emperor, Qin Shih Huang, and were interred with his tomb in 200 BC. After viewing the ranks of warriors, neatly arranged in the battle order of the time, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon, visit the ornate Big Wild Goose Pagoda . Enjoy the Tang Dynasty dinner show at night.

Included

Accommodation

Hilton Xian or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner and show

DAY
7

Xian - Chengdu : Train to Chengdu + Local Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the train station to board the train to Chengdu. Meet the guide on arrival at the train station and transfer to the hotel. Visit Jingli ancient street, Wide and Narrow Alleys. Tonight, enjoy the Chengdu local specialties for dinner.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Hyatt Chengdu or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY
8

Chengdu : Panda Visit + Tea Tasting + Leisure Time

This morning visit the adorable giant pandas at Giant Panda Research Base which is one of the largest panda breeding facilities in the world. After lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy the tea tasting at the People’s Park. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Hyatt Chengdu or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

DAY
9

Chengdu - Shanghai: Fly to Shanghai + Orientation Tour

Take a flight to Shanghai, China’s largest city, after breakfast this morning. Located where the Yangtze River empties into the East China Sea, and sometimes referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’, this exciting city mixes 21st-century skyscrapers with elegant 1930s architecture, old world teahouses and traditional pagodas and pavilions. A brief orientational tour upon arrival.

Included

Accommodation

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY
10

Shanghai: City Tour: Bund, Yu Garden & Nanjing Road

After breakfast, set out on a sightseeing tour along the Bund, Shanghai’s riverside boulevard. Lined by grand colonial buildings built by foreign powers in the 1930s and 1940s, this imperious promenade bustles with activity and affords stirring views over the glass high-rises of the Pudong district. See its highlights on our sightseeing tour, taking in everything from the handsome Bund waterfront to the City God Temple Bazaar , Yu Garden , and the teeming shopping avenue of Nanjing Road .

Included

Accommodation

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

Optional Tours & Extras

Night tour of Shanghai with dinner (min 10 pax)

$60 per person

DAY
11

Shanghai: Leisure Day or Optional Suzhou Tour

A free day today gives you the opportunity to explore dynamic Shanghai independently, perhaps browsing for souvenirs and enjoying its tempting restaurants. Alternatively, book our optional excursion to Suzhou, often called the ‘Venice of the East’. Strategically situated on ancient trade route, Suzhou has been an epicenter of silk production for centuries and serves up photogenic canals, stone bridges and ornamental gardens. Discover its highlights on a guided tour, which includes a cruise on the Grand Canal and time at the Master of the Nets Garden. Return to Shanghai late in the afternoon.

Included

Accommodation

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel

Optional Tours & Extras

Suzhou One Day tour with lunch (min 10 pax)

$85 per person

DAY
12

Shanghai – USA: Depart from Shanghai

What's included

Comprehensive sightseeing tours including entrance fees as per itinerary

All hotel taxes, duties and surcharges

All hotel taxes, duties and surcharges, airport taxes (for land & air packages)

Tour Guide

Specialist English-speaking local guides

Services of an expert tour manager throughout China

Air

Chengdu - Shanghai flight on economy class

Highlights

Beijing : Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and Great Wall
Xian : Terracotta Warriors Museum, City Wall
Chengdu: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda
Shanghai : Yu Garden, the Bund

Special entertainment: Xian - Tang Dynasty Dinner Show

Meal

Meals: 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners

Transfer

High Speed train experiences: Beijing - Xian, Xian - Chengdu

Group airport transfers in China

Deluxe air-conditioned coach touring with professional driver

Important Notes

Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 10 guests

Where you could stay

Beijing

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Located on Wangfujing, within walking distance of The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, Grand Hyatt Beijing is part of Oriental Plaza with direct access to the adjacent shopping mall. Blending both western and oriental traditions encompassing contemporary design and classic standards of service and excellence, our hotel allows you to experience Beijing in our own way.

Xian

Hilton Xian or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Find us within the ancient city walls of Xi'an, directly opposite the popular Dongxin Street Night Market. Wulukou metro station is 900 meters from our hotel, and historic sites such as the Bell Tower and Big Wild Goose Pagoda are within seven kilometers. We have landscaped roof gardens, an indoor pool, and a spa.

Chengdu

Grand Hyatt Chengdu or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Hyatt Chengdu is situated on historical Chunxi Road — famous commercial road with over 100 years history in Chengdu. Neighboring with stylish Tai Koo Li and traditional landmark — Kuanzhai Alleys, the hotel is a new fashion landmark in the city center with inspirational architectural design of France.

Shanghai

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The award-winning Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is a landmark located in a retail, dining and entertainment complex on the famous West Nanjing Road. Situated in the heart of the commercial, shopping and entertainment district of the city, our luxury hotel features unparalleled service, exquisite dining experiences and spacious accommodations.

Suzhou One Day tour with lunch (min 10 pax)

Suzhou is nicknamed the "Venice of the East''. Strategically situated on the ancient trade route, this lovely city has been a center of silk production for centuries and offers picturesque canals, stone bridges and ornamental gardens. Witness its highlights on our tour, which includes a boat ride on the Grand Canal and visit the UNESCO

DAY 11: SHANGHAI $85 PP