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*View DetailsEssence of China
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. 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 | (Sun) Arrive in Hong Kong, shuttle bus transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Ferry to Guangzhou, overnight train to Guilin. |
| 3 | Arrive Guilin, bus to Yangshuo. |
| 4 | Bike ride to Moon Hill, afternoon at leisure. |
| 5 | Free day. Afternoon drive to Guilin, fly to Chengdu. |
| 6 | Visit Giant Buddha at Leshan. |
| 7 | Visit Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. Train to Chongqing. |
| 8 | Visit stone carvings at Dazu. Board Yangtze River cruise in the afternoon. |
| 9-10 | Yangtze River cruise, sailing through the spectacular Three Gorges. |
| 11 | Drive to Yichang. Overnight train to Xian. |
| 12 | Arrive Xian, afternoon walk in Muslim Quarter. |
| 13 | Visit the Terracotta Warriors. |
| 14 | Free time, optional bike ride. Overnight train to Beijing. |
| 15 | Arrive Beijing. Visit Summer Palace, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. |
| 16 | Visit a remote section of the Great Wall. |
| 17 | Morning visit to Temple of Heaven, afternoon at leisure. |
| 18 | Trip ends in Beijing this morning (Wed). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
18 days |
Trip Code |
PCEE |
Activities |
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| Culture (Moderate) | |
Countries Visited |
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| China | |
Start City |
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| Hong Kong, Hong Kong | |
End City |
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| Beijing | |
