Essential China

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Duration (in days): 21

From: Beijing, China

To: Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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Overview

Encounter the essence of China in all its wonderful diversity — climb the Great Wall and stare down the Terracotta Warriors before heading down south on this three-week tour of China's cultural and natural highlights. Rest your gaze on the giant Buddha of Leshan and explore ancient mountainside monasteries at Emei Shan, then float down the world-famous Three Gorges of the Yangtze River before stepping out to experience the vibrant rural life and stunning scenery of Yangshuo. With your accommodation and transport arranged by our expert Chief Experience Officers, this adventure offers up a great combination of must-see highlights and free time to explore on your own.

Itinerary

Day 1 Beijing

Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Beijing

Head out to discover the wonders of the Great Wall of China.
Day 3 Beijing

Explore bustling Beijing including the famous Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City.
Day 4 Beijing/Shanghai

Enjoy a free morning before catching a bullet train to vibrant Shanghai.
Day 5 Shanghai

Take a walk along the bund before a visit to the world-famous Shanghai Museum. Opt to take in a breathtaking Chinese acrobat performance.
Day 6 Shanghai/Xi'an

Enjoy free time before boarding an overnight train to Xi’an.
Day 7 Xi'an

Arrive early and opt to cycle along the ancient city walls or visit the Great Mosque.
Day 8 Xi'an

Enjoy a full free day to explore in and around Xi'an. Opt to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a beautiful, brick Buddhist temple.
Day 9 Xi'an/Emei Shan

Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. Later, board an overnight train to Emei Shan.
Day 10 Emei Shan

Arrive in Emei Shan in the late afternoon and travel to the monastery for an overnight stay. Enjoy an orientation walk and some free time to explore the area.
Day 11 Emei Shan

Spend a full day exploring the monasteries, and hiking around the stunning sites of Mt Emei – one of China's sacred Buddhist peaks.
Day 12 Emei Shan

Visit the Giant Budhha in the morning. Opt to take a tour visiting a local tea farm and one of the region's old villages.
Day 13 Emei Shan/Chengdu (1D)

Travel by local train to Chengdu. Free exploration in this tea & spice loving city. Enjoy a local Hotpot dinner.
Days 14-15 Chengdu/Yangtze River

See the famous giant pandas up close at the Panda Breeding Centre before boarding a fast train to Chongqing. Later, board the Chinese-style boat and settle in before tomorrow's cruise down the mighty Yangtze River and through the Three Gorges.
Day 15 Yangtze River

Enjoy the views from the deck and embark on riverside excursions up stunning tributaries and to historic sites.
Day 16 Yangtze River

Enjoy the views from the deck and embark on riverside excursions up stunning tributaries and to historic sites.
Day 17 Yangtze River/Liuzhou

Disembark in Yichang and board an overnight train to Liuzhou.
Day 18 Liuzhou/Yangshuo

Drive to Yangshuo, a backpacker town set amongst the picture-perfect limestone karsts by the Li River. Opt to try a cooking class, practice tai chi or see the Light and Sound show produced by Zhang Yimou.
Day 19 Yangshuo (1L)

Take a full-day bike ride through the surrounding countryside to gain insight into rural Chinese life. Enjoy lunch at a local family's home.
Day 20 Yangshuo/Hong Kong

Travel back to Guilin for the fast train to Shenzhen, then cross the border into Hong Kong. Enjoy some free time to explore the city.
Day 21 Hong Kong

Depart at any time.

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Service Level

Standard
Travel Style

Classic
Physical Grading

3 - Average
Trip Type

Small Group

Accommodation

Accommodation

Hotels (11 nts), basic monastery (3 nts), sleeper trains (3 nts), Yangtze boat (3 nts).

Essential China

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Day 1 Beijing

Day 2 Beijing

Day 3 Beijing

Day 4 Beijing/Shanghai

Day 5 Shanghai

Day 6 Shanghai/Xi'an

Day 7 Xi'an

Day 8 Xi'an

Day 9 Xi'an/Emei Shan

Day 10 Emei Shan

Day 11 Emei Shan

Day 12 Emei Shan

Day 13 Emei Shan/Chengdu (1D)

Days 14-15 Chengdu/Yangtze River

Day 15 Yangtze River

Day 16 Yangtze River

Day 17 Yangtze River/Liuzhou

Day 18 Liuzhou/Yangshuo

Day 19 Yangshuo (1L)

Day 20 Yangshuo/Hong Kong

Day 21 Hong Kong

International Flights

Service Level

Travel Style

Physical Grading

Trip Type

Accommodation

Ancient Empires—Beijing to Tokyo

Beijing to Shanghai Adventure

Experience Harbin Ice Festival & Beijing

Walk the Great Wall of China

China, Yangtze and Tibet Explorer

Harbin Ice Festival

Essential China

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Day 1 Beijing

Day 2 Beijing

Day 3 Beijing

Day 4 Beijing/Shanghai

Day 5 Shanghai

Day 6 Shanghai/Xi'an

Day 7 Xi'an

Day 8 Xi'an

Day 9 Xi'an/Emei Shan

Day 10 Emei Shan

Day 11 Emei Shan

Day 12 Emei Shan

Day 13 Emei Shan/Chengdu (1D)

Days 14-15 Chengdu/Yangtze River

Day 15 Yangtze River

Day 16 Yangtze River

Day 17 Yangtze River/Liuzhou

Day 18 Liuzhou/Yangshuo

Day 19 Yangshuo (1L)

Day 20 Yangshuo/Hong Kong

Day 21 Hong Kong

International Flights

Service Level

Travel Style

Physical Grading

Trip Type

Accommodation

Ancient Empires—Beijing to Tokyo

Beijing to Shanghai Adventure

Experience Harbin Ice Festival & Beijing

Walk the Great Wall of China

China, Yangtze and Tibet Explorer

Harbin Ice Festival

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