- Cultural and historical experience
- Stunning natural beauty
- Exploration of modern urban life
- Cultural and architectural heritage
- Comfort and quality services
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.
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.
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 at the hotel, you can plan evening activities such as massages and bars on Houhai Street.
Referenced hotel: Somerset Xindicheng Xian ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby. Please prepare your luggage and put it in the private vehicle, because after visiting the tourist attraction today, we will take you to the railway station to take the high-speed train to Xi'an.
Today you will visit the latest tourist attraction in Beijing, the Temple of Heaven, where emperors used to pray for good harvests. It is the largest structure in China dedicated to celestial sacrifice. In the morning, local Beijing residents practice tai chi and dance at the Temple of Heaven Square.
After the visit, you will be transferred to Beijing train station to take the high-speed train to Xi'an. Your guide in Xi'an will be waiting for you at the train station and will take you to the hotel. Before leaving Beijing, you can buy some packed food as lunch on the train.
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.
Referenced hotel: Crucero de Victoria ★★★★
You will have enough time to pack and check out. Our guide will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby and before heading to Chongqing, 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 head to Xi'an Railway Station to take a high-speed train to Chongqing. Your local guide in Chongqing will wait for you at the train station and take you to Chaotianmen Pier, where he will help you check in for the cruise ship leaving Chongqing at 9:00 PM.
Referenced hotel: Crucero de Victoria ★★★★
In the morning, there is free coffee and tea, Tai Chi classes, and buffet breakfast on board. You are free to choose to participate in onboard activities or opt to participate in additional excursions to Fengdu for an additional cost. Buffet lunch is offered on board. You will participate in the excursion to Shibaozhai. In the afternoon, the captain will host a welcome reception with a buffet dinner, as well as enjoy a presentation of ethnic minority and dynasty costumes.
Referenced hotel: Crucero de Victoria ★★★★
In the morning coffee and tea are offered free of charge. In addition, Tai Chi classes and buffet breakfast are provided on board. You can freely choose to participate in onboard activities or opt to take an additional excursion to White Emperor City for an additional cost. You will navigate through the Qutang and Wu Gorges. Buffet lunch will be served on board. You will participate in the excursion to admire the Corriente de Diosa. In the evening, you will enjoy a farewell dinner prepared by the captain and crew. You will navigate through the locks of the Three Gorges Dam.
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★
In the morning, you will enjoy a buffet breakfast on board. You will have the opportunity to participate in a shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam Scenic Area. Then, you will disembark in Yichang. Your local Yichang guide will be waiting for you at the pier and will take you to enjoy a hearty lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will transfer to the train station to take the train to Shanghai. Before heading to the station, you will also have the option of enjoying an additional massage at extra cost to relax. Your local Shanghai guide will be waiting for you at the station.
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★
Our guide will meet you at the hotel lobby to begin exploring the modern city of China.
First, you will visit Shikumen, a traditional Shanghai architectural style combining Western and Chinese elements, first appearing in the 1860s.
Next, you will visit Yuyuan Garden, a classical Chinese garden in the city center, designed during the Ming Dynasty between 1559 and 1577.
You will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, where you can taste typical and delicious dishes.
After lunch, you will continue with the day's itinerary. You will visit Shanghai Old Street, one of the oldest shopping streets in the city, where you can find some special souvenirs and silk products at the Silk Museum. Then, take a leisurely stroll along the Bund, famous for its "Gallery of World Architecture." On the other side of the Bund is the Oriental Pearl Tower.
Then, you will head to Lujiazui, formerly known as "Lokatse" according to local Shanghai pronunciation. Lujiazui is a peninsula formed by a bend of the Huangpu River. Since the 1990s, Lujiazui has been specifically developed as a new financial district of Shanghai. Here is the Shanghai Tower, 492 meters high, one of the tallest buildings in the world. You can go up to enjoy impressive views.
Back at the hotel, you can plan a night of stunt show, especially the "ERA" show, one of the most popular night shows in Shanghai.
Meals: Breakfast
Referenced hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel ★★★★
This morning you may get up a little later. You will have enough time to pack your luggage and check out. You will then be taken to the airport to take the flight to Guilin. Guilin guide will be waiting for you at the airport and will take you to your hotel. There are no attractions scheduled for today, so you'll have a relaxing day.
Although there are no sightseeing tours scheduled for today, you can take advantage of the morning to visit some interesting places in Shanghai on your own, such as Tianzifang, the French Concession, etc.
Referenced hotel: Guilin Bravo Hotel ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to begin the Li River Cruise excursion. You will enjoy a beautiful tour on the Cruise along the Li River (about 4 hours from Guilin to Yangshuo). On the cruise, you'll marvel at landscapes straight out of a fairy tale as you wind your way to Yangshuo. You can relax on the deck soaking up the sun or sit back and appreciate the beautiful karst landscapes through the windows. The cruise also includes a delicious lunch.
Upon disembarking, you will head to Yangshuo West Street, known for its many shops, restaurants and bars, it is one of the oldest streets in Yangshuo with more than 1400 years of history. Today, it has become a harmonious place that fuses eastern and western culture.
After the visit to Yangshuo is over, you will return to Guilin by private vehicle. In Guilin, you will have the opportunity to visit the Guangxi Pearl Museum, where high-quality pearls are displayed.
After the museum visit, we will escort you back to your hotel. You can ask the guide about the evening activities available.
Referenced hotel: Harbour Plaza Metroplis Hotel ★★★★
Today morning, your guide will take you to Guilin Railway Station to take the high-speed train to Hong Kong. An English-speaking driver will be waiting for you at the train station and will take you to his hotel.
Before leaving Guilin, you can buy some takeout and eat during the train ride. Once you arrive in Hong Kong, you can also ask the driver for recommendations on what to do for nighttime activities in the city.
referenced hotel: Harbour Plaza Metroplis Hotel ★★★★
Our guide and driver will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby around 9 am. We will take a half-day tour of Hong Kong.
First, we will visit Mount Victoria, the highest mountain on Hong Kong Island. You can go up by cable car, and if you sit on the right side of the cable car, you will enjoy better views. From the top, you can admire the magnificent landscapes of Hong Kong.
Next, we will head to Repulse Bay, one of the most popular and beautiful beaches in Hong Kong.
Next, we'll visit the fishing village of Aberdeen, where you'll find hundreds of sampans and fishing boats used as houseboats by local fishermen. Taking a ride on one of these boats is a popular activity.
The Jewelry Factory is another place worth visiting, with four floors of showrooms where you will find almost all jewelry products, from precious to semi-precious gems. This factory has won numerous awards in jewelry design competitions.
The last stop of the day will be Stanley Market, known for its affordable clothing. Here you can find souvenirs, crafts and household items at low prices. Additionally, there are many popular bars and restaurants in the area.
After visiting the last sight of the day, we'll return to your hotel. Along the way, you can ask the guide about suggested evening activities.
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. Hong Kong is the world's shopping paradise. Therefore, you will be able to buy something that you need.
Number of Travelers | Mar.- Nov. | Dec.- Feb. |
2 - 5 persons | $3686 | $3395 |
6 - 9 persons | $3120 | $2850 |
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- ☆ 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.
- ☆ International train or flight tickets;
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