A journey worth discovering
The experience
China Grand Cities & Pandas - 12 days, a 12 days tour from Beijing to Xi'an, Chengdu and 4 destinations.
Connect the places
An itinerary overview showing the order of destinations.
Day by day
Breakfast
Transfer (Beijing Airport, China - Beijing, China)
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Chinese lunch)
Transfer (Beijing, China - Tiananmen Square, Beijing, China), Transfer (Tiananmen Square, Beijing, China - Back Lakes (Houhai) area, Beijing, China)
Visit Tiananmen Square Explore the Forbidden City Hike to Jingshan Park for panoramic views of the Forbidden City from Coal Hill Traditional Chinese lunch Stroll through Nanluoguxiang Alley in the Back Lakes (Houhai) area Visit local tea house
Night show Peking duck dinner
Tiananmen Square Forbidden City Jingshan Park Nanluoguxiang Alley Back Lakes (Houhai)
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Chinese lunch at a local restaurant)
Transfer (Beijing, China - Mutianyu, China), Transfer (Mutianyu, China - Beijing, China)
Visit Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China Choose to hike or take cable car along the Great Wall Traditional Chinese lunch at a local restaurant Visit jade carving factory to witness traditional Chinese craftsmanship Photos at Bird's Nest and Water Cube (2008 Beijing Olympics venues)
Great Wall of China - Mutianyu Section Bird's Nest Water Cube
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at authentic local Chinese restaurant)
Transfer (Beijing, China - Beijing Train Station, China), Train (Beijing, China - Xi'an, China), Transfer (Xi'an Train Station, China - Xi'an, China)
Visit Temple of Heaven Leisurely stroll through Beijing Hutongs Lunch at authentic local Chinese restaurant High-speed train from Beijing to Xi'an
Temple of Heaven
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch close by)
Transfer (Xi'an, China - Qin Terracotta Warriors, China), Transfer (Qin Terracotta Warriors, China - Xi'an, China)
Visit Qin Terracotta Warriors Visit local pottery workshop to see how figurines are crafted Chinese lunch Visit Bell Tower Explore Gao's Courtyard with paper-cutting and shadow puppetry Leisure time in Muslim Quarter
Shopping for souvenirs in Muslim Quarter
Qin Terracotta Warriors Bell Tower Gao's Courtyard Muslim Quarter
Breakfast
Transfer (Chengdu, China - Xi'an Train Station, China), Train (Xi'an, China - Chengdu, China), Transfer (Chengdu Train Station, China - Chengdu, China)
Leisurely visit to Ancient City Wall High-speed train from Xi'an to Chengdu
Ancient City Wall
Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch featuring traditional Sichuan cuisine at a well-loved local restaurant)
Transfer (Chengdu, China - Chengdu Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre, China), Transfer (Chengdu Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre, China - Chengdu, China)
Visit Chengdu Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre Lunch featuring traditional Sichuan cuisine at local restaurant Leisurely walk through People's Park Explore historic Kuanzhai Alley Dinner at nearby eatery
Chengdu Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre People's Park Kuanzhai Alley
Breakfast, Lunch (Meal or perhaps hotpot at a local restaurant)
Transfer (Chengdu, China - Chengdu Airport, China), Flight (Chengdu, China - Guilin, China), Transfer (Guilin Airport, China - Guilin, China)
Explore Sichuan's Culinary Art Visit Jinsha Ruins Museum Meal or hotpot at local restaurant Visit Wuhou Temple Stroll through Jinli Ancient Street Flight from Chengdu to Guilin
Jinsha Ruins Museum Wuhou Temple Jinli Ancient Street
Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch on board the deluxe cruise)
Sailing (Guilin, China - Yangshuo, China), Transfer (Yangshuo, China - Guilin, China)
Deluxe cruise along Li River with buffet lunch on board Explore West Street in Yangshuo
Cycle around Yulong River area Sightseeing car to parking area
Li River Yangshuo West Street Yulong River
Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer (Guilin, China - Reed Flute Cave, China), Transfer (Elephant Trunk Hill, China - Guilin Airport, China), Flight (Guilin, China - Shanghai, China), Transfer (Shanghai Airport, China - Shanghai, China)
Explore Reed Flute Cave Visit Elephant Trunk Hill Lunch Flight from Guilin to Shanghai
Reed Flute Cave Elephant Trunk Hill
Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer (Shanghai, China - Old Shanghai, China), Transfer (Old Shanghai, China - Shanghai, China)
Stroll through Old Shanghai Explore Shikumen stone gatehouses Visit historic Bund Visit Yuyuan Garden Lunch at local Chinese restaurant Visit Jade Buddha Temple Visit silk museum Relax on Riverside Promenade in Lujiazui CBD Enjoy views from Shanghai Tower
ERA Acrobatic Show
Old Shanghai Shikumen Bund Yuyuan Garden Jade Buddha Temple Shanghai Tower Lujiazui CBD
Breakfast
Transfer (Shanghai, China - Shanghai Airport, China)
Transfer to airport
Maglev train to Pudong Airport
Plan your next step
From USD 5,770.00 per person
Final price and additional fees confirmed for your dates and group.
Price based on Double Room
Dates and prices are planning references. The agency will confirm current availability, inclusions and the final price for your travel plans.
The people behind the journey
Ask us about this itinerary and we’ll help you explore the next steps. The travel agency will confirm the services, travel contract, payment arrangements and trip details.
Explore this agency’s tours →Tell us your preferred travel dates, group size and any changes you’d like to make. Before proceeding, review the hotels, transport, included services and cancellation terms with the travel agency.
Ask About This Trip →Follow your curiosity
Beijing → Xi'an → Leshan → … → Shanghai
11 Days China Panda Tour, a 11 days tour from Beijing to Xi'an, Chengdu and 3 destinations.
Travel agency Top China Travel
Beijing → Xi'an → Zhujiajiao → … → Shanghai
China Golden Triangle 8D Group Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, a 8 days tour from Beijing to Xi'an, Shanghai and 2 destinations.
Travel agency Top China Travel
Beijing → Xi'an → Zhangjiajie → … → Shanghai
11 Days China Natural Wonders Group Tour, a 11 days tour from Beijing to Xi'an, Zhangjiajie and 1 destination.
Travel agency Top China Travel