Beijing — Zhangjiajie — Shanghai
Arrive in Beijing, whose history spans over 3,000 years.
Excursion program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
9:00-10:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
10:00-10:30 Departure for the Palace Palace.
10:30-12:30 Visit to the Palace Palace (excluding the Treasure Gallery and Clock Gallery). Explore the Palace Palace World Heritage Site! Immerse yourself in the largest and best-preserved complex of wooden palace buildings in the world and discover the legendary eras of 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Admire the red walls and yellow roof tiles, as well as the painted dragon frescoes.
12:30-1:00 PM Transfer to the restaurant.
1:00-2:00 PM Lunch.
2:00-2:30 PM Departure for Nanluoguxiang.
2:30-3:30 PM Nanluoguxiang Street Tour - Stroll through the ancient alleys of Beijing and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of traditional city life. Explore streets preserved from the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, admire the typical Beijing courtyards (siheyuan) with their gray walls and tiles, browse the workshops and shops of artisans, and sample authentic Beijing cuisine. Visit an old Beijing Hutong.
3:30-4:30 PM Hutong Rickshaw Tour (If closed for political reasons, the tour is moved to Prince Gong's Mansion).
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM Departure for Beijing's Qianmeng Street. Group breaks up. Independent exploration and return to the hotel.
Tour program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
8:00-9:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a free transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
9:00-10:30 Departure to the Great Wall of China (Mutianyu)
10:30-12:30 Tour of the Great Wall of China (Mutianyu) (optional round-trip cable car ride for 140 yuan). Conquer the largest section of the Great Wall of China, Mutianyu (5,400 m)! Amidst 96% green forest cover, majestic mountain views unfold before you. Climb the "Heroic Slope," touch ancient Ming Dynasty bricks, and admire the endless Yangshan Range.
12:30-1:00 PM Transfer to the restaurant.
1:00-2:00 PM Lunch.
2:00-3:30 PM Departure for the Summer Palace
3:30-5:30 PM Visit the Summer Palace (not included: Foxiang Pavilion, Suzhou Street, and boat ride) — China's largest imperial garden and a World Heritage Site! Enjoy the pinnacle of oriental garden design: picturesque landscapes in the style of southern China, the famous Foxiange with its four-tiered roof, red columns, and green tiles. Stroll along the world's longest gallery (728 m) with more than 14,000 frescoes depicting nature, flowers, and birds.
5:30-6:00 PM Departure for Wangfujing Street. Group breakup. Independent exploration and return to the hotel.
Tour program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
9:00-10:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
10:00-10:30 Departure to the Lama Temple.
10:30-11:30 Visit the Lama Temple (Yonghegong), the largest royal Tibetan Buddhist temple in Beijing, formerly the palace of the Qing Dynasty emperors. Admire the harmonious blend of Han, Tibetan, and Mongolian architectural styles and admire the 26-meter-tall white sandalwood statue of Maitreya.
11:30-12:00 Transfer to the restaurant.
12:00-13:00 Lunch.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Departure to the Temple of Heaven.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Temple of Heaven Tour (including the Echo Wall and Temple of Prayer) - Experience the sacred site where Chinese emperors offered sacrifices to Heaven – the Temple of Heaven. Admire the famous Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests with its unique three-tiered round roof of blue tiles, dragon reliefs, and vibrant frescoes. Experience the mastery of ancient Chinese architecture in all its glory.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Departure for a tea ceremony.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Tea tasting and tea art demonstration.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Departure to the Olympic Stadium "Bird's Nest." Group breakup. Independent exploration and return to the hotel. (Bird's Nest tickets not included).
Day 4
Arrive in Zhangjiajie on your own according to your flight schedule and check into your hotel.
Day 5
Arrival in Zhangjiajie.
Tour itinerary:
10:00 AM Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. (Wulingyuan District only). The exact time will be announced the day before the tour.
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Excursion to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (excluding the Ten Li Gallery mini-train). Ride the Hundred Dragons Elevator (the tallest and heaviest outdoor elevator in the world, at 326 meters, with approximately a third of the elevator running inside the mountain) to the Tianzishan Mountains, offering views of the First Bridge in the Middle Kingdom and Mount Jiankunzhu, which appeared in the film "Avatar." After the tour, descend on the Tianzishan Cableway.
6:00 PM: Group disbandment, return to hotel. (Wulingyuan area only)
Day 6
9:00 AM Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary shuttle service from their accommodation to the meeting point. (Wulingyuan District only). The exact time will be announced the day before the tour.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Baofeng Lake Tour (including boat ride) - Enjoy the beauty of Baofeng Lake, one of the most picturesque lakes in the world. The emerald waters, seemingly embedded in the mountain peaks, create a unique landscape. A boat ride along the shores, listening to the mountain songs of Tujia girls, and experiencing the ethnic flavor will provide an unforgettable experience.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Yellow Dragon Caves Tour (including boat ride) - Uncover the secrets of Huanglong, recognized as the best karst cave in the world. An 8-minute boat ride along an 800-meter underground river will transport you to a fairytale world. Admire 19-meter-high stalactites and stalagmites dating back 200,000 years, the thinnest of which are only 10 cm. Colorful 3D projections on the cave walls will provide a unique visual experience.
