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China Grand Tour - 13 days

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Tour Overview

Kick off in Beijing and wrap up in Shanghai on a 13 day journey blending imperial icons, high speed hops and river serenity. You’ll visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, see the Great Wall at Mutianyu – and wander the Summer Palace and the hutongs around Houhai. Zip to Xi’an to marvel at the Terracotta Warriors, then continue to Chengdu for teahouse culture and an encounter with giant pandas. Board a three night Yangtze cruise through the Three Gorges – expect stops like Shibaozhai or Fengdu and Shennong Stream – before savouring Shanghai’s Yu Garden, the Bund and that glittering skyline.

Start

Beijing

End

Shanghai

Destination

Shanghai

Days

13

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 0 - Max 25

Min Age

0

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Trip Code: GTOC13

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Great Wall: Stroll along the restored Mutianyu section and see how the undulating wall disappears into the horizon in front of you.

  • Forbidden City: Discover the majesty of the walled imperial palace which was reserved for China's royalty for centuries.

  • Terracotta Army: Pay homage to the immortal clay warriors unearthed after 2,000 years guarding China's first emperor in the afterlife.

  • The Yangtze River: The longest river in Asia and third longest in the world, the Yangtze carries you on an eternal journey through China's heartland.

  • Shanghai: A city of contrasts where China's traditional past meets modern technology and futuristic design.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE: Operated with a local English-speaking guide
MEALS: 12 Breakfasts 8 Lunches (Day 2,3,5,7-11) 2 Dinners (Day 8, 9)
TRANSPORT: Private arrival transfer from Beijing Airport to hotel in Beijing Air-conditioned coaches throughout the tour 2nd class seat on the bullet train from Beijing – Xi’an (Day 4) 2nd class seat on the bullet train from Xi’an – Chengdu (Day 6) 2nd class seat on the bullet train from Chengdu – Chongqing (Day 7) 2nd class seat on the bullet train from Yichang – Shanghai (Day 10) Private departure transfer from hotel in Shanghai-to-Shanghai Airport
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary; Forbidden City (excl. exhibitions), Temple of Heaven and tea ceremony (Day 2); Great Wall Mutianyu section tour, cable car ride, Cloisonné Factory tour and Summer Palace tour (excl. boat, theatre and Longevity Hill) (Day 3); Beijing's Hutongs tour (Day 4); Terracotta Warriors Museum tour and Big Wild Goose Pagoda visit (excl. climbing the tower) (Day 5); Dujiangyan Giant Panda Base visit (Day 7); Shennong Stream tour (Day 9); Three Gorges Dam tour (Day 10); Yu Garden visit, Jade Buddha Temple tour and Silk Factory visit (Day 11)
OTHER: Meet & Greet at Beijing International Airport
ACCOMMODATION: 9 nights 4-star hotel & 3 nights aboard a Yangtze cruise

Not Included

International flights & visas
Local taxes if applicable
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
Ghost City Fengdu tour on Day 8 (payable on spot)
White Emperor City on Day 9 (payable on spot)
Guide services or porterage on the trains
Optional tours and activities
The itinerary on the cruise is just for reference, subject to change according to the cruise company

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration13 days
StartBeijing
EndShanghai
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group25 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $8,145
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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