Vivid China Tour with Pandas & Suzhou Gardens

Itinerary

• Day 1: Shanghai, Arrival

  Upon your arrival in Shanghai, China's most cosmopolitan city, your personal guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out into this amazing city for an adventure on your own.

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• Day 2: Shanghai, City Tour

  After breakfast, take a stroll along the Bund by the Huangpu River, where historic colonial buildings contrast with the modern skyline across the water. Visit the serene Jade Buddha Temple, followed by a walk through the charming streets of the former French Concession. Later, enjoy some free time at Bourgogne Lane (Bugaoli) and Fuxing Park, sampling local snacks and exploring lively markets filled with colorful stalls and the buzz of daily life. In the afternoon, head to Shanghai Tower for a panoramic view from the observation deck, offering a stunning perspective of Shanghai's vibrant cityscape.

  Optional: Acrobatics show is awesome and amazing as a night activity if you are interested in it.

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  • Shanghai

• Day 3: Shanghai - Suzhou, Suzhou Sightseeing

  Today, you will be met and transferred to Suzhou for a one-day tour of this beautiful city. Visit the serene and elegant Lingering Garden, one of China's finest classical gardens, followed by Pan Gate, a well-preserved ancient city gate blending historical architecture and scenic charm. Enjoy a boat cruise along the Grand Canal, where you can admire old riverside houses and glimpse the daily life of locals. Later, explore Pingjiang Old Street and take a rickshaw ride through the old town, winding through narrow lanes that showcase Suzhou's timeless grace.

  After that, get back to Shanghai.

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  • Shanghai

• Day 4: Shanghai - Guilin

  Free in the day until your local guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to Guilin. Upon your arrival in Guilin, the most scenic city in China, your personal guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out into this dynamic city for a little adventure on your own.

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  • Guilin

• Day 5: Guilin - Longsheng, Longji Terraced Fields

  Today's excursion will bring you to Longsheng Various Nationalities Autonomous County, where you'll see the magnificent and winding terraced fields, and get close to Guilin's minority people and admire their colorful culture. After your tour of this breathtaking area, you will be driven back to Guilin (around 2 hours).

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  • Guilin

• Day 6: Guilin - Yangshuo, Li River Cruise

  After breakfast, you will be driven to Zhujiang Pier (40 minutes) and embark on a Li River cruise, which is the highlight of any visit to Guilin. Along the waterway, take in the unlimited fresh air with dense vegetation and admire the amazing karst hills, spot water buffaloes with local villagers. After disembarkation in the early afternoon, transfer to your hotel in Yangshuo. After check-in, you may like to roam the well-known West Street on your own.

  Optional: You can also sign up optional activities like a countryside tour or a cooking class we provide. If you'd like more recreation for tonight, an optional open-air show of Impression Sanjie Liu would be heartily recommended.

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  • Yangshuo

• Day 7: Reed Flute Cave, Guilin - Chengdu

  Today, you will be driven back to Guilin (1.5 hours), where you will tour the pearl museum and the Reed Flute Cave before your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to Chengdu. Upon arriving in Chengdu, your personal guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel.

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  • Chengdu

• Day 8: Chengdu, Giant Pandas & City Highlights

  On this day, you will visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to spend a cheerful morning with these lovely pandas, followed by a trip to the Wenshu Temple where you can spend some time sitting in its tea house enjoying a cup of traditional Chinese tea and absorb the special atmosphere of Chengdu and Jinli Old Street.

  Optional: In the evening, you can choose to enjoy Sichuan Opera to admire the unique face changing skill in it.

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• Day 9: Chengdu - Xi'an

  You will be free until your local guide escorts you to the railway station for your high-speed train to Xi'an. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. Afterwards, begin your tour of Xi'an with a visit to the ancient City Wall. Stretching over 13 kilometers, it is one of the best-preserved city walls in China, offering a unique chance to walk or cycle along its broad ramparts while enjoying panoramic views of the old city and modern skyline. The wall's imposing gates, watchtowers, and crenellated walls reflect centuries of military strategy and architectural skill.

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  • Xi'an

• Day 10: Xi'an, Terracotta Warriors

  In the morning, you will visit the incredible life-size Terracotta Warriors. As you walk through the vast excavation pits, marvel at the thousands of warriors standing in precise military formation, each with unique facial expressions and detailed armor that reflect the artistry of ancient craftsmen. See the horses, chariots, and weapons arranged exactly as they were buried over two thousand years ago, including the magnificent bronze chariots that gleam with a patina of antiquity, showcasing the power and sophistication of the Qin Dynasty.

  After lunch, take a leisurely stroll through the bustling Muslim Quarter, where the aroma of local delicacies fills the air. Sample Xi'an specialties such as savory roujiamo and wide, hand-pulled biangbiang noodles, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of street stalls and the rhythm of daily life.

  Optional: The famous Tang Dynasty Show is available for tonight's entertainment which can help you dig deeper into ancient China.

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• Day 11: Xi'an - Beijing, Summer Palace

  After breakfast, your guide will escort you to the railway station for your train to Beijing. Upon arrival and a short rest at the hotel, embark on a fun and immersive Hutong tour. Ride a traditional rickshaw through the narrow lanes, winding past gray-tiled courtyards and bustling local life. Step inside the courtyard of a historic residence once home to a famous figure, listen to entertaining stories about its past, and enjoy a brief performance of traditional Peking Opera, experiencing the charm and culture of old Beijing up close.

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  • Beijing

• Day 12: Beijing, City Highlights Tour

  Today, visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, the symbolic heart of Beijing, before stepping into the magnificent Forbidden City - once home to emperors for over five centuries. Wander through its grand halls and tranquil courtyards, part of the world’s largest palace complex with 9,999 rooms spread across 72 hectares. Then, head to Jingshan Park, where a short climb leads to the best panoramic view of the Forbidden City's golden roofs shimmering under the Beijing sky.

  Optional: The thrilling Chinese Kung Fu Show is recommended to you tonight which can let you get the charm of Chinese martial art.

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  • Beijing

• Day 13: Beijing, Great Wall Tour

  In the morning, visit the Temple of Heaven, an architectural masterpiece once used by emperors to pray for good harvests. Stroll through the vast park and watch locals practicing Tai Chi or playing traditional instruments, adding a touch of everyday Beijing life. Afterwards, head to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of the most scenic and well-preserved sections of the Wall. Take a round-trip cable car to enjoy sweeping mountain views and walk along the ancient ramparts for an unforgettable experience.

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  • Beijing

• Day 14: Beijing, Departure

  You will be free until your guide escorts you to the airport for the flight home.

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