(based on double occupancy)

 

This is a high-end customized private tour. Hotels and travel arrangements can be tailored according to each guest’s preferences and budget. All experiences are privately arranged and

designed exclusively for your party.

⸻

 

Exclusive Inclusions

 

• Private English-speaking guides throughout the journey
• Domestic flights within China
• High-speed rail (HSR) tickets within China
• Private ground transportation throughout the journey
• Entrance tickets to all featured attractions
• Hotel accommodations
• Daily breakfast +selected local meals

 

⸻

 

Tour Highlights

 

• Visit the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Warriors
• Explore the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and observe giant pandas up close
• Cycle through Beijing’s historic hutongs and the picturesque countryside of Yangshuo
• Enjoy spectacular Kung Fu performances and experience introductory Kung Fu movements with a professional instructor
• Sample traditional Beijing breakfasts and learn how to make dumplings
• Experience authentic local culture through hands-on activities and private immersive experiences

 

⸻

 

Detailed Itinerary

 

Day 1 — Beijing

 

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to downtown Beijing. The remainder of the day is free for you to relax and recover from your journey.

 

Destination: Beijing

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Beijing

 

⸻

 

Day 2 — Beijing

 

Begin your exploration of Beijing, China’s capital city, with a visit to the historic Tiananmen Square, the symbolic heart of modern China. Surrounded by Tiananmen Gate Tower, the Monument to the People’s Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, and the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, it remains one of the country’s most important landmarks.

 

Afterwards, continue to the Forbidden City, the vast imperial palace complex that once served as the exclusive residence of emperors and the royal family, forbidden to ordinary people for centuries.

 

Destination: Beijing

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Beijing

 

⸻

 

Day 3 — Beijing

 

Today, you will visit the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall, renowned for its magnificent scenery and beautiful mountain landscapes. This is one of the quietest and most scenic sections of the Great Wall and will undoubtedly become one of the highlights of your journey.

 

Accompanied by your private guide, you will hike along the Great Wall for approximately four hours, passing between historic watchtowers and scenic mountain ridges before returning to the starting point.

 

After the tour, we will transfer you back to Beijing.

 

Destination: Beijing

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Beijing

 

⸻

 

Day 4 — Beijing

 

In the morning, you will join a private breakfast tour to sample a curated selection of traditional Beijing breakfast specialties. During this three-hour experience, you will wander through Beijing’s historic hutongs, lined with narrow alleyways and well-preserved traditional courtyard residences, offering a glimpse into traditional Beijing life.

 

In the afternoon, you will visit Sony ExploraDream, an interactive science and technology museum featuring immersive exhibitions and creative experiences, followed by an exciting Kung Fu performance in the evening.

 

Destination: Beijing

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Beijing

 

⸻

 

Day 5 — Xi’an

 

Early this morning, you will join a private Tai Chi lesson with a professional instructor and learn the fundamentals of this ancient martial art.

 

Afterwards, accompanied by your private guide, you will visit the Temple of Heaven, a historic imperial altar complex set within a beautiful tree-lined park where you can observe local residents practicing traditional exercises and dancing.

 

Later, you will be transferred to Beijing West Railway Station to board the high-speed train to Xi’an, a journey of approximately 5.5 hours. Upon arrival, your private guide and driver will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.

 

High-Speed Rail: Beijing → Xi’an

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Xi’an

 

⸻

 

Day 6 — Xi’an

 

This morning, accompanied by your private guide, you will visit Xi’an’s most iconic attraction — the Terracotta Warriors. Even if you have previously read about these ancient figures, witnessing their immense scale and astonishing number in person is truly unforgettable.

 

Discovered in 1974 by local farmers digging a well, the Terracotta Warriors have since become one of China’s most significant archaeological discoveries.

 

Lunch will be served at a local family home, where you will have the opportunity to chat with residents and gain insight into their daily lives.

 

After lunch, enjoy a cycling tour along the Xi’an Ancient City Wall. Originally built during the Ming Dynasty and now beautifully restored, the wall offers magnificent views over the city while showcasing the impressive scale of ancient Chinese architecture.

