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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Beijing

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

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (A la carte welcome dinner with Peking Roast Duck and local delicacies)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tiananmen Square
    • Guided tour of the Forbidden City
    • Guided tour of Temple of Heaven
    • Acrobatic show at Red Theater
    Landmarks
    Tiananmen Square
    Forbidden City
    Temple of Heaven
    Red Theater
  4. Day 3

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch (Buffet lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong)

    Included Activities

    • Mutianyu Great Wall visit with round-trip cable car or chairlift and toboggan
    • Hiking along the Great Wall ramparts
    • Red wine toast at Mutianyu Great Wall
    • Photo stop at Bird's Nest and Water Cube
    • Rickshaw tour through Hutong alleys
    • Visit to local family in traditional courtyard
    Landmarks
    Mutianyu Great Wall
    Bird's Nest
    Water Cube
    Hutong alleys
  5. Day 4

    Beijing to Xi'an

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Summer Palace
    Landmarks
    Summer Palace
  6. Day 5

    Xi'an

    Xi'an
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner (Gourmet dumpling dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* ( Crowne Plaza Xi'an)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Terracotta Army Museum
    • Visit to original discoverer's home
    • Mini terracotta warrior crafting in traditional workshop
    • Guided tour of Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
    • Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show
    Landmarks
    Terracotta Army Museum
    Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
  7. Day 6

    Xi'an

    Xi'an
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch (A la carte local food lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* ( Crowne Plaza Xi'an)

    Included Activities

    • Walk in City Wall Park
    • Tai Chi lesson with Tai Chi Master
    • Guided tour of City Wall
    • Exploration of Muslim Quarter
    • Photo stop at Bell and Drum Towers
    • Guided tour of Shaanxi History Museum
    Landmarks
    City Wall Park
    City Wall
    Muslim Quarter
    Bell and Drum Towers
    Shaanxi History Museum
  8. Day 7

    Xi'an to Guilin

    Xi'an to Guilin
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Sheraton Guilin Hotel (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Reed Flute Cave
    • Guided tour of Elephant Trunk Hill
    Landmarks
    Reed Flute Cave
    Elephant Trunk Hill
  9. Day 8

    Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin

    Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Sheraton Guilin Hotel (5 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo
    • Walk through West Street
    • Car tour through Yangshuo countryside
    Landmarks
    Li River
    West Street
    Yangshuo countryside
  10. Day 9

    Guilin to Chongqing

    Guilin to Chongqing
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Dinner (Buffet dinner on board)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5-star Cruises: Century Oasis )

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Liziba Light Rail Station
    • Guided tour of Hongya Cave
    Landmarks
    Liziba Light Rail Station
    Hongya Cave
  11. Day 10

    Yangtze River Cruise

    Yangtze River Cruise
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5-star Cruises: Century Oasis )

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Ghost City (optional alternative: Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park)
    • Deck time enjoying Yangtze River scenery
    • Cultural programs onboard
    • Live performance 'War Fire of the Three Kingdoms' onshore

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park (alternative to Ghost City)
    Landmarks
    Ghost City
    Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park
  12. Day 11

    Yangtze River Cruise - Three Gorges

    Yangtze River Cruise - Three Gorges
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5-star Cruises: Century Oasis )

    Included Activities

    • Sailing through Three Gorges (Qutang, Wu and Xiling gorges)
    • Onshore excursion to Shennv Stream
    Landmarks
    Three Gorges
    Shennv Stream
  13. Day 12

    Yichang to Shanghai

    Yichang to Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast), Lunch (Packed lunch including KFC or McDonald's food, fruits, and drinks)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (The Sunrise on the Bund (4 stars))

    Included Activities

    • Onshore excursion to Three Gorges Dam
    Landmarks
    Three Gorges Dam
  14. Day 13

    Shanghai

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Yu Garden and traditional bazaar
    • Guided tour of Shanghai Museum
    • Walking tour along the Bund
    • Huangpu River cruise
    Landmarks
    Yu Garden
    Shanghai Museum
    The Bund
  15. Day 14

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast (Western buffet breakfast)

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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • Rudolph5.0•September 2026
    Excellent cordination regarding pickup arrangements, Hotel Arrangement and Tours between the Tour Guides..
    Traveled in August 2026
    Reply from: Travel China Guide
    Dear guest, we truly appreciate your kind review. We're so glad our coordination made your experience so smooth and enjoyable. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
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  • Leigh-Anne5.0•October 2019
    It was a wonderful tour. We had a very pleasant small group of seventeen people. Our guides were very good,...
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Reply from: Travel China Guide
    Dear Leigh-Anne Brown, Thanks for your 5-star feedback on TravelChinaGuide, especially on our guides in each city. We are proud of having so many expert tour guides in our team. We have forwarded your praises to them. Thanks again and we do hope for another opportunity to serve you again in China. Best wishes!
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    Maria4.0•October 2019
    Very happy with my trip
    Traveled in September 2019
    Reply from: Travel China Guide
    Dear Maria Magnis, We are happy to read your comments here and know that you were happy with your trip which is organized by TravelChinaGuide. Thanks for your review. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you need any further help. Best wishes!
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  • Anthony5.0•April 2019
    Extremely well organised. Fabulous itinerary, did so many varied activities. We met and travelled with a great...
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    Traveled in April 2019
    Reply from: Travel China Guide
    Dear Anthony Fitz-Gerald, It is very kind of you to post this review and beautiful pictures regarding your small group tour with TravelChinaGuide! We are excited to know that you recognize our services very much. Your encouragement is the best rewards for us. Thank you for your recommendation. Please keep in touch should you need our any help.
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    Asked on September 26th, 2026

    Could you organize a 3-day extension of our stay in Shanghai? Could you specify the extra costs involved?

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    • Travel China GuideOperator•Written September 2026

      For the 3-day extension of our stay in Shanghai, we are happy to arrange it for you. May I know whic city or sights you are interested? I will quote the price and hotel accommodation accordingly.

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      Canadian passport holders need to apply for a China visa. To apply for a China visa, you need to figure out the visa type you need, complete an application form online, prepare a valid passport and supporting documents, then submit all the materials to China Visa Application Service Center, Chinese embassy or consulate which is in charge of your residence area.

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      In case of a medical issue, you can contact your tour guide immediately. We recommend also having travel insurance that covers medical expenses.

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      We cater to specific dietary requirements. Inform us in advance, and we will ensure to meet your dietary needs during the meals provided.

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      We arrange a la carte meals in major cities, providing an authentic experience avoiding tourist eateries. Some meals will be open for you to explore local flavors with our guide's assistance.

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      Our tours include stays in comfortable, well-located brand hotels. In Beijing, for example, you will stay at the Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel, which is a four-star hotel.

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      Travel insurance is not included in the tour price. We recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance before your trip.

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    What attractions will we visit in Beijing?

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      In Beijing, the sightseeing includes Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and an optional visit to the Badaling Great Wall.

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