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7 Days/6 Night
This 7-day trip starts from Beijing, and end in Shanghai. It covers fascinating natural and cultural attractions of Beijing, Xian, Guilin and Shanghai. With its colorful features, Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China, a cultural center, a center of international communication, and one of China's famous historical and cultural cities and ancient capitals.You will have an unforgettable memory by visiting the most representative cities in China.
Attractions: Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang), Forbidden City-The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven, Back Lakes (Hou Hai)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Beijing
Explore Beijing from the world’s largest public square, Tiananmen Square. It is one of the largest city squares in the world, located in the centre of Beijing, and is one of the symbols of China. The square is vast and often hosts a variety of grand events and celebrations, such as the annual flag-raising ceremony for National Day.Walk to the Forbidden City from Tiananmen Square. It was the imperial palace of China during the Ming and Qing dynasties and is located on the central axis in the centre of Beijing,learning the legendary story of the emperors and how the royal family lived there.
In the afternoon, you will see the Temple of Heaven with its unique architectures, where the emperors worshiped the heavens in hopes of good harvests.Originally a site used to pay homage to Heaven and pray for good harvests, it is now a bustling place where locals take part in traditional activities such as Tai Chi, dancing, kite flying, water calligraphy, and others.Savor an authentic stir-fried lunch in the Hutong. It is where local beijingners lives. The Hutong date back to Yuan Dynasty with over 700 years history. Stroll along the Back Lakes (Houhai) , Hou Lake, Yandai Xie Street, Yinding Bridge, Beigongfang Hutong, Shichahai Scenic Resort and experience people's life, culture and history. It is the true gem of Beijing.
Attractions: Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Bejing
This morning you will be taken to Mutianyu Great Wall to experience at first hand the wonder of the Great Wall. The round-trip cable car will be arranged. Standing on the wall and looking at it stretching up and down into boundless distance is an exciting experience and will leave you a life-long memory. Lunch is on your own and your guide will gladly assist.
In Summer Palace,The Temple of Putuo Zongxian is the birthplace of the Putuo Sect of Buddhism in China. Built in the Qing Dynasty, it is mainly dedicated to Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy. There are many ancient buildings and cultural relics in the temple, where you can worship and pray for blessings and feel the religious atmosphere while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the mountains.In the afternoon, you will experience a 5-hour high speed train to Xi'an. Your local guide and driver will meet you at Xi'an North Railway Station and drive you to check in at the hotel.In the afternoon, you will experience a 5-hour high speed train to Xi'an. Your local guide and driver will meet you at Xi'an North Railway Station and drive you to check in at the hotel.
Attractions: Great Mosque of Xi'an, Muslim Quarter, Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Xi’an
Your friendly Beijing driver will transfer you to PEK airport. Guests book Flights and Hotels on own. Your Xi'an tour guide greets you at Xi'an Xianyang Airport. Then you will be transferred to Xi'an Mosque which is the largest Mosque in china. It was constructed in Ming Dynasty. An active place of worship within Xi'an Muslim Quarter.
Savor a delightful lunch at Xi'an Muslim Quater. Xi'an Muslim Quater is a large muslim area in Xi'an City. The Muslim population living in the quarter was about 33,000 people. It is well known for its food. There are tons of restaurants, food stores, souvenirs ...etc.
Located in the southern suburb of Xi'an, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda is one of the famous ancient buildings in China. Climbing up the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, visitors can overlook the surrounding scenery and the whole city. It is also an important destination for Buddhist culture, and visitors can enjoy the rich Buddhist cultural art and historical relics.Here, you will have an experience to wear the traditional clothes of Han Nationality to stroll around.Then, your guide will transfer you to the airport for the flight to Shanghai. After arrival, you will be met and led to the hotel by the local guide.Seize this rare opportunity to take some photos to record this unique memory!
Attractions: The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Guilin
Today we start to explore the ancient city by driving to Terracotta Warriors and explore one of the world's most important archaeological finds, with troops, horses and carriages in battle formation. It is the guardian of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor and is a magnificent group of terracotta warriors considered one of the eighth wonders of the world.A Chinese Lunch will be arranged nearby the scenic area of Terracotta Warriors.
