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11-Day Best China Zhangjiajie Tour: Luxury Small Group & Quality Hotels

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 18
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Beijing

    Start point
    Beijing, China (24-hour Airport Pick-up, 00:00 - 23:55)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 stars))
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  2. Day 2

    Beijing

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Welcome a la carte dinner at popular restaurant with famous Peking Roast Duck and authentic typical dishes)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tiananmen Square
    • Explore the Forbidden City
    • Visit the Temple of Heaven
    • Watch acrobatic show at Red Theater
    • Welcome a la carte dinner (valued at CNY150.00 per person)
    Landmarks
    Tiananmen Square
    Forbidden City
    Temple of Heaven
    Red Theater
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  3. Day 3

    Beijing

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mutianyu Great Wall (round-trip cable car included)
    • Red wine group toast on the Great Wall
    • Photo stop at Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest)
    • Rickshaw tour of Hutong alleys
    • Local family visit
    Landmarks
    Mutianyu Great Wall
    Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest)
  4. Day 4

    Beijing to Xi'an

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Crowne Plaza Xi'an (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Summer Palace
    Landmarks
    Summer Palace
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  5. Day 5

    Xi'an

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Dumpling dinner during Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Crowne Plaza Xi'an (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Terracotta Army
    • Family visit to home of first discoverer of Terracotta Army
    • Make a mini clay warrior
    • Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda
    • Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show
    Landmarks
    Terracotta Army
    Big Wild Goose Pagoda
  6. Day 6

    Xi'an to Zhangjiajie

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hotel (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit City Wall Park
    • Practice Tai Chi with master
    • Visit City Wall
    • Explore Muslim Quarter
    • Try local food in Muslim Quarter
    Landmarks
    City Wall Park
    City Wall
    Muslim Quarter
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  7. Day 7

    Zhangjiajie

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hotel (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Enter Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
    • Ride Bailong Elevator to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
    • Visit Yangjiajie Scenic Area
    • Eco-bus ride to Tianzi Mountain
    • Cable car down from Tianzi Mountain
    Landmarks
    Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
    Bailong Elevator
    Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
    Yangjiajie Scenic Area
    Tianzi Mountain
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  8. Day 8

    Zhangjiajie

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hotel (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon (glass bridge)
    • Explore Golden Whip Stream
    Landmarks
    Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
    Golden Whip Stream
  9. Day 9

    Zhangjiajie to Shanghai

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Sunrise on the Bund (4 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tianmen Mountain (round-trip cableway included)
    • Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Gate)
    • 7-level transmountain escalator
    • Cliffside Glass Skywalk
    Landmarks
    Tianmen Mountain
  10. Day 10

    Shanghai

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Sunrise on the Bund (4 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shanghai Museum
    • Explore Yu Garden
    • Visit traditional bazaar
    • One-hour Bund cruise tour along Huangpu River
    Landmarks
    Shanghai Museum
    Yu Garden
    Bund
  11. Day 11

    Shanghai

    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast)

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    4.0
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
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    October 29th, 2025
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    Beautiful trip with the highlights as listed.
    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Travel China Guide
    Dear Benjamin, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience. It gives us great pleasure to see you enjoyed the trip and were satisfied with our service. Best regards from TravelChinaGuide Tours.
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  • 11-Day Best China Zhangjiajie Tour: Luxury Small Group & Quality Hotels reviewer 2
    June 27th, 2025
    amy very knowledgeable and helpful, thank you very much
    Traveled in April 2025
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    Dear igor gogosha, thank you for taking time to rate our travel service. It is very delighted to have your praise for our travel consultant. There is nothing happier than seeing you enjoyed your trip. Thank you for giving us the chance to serve you. We look forward to traveling with you on your next vacation! Best regards from TravelChinaGuide Tours.
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    July 20th, 2019
    It was great to have everything organized. We saw so much in a short time. It was great to arrive to all the...
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    Traveled in June 2019
    Reply from: Travel China Guide
    Dear Margaret McCracken, We are grateful for your review. What a nice thing to hear that you have enjoyed our China tour service! It is our honor to know that our guides in each city have met your satisfaction. We are proud of having so many expert tour guides in our team. Thanks for your recognition and we hope you will join us to explore other holiday destinations in Asia again soon!
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    Andrea

    Asked on March 12th, 2026

    Is the rickshaw on the tours pulled by horses or people

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    Tara

    Asked on February 21st, 2026

    The system didn't accept the age of 83 for the traveler's wife, even though the tour states that all ages are welcome. Could you please look into this and advise on how we can proceed?

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      Tara

      TravelerWritten February 2026

      The traveler has inquired about visa requirements for their upcoming trip.

    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten February 2026

      We are sorry our small group tour is not apply for the traveler with age of 83. If the husband is no more than 80, we can consider to offer the private tour for them. Private Tour: 11 Days of Beijing - Xi'an - Zhangjiajie - Shanghai. The tour price will be around USD2889 per person with 4 star hotels in each city.

    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten February 2026

      For the visa, please let me know their nationality so that I can check the info for them.

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    Leanne

    Asked on January 30th, 2026

    I am interest to join your group on April 13th @ Beijin when you leaving to Xian. Please let me know the possibility and cost.

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten February 2026

      If you do not the Beijing and join in the group from Beijing to Xian with train tickets, the tour price will be USD2189 per person. If you need it, please share your idea.

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    Charles

    Asked on January 9th, 2026

    Would like to see the modern China as well. Does this tour show a bit of modern China? We are in our early 70s and do not want to spend days travelling. Fast transport would be great. Also don't like the cold so need to go in Spring if that is possible

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten January 2026

      This tour is the classic China tour. You could also see some parts of modern China during the tour too.

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    Brittany

    Asked on August 22nd, 2025

    Are twin rooms available? Would guide assist in visiting other sites rather than planned - e.g. Tour of Wild Geese pagoda rather than Muslim Quarter/City Wall

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten August 2025

      Yes, twin rooms are available at hotels. The itinerary for small group tours can not be changed. Hope for understanding. While the Gig Wild Goose Pagoda has been included in the tour. Please check.

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    Gary

    Asked on August 11th, 2025

    Are there any tour options in November 1-12th for 2 people? I was hoping to go on billet train too.

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten August 2025

      Small Group Tour is not available in Nov 2025. The last available tour date is Oct 24, 2025. We can offer a similar private tour based on your travel schedule. Tour price will be USD2789 per person, total USD5578 for 2 people.

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    Abigail

    Asked on June 17th, 2025

    Is there any availability for 1 person on the 4th of July?

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten June 2025

      Places on Jul 4 have been booked up. Only private tour is available. The price for single traveller is around USD4800-USD5000.

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      Abigail

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Do you have any similar group tours? I arrive in Beijing on the 1st of July

    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten June 2025

      We have mini group day tours in Beijing, Xi'an and Zhangjiajie.

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    Anne

    Asked on March 16th, 2024

    Is there a supplement price for a single person or can I share a room with somebody?

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten March 2024

      For sole traveller, you will have a private room with the Single Room Supplement. Based on your date, April 4(Fri), 2025, the tour price is USD3719 per person.

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    Natasha

    Asked on June 13th, 2018

    What is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie?

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    • Travel China GuideOperatorWritten June 2018

      Zhangjiajie is available for visiting all year round however Spring & Autumn are usually the most popular months to visit. Although the weather is a bit less comfortable in summer and winter, visitors can enjoy sightseeing with less crowds.

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