Holiday for Seniors to China With Terracotta Army

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, Shanghai

  Upon arriving in Shanghai, your personal tour guide and driver will greet you outside the arrival hall and escort you to your hotel by private vehicle. It usually takes you around one hour on the road.

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• Day 2: Shanghai, City Sightseeing

  Start your city discovery with the Bund, which records the glorious period of Shanghai during the 1920s and 1930s. Afterward, continue to a classical Chinese private garden - Yu Garden and then stop at a silk workshop where you can see how small cocoons transform into elegant silk. In the afternoon, have a leisurely walking tour from Fuxing Park to Bugaoli Stone Gate. Passing through the narrow lanes and communities with the locals living there, you will fully understand the vibrant, dynamic, and complicated Shanghai city.

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• Day 3: Shanghai - Chengdu

  You will have a free morning to do further exploration on your own or just relax at your hotel.

  Fly to Chengdu in the afternoon. Arrived in Chengdu, be picked up and transferred to your hotel by your local guide and driver.

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  • Chengdu

• Day 4: Chengdu, Giants Pandas & Sichuan Hotpot and Tea

  Have a memorable morning to see cute pandas and other rare animals at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. After the tour, enjoy a world-renowned Sichuan hotpot for lunch, then return to the hotel to rest.

  Later in the afternoon, stroll through the River Viewing Tower Park, admiring its expansive green spaces, lakes, and waterfalls. Climb up Chongli Pavilion to overlook the entire Chengdu urban area and the winding Jinsha River, enjoying the spectacular scenery. Afterward, head to a nearby teahouse to indulge in a tranquil and delightful tea culture experience, immersing yourself in the unique charm of Chengdu.

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  • Chengdu

• Day 5: Sichuan Cuisine Cooking, Chengdu - Xi'an

  Meet your tour guide in the morning and start your culinary tour. It includes a stop at a spice market to buy some ingredients, try the traditional Gaiwan tea as the locals do, follow the chef to cook three popular dishes of Sichuan cuisine, and enjoy your food as lunch. Later on, take a high-speed train to Xi'an.

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  • Xi'an

• Day 6: Xi'an, Terracotta Warriors

  Highlight the day with the Terracotta Warriors, a world-renowned archaeological site about an hour's drive from downtown Xi'an. Visit the exhibition halls of the Terracotta Warriors to understand the history and culture of the Qin Dynasty and experience the grandeur of ancient emperors.

  In the evening, visit a theme park showcasing Tang Dynasty culture and history, exploring the social customs, cultural arts, and achievements of the Tang Dynasty.

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  • Xi'an

• Day 7: Xi'an, Local Life Experience

  Savor a relaxed morning with a local family, learning the art of making dumplings, hand-pulled noodles, and authentic home-cooked meals. If the schedule allows, join the hosts as they explore the market, selecting fresh ingredients and immersing yourself in the vibrant local atmosphere.

  After lunch, head to Gao's Courtyard, where you can experience a calligraphy class and learn brush calligraphy. Later, be captivated by a spectacular shadow puppetry performance, where traditional Chinese folk tales come to life through the enchanting movements of the puppets.

  Then, stroll to Muslim Street, immerse yourself in the rich atmosphere of Hui culture, admire traditional handicrafts and artworks, and select various souvenirs and gifts.

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  • Xi'an

• Day 8: Xi'an - Beijing

  Before taking a high-speed train journey to Beijing, spend a relaxed morning at your hotel or explore around the hotel. Upon arrival in Beijing, local guides and drivers will transfer you to the hotel for rest.

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• Day 9: Beijing, Forbidden City

  Begin the capital city tour from Tiananmen Square - the emblem of present China, and then have a visit to the Forbidden City - the power seat of ancient China since 600 years ago - where you will spend 2.5 to 3 hours to appreciate the royal buildings and soak in its mysterious ambiance. End today's tour with the Temple of Heaven, a holy place where ancient Chinese emperors prayed for good harvests.

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• Day 10: Beijing, Great Wall

  Today's journey will take you to the magnificent Great Wall!

  To avoid the crowds and get a better experience, you will drive about 2 hours to the Great Wall at Mutianyu section, where you can take a cable car to get up on the well-preserved wall and do some moderate hiking to take in the sweeping views surrounding.

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  • Beijing

• Day 11: Beijing, Departure

  Farewell, China! The tour guide and driver will take you to the airport for your return flight. Wishing you safe travels as you depart from China. Until we meet again!

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