Head out of town to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Spend time wandering around, taking photos, and picking up souvenirs.

Orientation Walk activity
30m-1h
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

Private Vehicle transport
Beijing – Mutianyu, 1h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Great Wall Mutianyu Visit activity
Mutianyu – Beijing, 3h
Climb the rolling hills of Huairou County at Mutianyu, one of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall. Enjoy scenic views as the wall winds along mountain ridges, and take brag-worthy photos of the wall from any of the 22 towers.

Private Vehicle transport
Mutianyu – Beijing, 2h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free time activity
Use your evening to explore the cityscape of Beijing.

Laurel Hotel Beijing (or similar) accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
Cable Car at Great Wall
Mutianyu
The cable car ride is about 5 minutes ride up to tower 14, from where you may walk to the highest point of Mutianyu Great Wall at Tower 23. The walk from ticket check to tower 10 is about 30 minutes.The cable car ride is a good option if you are hoping to save energy to challenge the Tower 23. Return ticket is recommended as you may spend more time on the wall.

Toboggan at Great Wall
Mutianyu
After your hike on the Great Wall, opt to take a Toboggan ride back down instead of the cable car!

The Pearl Market
Beijing
Shoppers get ready. The Pearl Market is great place to get souvenirs for friends and family! This market is well know for the verity of pearls but, make sure to also check out the other vendors selling goods like crafts, clothing, and silk.

Drum and Bell Tower Visit
Beijing
Climb to the top of the Drum Tower for an unforgettable aerial view of the city. Back in the Han Dynasty the towers were used to echo the time to the city with bells in the morning and drums in the evening. Today the 63-ton bell still stands in one tower and drum performances happen daily in the morning and afternoon.

Beijing Kung Fu Show
Beijing
Follow the tale of a young boy on his journey to becoming a kung fu master through six gripping scenes told through traditional Chinese art and live modern dance. (Don’t worry; there are subtitles above the stage). Developed by some of China’s top stage directors and designers, the performance showcases the skills of its talented cast, most of whom are just 17 years old.

Take the Beijing metro to visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Later, board a fast train to Xi'an.
Important Notice:
Forbidden City closure: Forbidden City Museum Complex in Beijing is being temporarily closed to the public for maintenance from September 21st to October 1st 2019. Any affected departures will be visiting the Summer Palace in Beijing instead.
Metro transport
Beijing
Get around underground via public transit.

Tiananmen Square activity
Beijing
Explore one of the world's largest public squares, home to the Monument to the People’s Heroes and the Great Hall of the People.

Forbidden City Tour activity
Beijing, 2h
Our CEO will steer around crowds and help make the most of a visit to the Forbidden City.

Local Train transport
Beijing – Xi'an, 5h45m-6h
Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.

Huiyuan Jinjiang International Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel

Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. After, the day is yours to explore as you wish.
Important Notice:
Train is our main mode of transport in China and it's a great way to travel. We aim to get the best sleeping berths available on each train journey. However, train tickets availability is limited during peak travel times, including summer vacations and Chinese national holidays. As such, it is possible that the group may be separated into different carriages or assigned top sleeping berths.

Terracotta Warriors Guided Tour activity
Xi'an, 4h
Take a guided tour of the Terracotta Warriors where more than 8,000 clay soldiers and hundreds of replica horses and chariots stand in three pits. Learn why the Emperor Qin Shihuang commissioned the statues to serve as his army in the afterlife and how they were discovered. Spend a half-day exploring this archaeological wonder.

Free time activity
Afternoon
Opt for some cycling, or just take a walk around and explore the city of Xi'an.

Huiyuan Jinjiang International Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
Cycling Xi'an City Walls
Xi'an
Rent a bike and cycle the Xi’an city walls. The walls – built for protection in the Tang Dynasty and expanded in the Ming dynasty –are a great way to absorb local history. Hop off where you like and admire the views as you pedal along the 12m (39 ft) wide wall, which takes about 2 hrs to cycle along.

The Great Mosque
Xi'an
Discover this hidden oasis behind the markets of the Muslim Quarter. Learn about the Great Mosque's centuries-old history, and explore the temples and gardens to see how Chinese and Islamic architecture came together in this place of worship.

Muslim Quarter Visit
Xi'an
Explore the lively Muslim Quarter and its serene Great Mosque, making time to indulge in the offerings of exotic local street food stalls. At night, head out for some of the best street food in China – the spicy beef and lamb kebabs are always a favorite.

