18 Days China Landscape and Cultural Experience

• Hongkong Arrival
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Welcome to the Pearl of the Orient - Hong Kong. Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
The rest of the day is yours to recover from your long journey or to explore this vibrant and prosperous metropolis on your own.

Recommend for Free Time

1.Join the Victoria Harbour Night Cruise, where you can sit comfortably on a sightseeing liner and enjoy the famous view of Victoria Harbour out of the window, or step out onto the deck and revel in the glittering lights on both sides of the harbour.
2.Stroll through Hong Kong's most vibrant night market on Temple Street. Whether you're a shopper or not, Temple Street has it all, from souvenirs to trinkets, clothing to shoes and bags.

• Explore Hong Kong on your own
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Tourism in Hong Kong is extremely well-developed and foreign visitors can easily explore the city independently. Here are our recommended itineraries for a day trip to Hong Kong:
After Breakfast, you can head to the Peak, the highest peak in Hong Kong (552 meters above sea level). You can climb up to the observation deck and enjoy the magnificent skyline and serene harbor view of Hong Kong.
Afterwards, you can visit Repulse Bay, which is known as the Hawaii of the East. It has the most beautiful beaches, long coastline, soft sand, clear water and pleasant climate. After relaxing at Repulse Bay, you can continue to Stanley Market. There, you can browse through the variety of small stores with fancy knick-knacks.

• Hongkong - High-Speed Train to Guilin
• 4+stars Hotel
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Today, you will head to Hong Kong's West Kowloon Station to take the Shinkansen to Guilin, which is about a 3-hour trip.
Upon arrival at Guilin Railway Station, your local guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
The rest of the day is free for you to organize.

Recommend for Free Time

You can take a boat trip on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes, which is the preferred way for many tourists to visit the new Guilin City, and enjoy the amazing night scenery.

• Mopan Mountain Pier - Yangshuo town - Yulong River - Old West Street
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will arrive at Mopan Mountain Pier to take a boat 84 kilometers and 4 hours to arrive in Yangshuo town. We will continue to explore the Yulong River.You can take a bamboo raft cruise on the river to feel the tranquility and leisure.

In the evening, we will stroll through the old West Street, taste the local food and have a glass of wine.

Notice

According to the Yulong River Tourism Regulations. Children less than 1 meter tall and seniors over 70 years old will not be able to experience bamboo rafting, please be aware of this.

• The Elephant Trunk Hill - The Reed Flute Cave - High-Speed Train to Guiyang
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will take a bus to visit the Elephant Trunk Hill. This huge rocky mountain looks like an elephant drinking from the river.

Then drive to the next amazing attraction, the Reed Flute Cave. This is a majestic underground palace with colorful glittering interiors.

As the sun sets, we will bid farewell to Guilin and head to the railway station for our high speed train to Guiyang.

• Guiyang - Anshun - Dou Po Tang Waterfall - Tianxingqiao Scenic Spot - Huangguoshu Falls
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will go to Anshun (about 2.5 hours' drive) You will visit the Dou Po Tang Waterfall, which was once the filming location for the famous TV series Journey to the West, adapted from one of China's four literary classics.
Then, you will take a sightseeing bus to enjoy a close-up view of Tianxingqiao Scenic Spot, which gathers all the essence of karst landscapes and is known as a wonderland miniature landscape of karst ecology.
Afterwards, you will take another scenic drive to visit the Huangguoshu Falls, which is 77.8 meters high and 101 meters wide. This magnificent and stunning sight is not only the largest waterfall in Asia, but also one of the most famous waterfalls in the world.

Note

Since the Huangguoshu Waterfalls Tourist Area does not have the restaurants, we recommend you to have lunch at the restaurant at the entrance of the tourist area, or bring some food of your own.

• Anshun - Loong Palace - Longmen Waterfall - Kwan-yin cave - Qingyan ancient town - High-Speed Train to Leshan
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will drive about 1 hour to Loong Palace in Anshun City. It is known as "the panoramic display of the karst world"
Next, you will enjoy the mighty Longmen Waterfall, which pours down from the 50-meter-high lake and is the largest karst cave waterfall in China.
You will then walk to the Kwan-yin cave to see how nature has created stalactites over 50 meters high in the form of Kwan-yin in this such a magnificent natural karst cave.
After the tour, you will drive 97 kilometers to Qingyan Ancient Town (about 1.5 hours drive). This 600-year-old ancient town has a storied history as a messenger station and military fortress.
Finally, you will drive 40 kilometers to Guiyang North Railway Station to catch a high speed train to Leshan.

