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Shanghai to the Dragon's Backbone - 14 days

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Tour Overview

Discover the heart of China during this 14-day tour, commencing in Shanghai. Head to Beijing, where you'll explore the Forbidden City, Great Wall and historic Hutongs. Journey on to Luoyang to witness the Longmen Caves and the Shaolin Kung Fu Temple, then marvel at Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. After a flight to Guilin and immersive explorations of Yangshuo and Longsheng, head to Shanghai and explore at your own pace.

Start

Shanghai

End

Shanghai

Destination

Shanghai

Days

14

Pace

Medium

Range

Signature

Max Group Size

Min 15 - Max 24

Min Age

15

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Trip Code: FCS

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Beijing - Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, explore the Hutong area of Beijing, enjoy a Chinese Acrobatic Show and taste the famous peking duck

  • Huanghuacheng Great Wall - A section of the Great Wall of China, unique for its partially submerged and picturesque portion of the wall

  • Xi'an - Experience the UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, Terracotta Warrior Factory, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter, City Wall and bike ride and savour a dumpling-making experience

  • Luoyang - Take a high-speed train to Luoyang, and enjoy a visit to the Longmen Caves, food hunt in Old City Shizi Street and watch Kung Fu at a Shaolin Monastery

  • Shanghai – Free time to explore the city or join an optional group tour - highlights include the Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyuan Garden, The Bund and Old Shanghai

  • Guilin - Known for its stunning limestone karsts and lush rice paddies, forming a captivating cross-pattern of natural beauty

  • Longsheng - Embark on a scenic hiking adventure in Longsheng, known as the "backbone of a dragon," and be amazed by its breathtaking rice terraces and vibrant minority villages

  • Yangshuo - Witness the remarkable transformation of Yangshuo from a modest town to a bustling tourist destination, offering captivating landscapes

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

Daily breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, inclusive of traditional Peking Duck dinner in Beijing and dumpling-making experience in Xi'an
13 nights 4 star hotels
Shanghai Airport arrival transfer on day 1
Escorted by an English-speaking tour guide (days 1 – 9) and onward for groups of 6 or more
Services of English-speaking Chinese specialist guides at some sites
All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles
Chinese acrobatic performance
Highspeed train ticket to Luoyang (2nd class)

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$5 - 7 per day, per traveller as a tip for your guide. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture
Departure airport transfer

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

Duration14 days
StartShanghai
EndShanghai
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group24 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $7,345
Was $5,876
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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