In the afternoon, we drive back to visit the Ancient City Wall, which represents one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls. You may choose to ride a bicycle(optional) on the wall to go around.The tour finishes by dropping-off at the hotel lobby. You could ask your local guide for some information about evening entertainment or night show, such as Tang Dynasty Show.After the tour, your Xi 'an guide will drive you to Xi 'an Xianyang Airport. Your Guilin driver will meet you at Guilin Liangjiang Airport and transport you to your lovely Guilin hotel. Guests book their own flights and hotels.
Attractions: Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces, Ping'an Village
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Guilin
Your friendly tour guide will meet you at 9:00am. Then you will be transferred to Dragon's backbone rice terraces. Dragon's backbone Rice terraces is the most amazing rice terrace in China. Construction of the terraces began in Yuan Dynasty over 700 years ago. Layers of rice in Fall, Layers of Green in Summer, Layers of Water in Spring, Layers of frost in Winter. Start your epic experience and hiking in the massive terrace with the option that you can choose driving up and hike down approximately 1.5 hour. Hike around to see the "stars& moon" and the "dragons & tigers" Explore the stunning rice terraces appear like tiered ribbons winding around the carved contours of undulating hillside. Immerse yourself to this spectacular views.
Savor a delightful lunch at 2:30pm in the Ping'an village. Stroll along Ping'an village there you will see traditional country houses made of Bamboo and wooden, hardworking donkeys and beautiful roosters. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your lovely hotel in Guilin.
Attractions: Li River, West Street, Xianggongshan
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Shanghai
Take a cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo. Li River is the essence of the landscape in this area, especially the section from Guilin to Yangshuo, which is reputed as 'A Hundred Miles Gallery'. The cruise ship will arrive at Yangshuo in about 4.5 hours.Xianggong Mountain is about 1 hour drive from Yangshuo, It is best place to have a bird view of Li River. It takes you about 15 minutes hiking up the hill.
After docking at Yangshuo, you will walk through the well-known West Street.West Street is a historic pedestrian street in Guilin and a favourite shopping and dining area for tourists. West Street retains the traditional architecture and atmosphere of southern China, with many quaint shops and snack stalls. Then you will enjoy the amazing rural scenery as we drive along the surrounding country roads of Yangshuo. En route, you will be invited to visit a villager's home. After that, transfer you back to Guilin.huo in about 4.5 hours.Your Shanghai Mandarin Speaking Driver will pick you up from airport and transfer you to your lovely hotel in Shanghai.
Attractions: Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Former French Concession, Yu Garden (Yuyuan), The Bund (Wai Tan)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Not Included
You will take a full day of sightseeing to explore both the past and present of Shanghai. Your first stop is Shanghai Museum, one of the Best Four Museums in China. To help you learn about the history and facts about the relics in the museum easily, an Audio Explanation Device will be prepared for you. Then you will take an interesting visit to Yu Garden, a shining star among all the ancient Chinese gardens in Jiangnan.
Adjacent to the garden is the Yuyuan Bazaar where you can savor tasteful local snacks and explore elaborate traditional Chinese handicrafts and art works. Next, you will drive several kilometers to enjoy a panoramic view of the modern face of Shanghai from the 100th floor (474m) of “the Eye of Shanghai” Shanghai World Financial Center.Savor a delightful lunch at Former French Concession. You will learn the colonial ear's history from 1849 till 1943 at an area of 66 hectares (163.09acres). See the transaction of French villas became a shared homes for Shanghainese today. There are plenty cafes, bars, smoothie shops, homemade ice cream shops and boutique stores on the way.
Then back to the Bund, admire the illuminated buildings lining the Huangpu River. which is one of the most famous landmarks in Shanghai, where you will find the high buildings such as Oriental Pearl TV Tower are just on the opposite of Huangpu River. Enjoy a local lunch in a local restaurant nearby the bund. You will stroll along the Bund, seeing and feeling the perfect fusion of Chinese and Western cultures while at the same time taking in the stunning Shanghai skyline with your own eyes!The last stop is a traditional street named Tianzifang, where is full of a sense of culture and arts.