• Leshan Giant Buddha - Emeishan Baoguo Temple
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven about 2 hours from Chengdu to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Leshan Giant Buddha, which with a total height of 71 meters is the largest Buddha statue in the world.

You can climb the hill to the Buddha's head department for a closer look, and then walk down the stone steps to its foot to enjoy the full view.
(Please note that you may have to queue if you visit the Big Buddha during peak hours.)

After visiting the Giant Buddha, you can drive for about 45 minutes to the largest temple at the foot of Mount Emei,the Baoguo Temple.

Optional Activities

You can join an amazing 30-minute boat cruise.(at an additional cost) The boat will take you to the front of the Giant Buddha to enjoy the wonderful panoramic view.

• Mount Emei - Leidongping - the Golden Summit
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast you will visit Mount Emei. One of the few World Heritage Sites that is both a cultural and natural heritage You will first arrive at Lei Dong Ping (2400 meters above sea level), you will walk along the stone steps for about 30 minutes to reach the cable car station and you will have the chance to see wild monkeys along the way.

Then take a cable car (about 5 minutes) to reach the Golden Peak (3,077 meters), which is the biggest highlight and essence of Mount Emei. It can be called the largest and highest place of worship of Chinese Buddhism in the world.

After about 1.5 hours of sightseeing at the Golden Peak, return to the tour center. Then your car is ready to transfer you to Chengdu (about 2.5~3 hours).

• The Sanxingdui Ruins - Chengdu People's Park - Jinli Street
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

In the morning, you will visit the Sanxingdui Ruins, which is dubbed as one of the world's greatest archeological discoveries of the 20th century.

In the afternoon, you will step into Chengdu People's Park to experience the unique leisure and ease of this city. The relaxation of napping, the clash of mahjong, the joy of natural ear cleaning.

At nightfall, you will step into the old streets of Jinli. You will be tempted by a wide range of food, exquisite handicrafts and interesting folklore performances.

Recommend for Free Time

1. Take a stroll down Chunxi Road and have some snacks.
2. Watch a Chinese kung fu or Sichuan Opera show and you can ask guide to buy tickets for you.
3. Take a walk around Chengdu on your own to experience Chengdu's residential life.

• Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding - Transfer to Xi'an
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

Early in the morning, you will visit the Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Chengdu. Here is the cozy home of more than a hundred of pandas of different ages.You can observe pandas up close and learn facts about pandas.

Then you'll go to a local restaurant for a Sichuan specialty hot pot that spicy and flavorful.

After the lunch, you will go to airport and take a flight to Xi'an. Your tour guide will wait for you at the airport and help you to transfer to the hotel.

• Terracotta Warriors and Horses - Da Ci'en Temple - Big Wild Goose Pagoda - Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

In the morning, we will pick you up from the hotel and drive about 40 kilometers to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses. These Terracotta Warriors were built by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. You will also have the opportunity to experience traditional culture by making a miniature pottery figurine.

After lunch, we will return to downtown Xi'an and visit the Da Ci'en Temple. This temple was a famous translation site for Buddhist scriptures during the Tang Dynasty. If you are interested in Big Wild Goose Pagoda, you can climb it (extra charge applies) for a great view of the city. Then you can also try on the Chinese traditional dress for free to experience the solemnity and elegance of ancient China.

As night falls, we will take you to Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City. This is a great place to enjoy the charming night view where you can reminisce the prosperity and splendor of the Tang Dynasty.

• Xi'an Museum - Small Wild Goose Pagoda - Ancient City Wall - High-speed train to Luoyang
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

In the morning we will visit Xi'an Museum and Small Wild Goose Pagoda learn learn about the profound historical and cultural heritage of Xi'an.

