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13 days Journey through the Ancient Architectures of China
Beijing, Datong, Pingyao, Xi'an, Shanghai, Suzhou
Tour Code: SH-CTV-025
Tour Features:

  • Architectural wonders
  • Traditional and modern charm
  • Classical art and gardens
  • Varied and delicious gastronomy

Price From:
$1800.00
$1800.00
Detailed itinerary
Meals: Not included
Referenced hotel: Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★

When you arrive in China's capital, Beijing, your tour guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. After completing hotel check-in, the rest of the day will be free for you.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel:Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★

Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to begin exploring the historic city of Beijing. First, we will visit Tian'anmen Square, the largest in the world, which has been the scene of numerous political and historical events. You will cross the square and visit the Forbidden City, the largest and most complete imperial palace in the world, which was the residence of the emperors.


We will have lunch at a local restaurant with culinary delights. After lunch, we will tour the Beijing Hutongs, alleys built during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, filled with houses around the Hutongs, where residents lead a traditional life. Then, we will head to Jingshan Park, where from the top of Coal Hill you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the Forbidden City. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to taste Chinese tea at the China Tea House.


On the way back to the hotel, you can choose to plan a visit to a night show or enjoy a delicious Beijing Lacquered Duck (optional extra service), and ask the guide about other night activities.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★

Our guide will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby and today you will leave for Mutianyu Great Wall by private car to explore the Great Wall. The Great Wall runs through six provinces and one autonomous region in northern China, and the Mutianyu section is the most popular with foreign tourists. If you prefer not to walk to the Wall, you can choose to take the cable car to tour it.


At noon, you will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, where you can try the delicious local cuisine. After lunch, you will return to Beijing city. On the way back, you will have the opportunity to visit the exterior of the Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest) and the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube), two impressive structures built for the Beijing Olympic Games. Then, you can visit the China Pearl Museum, where you will find high-quality pearls.


Back to the hotel, you can plan evening activities such as massages and bars on Houhai Street.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel:Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★

Today we are going to visit the Temple of Heaven, which was the place where ancient emperors prayed for a good harvest. It is the largest structure in China used for ceremonial sacrifices to heaven. In the morning, local Beijing residents practice tai chi and square dancing on the temple square.

After lunch, we will head to the Summer Palace, which is the largest and best-preserved ancient imperial garden in China. There, you can take a boat ride on Kunming Lake.

Once today's visit is over, you will have free time. You can take a walk along Wangfujing Shopping Street or near Qianmen, where you will find many interesting old shops.


Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel:Weidu International Hotel ★★★★

Today in the morning, it is necessary to get up early. Because you need to take the high-speed train to Datong. A local English-speaking guide will be waiting for you at Datong Train Station to begin the day's tour.

First, we will head to the Yungang Grottoes, where you will find 53 caves housing more than 51,000 Buddha statues sculpted in stone. At midday, you will enjoy a hearty local lunch. Then, we will visit Huayan Monastery, which is the largest and best preserved monastery of the Liao Dynasty. Afterwards, we will make a brief stop in front of the largest and oldest screen in China, the Nine Dragons Screen.

Once the day's visit is over, you will be taken back to the hotel to rest. You can ask the guide about suggestions for evening activities.


Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: Hongshanyi Hotel ★★★★

Today we will travel by private car to Pingyao. It takes 5 to 6 hours from Datong to Pingyao. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit the Hanging Temple, a masterpiece of ancient wooden architecture. We will continue our trip and in approximately 1 hour we will arrive at Yingxian County, where the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda is located, considered one of the three great wooden pagodas in the world.

After enjoying a hearty lunch, we will continue our way to Pingyao. You can ask the guide about suggestions for night activities in Pingayo.


Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: Somerset Xindicheng Xian ★★★★

Today you will take the high-speed train to Xi'an. Before leaving Pingyao, you will visit Wang's Courtyard, which is 35 kilometers away. You will then return to Pingyao Ancient Town, a small town in the center of Shanxi Province, whose history dates back 2,700 years, during the reign of King Xuan of the Western Zhou Dynasty (827-782 BC). In 1997, UNESCO included it in the "World Heritage List".

After finishing today's tour, you will head to Pingyao Railway Station to take the high-speed train to Xi'an. A local Xi'an guide will meet you at the station and take you to the hotel.


Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel:Somerset Xindicheng Xian ★★★★

Our guide will wait for you in the hotel lobby to begin the tour of the ancient city.

