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Visit Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Yangzi River, Yangshuo and Shanghai on this comprehensive China adventure
This trip weaves together China’s most famous icons. Walk an original section of the great wall and revel in the big show of Beijing. A city within a city of incredible scale and detail awaits, as well as serenely set palaces of sublime beauty and construction, and the full panoply of China’s people. A short high speed train ride away, in Xian, the famous Terracotta Warriors fascinate for their evocative detail, while a walk of the wider city finds us deep in the rarely seen exotica of the Muslim Quarter. The narrow streets, colourful markets and quiet mosques are surviving remnants of Silk Road caravan days. In Chengdu, observe the unique giant pandas in their struggle for survival. Relax on a Yangzi River cruise through the beautiful mountains above the Three Gorges dam, passing by picturesque rural villages still reliant on China’s most vibrant waterway. Travel to Yangshuo where the karst hills stand in the mist of Li River, serene and beatiful landscape immortalised by so many painters in generations. Shanghai’s bright lights, fevered trade and frenetic pace provide a glimpse into modern China and the dazzling global future and a palm sweating acrobatic show await for us here.
- Start
- Beijing, China
- Finish
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- China
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PCYB
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 12 reviews
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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The quintessential image of China is the imposing Great Wall – walk through history on an original section
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Like everything it does, China’s ancient history is on an epic scale – get a sense of it when you come face-to-face with arrays of Terracotta Warriors. Also enjoy a deliciously home cooked meal while listening to the stories of our host who has lived through witnessed the changes brought about by this epic excavation.
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Learn about the endangered (and adorable) giant pandas’ struggle for survival, and get up close to these unique creatures in Chengdu.
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Step back in time with a boat trip through the painterly scenery of the Yangzi River, which meanders through the dramatic Three Gorges.
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Try your hand at both traditional cooking and tai chi in Yangshuo, where the karsts dots beautiful the banks of the Li River.
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Discover Shanghai's bright lights, fevered trade and frenetic pace, which provides a glimpse into modern China.
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Zipzaping through large distance in China in style and comfort. Hopping on and off bullet trains between different destinations (except the flight to Shanghai) - the best and most popular way to travel in China now.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip allows you to experience travel in a variety of different ways, using local transport including fast trains, a boat and plane, as a well as private buses. The trip covers a fair amount of ground, so be prepared for some long journeys.
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We suggest packing relatively lightly for this trip, as you’ll need to be able to comfortably carry your own luggage for the duration of the trip. This includes to and from accommodation, and on and off flights, trains and buses.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Beijing Dongfang Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
The arrival transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through us. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 14 days prior to travel, as we may not be able to confirm a request made within 14 days of travel.Accommodation
- Beijing Dongfang Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Beijing - Temple of Heaven Park
- Beijing - Forbidden City
Optional Activities
- Beijing - Lama Temple (entrance fee) - CNY25
- Beijing - Kungfu Show (ticket) - CNY280
- Beijing - Beijing Foodie Walk Urban Adventure - CNY360
- Beijing - Kung Fu Show - CNY280
- Beijing - Beijing Opera show (ticket) - CNY300
- Beijing - Acrobat show (ticket) - CNY290
- Beijing - Hutong family visit - CNY100
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Beijing Dongfang Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Beijing - Mutianyu Great Wall (entransce fee, transfer included)
- Beijing - Summer Palace (entrance fee)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Xi'an Skytel Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Xi'an - Muslim Quarter walking tour
Optional Activities
- Xi'an - Great Mosque (entrance fee) - CNY25
- Xi'an - Bell & Drum Towers (entrance fee) - CNY50
- Xi'an - Little Wild Goose Pagoda (entrance fee) - CNY50
- Xi'an - Cycling on City Wall - CNY80
