Comprehensive Tour of China
China tours do not get better than this. This comprehensive 28-day tour covers the cultural and historical heritage of China as well as its most spectacular natural wonders and most modern cities. The complete Chinese adventure – this itinerary takes more time to explore the highlights of this beautiful and eclectic country, from busy cities, rural utopias and quirky ancient towns where you are free to absorb the relaxed atmosphere.
Your Tour Includes
TRAVEL
International flights and current taxes
Yangtze River Cruise, Li River Cruise, Huangpu River Cruise
ACCOMMODATION
26 nights in 4 star accommodation
FOOD & DRINK
Breakfasts: 26, Lunches: 17, Dinners: 5
DAYS 1-2 Fly Overnight to Beijing
Fly overnight to Beijing, China's historic capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is at leisure.
DAY 3 Forbidden City
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 4 Huanghuacheng Great Wall
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 5 Imperial Summer Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 6 Temple of Heaven
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 7 Cycling in Xi'an
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 8 Terracotta Warriors
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 9 Beautiful Guilin
Fly to Guilin.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 10 Hiking in Longji (Optional)
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 11 Li River Cruise
Take a gentle cruise along the Li River to Yangshuo.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 12 Yangshuo Tai Chi
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 13 Kunming at Leisure
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 14 Stone Forest
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 15 Dali's Ancient Town
Drive to Dali and visit the Three Pagodas and the Old Town.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 16 Weibaoshan (Optional)
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 17 Shaxi Ancient Town
Drive to the ancient town of Shaxi, nestled deep in the Himalayan foothills.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 18 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 19 Tiger Leaping Gorge (Optional)
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 20 Chengdu Like a Local
Fly to Chengdu and walk around People's Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 21 Giant Pandas
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 22 Ancient Ciqikou
Take the bullet train to Chongqing.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner
DAYS 23-25 Yangtze River Cruise
A cruise down the Yangtze reveals some of the world's most dramatic scenery.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
DAY 26 Shanghainese Shanghai
Wake up to the buzz of Shanghai and take a breakfast walking tour between shimmering skyscrapers and traditional streets. Visit Yu Garden, the old town, a silk factory, stroll along the Bund and cruise along Huangpu River.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 27 Zhujiajiao (Optional)
Join the optional day tour to delightful Zhujiajiao, or spend time at leisure in Shanghai. This evening, enjoy the ERA show and a delicious farewell dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner
DAY 28 Fly Shanghai to UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
Meals Included: Breakfast
