Complete China Experience

3 Nights – Beijing
3 Nights – Xi’an
3 Nights – Guilin / Li River
2 Nights – Chengdu
3 Nights – Yangtze River Cruise
3 Nights – Shanghai

✈️ UK – Beijing (3 nights): First we will fly you from the UK to Beijing, where we’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your first hotel, where you’ll stay for 3 nights. Buzzing, busy and breath-taking, Beijing is home to some of the world’s most incredible sights, and is the second largest city in China (after Shanghai). Its history dates back over 3,000 years and its longevity is clearly displayed in its remarkable landmarks such as The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Pearl Market and Silk Alley, as well as its many stunning temples, palaces and parks.

✈️ Beijing – Xi’an (3 nights): After your stay in Beijing we’ll transfer you back to the airport for an onward flight to Xi’an. We’ll then meet you at the other end, to transfer you to your next hotel where you’ll stay for a further 3 nights. Xi’an, the fascinating capital of the Shaanxi Province, has a rich heritage. It was the starting point for the famous Silk Road and the former capital of China for more than a thousand years, spanning 13 dynasties. Xi’an’s history is reflected in its abundance of cultural attractions, with the biggest draw being the truly mesmerising Terracotta Warriors.

✈️ Xi’an – Guilin / Li River (3 nights): Upon checking out of your Xi’an hotel, we’ll transfer you to the airport for a flight to Guilin. We’ll then meet you in Guilin and transfer you to your next hotel, where you’ll be staying for a further 3 nights. Guilin is famed for its dramatic limestone karst scenery, a landscape so striking it has inspired poets and painters for centuries. A cruise along the Li River is the highlight of the region. Glide down the tranquil waters, passing rice paddies, small villages and water buffalo grazing along the banks, as you soak up the peaceful rural beauty.

✈️ Guilin – Chengdu (2 nights): After your stay in Guilin, we’ll transfer you back to the airport for a flight to Chengdu. We’ll then meet you in Chengdu and transfer you to your next hotel where you’ll be staying for 2 nights. Chengdu, capital of the Sichuan province, is best known for its most beloved residents, the Giant Pandas. Visit the renowned Panda Research Base to see them up close, and explore the city’s fascinating blend of history and modern charm. One of its most famous landmarks is the Thatched Cottage of Du Fu, home of the revered Tang Dynasty poet.

🚝 Chengdu – Chongqing (3 nights): After Chengdu, you’ll take the high-speed bullet train to Chongqing. We’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your luxury river cruise ship, where you’ll stay for the next 3 nights.

🚢 Yangtze River Cruise: This is a magical experience, giving you front-row views of some of China’s most breathtaking landscapes. As you cruise through the legendary Three Gorges (Qutang, Wu and Xiling) you’ll encounter misty cliffs, serene river villages and ancient cultural sites that tell the story of life along China’s most famous river.

✈️ Yichang – Shanghai (3 nights): After you disembark the ship, we’ll transfer you to Yichang Airport for your flight to Shanghai. We’ll then transfer you to your last hotel, where you’ll stay your final 3 nights. The vibrant metropolis of Shanghai is China’s largest city. It has seen phenomenal growth over the last 25 years and is now a global financial centre with a skyline full of modern skyscrapers overlooking the Shanghai of old, with its classical Chinese architecture and pagodas. The blend of cosmopolitan energy and deep-rooted tradition makes it a fascinating finale to your Chinese adventure.

✈️ Shanghai – UK: On your final day in China, we’ll transfer you back to the airport for your flight home to the UK.