Big Goose Pagoda Visit
Xi'an
Head to the outskirts of the city to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a beautiful, brick Buddhist temple. Check out the Music Fountain Square at the base of the leaning pagoda at night to see an amazing light show.

Bell and Drum Towers - Xi'an
Xi'an
Climb to the top of the Drum Tower for an unforgettable aerial view of the city. Back in the Han Dynasty the towers were used to echo the time to the city with bells in the morning and drums in the evening. Today the 63-ton bell still stands in one tower and drum performances happen daily in the morning and afternoon.

Say goodbye to Xi'an this morning and hop on the fast train to the bustling city of Shanghai.

Bullet Train transport
Xi'an – Shanghai, 6h-7h
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.

Shanghai Holland Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel

Train to Suzhou today for a day exploring in the city. Admire Suzhou's classical gardens, canals, bridges and museums.

Bullet Train transport
Shanghai – Suzhou, 30m
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.

Suzhou Day Trip activity
Suzhou
Take the train to Suzhou for a day trip that includes the Master of the Nets Garden one of the most beautiful gardens in China that are also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then move on to the Suzhou Museum known for its ancient Chinese calligraphy, paintings and art. The last spot on the itinerary for the day is Tiger Hill. Visit the Tiger Hill Pagoda if you wish or walk around the hill and admire the natural beauty and landscapes all around you.

Bullet Train transport
Suzhou – Shanghai, 30m
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.

Shanghai Holland Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel

Enjoy free time in this bustling city before watching a spectacular Chinese acrobat show in the evening.

Free time activity
Take advantage of your free time today to visit Yuyuan Gardens, return to the Bund, or do some shopping on Nanjing Road.

Shanghai Acrobatic Performance activity
Shanghai, 1h30m
Enjoy a Chinese acrobatic show with tumbling, balancing and plate-spinning and amazing contortionists— truly not to be missed!

Shanghai Holland Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
Yuyuan Gardens
Shanghai
Explore this tranquil, 400-year-old, five-acre garden. Climb to the top of the Rockery to see the greenery from above. Check out the Jade Rock and watch the swarms of goldfish swim around in the ponds. With multiple pavilions and halls there’s plenty to see. Depending on when you visit there may be flower shows or tea ceremonies in the area. Opt to visit the bustling market located outside the gardens and hone your bargaining skills.

Spend a free day exploring the mix of modern and historic in Shanghai before boarding an overnight train to Yangshuo.
Important Notice:
Train is our main mode of transport in China and it's a great way to travel. We aim to get the best sleeping berths available on each train journey. However, train tickets availability is limited during peak travel times, including summer vacations and Chinese national holidays. As such, it is possible that the group may be separated into different carriages or assigned top sleeping berths.

Free time activity
Full Day
Head out and discover energetic Shanghai.

Overnight Train (beds) transport
Shanghai – Yangshuo, 19h
Stretch out and get some well-earned rest en route to the next stop.

Optional Activities
Shanghai Museum
Shanghai
Visit Shanghai Museum, home to a world-class collection of ancient Chinese art. Tour individual galleries devoted to such items as sculpture, bronze, ceramics, jade, coins, Ming and Qing Dynasty furniture, paintings, and calligraphy. Stop at the gift shop on your way out.

Shanghai Acrobatic Performance
Shanghai
Enjoy a Chinese acrobatic show with tumbling, balancing and plate-spinning and amazing contortionists— truly not to be missed!

Oriental Pearl Tower
Shanghai
The Oriental Pearl Tower is an iconic building of Shanghai. Check out the city view from the highest sightseeing level of 350 m!

Spend two days in Yangshuo enjoying the heaps of activities available in this scenic region. Some favourites include dabbling in Tai Chi or Chinese calligraphy, walking and cycling through the countryside, climbing atop a karst for panoramic views or relaxing at one of the town's many cafés.

Try your hand at cooking local fare at a boutique cooking school and pre-book the Central Chinese Cooking Class by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Yangshuo Orientation Walk activity
Yangshuo
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs.

Private Vehicle transport
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport – Yangshuo, 2h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Xinfuan Hotel (West Street) (or similar) accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
Chinese Language Lesson
Enjoy a lesson in basic Mandarin and practice what you've learned with the locals.

Yangshuo Tai Chi Lesson
Yangshuo
Learn how to do Tai Chi, the local exercise regimen. Practice in any park around sunrise, and be sure to have company from locals.