12:30-1:30 PM Lunch (at your own expense)
1:30-2:00 PM Departure for Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
2:00-4:00 PM Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Tour (including glass bridge, no extra services) — Experience the thrill of walking on the highest and longest glass bridge in the world (400 m high, 370 m long)! Walk above the clouds, admiring the beauty of the canyon; a safe route is provided for those with a fear of heights. Deep in the canyon, waterfalls, rivers, and pure mountain air await you. You can try a 260-meter bungee jump, a 300-meter high zipline, or a 600-meter granite slide—a complete thrill of speed and adrenaline! At the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, nature and extreme experiences merge.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Group breakup and return to the hotel. (Wulingyuan area only).
Day 7
9:00 AM Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a free shuttle service from their accommodation to the meeting point. (Wulingyuan area only). The exact time will be announced the day before the tour.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM Departure for Tianmenshan, "Heaven's Gate Mountain"
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Excursion to Tianmenshan, "Heaven's Gate Mountain" (including the glass bridge, without the cable car)
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Lunch (at your own expense)
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM Excursion to the "Seventy-Two Magic Towers" - you'll see the world's tallest suspended building (109.9 m) and a colorful street of traditional cuisine. Unique folk performances, handicrafts, and cultural heritage await you. This place combines gastronomy, performing arts, shopping, and entertainment—a must-see in Zhangjiajie!
5:30-6:30 PM: Group disbandment, return to the hotel (Wulingyuan area only) or transfer to the airport/train station (no guide).
Arrive in Shanghai on your own according to your flight schedule and check into your hotel.
Arrival in Shanghai—the world's largest metropolis, largest port, and one of the world's major financial centers.
Excursion program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
9:00-10:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
10:00-10:30 Departure for Yuyuan Garden
10:30-12:00 Visit to Yuyuan Garden—Visit a 600-year-old Taoist shrine—the Temple of the City Deity. Admire the Ming-style architecture with red walls and black roof tiles, and stone sculptures of Taoist figures. Stroll through the temple's shopping area, buy original handicrafts, and sample signature Shanghai snacks, including the famous xiaolongbao.
12:00-12:30 Transfer to the restaurant.
12:30-1:30 Lunch.
1:30-3:00 PM Walk along the Wai Tan River.
3:00-4:00 PM Huangpu River Cruise - Embark on a 45-minute river cruise along the Huangpu River, admiring famous buildings from the deck, including the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Bund. The fresh breeze, city lights, and unique atmosphere will make this cruise a special Shanghai experience.
4:00-4:30 PM Departure to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Visit to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower (first and second spheres) - Walk along the transparent observation ring at a height of 259 meters and admire the panoramic views of the city and the Huangpu River.
6:00 PM Group disbandment. Return to the hotel on your own.
Tour program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
8:00-9:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary shuttle service from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
9:00-10:30 Departure for Suzhou.
10:30-12:30 Tiger Hill Tour. On Tiger Hill in Suzhou, you can see the second-largest leaning tower in the world, the Huqiu Tower (47.7 meters tall), built more than 200 years earlier than the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. While strolling through the grounds, explore the Yuan-dynasty Hall of Interrupted Beams with its yellow walls and gray tiles, the bonsai garden, and the sword-shaped "Sword Pond."
12:30-1:30 Lunch.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Visit to Panmen Gate - Admire China's only completely preserved ancient city gate with water and land fortifications (8 meters high)! Stroll along the mighty walls, admire the ancient canal, the Wumen Bridge (66 meters long), and the thousand-year-old Ruiguang Tower from the Tang and Song dynasties, and experience the wisdom of ancient Chinese fortification art.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Silk Museum - Visit the Suzhou Silk Museum to learn about silk production technology and its historical development. Admire valuable silk exhibits, watch a loom in action, and appreciate the craftsmanship of Suzhou Jacquard, an intangible cultural heritage of China.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Departure for Nanjin Street. Group disbandment. Independent walk and return to the hotel.
Tour program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
7:00-8:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
8:00-11:00 Departure to Hangzhou.
11:00-12:30 Tea plantation.
12:30-1:30 Lunch.
1:30-3:30 PM West Lake Boat Ride - Take a boat ride on the World Heritage site of West Lake. Admire the famous "Three Pagodas Reflected in the Moon" against the backdrop of the one-yuan banknote, where three stone towers rise in the middle of the lake – a perfect photo opportunity.
Leifeng Pagoda — The famous Leifeng Pagoda, built in the style of the Tang and Song dynasties. Inside, you'll see enormous wooden carvings depicting the love story of a mortal and a shape-shifting snake. You can also explore the ruins of an ancient pagoda and rare artifacts. Climb to the fifth floor for breathtaking views of West Lake.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Departure for Tianzifang. Group breakup. Explore independently and return to your hotel.
Included in the price
2. Meals as per the program
3. Complimentary transfer to the meeting point
Comments
1. If arriving at the meeting point requires a vehicle without a guide, the guide will wait for guests directly at the agreed meeting point.
2. Transfer to the airport or train station will be provided during the bus ride to
the hotel. A separate transfer to the airport or train station is available upon request.
3. Accommodation services are available upon request.
Additional charges
2. Roundtrip airport-hotel-airport transfer
3. Meals
4. Hotel accommodation
5. Roundtrip airport-hotel-airport transfer
6. Transfer to the hotel each night