asia·Multi-day tour·14 days
14-Day China's Natural Marvels Expedition Private Tour from Beijing: Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Yangshuo and Shanghai
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What you'll experience
Highlights
- Palace Secrets: Discover hidden halls and imperial mysteries within the grand Forbidden City
- Wall Contrast: Hike a delicate mixture of restored sections and wild Great Wall
- Ancient Soldiers: Meet the Terracotta Army and craft your own unique clay warrior
- Avatar Peaks: Witness the towering Hallelujah Mountains and world's highest glass-floored bridge
- Rural Serenity: Go cycling through China's most beautiful countryside for a peaceful escape
- Shanghai Finale: Enjoy a half-day customized experience to crown your vibrant Shanghai stay
14 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Beijing Arrival
When your flight has landed, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall of the airport. He/she will greet you with a smile and a nameplate. You will be transferred to your hotel by a private van and driver.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Penta Hotel Beijing (****) - 2
Day 2 — The Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City
Start your journey at the Temple of Heaven, which was the place where emperors prayed for a good harvest. Interact with the locals and join them to experience their healthy lifestyle. Lunch is served in a popular local restaurant with authentic local food.
Walk through Tian'anmen Square to explore the mysterious Forbidden City in the afternoon. While most tour groups only visit the six halls on the central axis, your private guide will take you to go deeper into the hidden halls for a fuller understanding of the history and to avoid the tour groups.
Temple of Heaven
Tiananmen Square
Forbidden City
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Penta Hotel Beijing (****) - 3
Day 3 — Hiking the Great Wall
Freshen up in the morning and get ready for a 5-kilometer hike along the most recommended hiking route: from Jinshanling to Simatai West.
This section has breathtaking views and offers stunning photo opportunities in different seasons. There are over 15 watchtowers in various styles and in good condition. As this section is half restored, you can see the unrepaired ancient watchtowers and broken sections as well as the restored section of the wall during the hike.
The Simatai Great Wall
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Penta Hotel Beijing (****) - 4
Day 4 — The Summer Palace and a High-Speed Train to Xi'an
Walk around the tranquil Summer Palace at a leisurely pace, and enjoy the 300-year-old royal garden. Take a pleasant boat ride on the lake and have a stroll in the long corridors to view the exquisite paintings on the ceilings.
Enjoy lunch and race towards Xi'an on a high-speed train, which is a good way to experience the technological development of China.
Summer Palace
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Grand Noble Hotel Xi'an (****) - 5
Day 5 — The Terracotta Army and a Traditional Cave Dwelling
Visit the Terracotta Army and admire the vividness of the warriors and listen to their stories spanning over 2,000 years.
Then discover a local craftsman's cave dwelling and learn how to make clay warriors with your own hands.
After lunch, return to the city area and visit the 600-year-old ancient city wall. Cycling along the wall provides a good view of the city. You may also walk or take a golf cart on it.
Terracotta Warriors and Horses
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Grand Noble Hotel Xi'an (****) - 6
Day 6 — Xi'an City Highlights and a Flight to Zhangjiajie
Discover more ancient history at Shaanxi History Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda, then head to the Muslim Quarter and wander through the alleys to taste the local Muslim cuisine.
Transfer to the airport for your evening flight to Zhangjiajie.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Muslim Quarter
Xi'an History Museum
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Pullman Zhangjiajie (****) - 7
Day 7 — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is located in Wulingyuan Scenic Area, and Tianzi Mountain and Yuanjiajie are the most classic sights.
Take the cable car up Tianzi Mountain and look through the glass walkway to see spiky sandstone peaks below your feet.
After a simple lunch on the mountain, visit Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, which was the inspiration for the Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Tianzi Mountain
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Pullman Zhangjiajie (****) - 8
Day 8 — Tianmen Mountain and the Grand Canyon with a Glass Bridge
Take the world's longest cable car to the top of Tianmen Mountain. During the tour, you will enjoy the unique natural scenery of spiky peaks. Feel your heart beat when you walk across the glass walkway and are then driven down the curvy mountain road known as the 99 Bends.
Continue to visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and walk on the world's longest and highest glass-bottomed bridge. Walking along this glass bridge at 300 meters above ground level will be one of the coolest experiences of your tour.
Tianmen Mountain
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Pullman Zhangjiajie (****) - 9
Day 9 — Zhangjiajie to Changsha to Guilin
Bullet train from Zhangjiajie to Changsha Railway Station. Take a taxi to Changsha South Railway Station to take a bullet train. After 3.5 hours, your tour guide in Guilin will be ready to meet you.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel (****) - 10
Day 10 — Guilin City Highlights and Daxu Old Town
Be amazed by Guilin's two landmarks in the city, Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill.