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Xi'an Skytel Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour (entrace fee, transport, local guide included)
- Xi'an - Hanyangling Mausoleum
- Xi'an - Home-cooked lunch
Optional Activities
- Xi'an - Tang Dynasty Show & Dumpling Tasting - CNY290
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Chengdu City Garden Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Chengdu - Tea Tasting
- Chengdu - People's Park & Tianfu Square
Optional Activities
- Chengdu - Sichuan Opera (ticket) - CNY280
- Chengdu - Wenshu Monastery (entrance fee) - CNY5
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Chengdu City Garden Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Chengdu - Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (entrance fee & transport included)
Optional Activities
- Shanghai - Acrobat show - CNY280
- Shanghai - Huangpu River Night Cruise (ticket) - CNY120
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Yangzi River Cruise (3 nights)
Meals Included
- Breakfast (3)
- Lunch (2)
- Dinner (2)
Special Information
You will spend three nights on board and sleep in twin share cabins with private facilities. Bedding and sheets are provided, as are meals throughout the cruise except the 1st dinner on board. However, before you board, you may wish to purchase some snacks to take with you. Please note that all rooms on the Yangzi cruise are on a twin share basis. If you are not already sharing a room with someone from your group, you may be required to share with someone (of the same gender) from outside your group. It's not a cruise trip in the traditional sense, or rather, we'd call it a river trip. The Chinese authorities oversee the travel of all boats on the Yangzi, so we have no control over the schedule or changes made with the cruise itinerary. Your tour leader will update you of the changes if it happens.Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Yichang - Guided Three Gorges Dam Project tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Yangshuo Xinfuan Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Yangshuo Xinfuan Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Yangshuo - Cooking School & Market Tour
Optional Activities
- Yangshuo - Impressions Liu Sanjie light show (minimum 4 people) - CNY298
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Yangshuo Xinfuan Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Yangshuo - Tai Chi/Kung Fu class
Optional Activities
- Li River Cruise - CNY200
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Shanghai Kingtown Hotel Plaza or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Shanghai - Acrobat Show
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Shanghai Kingtown Hotel Plaza or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Shanghai - Leader-led walking tour
Optional Activities
- Shanghai - Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre (entrance fee) - CNY25
- Shanghai - Oriental Pearl Tower Viewing Deck (entrance fee) - CNY150
- Shanghai - Maglev high speed train (round trip) - CNY100
- Shanghai - Shanghai Museum (entrance fee) - Free
- Shanghai - Urban Planning Exhibition Centre (entrance fee) - CNY30
- Shanghai - Yuyuan Garden (entrance fee) - CNY40
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
16 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinnersTransport
Private vehicle, Cruise boat, High speed train, Plane, SubwayAccommodation
Hotel (13 nights), Cruise boat (3 nights)Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Beijing - Temple of Heaven Park
- Beijing - Forbidden City
- Beijing - Mutianyu Great Wall (entransce fee, transfer included)
- Beijing - Summer Palace (entrance fee)
- Xi'an - Muslim Quarter walking tour
- Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour (entrace fee, transport, local guide included)
- Xi'an - Hanyangling Mausoleum
- Xi'an - Home-cooked lunch
- Chengdu - Tea Tasting
- Chengdu - People's Park & Tianfu Square
- Chengdu - Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (entrance fee & transport included)
- Yichang - Guided Three Gorges Dam Project tour
- Yangshuo - Cooking School & Market Tour
- Yangshuo - Tai Chi/Kung Fu class
- Shanghai - Acrobat Show
- Shanghai - Leader-led walking tour
Dates & availability - 2021 season
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Please provide a scanned copy of your passport bio page at time of booking to secure flight and train tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket if an amendment occurs.
4. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
5. This trip includes travel on fast trains. There are size restrictions for luggage on fast trains. Your main piece of luggage must not exceed 160cm (sum of height, length and width).
6. The boat trip through the Three Gorges offers some incredible sightseeing and is a fantastic way to experience the Yangzi River. Many travellers consider it a highlight of their adventure. Please note that all rooms on the cruise are on a twin share basis if you didn't book single supplement. If you are not already sharing a room with someone from your group, you may be required to share with someone (of the same gender) from outside your tour group.

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