Day 1
Arrive in Beijing
Arrival and relaxed orientation in China’s capital.
Tour
China Highlights: Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin & Shanghai
A beautifully varied first-time China route: imperial Beijing, ancient Xi’an, Guilin’s limestone scenery and the urban drama of Shanghai, balanced with food, walking and local encounters.
10 daysBeijing – Xi’an – Guilin/Yangshuo – ShanghaiClassic China, landscapes, culture
Why this journey
Highlights
Combine China’s most famous historic sights with its most poetic landscapes
Visit the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Terracotta Warriors
Cruise or travel through Guilin and Yangshuo’s karst scenery
End with Shanghai’s Bund, French Concession and contemporary city life
Suggested Itinerary
Day by day
This is an inspirational sample route. It can be adjusted for dates, group size, pace and special interests.
Day 2
Forbidden City and old Beijing
Explore the Forbidden City, Jingshan views and hutong lanes for both imperial scale and neighbourhood texture.
Day 3
The Great Wall
Travel to the Great Wall for mountain scenery, watchtowers and one of China’s defining experiences.
Day 4
Temple of Heaven and Xi’an transfer
Visit the Temple of Heaven before travelling to Xi’an by high-speed train or flight.
Day 5
Terracotta Warriors and Xi’an evening
See the Terracotta Army, then return to Xi’an for the city wall or Muslim Quarter food streets.
Day 6
To Guilin
Travel south to Guilin, where limestone peaks and rivers create one of China’s classic landscapes.
Day 7
Li River and Yangshuo
Experience the Li River scenery and Yangshuo countryside, with time for village lanes, viewpoints or gentle cycling.
Day 8
Guilin to Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai and enjoy an evening introduction to the Bund and skyline.
Day 9
Shanghai city contrasts
Explore Yu Garden, old streets, French Concession lanes and modern districts in one rich city day.
Day 10
Departure from Shanghai
Final free time before departure.