China's Golden Path - 11 days
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Tour Overview
Discover China's highlights on this immersive 11-day journey from Beijing to Shanghai, blending ancient wonders with modern flair. Explore Beijing's icons, from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, complete with a celebratory toast. Travel on to Xi'an to marvel at the Terracotta Army and enjoy hands-on cultural experiences, before flying to Chongqing to board a luxury Yangtze River cruise. Sail through the dramatic Three Gorges and visit the Three Gorges Dam, then finish in dynamic Shanghai with its gardens, museums and skyline cruise. This well-paced tour combines history, scenery and comfort.
Start
Beijing
End
Shanghai
Destination
Shanghai
Days
11
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 15 - Max 18
Min Age
15
Trip Code: CHGOPA
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Beijing - Discover Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and traditional hutongs by rickshaw, plus a Peking roast duck welcome dinner
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Mutianyu Great Wall - Walk a restored section of the Great Wall with a round-trip cable car and time to explore the ramparts independently
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Xi'an - Encounter the Terracotta Army, visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and enjoy a Tang Dynasty music and dance show with dumpling dinner
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Chongqing - Experience the city’s dramatic hillside landmarks before boarding a luxury Yangtze River cruise ship
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Yangtze River - Cruise through the Three Gorges with shore excursions including Fengdu Ghost City and a traditional riverside performance
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Three Gorges Dam - View the world’s largest hydroelectric project during a guided excursion after disembarking the cruise
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Shanghai - Explore classical gardens, historic streets, the Bund waterfront and the city skyline on a Huangpu River cruise
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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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.
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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.
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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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