Upon arrive in Beijing, capital of China, blending ancient history like the Forbidden City with modern life and vibrant culture. Start of your journey tour.
Visiting Attractions: The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Beijing Hutongs
Visit Tian'anmen Square at first, to experience its grand scale and historic atmosphere.
Then step into Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as the magnificent heart of Beijing and a pinnacle of ancient Chinese architecture. Explore its grand halls, stroll through elegant courtyards, and admire intricate architectural details. Today, it is not only a museum but a profound journey into China's imperial history, art, and culture, a truly unforgettable step back in time.
After that, will go to visit Beijing Hutong. Beijing's hutongs are ancient alleyways formed by lines of siheyuan (courtyard homes). Exploring Beijing's hutongs is a way to experience the city's cultural heritage.
Options: Peking Opera for night show and Beijing Roast Duck for dinner.
Visiting Attractions: Great Wall, Sacred Road, Overview the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
The Great Wall is a historic series of fortifications stretching across northern China. Today highlight is to visit Great Wall, the Mutianyu Section. Mutianyu Great Wall is a beautifully restored section of the Great Wall surrounded by forests. Visitors can take a cable car up to walk along the towers and enjoy mountain views. For a different experience, a toboggan run offers a fun way to descend from this historic site.
Get down from Great Wall, then will go to visit The Sacred Road. As the gateway to the Ming Dynasty emperors' resting place, the Sacred Way creates a solemn and historic atmosphere. Visitors can stroll along the ancient path, observing the detailed stone statues that stand silently on both sides. It is a peaceful place to appreciate the artistry and cultural significance of this imperial site.
After a day of sightseeing, you will be transferred back to downtown Beijing. On the way will overview Water Cube and Bird's Nest, two of the 2008 Beijing Olympics Venues.
Visiting Attractions: Temple of Heaven
Today pay a morning visit to Temple of Heaven, a masterpiece of harmony. This famous Beijing landmark showcases ancient China's spiritual beliefs through its harmonious design. Visitors can explore the Echo Wall and the Circular Mound Altar, places where heaven and earth were thought to connect. The surrounding park is lively with locals practicing tai chi, making it a peaceful spot to experience Beijing's cultural rhythm.
In the afternoon will go to Xian by high speed train, another of China's ancient capitals.
Visiting Attractions: Terracotta Warriors & Horses, the Wild Goose Pagoda, The Grand Tang Mall
After having breakfast in your hotel, you will be driven to visit the incredible Terracotta Warriors. Located near Xi'an, this museum guards the legendary terracotta army of China's first emperor. Thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots stand in battle formation, each with unique features. Viewing these ancient figures in their vast pits offers a remarkable window into the country's imperial history and craftsmanship.
Then back to Xian city, visit the Wild Goose Pagoda. The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, constructed in 652 AD during the Tang Dynasty, is a masterpiece of Buddhist architecture.
When the night falls, step into a dazzling world at Xi'an's Tang Dynasty Night City, where golden lights illuminate grand buildings. Stroll through the bustling pedestrian street, watch costumed performers and musicians, and soak in the festive evening energy. It's an enjoyable place to experience a modern interpretation of Tang Dynasty culture.
Visiting Attractions: Muslim Quarter, Grand Mosque, Xian Ancient City Wall
Visiting Muslim Quarter which is a bustling food paradise where narrow lanes are filled with the aroma of sizzling snacks and local delicacies. Just a few steps away, you will discover the serene Great Mosque, a beautiful architectural gem blending Chinese and Islamic styles within its peaceful gardens.
Then, experience the iconic Xi'an City Wall. Rent a bicycle for a memorable ride along its wide, ancient path. Admire the city views, watchtowers, and gates etc.,
After visiting, you will be driven to airport for the flight to Guilin. Guilin, a city in southern China, Stunning karst mountains and peaceful Li River in a picturesque landscape.
Visiting Attractions: Li River Cruise, Yangshuo West Street, Overview around Yangshuo Country side
After breakfast, our guide and driver will transfer you to the pier to board the ship for Li River cruise (4 hours). A Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is a classic experience. From the comfortable deck, watch the stunning karst mountains, green bamboo groves, and rural villages glide by. This journey lets you appreciate the famous river views in a pleasant and leisurely way.
Lunch on boat. Upon arrival at Yangshuo, you will have a stroll along the famous West Street. This is a vibrant place alive with cafes, pubs, restaurants and where many westerners gather.
In the afternoon, you will cycle through Yangshuo's Ten-Mile Gallery and visit the Jiuxian Village, where you can admire the distinctive karst landscape and rural scenery of Yangshuo from another perspective.
Visiting Attractions: Bamboo Rafting on Yulong River, Silver Cave
Continue to explore Yangshuo today, from enjoy the Bamboo Rafting on Yulong River. A Yulong River bamboo raft ride offers a peaceful way to view Guilin's landscape. The gentle cruise passes traditional villages and fields. Glide along clear, shallow waters, observing rural life and natural landscape from a unique, slow-paced perspective.
Silver Cave, located near Yangshuo, is a karst cave renowned for its extensive and luminous calcite formations. Its interiors feature stalactites and stone waterfalls in varied crystalline forms, showcasing natural geological processes.
Visiting Attractions: Guilin Shangri-La Park(Shiwaitaoyuan)
Get good rest and sleep until wake up naturally. Then will go to visit Shiwaitaoyuan, which also been called as Guilin Shangri-La Park. Escape to Guilin's earthly paradise, a picturesque retreat featuring idyllic landscapes, clear rivers, and traditional tribal villages. Glide through tranquil waters by boat, walk across charming Fengyu bridges, and immerse yourself in the simple beauty of nature. It's a peaceful haven that feels like a living Chinese painting.
Ending your pleasant morning exploration, you will be transferred to Guilin airport to catch your flight to Shanghai. Where is the dynamic global hub mixing historic lanes, futuristic skyline, and bustling waterfront.
Visiting Attractions: City God Temple, Shanghai Old Concession Area(Shikumen), Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Historical Development Museum, The Bund Shanghai.
Whole day explore Shanghai city.
Shikumen, or “stone gate” is Shanghai's iconic traditional housing. These two-to-three-story terraced homes blend Chinese courtyard elements with Western row-house design . Featuring stone-framed black wooden doors and narrow lanes called longtang, they represent a unique East-meets-West architectural style .
The Oriental Pearl Tower stands in Pudong's Lujiazui area. At approximately 468 meters tall, it is a recognizable landmark of Shanghai. The tower offers observation decks, a rotating restaurant, and a glass-bottomed skywalk for city views.
Stroll along the Bund to admire spectacular riverside vistas. Once the heart of international settlement, the Bund is renowned for its preserved row of grand architectural styles from various eras. It remains a major financial and cultural district, reflecting Shanghai's rich history.
Optional: Acrobatic performance for night show
Visiting Attractions: Zhujiajiao Water Town
After breakfast in hotel, you will be transferred to visit Zhujiajiao Water Town. Zhujiajiao is an ancient water town with a 1,700-year history in Shanghai's suburbs, Known also as the "Venice of Shanghai". Its well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty architecture, ancient stone bridges like Fangsheng Bridge, and traditional waterways offer a glimpse into historic life of south Yangtaze River .
Today will transfer you to Shanghai airport to catch your final depart flight.
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