In the afternoon, we will go to the Ancient City Wall, which is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China. You can rent a bicycle (extra charge applies) for a leisurely ride on the ancient city wall and enjoy the panoramic view of Xi'an.

Then we will also take you to visit the bustling Muslim Quarter to taste the authentic local snacks and experience the different cultural atmosphere.

After the tour, take high-speed train to Luoyang . Your tour guide will wait for you at the station and help you to transfer to the hotel.

• Shaolin Temple - Pagoda Forest - Shaolin Temple Wushu Training Center - Shaolin Kung Fu school
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, You will visit Shaolin Temple, the holy land of Chan and the cradle of Kung Fu.
Don't forget to visit the famous Pagoda Forest, the largest existing pagoda forest in China. In addition, you will enjoy a wonderful Kung Fu performance by Shaolin Monks at the Shaolin Temple Wushu Training Center.

Afterwards, you will head to one of the most popular Shaolin Kung Fu schools in Dengfeng to participate in a Kung Fu training program that will last for about 2 hours. A professional Kung Fu instructor will personally guide you and help you master some real Shaolin Kung Fu skills.

Tips

1. The Kung Fu training program can be customized to fit your schedule and interests.
2. Please bring your own sportswear, which is not provided by the Kung Fu school.

• Luoyang Museum - Longmen Grottoes - Highe-speed train to Beijing
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will start your day with a visit to Luoyang Museum. The "Special Treasure" is especially worth seeing for its collection of tri-colored glazed pottery from the Tang Dynasty and other fine bronzes.

After visiting the Luoyang Museum, it takes about a 20-minute drive to Longmen Grottoes, an iconic attraction in Luoyang that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit the main caves (such as Fengxian Temple, Guyang Cave, and the three Bingyang Caves) to admire the treasures of Chinese Buddhist art and sculptures.

After the tour, you will proceed to Luoyang Longmen Railway Station to take the high speed train to Beijing.

• Tian'anmen Square - Forbidden City - Jingshan Park - Summer Palace
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, our guide will meet you up at the hotel lobby to start today's journey.

First, we will reach the Tian'anmen Square. Standing in the North Square, you can look up at the Tian'anmen Tower, where Chairman Mao proclaimed the founding of the People's Republic of China.

Passing through Tian'anmen Square, you will step into the Forbidden City, a magnificent palace complex that was once home to 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Then we will make a short trip to Jingshan Park, where we will enjoy the entire Forbidden City from the Watchtower at the top of the hill.

In the afternoon, we will drive to the Summer Palace, the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China. Here, you can stroll among the ancient pavilions, mansions and temples, enjoying the beauty of small bridges and winding corridors.

Recommend for Activities

Experience the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
Watch Peking Opera Show, Acrobatic Show or Kung fu Show(Performances are usually from 19:15 to 20:15)

• The Great Wall - Bird's Nest/Water Cube
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, we will drive about 70 kilometers to the Mutianyu section of the world-famous Great Wall. It is well-preserved and relatively unvisited and impresses visitors with its rich vegetation and magnificent natural scenery.

You will take an easy cable car ride up the Great Wall. Then Climbing up to the towering towers overlooking the Great Wall as it winds along the ridge will surely keep you coming back for more. At the end of the Great Wall tour, we will take the cable car down the mountain.
(Note: If you are physically fit, you may also choose to hike up and down).

Afterwards, we will return to Beijing, stopping on the way to visit the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube from the outside in the Olympic Village.

Recommend for Dinner

After a full day of sightseeing, you can plan for the Peking duck dinner at Quanjude.

• Temple of Heaven - Hutongs - Beijing Departure
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• Breakfast&Lunch

We will visit the Temple of Heaven, a sacred site used in ancient times to worship the heavens and pray for a good harvest. Nowadays, it has become a lively place where locals perform traditional activities such as Tai Chi, dancing, kite flying and calligraphy.

Then we will visit the Hutongs(old alleyways) and take a rickshaw ride through Beijing's hutongs. For lunch you will learn to make and eat dumplings in the hutongs for an in-depth experience Beijing local lifestyle.

In the afternoon, our driver will pick up you and transfer to the airport for your flight to your next destination or home. We wish you a wonderful memory of your trip and look forward to meeting you again.