China's Grand Circle: Capitals, Wonders & Pandas
An Unforgettable Expedition from Beijing's Great Wall to Shanghai's Skyline
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing - China's Imperial Capital
Transfer service to hotel - Meals: No Meals - Recommended Hotel: Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing ★★★★ - Arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China, where you'll be greeted by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel - After check-in, enjoy free time to rest and acclimate to your new surroundings
Day 2: Beijing's Imperial Heart
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven, Panjiayuan Antique Market - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing ★★★★ - Morning: Explore Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public square, then enter the magnificent Forbidden City - the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace complex - Afternoon: Visit the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvests, and browse the Panjiayuan Antique Market - Evening: Optional Peking duck dinner and night activities
Day 3: The Great Wall Experience
Mutianyu Great Wall, Olympic Park, The exterior Bird Nest and Water Cube - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing ★★★★ - Morning: Journey to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, known for its beautiful scenery and excellent preservation - Afternoon: Visit the iconic Bird Nest and Water Cube stadiums from the 2008 Beijing Olympics - Evening: Optional foot massage or exploration of Beijing's vibrant nightlife districts
Day 4: Beijing to Xi'an - Ancient Capitals Connection
Beijing Hutong, Summer Palace, Take high speed train to Xi'an - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Grand Noble Hotel Xi'an ★★★★ - Morning: Experience traditional Beijing life with a rickshaw tour through the historic Hutongs - Afternoon: Explore the magnificent Summer Palace, China's best-preserved imperial garden, with included boat ride on Kunming Lake - Evening: High-speed train to Xi'an (5.5 hours) with transfer to hotel upon arrival
Day 5: Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors
Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Muslim Quarter - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Grand Noble Hotel Xi'an ★★★★ - Morning: Discover the incredible Terracotta Warriors, one of the world's most significant archaeological finds - Afternoon: Walk or bike along the ancient Xi'an City Wall, then explore the vibrant Muslim Quarter - Evening: Optional Tang Dynasty Show with dinner
Day 6: Journey to Panda Country
High Speed Train to Chengdu, Transfer to Hotel - Meals: Breakfast - Recommended Hotel: Tianfu Sunshine Hotel ★★★★ - Morning: Leisure time in Xi'an before afternoon high-speed train to Chengdu - Afternoon: Arrive in Chengdu and transfer to hotel - Evening: Free time to explore Kuanzhai Alley, Chengdu's famous snack street
Day 7: Chengdu Panda Adventure
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Renmin Park, Jinli Old Street - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Tianfu Sunshine Hotel ★★★★ - Morning: Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to observe these magnificent creatures in a habitat-like environment - Afternoon: Experience local life at Renmin Park with optional tea break and mahjong lesson, then explore historic Jinli Old Street - Evening: Optional traditional Face Changing show
Day 8: Journey to Jiuzhaigou - Nature's Masterpiece
Take a Bullet Train to Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong National Park - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: New Jiuzhai Hotel ★★★★ - Morning: Bullet train to Jiuzhaigou region - Afternoon: Explore Huanglong National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its colorful travertine pools and stunning mountain scenery - Note: From November to April, Huanglong may be closed due to weather, with alternative visit to Mouni Valley
Day 9: Jiuzhaigou Valley - Fairyland Exploration
Jiuzhaigou Valley, Take a Bullet Train to Chengdu - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Tianfu Sunshine Hotel ★★★★ - Full Day: Comprehensive exploration of Jiuzhaigou Valley's breathtaking landscapes, including Long Lake, Five-colour Pool, Nuorilang Waterfall, and numerous other stunning lakes and waterfalls - Evening: Bullet train return to Chengdu
Day 10: Guilin's Karst Landscapes
Fly to Guilin, Elephant Trunk Hill; Walk around Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel ★★★★ - Morning: Flight to Guilin - Afternoon: Visit the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, Guilin's city symbol, and explore Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park with its beautiful twin pagodas - Evening: Free time to enjoy Guilin's riverside atmosphere
Day 11: Longji Rice Terraces Adventure
Huanglo Yao Village, Ping An Village, Longji Rice Terraces - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel ★★★★ - Full Day: Excursion to the magnificent Longji Rice Terraces with hiking between traditional Yao and Zhuang villages - Experience local culture with optional Long Hair Show and folk dance performances - Enjoy authentic local cuisine including Bamboo Rice and Chinese Bacon - Evening: Return to Guilin with optional traditional foot massage
Day 12: Li River Cruise to Yangshuo
Li River Cruise to Yangshuo, West Street - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Green Lotus Hotel ★★★★★ - Morning: Scenic Li River cruise with buffet lunch, passing through Guilin's famous karst landscape - Afternoon: Explore Yangshuo's historic West Street, a fascinating blend of Eastern and Western cultures - Evening: Optional "Impression of Sister Liu" light show
Day 13: Yangshuo Countryside & Shanghai Bound
Yangshuo countryside, Fly to Shanghai from Guilin - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Sunrise On The Bund Hotel ★★★★ - Morning: Countryside exploration by bike or electromobile through Yangshuo's stunning landscape - Afternoon: Authentic farmhouse lunch before flight to Shanghai - Evening: Arrive in Shanghai and transfer to hotel
Day 14: Shanghai - Modern China Experience
Jade Buddha Temple, the exterior of Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Yuyuan Garden; Shanghai Old Street, The Bund - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch - Recommended Hotel: Sunrise On The Bund Hotel ★★★★ - Morning: Visit the serene Jade Buddha Temple and see the iconic Oriental Pearl TV Tower from the Riverside Promenade - Afternoon: Explore the classical Yuyuan Garden, shop at Shanghai Old Street and bustling Nanjing Road - Evening: Stroll along the historic Bund with its spectacular architecture, with optional acrobatic show
Day 15: Departure from Shanghai
Transfer service to airport - Meals: Breakfast - Transfer to Shanghai Pudong Airport, with optional Maglev train experience - Service Ends