The Grand Tapestry of China's Heartlands
An Epic Voyage from Imperial Capitals to Natural Wonders
Section 1: Ancient Capitals & Imperial Legacy
Days 1-4: Beijing - The Imperial Heart
Day 1: Arrival in the Capital - Airport transfer to Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing - Evening at leisure to absorb first impressions of Beijing
Day 2: Imperial Majesty Revealed - Tiananmen Square exploration - Forbidden City comprehensive tour - Jingshan Park panoramic views - Temple of Heaven cultural immersion - Panjiayuan Antique Market shopping experience - Optional Peking duck dinner evening
Day 3: Great Wall & Modern Marvels - Mutianyu Great Wall adventure (cable car optional) - Olympic Park exterior viewing - Bird Nest and Water Cube architectural appreciation - Evening foot massage or bar district exploration
Day 4: Local Life & Royal Gardens - Hutong tour by rickshaw through traditional neighborhoods - Summer Palace with Kunming Lake boat ride - Afternoon high-speed train to Xi'an - Evening arrival and hotel transfer
Days 5-6: Xi'an - Where History Lives
Day 5: Terracotta Warriors & Ancient Walls - Terracotta Warriors archaeological site - Pottery figurine factory demonstration - Ancient City Wall exploration (bicycle optional) - Muslim Quarter cultural immersion - Optional Tang Dynasty Show with dinner
Day 6: Journey to the Roof of the World - Morning flight to Lhasa, Tibet - Acclimatization afternoon - Gentle exploration of local surroundings
Section 2: Spiritual Tibet & Panda Country
Days 7-9: Lhasa - Himalayan Sanctuary
Day 7: Potala Palace & Spiritual Centers - Potala Palace comprehensive tour - Jokhang Monastery spiritual experience - Barkhor Street cultural shopping - Traditional Tibetan dining
Day 8: Monastery Circuit - Drepung Monastery exploration - Norbulingka Park summer palace - Sera Monastery monk debates observation - Yak meat dumplings culinary experience
Day 9: Transition to Sichuan - Morning at leisure in Lhasa - Afternoon flight to Chengdu - Evening exploration of Kuanzhai Alley snack street
Days 10-11: Chengdu - Panda Homeland
Day 10: Giant Pandas & Tea Culture - Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding - Renmin Park local life observation - Traditional tea house experience - Jinli Old Street historical shopping - Optional Face Changing show evening entertainment
Day 11: Mountain City & River Embarkation - High-speed train to Chongqing - Eling Park panoramic views - Liziba Station architectural phenomenon - Hongya Cave cultural exploration - Evening Victoria cruise embarkation from Chongqing
Section 3: Yangtze River & Eastern Elegance
Days 12-14: Yangtze River Cruise
Day 12: River Legends & Ghost Cities - Morning Tai Chi practice - Fengdu "Jade Emperor" shore excursion - Optional Fengdu Ghost City tour - Captain's Welcome Reception evening
Day 13: Three Gorges Spectacular - Optional White Emperor City excursion - Qutang Gorge sailing - Wu Gorge scenic cruising - Goddess Stream exploration - Captain's Farewell Banquet
Day 14: Engineering Marvel & Modern Metropolis - Three Gorges Dam Site tour - Disembarkation in Yichang - Flight to Shanghai - Evening arrival and hotel transfer
Days 15-18: Eastern Cultural Triangle
Day 15: Shanghai - Where East Meets West - Jade Buddha Temple spiritual visit - Oriental Pearl TV Tower exterior - Yuyuan Garden classical beauty - Shanghai Old Street & Nanjing Road shopping - The Bund architectural promenade - Optional ERA Acrobatic Show
Day 16: Suzhou - Garden City - High-speed train to Suzhou - Lingering Garden exploration - Suzhou Museum architectural masterpiece - Humble Administrator Garden immersion
Day 17: Water Towns & Ancient Streets - Pingjiang Ancient Street cultural walk - Tongli Water Town with canal boat experience - Afternoon high-speed train to Hangzhou - Evening at leisure
Day 18: Hangzhou - Paradise on Earth - West Lake cruise and exploration - Lingyin Temple spiritual visit - Six Harmonies Pagoda panoramic views - Tea Museum and plantation experience - Hefang Street historical shopping - Optional Impression Show of West Lake
Section 4: Karst Landscapes & Urban Finale
Days 19-21: Guilin - Nature's Masterpiece
Day 19: Underground Wonders - Flight to Guilin - Reed Flute Cave geological marvel - Evening relaxation and preparation for river cruise
Day 20: Li River & Countryside Charm - Li River cruise with buffet lunch - Yangshuo West Street exploration - Countryside bicycle tour through rural landscapes - Optional Impression of Liu Sanjie show or Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Cruise
Day 21: Iconic Landscapes & Urban Transition - Elephant Trunk Hill photographic opportunity - Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park visit - Afternoon high-speed train to Hong Kong - Evening arrival and hotel transfer
Days 22-23: Hong Kong - Urban Finale
Day 22: Island City Exploration - Victoria Peak tram ride and panoramic views - Aberdeen fishing village sampan ride - Jumbo floating restaurant dim sum lunch - Gem Factory Outlet shopping - Stanley Market bargain hunting and waterfront dining - Optional light show or Lan Kwai Fong nightlife
Day 23: Departure - Morning at leisure for final shopping - Airport transfer according to flight schedule - Service conclusion