This is a high-end customized private tour. All hotels and arrangements can be tailored to each guest’s budget and preferences.

 

Exclusive Inclusions

 

• Private English-speaking guides throughout the journey.
• All domestic flights and high-speed rail (HSR) tickets included.
• Door-to-door transfers in private vehicles.
• Entrance tickets to all featured attractions.
• Carefully selected boutique and luxury accommodations.
• Daily breakfast and specially selected authentic local dining experiences.

 

Tour Highlights

 

• Visit China’s most famous landmarks, including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Warriors, and the Li River.
• Travel by China’s world-renowned high-speed rail systemand Shanghai MaglevTrain.
• Enjoy a cycling tour through Shanghai’s Former French Concession.
• Join a street food tour in Xi’an’s lively Muslim Quarter.
• Relax in the peaceful town of Yangshuo.

 

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Day 1 – Beijing

 

Upon arrival in Beijing, your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

 

Destination: Beijing

Hotel: Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel

 

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Day 2 – Beijing

 

This morning, your guide will take you to visit the historic Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, beginning your exploration of Beijing.

 

Surrounded by Tiananmen Gate, the Monument to the People’s Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, and the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, Tiananmen Square is one of the largest public squares in the world.

many visitors come here each day to experience this symbolic landmark of modern China.

 

Afterward, continue to the magnificent Forbidden City, an enormous ancient palace complex that was once accessible only to emperors and royal family members.

 

In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Summer Palace, the largest and best-preserved imperial garden in Beijing, where you can enjoy its lakes, gardens, pathways, and traditional tea houses.

 

Destination: Beijing

Hotel: Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel

 

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Day 3 – Beijing

 

Today, you will depart Beijing to visit the Great Wall of China. Your private vehicle will take you to Jinshanling Great Wall, approximately a two-hour drive from the city center.

 

As Jinshanling Great Wall is farther from central Beijing, it remains quieter and far less crowded. Your guide will lead you on a four-hour guided hike along the wall, with stunning views over lush green valleys.

 

After the tour, you will return to Beijing by private vehicle.

 

Destination: Beijing

Hotel: Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel

 

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Day 4 – Xi’an

 

This morning, your guide will take you to visit the Temple of Heaven. Built in traditional Confucian architectural style, this ceremonial altar complex sits within a peaceful park filled with ancient trees.

 

Afterward, you may stroll through the surrounding park and watch local residents exercising, dancing, and socializing.

 

Later, transfer to Beijing West Railway Station and board a high-speed train to Xi’an, home of the Terracotta Warriors. The journey takes approximately five and a half hours.

 

Upon arrival in Xi’an, your guide and driver will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.

 

Transportation: High-Speed Train from Beijing to Xi’an

Hotel: Xi’an Boutique Hotel

 

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Day 5 – Xi’an

 

Today, your guide and driver will take you to visit Xi’an’s most famous attractions.

 

First, visit the iconic Terracotta Warriors. Even if you have seen photos before, witnessing the enormous scale and number of these ancient figures in person is truly breathtaking.

 

The Terracotta Warriors were discovered in 1974 by local farmers digging a well and are now considered one of China’s greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.

 

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

 

Afterward, return to the city for a short cycling tour along the Ancient City Wall of Xi’an. Originally built in the Ming Dynasty and now beautifully restored, the wall offers impressive views of the city and showcases remarkable ancient architecture.

 

Finally, enjoy a private street food tour in Xi’an’s Muslim Quarter, where you can sample a variety of local specialties from lively food stalls，including Xi’an’s famous grilled skewers and barbecue dishes.

 

Destination: Xi’an

Hotel: Xi’an Boutique Hotel

 

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Day 6 – Guilin

 

You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Guilin.

 

Upon arrival, your guide and driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

 

The remainder of the day is free for you to explore Guilin at your own pace. You may choose to visit Elephant Trunk Hill, one of Guilin’s most iconic karst landmarks.

 

Cycling is one of the best ways to explore Guilin, with bicycles easily available for rent at affordable prices. You may also choose to walk at a leisurely pace, immersing yourself in Guilin’s atmosphere, beautiful scenery, and natural sounds.

 

Transportation: Flight from Xi’an to Guilin

Hotel: Guilin Boutique Hotel

 

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Day 7 – Yangshuo

 

This morning, accompanied by your guide, you will cruise along the Li River to Yangshuo.

 

During the journey, you will enjoy breathtaking scenery featuring bamboo forests and dramatic karst mountains, while also seeing water buffalo and local farmers working in the fields.

 

Upon arrival in Yangshuo, your private driver will transfer you to your hotel.

 

The afternoon is free for you to explore the town. We recommend visiting the local markets and cafés.

 

In the evening, you may choose to watch the famous “Impression Sanjie Liu” light show, directed by Zhang Yimou, the director of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games opening ceremony. Performed directly on the Li River, the show beautifully combines music, lights, and the stunning karst landscape.

 

Transportation: Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo

Hotel: Yangshuo Boutique Guesthouse

 

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Day 8 – Yangshuo

 

Spend a relaxing day in Yangshuo.

 

We recommend cycling through the surrounding rice fields and countryside, or joining a local cooking class.

 

Travelers may also enjoy a relaxing bamboo rafting experience along the river.

 

Destination: Yangshuo

Hotel: Yangshuo Boutique Guesthouse

 

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Day 9 – Shanghai

 

This morning, accompanied by your guide, transfer by private vehicle to Guilin Airport for your flight to Shanghai.

 

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

 

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

 

You may spend the rest of the day at your leisure and fully embrace the charm of this vibrant modern metropolis. You can stroll along the Bund to admire its historic colonial-style architecture, or take an evening cruise on the Huangpu River to enjoy the dazzling night views of Shanghai Pudong.

 

Transportation: Private Transfer from Yangshuo to Guilin + Flight to Shanghai

Hotel: Bund Area Hotel

 

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Day 10 – Shanghai

 

This morning, you will explore vibrant Shanghai by bicycle. This guided experience will take you through the Former French Concession, where you can admire elegant Art Deco villas. You will then wander into quiet hidden residential back alleys and the maze-like narrow streets of old Shanghai, experiencing the authentic daily life of local people.

 

You will also visit one of Shanghai’s major city parks to watch various lively local activities, as well as pay a visit to a Buddhist temple.

 

For the rest of the day, you are free to explore the city on your own.

 

We recommend visiting the Shanghai Museum, considered one of the finest museums in Asia, featuring an outstanding collection of Chinese cultural relics and artworks.

 

Alternatively, you may visit Yu Garden, where you can wander through classical gardens, traditional markets, and winding alleyways while admiring the area’s historic architecture. You may also stroll along the historic Bund to appreciate its colonial-era buildings and enjoy the impressive skyline of Pudong across the Huangpu River.

 

We can also arrange a relaxing Huangpu River cruise, offering a unique perspective of both old and modern Shanghai.

 

Destination: Shanghai

Hotel: Bund Area Hotel

 

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Day 11 – Departure

 

Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight home.