12nights/13days Beijing/ Xian/ Guilin/ Hangzhou/ Shanghai
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will meet you at Beijing airport and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to recover from the jet lag. |
 Day 02: Beijing
Our first stop this morning will be Tian'an Men Square, the heart of Beijing and then tour the Forbidden City, the most complete ancient imperial palace in the world and the Summer Palace, one of the China's largest and best-preserved imperial gardens Then you could end your day with another highlight Beijing Opera in evening (optional). |
Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Great Wall in Mutianyu section, one of the man-made wonders of world. After lunch, explore the Ming Tombs, home to the burial Chambers of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. At the end of the day, indulge in a succulent Peking Duck dinner and enjoy the famous Shaoling temple Kung fu show in the evening, which is a great show for the kids and adults alike (optional). |
Day 04: Beijing/Xian
In the morning you will visit Hutongs by rickshaw, lunch will be served in one of the local people's home during the tour, where you can learn how to make dumplings, After lunch have a tour for the Temple of Heaven, which is the largest building complex in ancient times dedicated to rituals that pay homage to the glory of heaven. After dinner, transfer to the train station for Xian, the train ride will take you around 11 hrs. |
Day 05: Xian
Arrive in Xian in the morning, transfer to the hotel for a little rest and have a wash. After breakfast, visit the Shaanxi History Museum considering it an obligation to be a showcase of ancient civilizations. Then for the Big-Wild-Goose Pagoda, which is completed in 652, or the 3rd year of Yonghui reign of the Tang emperor Gaozong. The 64.1-metre-high Pagoda in Ci'en Temple is a pavilion-like brick structure whose serene and well-proportioned form has become the emblem of Xian. Complete the day with the Tang Dynasty shows at Shaanxi Grand Opera Theatre where the Dumpling Dinner is served. |
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Day 06: Xian/Guilin
In the morning visit the Museum of Terra-cotta Army, the mighty army of terracotta warriors and horses. It was found in three vaults 39 km east of Xi'an and 1.5km from the Qin emperor's mausoleum and is perhaps the most popular tourist attraction of Shaanxi. An inside museum has been built as the Eighth World Wonder and a world cultural heritage site. After that stroll in the ancient city to have a view of the Ancient City Wall, an extension of the old Tang Dynasty structure boasting the most complete city wall that survives through Chinese long history. Then you will board a flight to Guilin, and check in at the hotel upon arrival. Optional foot Massage at night. |
Day 07: Guilin/Yangshuo
The highlight of today is the Li River Cruise. This cruise along the Li River between Guilin and Yangshuo is an unforgettable experience. As you take in the stunning scenery there's something interesting to see at almost every bend in the river. If you're very lucky you might see one of the famous fishing cormorants. After the cruise, we are arriving Yangshuo. Then you will have the time free to be totally relaxed. You can hire a bicycle enjoying the breathtaking scenery around the town or wander along the West Street or having a pot of tea in a sidewalk cafe. |
Day 08: Yangshuo/Guilin/Hangzhou
In the morning, biking via country road through the countryside and visit Moon Hill, in the afternoon, drive back to Guilin; visit the famous Reed Flute Cave. The huge cavern is known as the Palace of Natural Arts. Then Take the afternoon flight to Hangzhou. |
 Day 09: Hangzhou
In the morning, visit Lingyin Temple, one of the ten most famous ancient Buddhist temples in China and famous for its more than 470 stone carvings of Buddhist figures, which dated from the 10th to 14th centuries. After lunch, visit six Harmonies Pagoda (Liuhe), located on the north bank of the Qiantang River in the south of Hangzhou City. The Liuhe Pagoda is one of the famous ancient pagodas in our country and forms the wonderful sceneries of Hangzhou together with "the ten sceneries of the West Lake". |
Day 10: Hangzhou
After breakfast, take the cruise on the West Lake. West Lake is the symbol of Hangzhou as well as one of the most beautiful sights in China. Later, visit Meijiawu Tea Plantation, seated at the hinterland of West Lake Park and it boasts the most important tea production basis. Optional dinner in Lou Wai Lou Restaurant if you want to sample authentic food of Hangzhou amidst a great atmosphere, it is just the perfect dining place to be. |
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Day 11: Hangzhou/Shanghai
Take the train to Shanghai today. Afternoon is reserved on your own leisure and you could enjoy your dinner at one of the many cafes or restaurants there. |
Day12: Shanghai
You will visit the Jade Buddha Temple which is one of the most famous Buddhist temples to be found in Shanghai and the beautiful Yuyuan Garden, traditional Chinese park decorated by beautiful pavilions, miniature lakes, bridges and rock formations. After lunch, take a relaxing cruise tour on Huangpu River, you will experience the prosperity of modern Shanghai. And then, have a tour to the Oriental Pearl Tower which stands by the bank of Huangpu River. It is in the centre of Lujiazui, opposite to the Bund which is famous for its grand buildings of various architectural styles. Stroll in the Bund which is the waterfront area of Pu Xi (West City) that faces the newer part of Shanghai - Pu Dong (East City). The Bund has been regarded as the symbol of Shanghai for hundreds of years, and the Nanjing Road which is one of the most important commercial and tourist streets in Shanghai. |
Day 13: Departure from Shanghai
After breakfast, you will travel to the airport for your homeward flight by yourselves. Tour ends and welcome your next coming. |
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