First we will visit the Terracotta Warriors, one of the most important archaeological finds in the world. Here you will find soldiers, horses and chariots arranged in battle formation. A golf cart will be arranged for your convenience while you admire the spectacular view of the Terracotta Warriors. You will have the opportunity to experience the process of making "terracotta figures" at a nearby factory and can take home a figure made by yourself as a special souvenir.


We will have lunch at a nearby restaurant that offers delicious local dishes. In the afternoon, we will visit the Bell Tower, the largest and best preserved in China in terms of structure and shape. We will then head to the Muslim Quarter, where Xi'an's Muslim community lives. Here you will find numerous traditional restaurants and a lively atmosphere. You will have the opportunity to taste authentic Muslim food and learn about their lifestyle.


Then we will return to the hotel. On the way back, we can arrange optional evening activities such as Tang Dynasty dance show with dinner.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★

You will have enough time to pack and check out. Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby and before heading to Shanghai, you will take a leisure tour in Xi'an. You will visit the Ancient City Wall, one of the best preserved ancient walls in Chinese cities. You can choose between riding a bicycle or taking a golf cart to tour the wall. Next, you will visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, where a traditional and ancient Chinese shadow show will be presented.


You will enjoy a special lunch at a local restaurant, tasting a feast of Chinese dumplings. After lunch, you will drive to Xi'an Airport. Along the way, you will visit the Hanyang Mausoleum, the largest underground museum of the imperial cemetery of the Han Dynasty in China.


You will then take a flight to Shanghai, where our guide will be waiting for you at the airport and will accompany you to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★

Today you will enjoy a full day exploring Shanghai. First, we will visit the Jade Buddha Temple, then we will go to the Shanghai Silk Museum, and then we will take a walk through the Yuyuan Garden, which is a classical Chinese garden in the center of the city. Then, you will climb the Eastern Pearl Tower to enjoy a panoramic view of the city, this being the third tallest television and radio tower in the world. After the tour, you can stroll along the Bund, a famous promenade in Shanghai. Then you will pass through Nanjing Street, which is the first choice for shopping. If you are interested, today you can also choose to watch a stunt show (Additional optional activity).


Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: Garden Hotel ★★★★

Our guide will wait for you at the hotel lobby and take you to Suzhou. The trip from Shanghai to Suzhou will take approximately 2 hours by car.

First, you will visit Tongli Water Village, a water village famous for its traditional residences built during the Ming and Qing dynasties, including gardens, houses and temples. You will enjoy a wooden boat ride through the Tongli canals. After a hearty lunch, we will continue with the visit. We'll take a leisurely walk along Pingjiang Ancient Street, a cultural path that has been preserved for more than 800 years.

Tonight you will stay in Suzhou. Take advantage of the night to get to know this ancient and beautiful city a little more. You can ask your guide for suggestions to plan some evening activities.


Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★

Today we will explore the royal gardens of China.

First, we will head to Tiger Hill, one of the most famous historical sites in Suzhou and also a tourist destination of natural beauty. Tiger Hill has been the symbol of the city of Suzhou for more than 2000 years.

After enjoying a delicious lunch, we will go to the Humble Administrator's Garden. It is one of the most prominent classical gardens in China and one of the largest in Suzhou. Many consider it one of the most beautiful gardens in southern China. In 1997, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here you will experience the excellence of Chinese garden art. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to visit a silk factory and learn about the silk production process.

After our last visit in Suzhou, we will return to Shanghai by private car. Take advantage of your last night in Shanghai to get to know this city a little more.


Meals: Breakfast

Today we will take you to the airport. Before going to the airport, you have free time to do whatever you want according to your schedule. If you are interested, we can arrange your transportation to Pudong Airport by maglev train, or we will take you directly to the airport by private vehicle.

Price per person (USD)
Number of Travelers
Mar.- Nov.
Dec.- Feb.
2 - 5 persons
$2800
$2750
6 - 9 persons
$1950
$1800

Price include:
  • ☆ Private vehicle transfer service between airport or train station, travel attractions and hotels;
  • ☆ Professional licensed English speaking guide and driver service;
  • ☆ Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast included;
  • ☆ All entrance costs to specified attractions;
  • ☆ Meals mentioned in the itinerary.
Price exclude:
  • ☆ International train or flight tickets;
  • ☆ Tips for your guide and driver at your discretion;
  • ☆ China entry visa costs;
  • ☆ Personal expenses;
  • ☆ Optional tours, meals, activities and services;
  • ☆ Traveler/personal accident insurance in China.
Remarks:
  • Prices are valid from March 1, 2024 to February 28, 2025, except during Chinese public holidays, local fairs or events.
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