14-Day Ultimate China Tour: Beijing – Xi’an – Chengdu – Zhangjiajie – Shanghai

Morning / Afternoon:

• Arrival in Beijing: Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.
• Check-in & Refresh: Settle into your accommodation (recommend a boutique hotel near the city center).

Evening:

• Dinner: Enjoy an iconic Beijing dinner - Peking Duck.
• Optional - Evening biking tour on Chang’an Avenue like a local.

Morning:

• Tour the Forbidden City, uncovering the splendor of China’s imperial past.
• Lunch: Enjoy Beijing specialties at a local restaurant.

Afternoon:

• First step into Chinese history: Discover the National Museum of China - a comprehensive introduction to 5,000 years of Chinese history

Evening:

• Dinner: Savory Beijing lamb hot pot or western restaurant of your choice.
• Optional - Watch a Beijing Opera Show

Morning:

• Day trip to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Take a scenic hike or use the cable car(optional) for panoramic views.
• Lunch: Enjoy specialties at a local restaurant nearby.

Afternoon:

• Return to Beijing and relax with a stroll through the Hutongs for snacks and souvenirs.

Evening:

• Dinner: Dinner of your choice - Local/Western
• Optional - Craft your unique Chinese souvenir (Optional - afternoon/evening)

Morning:

• High-Speed Train to Xi’an: Travel in comfort (approx. 4.5 hours).
• Check-in & Refresh: Settle into your accommodation (recommend a boutique hotel near the city center).

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Taste Roujiamo (Chinese burger) and other Shaanxi specialties.
• Xi’an City Wall: Bike along the ancient wall for panoramic city views.

Evening:

• Optional - Muslim Quarter: Stroll through the vibrant streets, sampling street food like roujiamo (Chinese burger) and yangrou paomo (lamb stew).
• Optional - Dinner: Tang Dynasty banquet with live cultural performance.

Morning:

• Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Visit this historic Buddhist landmark.

Afternoon:

• Terracotta Warriors: Explore the three excavation pits and learn about the history of this archaeological marvel.
• Enjoy Yangrou Paomo (lamb soup with crumbled bread)

Evening:

• Dinner: Enjoy a traditional Xi’an banquet with a variety of local dishes.
• Optional - Tang Dynasty Show: Watch a mesmerizing performance of music, dance, and traditional costumes. Highly Recommend!

Morning:

• Flight to Chengdu (approx. 1.5 hours).
• Check-in & Refresh: Settle into your boutique hotel near Chunxi Road.

Afternoon:

• Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding: See adorable pandas in their natural environment.
• Lunch: Taste Dandan noodles and spicy Sichuan snacks.

Evening:

• Dinner: Sichuan Hotpot.

Morning:

• Jinli Ancient Street: Stroll through this vibrant street filled with traditional architecture and street food.
• Wenshu Monastery: Visit this serene Buddhist temple.

Afternoon:

• Local Tea House: Relax and enjoy Chengdu’s laid-back tea culture.
• Lunch: Try Mapo Tofu and other Sichuan specialties.

Evening:

• Optional: Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Show – Learn about the famous art of face-changing.
• Dinner: Free choice dinner based on guest preference (Chinese or Western options available).

Morning & Afternoon:

• Your Choice: Visit either the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world’s largest stone-carved Buddha, OR explore the Sanxingdui Museum, showcasing ancient Shu civilization relics.

• Lunch: Enjoy local Sichuan cuisine.

Evening:

• Dinner: Sichuan-style grilled fish or non-spicy food.

Morning:

• Flight to Zhangjiajie (approx. 1.5 hours).
• Check-in & Refresh: Settle into your mountain-view hotel.

Afternoon:

• Tianmen Mountain: Take the world’s longest cable car ride to the summit. Walk the Glass Skywalk (a cliff-hugging glass path) and visit the Tianmen Cave (Heaven’s Gate), a natural arch carved into the mountain.
• Lunch: Dine at a mountaintop café with views of the winding 99-Bend Road.

Evening:

• Dinner: Enjoy local Tujia cuisine.

Morning:

• Yuanjiajie Scenic Area: Take the Bailong Elevator (glass elevator) to the top of the “Avatar Mountains.” Walk the First Bridge Under Heaven and marvel at the Hallelujah Mountain (inspiration for Avatar’s floating peaks).
• Lunch: Picnic with a view at a scenic spot (your guide will arrange).

Afternoon:

• Tianzi Mountain: Explore this area known for its dramatic peaks and sea of clouds. Take the cable car for panoramic views, then hike along the Imperial Brush Peak and Fairy Scattering Flowers.
• Optional: Visit Ten-Mile Natural Gallery by shuttle bus for more stunning vistas.

Evening:

• Dinner: Try Tujia smoked pork and bamboo rice at a local eatery.
• Optional - Relax: Enjoy a foot massage with herbal remedies.

Morning:

• Huanglong Cave: Explore one of Asia’s most spectacular karst caves, featuring towering stalactites, underground rivers, and colorful light displays.
• Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant near the cave.

Afternoon:

• Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: Explore the Glass Bridge, the world’s longest and highest glass-bottomed bridge. For adrenaline seekers, try the bungee jump or zipline.
• Optional - Visit Baofeng Lake for a tranquil boat ride surrounded by karst peaks.

Morning:

• Arrival in Shanghai: Flight to Shanghai
• Check-in & Refresh: Settle into your accommodation (recommend a boutique hotel in local area).

Afternoon:

• Oriental Pearl Tower: Ascend this iconic landmark for panoramic views of Shanghai.

• Lunch: Enjoy local dishes like xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) at a nearby restaurant.

Evening:

• The Bund: Stroll along the iconic waterfront, taking in views of historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.
• Dinner: Try Shanghai-style braised pork and drunken chicken at a local eatery.

Morning:

• Nanjing Road: Explore this bustling shopping street, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
• Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a trendy cafe like % Arabica or Manner Coffee.

Afternoon:

• Artisanal Bakeries: Stop by the trendiest bakery for freshly baked pastries and bread.
• North Bund: Head to the North Bund for a quieter, less crowded alternative to The Bund. Enjoy a leisurely walk and take in the views of the Huangpu River.

Evening:

• Sunset at North Bund: Watch the sun set over the city skyline.
• Dinner: Savor Shanghai-style noodles and stir-fried crab at a local restaurant.
• Optional - Chic Rooftop Bar: Unwind at a 'hidden' rooftop bar for cocktails with stunning views of the city.

Morning:

• Jing’an Temple: Visit this serene Buddhist temple in the heart of the bustling Jing’an district.
• City God Temple: Explore this historic Taoist temple and the surrounding bustling market area.
• Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a traditional tea house or a western restaurant.

Afternoon/Evening:

• Transfer to Airport: Depart China with unforgettable memories.