Tour code · ICT-CL-01
Classic China 12 Days
Beijing · Xi'an · Guilin · Shanghai
Highlights
- One Journey Across Four Landmark Cities
- World-Class Historical and Cultural Sights
- Experience Classic Landscape-Painting Scenery
- Ancient and Modern Twin-City Vistas
- Authentic Local Cuisine Experience
- Comfortable, Well-Planned Itinerary
Price includes
- Private A/C vehicle with English-speaking driver
- Private English-speaking tour guide in every city
- All admission tickets per itinerary
- 4-star hotels with daily breakfast
- Inter-city flights and trains as listed
- 24/7 support helpline throughout the trip
Price excludes
- International airfare to/from China
- China visa fee
- Personal expenses, gratuities for guides/drivers
- Lunch and dinner unless specified
- Travel insurance
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Beijing |
| 2 | Beijing Central Axis Tour |
| 3 | Great Wall Day Tour |
| 4 | Beijing → Xi'an |
| 5 | The Great Qin Civilization |
| 6 | Xi'an's Ancient Capital Heritage |
| 7 | Xi'an → Guilin |
| 8 | Yangshuo’s Li River Scenery |
| 9 | Yangshuo Countryside Scenery |
| 10 | Guilin → Shanghai |
| 11 | Panoramic Shanghai |
| 12 | Shanghai Departure Airport Transfer |
Itinerary
1Arrival in Beijing
Arrive in Beijing; airport/station pickup, hotel check-in, and time to adjust to the time difference. Free time in the evening to stroll and enjoy Beijing’s night views.
2Beijing Central Axis Tour
Admire Tiananmen Rostrum and the Monument to the People's Heroes. Advance real-name reservation with a passport is required.
Step into the Forbidden City, with its 600-year history, and stroll along the central axis of the imperial palaces, experiencing the grandeur of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Ascend to Wanchun Pavilion in Jingshan Park for panoramic views of the Forbidden City and the magnificent Beijing Central Axis.
Stroll through ancient hutongs and savor the authentic charm of everyday Beijing
3Great Wall Day Tour
“Among the Great Wall’s ten thousand li, Mutianyu stands unrivaled,” the best-preserved section of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall, with fewer visitors than Badaling and a better experience for sightseeing and photography
4Beijing → Xi'an
Visit the Temple of Heaven in the morning to admire the imperial sacrificial architecture and experience the ritual culture of the Ming and Qing dynasties。
Visit the Summer Palace in the afternoon, take a boat across Kunming Lake, and admire the elegant lakeside pavilions and scenery。
5The Great Qin Civilization
In the morning, visit the Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum to admire the underground army of the Qin Dynasty. In the afternoon, take the complimentary shuttle bus to visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Qinshihuang and appreciate this magnificent imperial tomb.
6Xi'an's Ancient Capital Heritage
Cycle around the Ming City Wall and take in the ancient city’s blend of past and present from above
Take a stroll beneath the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and experience the enduring grandeur of the High Tang era
When night falls, be sure to visit Datang Everbright City and dream of Chang’an’s splendor amid the dazzling lights
7Xi'an → Guilin
Take a night cruise along Guilin’s Two Rivers and Four Lakes, where shimmering lights reflect off the Twin Pagodas; journey through the waterways of the ancient city and admire Guilin’s enchanting mountain-and-water scenery at night.
8Yangshuo’s Li River Scenery
The Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is an absolute must for a once-in-a-lifetime landscape experience! The 4.5-hour journey unfolds like a living painting. The highlight is stopping in Xingping Ancient Town to visit the very scenery featured on the RMB 20 banknote!
9Yangshuo Countryside Scenery
Drift along the Yulong River on a bamboo raft, gliding quietly through emerald peaks and verdant fields. Patchwork farmland lines both banks as the jade-green waters meander by, offering an immersive experience of Yangshuo’s uniquely gentle and exquisite landscapes, and the blissful pleasure of a leisurely escape into nature。。
Immerse yourself in Yangshuo’s pastoral beauty, where striking karst peaks rise dramatically from the earth and fields and villages create a picturesque harmony. Admire the natural tableau of verdant hills and countryside along the way, and experience the leisurely charm of rural landscapes.
10Guilin → Shanghai
The final stop in Guilin has to be Reed Flute Cave! This “State Guest Cave,” which has welcomed more than 300 Chinese and foreign heads of state, truly resembles an underground palace. Its stalactites are breathtakingly beautiful under the lights, and every photo looks like a cinematic masterpiece! After exploring this natural palace of art, it’s time to fly to Shanghai with wonderful memories～ From scenic Guilin to modern Shanghai, this journey couldn’t have been more perfect!
11Panoramic Shanghai
Experience Shanghai’s iconic urban landmarks in one seamless journey, linking the charm of the Old City with the modern skyline. Stroll through Yuyuan Garden to appreciate the timeless elegance of Jiangnan, then explore Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and soak up its vibrant local atmosphere. Pause at the Bund to admire its century-old collection of international architectural styles, cross the river to Lujiazui, and ascend either the Oriental Pearl Tower or Shanghai Tower for 360° panoramic views of both banks of the Huangpu River—discovering Shanghai’s unique blend of heritage and modernity.
12Shanghai Departure Airport Transfer
Free time in the morning to shop for souvenirs; transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule, concluding the tour.
