6 Day Tour Itinerary
Tour Code: BasicTour-Treasure-01
- 1-4 days in Beijing
- Day 1
Upon your arrival at Beijing airport, your local guide will be waiting for you at the exit. Then you will be escorted to your hotel in a private vehicle. The remainder of the day is free for your relaxation or a self-guided exploration of this dynamic capital.
Day 2Today your sightseeing begins with the historic Tiananmen Square. Walking through Tiananmen Gate, you will enter the splendid Forbidden City. With a history of 600 years, it was home to 24 emperors of Qing and Ming dynasties featured with intricate halls & pavilions and imperial treasures.
In the afternoon, you will marvel at Temple of Heaven to appreciate the spectacles of this holy royal place of prayer. You could conclude your tour perfectly by trying the optional Peking Duck, a famous delicious Beijing delicacy.
Day 3In the morning, you will first visit world-famous Badaling Great Wall, the most representative section of the Wall. Step by step along the old rampart, you will get to know why it symbolizes the enduring Chinese civilization. Breathtaking views can be enjoyed by hiking or taking a cable car.
Later, you will drop by a Jade Gallery and then stroll along the Sacred Road which is famous for its statues and examples of the emperors’ afterlife culture. The popular Kungfu Show provides a nice option for you at night.
Day 4After breakfast, you will take a Hutong tour by rickshaw to explore the ancient alleys and narrow lanes where traditional daily life of old Beijing is still alive. En route, you will visit a local family, chat with the host and see the typical house of Beijing commons.
After the tour, you will be guided to Beijing airport for a 3-hour flight to Guilin, the most scenic city in China. Upon your arrival in Guilin, you will be met and escorted to your hotel by your local guide. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.
- 5-6 Days in Guilin
- Day 5
Camera ready! Today you will take a memorable cruise along Li River, which is the highlight of any Guilin tour. You will be inspired by the breathtaking landscape of peaks and pinnacles, limpid waters, and real pastoral views of rice paddies and water buffaloes, feeling like you are traveling into a Chinese painting.
Disembarking at the charming Yangshuo County and checking into your hotel, you will take a bike tour along Jima Road to breathe fresh air and immerse yourself in the authentic countryside life. Evening is free, optional to enjoy the well-known Impression Liu Sanjie minority tribal show.
Day 6Driven back to Guilin (1.5-hour drive) in the morning, you will tour the city symbol Elephant Trunk Hill, move on to Fubo Hill, a legendary hill overlooking the Li River, and then explore the fabulous Reed Flute Cave which is reputed as "A Natural Palace of Art" and drop by a Pearl Museum.
After the tour, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to the next destination.
Trip Overview
Time-honored history, multi-ethnic culture and diverse landscape overflow China. Embark on the Shanghai Maglev to start a 6-27 days' treasure hunt. Encounter the historic marvels, Forbidden City and Terracotta Warriors in the ancient capitals of Beijing and Xian; scale China's most graceful Mt. Huangshan and cruise the most beautiful river in Guilin; uncover the Southwest's hidden treasures – hallowed Lhasa and time-warped Lijiang, which embrace mysterious religion, exotic ethnic culture, and breath-taking landscape. Get your camera ready for this wonder packed tour.
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Hutongs
are the old narrow paths with lots of courtyard homes where common people are
living. They are like villages within a metropolis. Through the Hutongs'
teeming maze of alleyways, you will see the old houses and learn about the
daily life of ordinary Beijing citizens.
Located 45 miles to the northwest of Beijing,
Badaling Great Wall is the best-restored and most imposing section of the Great
Wall.
In Chinese, Bada means 'giving access to every direction', suggesting its strategic importance.
Made of large bricks, the Wall has an average height of 24 feet and a width of 19 feet at the bottom, and 16 feet at the top. It is wide enough to allow ten soldiers to march side by side along the wall.
Elephang Trunk Hill, the
much-loved city symbol of Guilin, resembles a huge elephant drinking water from
the Li River. It is quite enjoyable to take a walk in the quiet park and see
various elephant sculptures. You could also climb to the top of the Hill to get
a nice vista of the charming Li River and downtown.
Longji
means “Dragon's Backbone”. When climbing to the top of Longji Terraced Fields
and looking down at the nearby rice fields, you will have the feeling that you
are standing on the dragon’s back, as the terraced rice paddies look like the
shining scales of the dragon.
Two ethnic minorities, Zhuang People and Miao People, have made their living on these fertile terraces for generations.
West Street: a
busy and exotic slate street in Yangshuo County, about 2km long and crammed
with shops, pubs, cafés and hotels, where you can relax and do some souvenir
shopping.
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Extend your experience with these add-on itineraries.
 + 2 Days Xian, a city steeped in history, served as China's first capital, home to numerous subsequent dynasties and the terminus of the famous Silk Road. With its incredible Terracotta Warriors, exceptionally well-preserved City Walls and religious holyland of Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xian is a must for anyone interested in Chinese history. |
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 + 5 Days Want to make your China Tour a difference? Shanghai and Huangshan are nice options. Shanghai, China's largest city and economical center, is the place you can find a perfect combination of modernity and history. Super-tall buildings, flourishing Nanjing Road and colorful night life show the cosmopolitan city's modern splendors; while traditions still can be found at the famous Bund, Yu Garden and Jade Buddha Temple... Located near Shanghai, Huangshan is most known for its Four Wonders, namely: twisted pinetrees, quixotic rocks, sea of cloud and hot spring. Plus an excursion to Xidi and Hongcun villages, a World Heritage site, what else you could ask for? |
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 + 8 Days Lhasa, Chengdu and Lijiang are the jewels of China shimmering in Southwest. Like a gem hidden in the plateau, Lhasa's ocean of culture never ceases to capture your heart and soul. The treasure house— Potala Palace, bustling Bakhor bazzar, monasteries and devout Tibetans, all make Lhasa so precious and unique. And Chengdu, home to the cute giant pandas, spicy cuisine, brilliant artwork, and largest number of pretty Chinese girls, is a real "land of abundance". Lijiang never ceases to surprise you with its natural glamour and ethnic culture. it is like a treasure chest with snowcapped mountains, pouring rivers, unsophisticated old town, and Naxi's custom and art waiting for you to open. |
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 + 4 Days Yangtze River, the Mother River of China, remains a beloved extension for China tours. Cruising on this legendary river, you will see real rural life and spectacular landscape along the river, take excursions to explore famous cultural relics, witness the world's largest hydro-electric complex—Three Gorges Dam, and learn more about China via various onboard activities and entertainment... |
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AccommodationOur travel experts will provide you suggestions based on convenience of sightseeing, and the level of luxury you desire.Read on to find out what is best for you.
Breakfast & Meal
You do not have to eat the same food every time in tourist restaurants.We like you to taste a variety of Chinese food, which could be your best experience in China.
How many people
All of our tour groups are private groups.Either you are traveling alone or with your family and friends, departure is guaranteed regardless of group size.
Departure
The departure time of your tour is totally flexible. Booking your own flights is not a problem.It's always a good idea to check with us first for the options available.
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