China & Hong Kong Itinerary

13 days - unavailable for 2022

Day 1

ARRIVE at BEIJING

Your flight lands at Beijing, the capital of China. You are transferred to the hotel for rest and relaxation.

Day 2

BEIJING

The morning program begins with Tian An Men Square: the largest city square in the world.

Then proceed to the Forbidden City: the residence of emperors for more than 500 years, which houses numerous precious artifacts.

After lunch, take a tour of Hutong by rickshaw with a house visit to explore the real Beijing lifestyle.

Day 3

BEIJING

This morning starts on the Badaling Great Wall: a symbol of the Chinese ancient civilization. This 2,000 year old landmark is an astonishing feat of engineering.

En route, visit a Jade carving factory followed by a lunch at its Friendship Restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit the Summer Palace to see the beautiful Kunming Lake.

At night, enjoy Beijing’s famous Peking Duck Dinner.

Day 4

BEIJING > XIAN

In the morning, visit the Temple of Heaven: the largest temple complexes in China and a paradigm of Chinese architectural balance and symbolism.

Enjoy a Beijing noodle lunch, then visit the Lama Temple (also known as Harmony and Peace Palace Lamasery or Yonghe Lamasery): the largest and most perfectly preserved lamasery in China.

Afterwards, transfer to the airport for the flight to Xian. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for rest.

Day 5

XIAN

The highlight of the day is a visit to The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses: an archaeological dig, excavated from the tomb of the first emperor of the Qin Dynasty.

Then visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.

Lunch at a local restaurant and watch a Noodle-making Demonstration.

In the late afternoon, visit the ancient Shaanxi Provincial Historical Museum.

Tonight, enjoy a Dumpling Dinner and Tang Dynasty Show.

Day 6

XIAN > GUILIN

In the morning visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda: one of the best preserved Buddhist temples in all of China.

Continue to the ancient City Wall.

After lunch, fly to Guilin. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for rest.

Day 7

GUILIN > YANGSHUO > GUILIN

Embark on a wonderful morning cruise with lunch on the Li River. Guilin scenery is acclaimed as the “Best Under Heaven” and the most beautiful scenes are found along the Li River.

After disembarking at Yangshuo, explore the famous West Street and visit the local village and farms.

After dinner, enjoy the Impression Liu San Jie Light Show. In the late evening, drive back to Guilin.

Day 8

GUILIN > CHENGDU

Take a morning flight to Chengdu. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for rest.

After lunch, visit a famous Buddhist temple: Wenshu Temple, where you can see many locals worshiping and burning incense.

En route, visit the People’s Square.

Day 9

CHENGDU

Spend a morning in the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Centre to see the different stages of a giant panda’s life, from baby to young adult to adult.

Have lunch at the Bamboo Restaurant inside the Centre.

After lunch, visit the Jinli Cultural Street to experience local Chengdu food and shop for souvenirs.

At night, enjoy a Sichuan Hot Pot dinner followed by a Sichuan Opera Show.

Day 10

CHENGDU > HONG KONG

Fly to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure.

Day 11

HONG KONG

The morning tour introduces you to many of Hong Kong’s most iconic visual features. First stop is the Peak which overlooks the city's spectacular skyline, Victoria Harbor, and the beautiful South China Sea.

You’ll then board a sampan ride to explore Aberdeen for a fascinating close-up gander at the local fishing community.

Then move on to Stanley Market where you can hunt for a bargain or simply relax within the charming seaside village.

The rest of the afternoon is free for your own leisure.