Central Chinese Cooking Class - Yangshuo
Yangshuo
Calling all foodies! Get an inside look at real Chinese food with a tour of the Yangshuo market to learn about the ingredients used in the Yangshuo area. Afterward, learn to cook Chinese food in a traditional Chinese farmhouse in the beautiful countryside just outside Yangshuo. After the cooking class you can sit down and enjoy the delicious dishes you have prepared.

Try your hand at cooking local fare at a boutique cooking school and pre-book the Central Chinese Cooking Class by adding it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Free time activity
Full Day
Get out and explore scenic Yangshuo.

Xinfuan Hotel (West Street) (or similar) accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
Calligraphy Yangshuo
Yangshuo
Watch and learn how to do calligraphy, a traditional form of writing Chinese characters using a brush and ink. See how calligraphers have evolved a richly varied tradition of calligraphic styles, which have been handed down from generation to generation.

Yangshuo Tai Chi Lesson
Yangshuo
Learn how to do Tai Chi, the local exercise regimen. Practice in any park around sunrise, and be sure to have company from locals.

Moon Hill Entrance and Hike
Yangshuo
Enjoy a hike up to Moon Hill, one of Yangshuo's most popular attractions. This karst hill has a huge hole through the middle that's shaped like the moon, hence its name. The views of the surrounding countryside from the hill are spectacular -- it's worth the climb!

Central Chinese Cooking Class - Yangshuo
Yangshuo
Calling all foodies! Get an inside look at real Chinese food with a tour of the Yangshuo market to learn about the ingredients used in the Yangshuo area. Afterward, learn to cook Chinese food in a traditional Chinese farmhouse in the beautiful countryside just outside Yangshuo. After the cooking class you can sit down and enjoy the delicious dishes you have prepared.

Chinese Language Lesson
Enjoy a lesson in basic Mandarin and practice what you've learned with the locals.

Enjoy a morning float down the Li River, then enjoy a traditional lunch at the Jia Community Restaurant. After lunch, transfer to Longji and get ready for the next day's hike with some free time.
Meals included: Lunch
Important Notice:
Luggage Storage: You have the option of storing your larger luggage at the entrance - we recommend bringing a 2-day pack and all valuables. From last stop of bus ride to the guesthouse it takes approx. 20 minutes of walking uphill.
Xing Ping Li River Bamboo Raft activity
Yangshuo, 1h30m
Get on a local boat (called a bamboo raft) and enjoy the gentle ride along the Xingping section, known as the most beautiful portion of the Li River.

Jia Community Restaurant activity
Yangshuo
Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal served by rural women working to create new opportunities for their families. Since the migration of men to urban centres is common in rural regions, women and children now have a safe place to gather and learn together at Community Corners, created by the Rural Women's Development Foundation. In Liandaowan Village, you'll enjoy a meal and support women developing new work skills to become self-reliant. This initiative helps to create meaningful employment alternatives to agriculture as a source of income.

Private Vehicle transport
Yangshuo – Longji, 3h-4h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Liqing Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel

Longji is famous for its centuries old rice terraces, often referred to as the Dragon's Backbone, built along forested mountain slopes that seem to poke into the clouds. Check out the unique wooden architecture of the local Zhuang and Yao people.

Entrance Fee - Longji Rice Terrace activity
Longji, 4h
Enjoy an included half-day trek along hills and terraces, and admire the rice paddies that this area is famous for. Stop for lunch along the way. Longji means "Dragon-backed Mountain", due to the appearance of what look like scales on the mountains when the rice paddies are filled with water in the spring.

Liqing Hotel (or similar) accommodation
Hotel

Transfer to Guilin and board a train to Hong Kong, arriving in the late afternoon.

Private Vehicle transport
Longji – Guilin, 3h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Bullet Train transport
Guilin – West Kowloon, 4h-5h
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.

Border Crossing (China - Hong Kong) activity
Luohu – Hong Kong
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.

Metro transport
Hong Kong, 1h-1h30m
Get around underground via public transit.

Harbour Plaza North Point (or similar) accommodation
Hotel
Optional Activities
The Symphony of Lights - Victoria Harbour
Hong Kong
A Symphony of Lights is a daily (20:00-20:14) light and sound show in Hong Kong. It is the world's largest permanent light and sound show according to Guinness World Records.Take a stroll to the harbour for amazing view of the light show!

Temple Street Night Market
Hong Kong
Temple Street Night Market in Kowloon is a fantastic place to sample some local food. Explore the area, search for the perfect place to eat, and chow down.

Depart at any time.

Departure Day activity
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.