The Myths of China are revealed on this 16 day journey – ancient and modern, cultural and historical. From a remote section of the Great Wall to visiting the medieval town of Pingyao but not before the Hanging Monastery of Datong. Our adventure unravels the myths of Kung Fu at the Shaolin Temple followed by exploring the ancient canal towns of Wuzen. Finally our journey ends in the vibrant city of Shanghai which shows the modern face of China.
Itinerary
| Day 1 |
(Sat) Arrive in Beijing and transfer to hotel. |
| Days 2-3 |
Visit Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and the Great Wall at Simatai. |
| Day 4 |
Free day in Beijing. Train to Datong. |
| Day 5 |
Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Monastery. |
| Days 6-7 |
Bus to Pingyao. Walking tour of ancient town. Overnight train to Xian. |
| Days 8-9 |
Visit the Terracotta Warriors. Walking tour of Muslim Quarter. |
| Days 10-12 |
Train to Luoyang. Day trip to Shaolin Temple. Morning trip to Longmen Grottoes. Overnight train to Shanghai. |
| Day 13 |
Walk along the Bund. Optional acrobat performance. |
| Day 14 |
Explore the canals of Wuzhen. |
| Day 15 |
Bus to Shanghai. Explore Yu Yuan Gardens and Bazaar. |
| Day 16 |
Trip ends in Shanghai this morning (Sun). |