A journey worth discovering
The experience
Shanghai to the Dragon's Backbone - 14 days, a 14 days tour from Shanghai to Beijing, Luoyang and 4 destinations.
Connect the places
An itinerary overview showing the order of destinations.
Day by day
Transfer (Shanghai Pudong or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, China - Shanghai, China)
Explore historic neighborhoods of Shanghai Visit the Bund Visit Yu Garden
The Bund Yu Garden
Breakfast
Transfer (Shanghai, China - Shanghai Airport, China), Flight (Shanghai, China - Beijing, China), Transfer (Beijing Airport, China - Beijing, China)
Flight from Shanghai to Beijing
Explore Houhai Lake area Explore Beijing's CBD area Visit Temple of Heaven Park
Houhai Lake Temple of Heaven Park
Breakfast, Dinner (Peking roast duck dinner, typically enjoyed wrapped in thin pancakes with spring onions and hoisin sauce)
Visit Tiananmen Square Guided tour of the Forbidden City Walk through Beijing's hutongs Stroll Wangfujing Pedestrian Street Peking roast duck dinner
Tiananmen Square Forbidden City Wangfujing Pedestrian Street
Breakfast
Transfer (Beijing, China - Huanghuacheng, China)
Scenic hike along Huanghuacheng Great Wall Chinese acrobatic performance
Great Wall of China (Huanghuacheng)
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Transfer (Beijing, China - Beijing Railway Station, China), Train (Beijing, China - Luoyang, China), Transfer (Luoyang Railway Station, China - Luoyang, China)
High-speed train to Luoyang (2nd class) Visit Longmen Caves
Explore Old City Shizi Street food market and sample local flavors
Longmen Caves Old City Shizi Street
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant featuring Luoyang cuisine)
Transfer (Luoyang, China - Shaolin Monastery, China)
Visit Xiyuan Park Visit Shaolin Monastery Kung Fu performance at Shaolin Monastery
Xiyuan Park Shaolin Monastery
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner (Dumpling-making experience with dumplings and refreshing drink)
Transfer (Luoyang, China - Luoyang Railway Station, China), Train (Luoyang, China - Xi'an, China), Transfer (Xi'an Railway Station, China - Xi'an, China)
Train journey from Luoyang to Xi'an Bike ride or walk along Xi'an City Wall Explore Muslim Quarter Shadow puppetry show at Gao Family courtyard Visit Small Wild Goose Pagoda and Xi'an Museum Dumpling-making experience and dinner
Xi'an City Wall Muslim Quarter Gao Family Courtyard Small Wild Goose Pagoda Xi'an Museum
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Transfer (Xi'an, China - Terracotta Army site, China), Transfer (Terracotta Army site, China - Xi'an, China)
Visit Terracotta Army and Warriors Visit Terracotta Warrior Factory
Explore Xi'an at own pace
Terracotta Army Terracotta Warrior Factory
Breakfast
Transfer (Xi'an, China - Xi'an Airport, China), Flight (Xi'an, China - Guilin, China), Transfer (Guilin Airport, China - Yangshuo, China)
Flight from Xi'an to Guilin Transfer to Yangshuo
Hiking Bicycle rental to explore mountain trails Motorbike rental to explore mountain trails Observe cormorant fishing tradition Explore West Street shops and tea houses Beginner's art class with local painter Morning cooking class at Cloud 9 cooking school Evening time at cafes, pubs, or bars Watch outdoor cinema Attend Impression Liu Sanjie musical
Guilin Yangshuo West Street
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Transfer (Yangshuo, China - Longsheng, China), Transfer (Longsheng, China - Guilin, China)
Scenic drive to Longsheng Hike through rice terraces Interact with Yao and Red Yao communities
Longsheng Rice Terraces
Breakfast
Transfer (Guilin, China - Guilin Airport, China), Flight (Guilin, China - Shanghai, China), Transfer (Shanghai Airport, China - Shanghai, China)
Flight from Guilin to Shanghai
Full Day City Tour of Shanghai Full Day Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town Full Day Tour to Suzhou Explore Shanghai at own pace
Yu Garden Jade Buddha Temple Zhujiajiao Water Town Suzhou
Breakfast
Explore Shanghai at own pace Shopping in Shanghai Discover local experiences in Shanghai
Breakfast
Plan your next step
From USD 3,856.00 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.
| Start date | End date | Reference price | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Nov 2026 | 19 Nov 2026 | USD 4024.00 | English |
| 18 Dec 2026 | 31 Dec 2026 | USD 3956.00 | English |
| 5 Mar 2027 | 18 Mar 2027 | USD 4000.00 | English |
| 19 Mar 2027 | 1 Apr 2027 | USD 4000.00 | English |
| 26 Mar 2027 | 8 Apr 2027 | USD 4000.00 | English |
| 9 Apr 2027 | 22 Apr 2027 | USD 4000.00 | English |
| 23 Apr 2027 | 6 May 2027 | USD 4000.00 | English |
| 30 Apr 2027 | 13 May 2027 | USD 4000.00 | English |
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