China

Part I: Imperial Beijing

Day 1: Arrival in Beijing

✈️ Arrival: Arrive in Beijing, where you will be warmly greeted.

🚗 Transfer: Transfer to your hotel for check-in.

🍹 Leisure: The rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in.

🏨 Overnight: Beijing.

Day 2: Great Wall, Factories & Olympic Stadium

🧱 Great Wall: Start your journey with a visit to the Great Wall of China at Juyong Pass. Delve into the history of this majestic, centuries-old structure.

🛍️ Stops: Visit the Jade Factory and the Silk Factory for a fascinating tour.

🏟️ Photo Stop: Return to the city for a photo stop at the iconic Olympic Stadium (Bird’s Nest).

🏨 Overnight: Beijing.

Day 3: Forbidden City & Summer Palace

🏛️ History: Begin your day by exploring Tiananmen Square, the city center.

👑 Imperial Palace: Visit the Forbidden City, the largest and most well-preserved collection of ancient imperial structures in China.

🌳 Afternoon: Visit the Summer Palace, a beautiful imperial garden.

🛍️ Shopping: Enjoy some free time for shopping at Yaxiu Market.

🏨 Overnight: Beijing.

Part II: Ancient Xi’an

Day 4: Beijing to Xi’an & City Tour

✈️ Travel: Transfer to the airport or train station for your journey to Xi’an.

🛎️ Check-in: Upon arrival, you will be transported to your hotel for check-in.

🛡️ City Tour: Later, start a city tour highlighting the ancient City Wall and the vibrant Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square with its captivating fountain show.

🏨 Overnight: Xi’an.

Day 5: Terracotta Warriors & Muslim Quarter

🗿 Archaeology: Embark on a tour to the renowned Terra-cotta Warriors, one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.

🏺 Stops: Visit the Arts and Crockery Factory.

🛍️ Culture: Enjoy some leisurely shopping at the vibrant Muslim Bazaar, known for its food and goods.

🏨 Overnight: Xi’an.

Part III: Scenic Guilin

Day 6: Xi’an to Guilin

✈️ Travel: After breakfast, take a flight to Guilin, a city nestled amidst a picturesque landscape of mountains, lakes, and caves.

🛎️ Check-in: Greeted and transferred to your hotel.

🏨 Overnight: Guilin.

Day 7: Li River Cruise & Yangshuo

💎 Factory: Begin the day with a visit to the Pearl Factory.

🚢 Cruise: Prepare for a mesmerizing two-hour cruise down the Li River, where you’ll be surrounded by the surreal beauty of limestone karst formations.

🛍️ Market: Later, explore Yangshuo West Street, a charming market town, offering opportunities for shopping and dining.

🏨 Overnight: Guilin.

Part IV: Modern Shanghai & Departure

Day 8: Guilin to Shanghai

✈️ Travel: Board a flight to Shanghai.

🛎️ Check-in: Greeted upon arrival and accompanied to your hotel.

🏙️ Leisure: The remainder of the day is yours to explore the modern metropolis at your leisure.

🏨 Overnight: Shanghai.

Day 9: Shanghai City Highlights

🙏 Temple: Start your full-day tour with a visit to the Jade Buddha Temple.

🛍️ Stops: Visit a Silk Factory.

🏛️ Waterfront: Explore The Bund, a waterfront area with beautifully restored colonial buildings.

🔭 Skyscraper: Ascend to the 88th floor of the Jinmao Tower for breathtaking city views.

🛒 Shopping: Indulge in some shopping along the famous Nanjing Road.

🏨 Overnight: Shanghai.

Day 10: Depart from Shanghai

🚅 Departure Transfer: Experience a final highlight journey on the Magnetic Train (Maglev) as you are transferred to Pudong International Airport (PVG) for your homeward flight.

👋 Farewell: Depart from Shanghai.