China Grand Journey – Walls, Warriors and Wonders
Beijing
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Price:
$2367.00
Duration
11 Days
People:
30
Journey Overview
Your journey through China begins in Beijing, where centuries of imperial history sit alongside the everyday rhythms of a changing capital. From your first encounter with the city's traditional neighborhoods, you begin discovering China through its people and traditions.
As you explore the Great Wall, practise Tai Chi and walk through the extraordinary Forbidden City, China's cultural heritage becomes something you experience rather than simply observe. The journey then carries you by high-speed train to Xi'an, where ancient city walls, lively markets, the Terracotta Army and the performing arts of the Tang Dynasty reveal another chapter of the country's remarkable history.
From Xi'an, you travel to Zhangjiajie, where dramatic sandstone formations rise above forested valleys and winding streams. Here, your experiences shift from historic cities to extraordinary natural landscapes, with visits to the Glass Bridge, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain and Tianmen Mountain. The final chapter unfolds in Shanghai, where traditional gardens, cultural workshops, historic streets and contemporary architecture bring together China's past and present.
Over 11 thoughtfully structured days, the journey combines guided cultural sightseeing, traditional workshops, performances, mountain attractions and city experiences. You experience a country of fascinating contrasts. From Beijing's historic neighbourhoods to Shanghai's illuminated riverfront, this journey offers a memorable introduction to China's diversity, heritage and contemporary life.
Highlights:
- Walk along the Mutianyu Great Wall, enjoy a guided hike, cable car ride and scenic tea or picnic break.
- Connect with Chinese traditions through private Tai Chi and Tang Dynasty performance.
- Discover the Terracotta Army near Xi'an, with its remarkable ancient figures.
- Explore Zhangjiajie through the Glass Bridge, Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi and Tianmen Mountains.
- Experience Shanghai through Yu Garden, the French Concession, cultural workshops and Huangpu River cruise.
- Route: Beijing 3N → Xi’an 2N → Zhangjiajie 2N → Shanghai 3N
- Guides: English-speaking local guides
Inclusions
Group Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
10 nights in 4-star hotels, double occupancy basis.
Breakfast - 10; Lunch – 11; Dinner – 10
Deluxe air-conditioned bus transfers
English-speaking local guides.
Second-class high-speed train from Beijing to Xi’an
Economy flights Xi’an to Zhangjiajie and Zhangjiajie to Shanghai
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Exclusions
International flights, visa, travel insurance
Tips for guides and drivers: USD 3 per guest per day, stated total USD 30 per guest
Any personal expenses including laundry, drinks, phone calls etc.
Any additional sightseeing that is not included in the itinerary
Excess baggage (checked baggage 20 kg, hand baggage up to 8 kg for domestic flight)
Meals not listed in the program.
Drinks during meals.
Journey Plan
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Day 01 - Welcome to Beijing: Local Flavors
Your China Discovery journey begins as you arrive in Beijing at approximately 7:00 AM. After your airport pickup, you transfer to the hotel for refreshments and luggage storage before enjoying an Indian vegetarian lunch. Hotel check-in and time to rest follow, giving you an opportunity to settle in after your journey.A welcome dinner brings your first day together to a relaxed close.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Lunch, Dinner -
Day 02 - The Great Wall: Mountain Views and Ancient Defences
On this day, you travel beyond the capital to experience the Mutianyu Great Wall, one of China's most celebrated historic landmarks. A cable car takes you towards the wall, where your guided walk introduces you to its watchtowers, sweeping mountain views and the remarkable scale of this ancient defensive structure. A scenic tea or picnic break offers time to enjoy the surroundings.Your descent is planned by toboggan or cable car, adding another perspective to the mountain setting. Back in Beijing, you visit a jade cultural workshop to learn more about a material deeply associated with Chinese craftsmanship and tradition. The evening is left at leisure, followed by dinner.TransportationPrivate transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 03 - Imperial Beijing: Pandas, Tai Chi and the Forbidden City
Your day begins with a visit to the Panda House, followed by the Temple of Heaven, where imperial architecture and ceremonial history provide a window into Beijing's past. Here, you enjoy a private 90-minute Tai Chi experience, offering a more personal introduction to one of China's traditional movement practices. Lunch follows before the afternoon's historic exploration.You continue to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, discovering the monumental spaces associated with China's imperial and modern history. As you walk through these important landmarks, the city's historical layers become increasingly vivid. Dinner completes your final evening in Beijing.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 04 - Beijing to Xi'an: Ancient Walls and Old City Streets
After breakfast, you leave Beijing aboard high-speed train, in the morning and arrive in Xi'an at 2:05 PM. A packed vegetarian lunch is provided for the journey. As you travel between these historic cities, you move from the imperial heritage of Beijing towards one of China's great ancient capitals.On arrival, your exploration begins with the impressive Xi'an City Wall, a reminder of the city's historic importance. You continue through Old City, where markets, streets and local traditions reveal Xi'an's distinctive cultural character. An Indian vegetarian dinner concludes the evening.Transportation Private transfer & high speed trainAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 05 - Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors and Tang Dynasty Heritage