 

The final stop of the day is the Muslim Quarter, where you can stroll through narrow alleyways lined with old brick buildings, butcher shops, small sesame oil workshops, and the Great Mosque of Xi’an.

 

Destination: Xi’an

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Xi’an

 

⸻

 

Day 7 — Chengdu

 

You will be transferred to Xi’an North Railway Station and board a high-speed train to Chengdu, a journey of approximately four hours.

 

Upon arrival, your private guide and driver will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.

 

Before tonight’s Sichuan Opera performance, you will have some free time to explore the city at your own pace. Sichuan Opera is a traditional performing art famous for dramatic techniques including face-changing performances, fire-breathing performances, and sword performances.

 

High-Speed Rail: Xi’an → Chengdu

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Chengdu

 

⸻

 

Day 8 — Chengdu

 

Today, you will visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, one of the best places to observe China’s giant pandas up close, as well as other species such as the smaller red panda.

 

In the afternoon, visit a bamboo forest park and learn how to play mahjong with local residents in a traditional teahouse.

 

Destination: Chengdu

Accommodation: Boutique Hotel in Chengdu

 

⸻

 

Day 9 — Guilin

 

Spend the day exploring the Leshan Giant Buddha. Carved into the cliffside overlooking the confluence of the Minjiang, Qingyi, and Dadu Rivers, the 71-meter-tall Buddha is one of the largest Buddha statues in the world.

 

After the visit, enjoy a comfortable drive back toward Chengdu with a short stop at Huanglongxi Ancient Town before your evening flight to Guilin. With a history of approximately 1,700 years, this ancient town has been carefully restored in recent years. Its old streets, ancient trees, temples, river docks, and traditional residences vividly reflect traditional Chinese life in centuries past.

 

In the evening, board your flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, your private guide and driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

 

Flight: Chengdu → Guilin

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Guilin

 

⸻

 

Day 10 — Yangshuo

 

This morning, you will take a Li River cruise to the picturesque town of Yangshuo. Along the journey, you will pass dramatic karst landscapes, traditional villages, and peaceful countryside scenery.

 

After checking in to your hotel, join a private cycling tour through Yangshuo’s scenic countryside, riding past local villages and rice fields.

 

Cruise: Guilin → Yangshuo

Accommodation: Boutique Hotel in Yangshuo Old Town

 

⸻

 

Day 11 — Yangshuo

 

This morning, join a private Kung Fu lesson and experience introductory martial arts movements with a professional instructor.

 

In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing bamboo raft ride along the Yulong River, offering some of the region’s most scenic river landscapes.

 

Destination: Yangshuo

Accommodation: Boutique Hotel in Yangshuo Old Town

 

⸻

 

Day 12 — Shanghai

 

In the morning, transfer to Guilin Airport for your flight to Shanghai.

 

Upon arrival, your private guide will meet you at the airport and arrange a private transfer to your hotel. You may also choose to take Shanghai’s high-speed Maglev train into the city before continuing to the hotel by private vehicle.

 

The remainder of the day is free for you to explore and experience the energy of this vibrant modern metropolis.

 

Flight: Guilin → Shanghai

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Shanghai

 

⸻

 

Day 13 — Shanghai

 

This morning, join a private food walking tour through the tree-lined streets of Shanghai’s former French Concession.

 

Along the way, you will visit hidden local eateries and street stalls known mostly to residents, sampling a variety of regional specialties including Shanghai’s famous xiaolongbao (soup dumplings).

 

Afterwards, learn how to make dumplings under the guidance of a local chef before enjoying your own handmade creations.

 

The afternoon is free for independent exploration. We recommend visiting the Jade Buddha Temple, one of the few active Buddhist temples still operating in Shanghai, or strolling along the historic Bund to admire the skyline of Pudong.

 

Fuxing Park and Yu Garden are also excellent places to visit, especially in the early morning when local residents gather for exercise and social activities.

 

Destination: Shanghai

Accommodation: Selected Luxury Hotel in Shanghai

 

⸻

 

Day 14 — Departure

 

Today, you will be transferred to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for your onward flight.

 

Destination: Shanghai