To experience the east, you must immerse yourself in the many facets of this diverse land. From exploring the Great Wall and everything Beijing has to offer to coming face to face with the Terracotta Warriors in Xian. We observe the unique Giant Pandas in their struggle for survival. This is followed by a relaxing cruise through the gorges of the Yangtze River as we make our way to the spectacular engineering feat of the Yangtze River Dam. On our journey towards the vibrant city of Hong Kong we take time to explore the limestone karsts of Yangshuo and the dramatic rice terraces of Longi. China is a country that is modernizing quickly yet beneath this new veneer lies an exciting and turbulent past that unfolds before you.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Fri) Arrive in Beijing and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Tour of Beijing, visiting Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square. |
| 3 | Visit a remote section of the Great Wall. Optional Peking Opera. |
| 4 | Visit Summer Palace. Overnight train to Xian. |
| 5 | Visit the Terracotta Warriors. |
| 6-7 | Walking tour of Xian (Muslim Quarter/South Gate). Fly to Chengdu. |
| 8 | Visit the giant panda breeding centre. Bus to Chongqing. Board boat in the evening. |
| 9-10 | Yangtze River Cruise, sailing through the spectacular Three Gorges. |
| 11 | Cruise ends in Yichang. Overnight train to Liuzhou. |
| 12-13 | Transfer to Yangshuo. Half day cycle tour. Bus to Ping An. |
| 14 | Hike amongst the giant rice terraces. |
| 15-16 | Drive to Guilin. Overnight train to Guangzhou. Boat to Hong Kong. |
| 17 | Trip ends in Hong Kong this morning (Sun). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
17 days |
Trip Code |
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| Culture (Moderate) | |
Countries Visited |
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| China | |
Start City |
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| Beijing | |
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| Hong Kong (China) (Country) | |
| * Per Person, Twin Share | |