You begin the day at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, an important landmark associated with Xi'an's Buddhist heritage. After an Indian vegetarian lunch, your journey continues to the Terracotta Army, where ranks of ancient warriors offer an extraordinary insight into the ambitions and beliefs of China's first emperor. You also visit a shop as part of the day's programme.In the evening, you discover another expression of Xi'an's heritage through a Tang Dynasty cultural show. Music, performance and historical inspiration bring a different dimension to the city's past, complementing the archaeological discoveries of the afternoon. A separate Indian vegetarian dinner is arranged to complete your day.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 06 - Xi'an to Zhangjiajie: Entering the Mountain Landscapes
An early start takes you from Xi'an to Zhangjiajie, with a packed breakfast provided before your flight in the morning. After arrival, you enjoy an Indian vegetarian lunch and check in to your hotel, beginning a new chapter surrounded by the remarkable landscapes of this mountain region.Your afternoon introduces you to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and its striking Glass Bridge. Suspended above the canyon, the bridge offers an unusual perspective over the terrain below, while the surrounding scenery reveals the scale of the region's natural formations. An Indian vegetarian dinner follows your first day in Zhangjiajie.Transportation Private transfer, domestic flightAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 07 - Zhangjiajie: Avatar Mountains and Forested Valleys
On the 7th day, you explore the landscapes that make Zhangjiajie so distinctive. Your journey begins along Golden Whip Stream, where forested surroundings and towering rock formations create a striking contrast with the cities visited earlier. You then travel aboard the Bailong Elevator towards Yuanjiajie, where the dramatic sandstone pillars associated with the Avatar Mountains rise above the surrounding valleys.With a packed vegetarian lunch included, you continue towards Tianzi Mountain, discovering further viewpoints and mountain scenery. After an Indian vegetarian dinner, your evening features the Charming Xiangxi Show, introducing you to regional cultural performance traditions and bringing a different perspective to the destination.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 08 - Tianmen Mountain and the Journey to Shanghai
Your final day in Zhangjiajie takes you to Tianmen Mountain, where a cableway journey introduces the mountain's remarkable terrain. You experience the Glass Skywalk and visit Heaven's Gate, the monumental natural opening in the mountain, along with its famous 999 Steps. The day offers a memorable conclusion to your time among Zhangjiajie's dramatic landscapes.Following a Chinese vegetarian dinner, you transfer for your evening flight to Shanghai. You check in to your hotel Shanghai and get ready to discover a very different side of China over the coming days.Transportation Private transfer, domestic flightAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 09 - Shanghai: Traditional Gardens and the Huangpu River
After a relaxed breakfast, you begin exploring Shanghai with a visit to Yu Garden, where traditional landscaping, pavilions and historic architectural details offer a quieter introduction to the city. You continue through Old Shanghai, discovering streets and surroundings that reflect the city's longstanding commercial and cultural heritage. An Indian vegetarian lunch follows.Later, you visit The Bund, Shanghai's celebrated waterfront promenade, where historic buildings face the contemporary skyline across the Huangpu River. As evening arrives, you enjoy a river cruise that brings these contrasting cityscapes together from the water. An Indian vegetarian dinner completes the day.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 10 - Shanghai: Temples, Craftsmanship and Contemporary Culture
Your day begins at the Jade Buddha Temple, where Buddhist traditions continue within the rhythm of modern Shanghai. You then visit a silk carpet and embroidery workshop, discovering craftsmanship that remains an important part of China's artistic heritage. After lunch, you explore the French Concession, known for its historic streets and distinctive architectural character.The afternoon continues at Shanghai Museum East, offering an opportunity to engage with China's artistic and cultural collections. You also take in exterior views of the Lujiazui skyline, where contemporary towers provide a striking contrast to the historic neighbourhoods visited earlier. A farewell dinner brings your shared journey towards its close.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 11 - Farewell Shanghai: Parks, Markets and Departure
Your final morning in Shanghai begins with hotel checkout and luggage storage before a visit to Fuxing Park. This offers an opportunity to experience a more relaxed side of the city before continuing to Tianzifang, where narrow lanes, small shops and creative spaces make for an enjoyable final exploration. Lunch is included as part of the day's programme.Later, you visit A.P. Plaza Market for further shopping and time to browse before your departure. Following dinner, you transfer to the airport for your onward journey. You leave China having experienced its imperial landmarks, ancient heritage, mountain landscapes and contemporary city life across four distinct destinations.Transportation Private transferAccommodation 4-Star HotelMeals included Breakfast, Lunch
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China Grand Journey – Walls, Warriors and Wonders
Beijing