Appreciate the natural limestone cave with multicolored lighting. And then take a picture at Elephant Trunk Hill, the symbol of Guilin.
After lunch, travel back in time when visiting Daxu Old Town, where lots of craftsmen and businessmen used to live. Let's knock on the local people's doors and discover their lasting stories.
Elephant Trunk Hill
Reed Flute Cave
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel (****) - 11
Day 11 — A Li River Cruise and Idyllic Yangshuo
Karst hills, graceful bamboo groves, and cormorants — the stunning view of the Li River is the essence of Guilin. While most tour groups only use a 3-star cruise, we will arrange a 4-star cruise (the highest level with better facilities and a buffet lunch) to ensure you have the best experience of the river's charm.
The cruise arrives in Yangshuo at noon. After you've checked in, you can enjoy your free time to explore the beautiful area near the hotel.
Li River
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Yangshuo Mountain Retreat (****) - 12
Day 12 — Biking and Flight to Shanghai
Explore the beautiful countryside along the Yulong River.
Choose whichever type of transport you prefer, whether it's a private car, bicycle, or moped. This is a good opportunity to meet the local people and interact with them.
And then take a bamboo raft to go down the Yulong River. Enjoy a peaceful and memorable morning before flying to Shanghai.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Sunrise On The Bund (****) - 13
Day 13 — Shanghai Highlights with Bund Discovery
Do more than just take one or two selfies on the Bund. Travel back in time to the golden age of the Bund in the 1920s during our In-Depth Bund Culture Discovery Tour.
Go into some of the old Bund buildings and listen to their stories.
Enjoy lunch and ascend the tallest building in China (the highest outside of Dubai) - Shanghai Tower. There, you will not only enjoy a panoramic view of Shanghai but will also see the development of China.
Half-Day Customized Icing-on-the-Cake Experience
After traveling in China for around 10 days, you might want to do something different at the end of your tour. Do you want to have some relaxation time? Do you have any unfulfilled trip wishes? In the magic city of Shanghai, your private guide will make your wishes come true!
Whether you want to relax, experience fashion, appreciate art, explore folk customs, or shop; from having fun in fancy bar to exploring an art center, trying nail beauty, testing your popularity in the marriage market, or just buying some lovely gifts, we will make it happen. Just tell us what you're interested in.
If you don't know what you want, just let your guide make the arrangements. You will not be disappointed!Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Sunrise On The Bund (****) - 14
Day 14 — Shanghai Departure
Your tour guide, driver, and van will pick you up from your hotel for your airport transfer and flight. Your guide will accompany and assist you as far as the security check and will then wave goodbye.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 13-night accommodations
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- Note: The tour fee doesn't apply to the following date: 05/01/2026 - 05/05/2026, 10/1/2026 - 10/07/2026. Please contact us for a quotation for these dates.
Not included
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and destination
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
- Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
- Tips for the guide and the driver: The tipping is not mandatory however the guides and drivers, as in many other countries, will usually expect a tip. Those customers wishing to tip often ask us what they should give. Our suggestion would be:
* 2 people in a group USD$15 per day/guest
* 3-5 people in a group: USD$8-10/day/guest
* 6-9 people in a group: USD$6-7 /day/guest
* ≥10 people in a group: USD$5/day/guest
* The driver would be half the amount, and a separate offer to each is best. Of course, only tip if the service has truly satisfied you. Hotel bellboys require a tip of about USD$1.5 per bag. It is not required to tip in restaurants.
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–9 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 9 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 10–16 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 10 days to 16 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 17–23 days before | 70% | Cancellation Made Within 17 days to 23 days prior to departure, Refund 70% of total purchase amount |
| 24+ days before | 90% | Cancellation Made 24 or more days prior to departure, Refund 90% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
- The prices currently displayed are only applicable to groups of 1-2 people. If you have more than 2 people, please contact us for a more favorable quote.
- TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION: All clients must be in possession of a valid passport and necessary visas or permits at the commencement of travel. All such documentation is the sole responsibility of the client.
- LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: In accordance with regulations of the General Administration of Civil Aviation of China, the free baggage allowance within China is 20kg for economy class, 30kg for business class, and 40kg for first class, plus limited carry-on luggage. Excess baggage charges are the sole responsibility of the client. Regulations within China specify that all suitcases must have a locking device attached. Failure to follow this regulation may result in refusal by airport staff to load suitcases onto the aircraft.
- INSURANCE: The tour packages include Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance up to a maximumof $30,000 per adult provided free of charge as part of our package. We still highly recommend that you purchase full coverage travel insurance from your country of origin.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
* Child of 1.2 meters and above without a bed will pay for the hotel breakfasts on your own.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
* Child of 1.2 meters and above without a bed will pay for the hotel breakfasts on your own.
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