China: Natural Sites & City Lights

China: Natural Sites & City Lights

• Trip code: 480X024
• Dauer: 15
• Stil: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Buckle up for an epic adventure that checks all the travel boxes: culture, food, and nature. Explore the iconic Great Wall and come face-to-face with the legendary Terracotta Warriors. Feast on mouthwatering Sichuan dishes and dare to try quirky bites like rabbit head or chicken feet. Marvel at the jaw-dropping karst formations in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and pedal your way along the picturesque rivers of Yangshuo. This 15-day trip is China like you've never seen it before – off the beaten path and full of surprises.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (13 nights), overnight sleeper train (1 night)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 18, avg 15

Highlights

Exploring China's most famed historical sites like the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors, Hike through the breathtaking formations in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Wander beneath the bright lights in some of China's coolest cities

Introduction

Buckle up for an epic adventure that checks all the travel boxes: culture, food, and nature. Explore the iconic Great Wall and come face-to-face with the legendary Terracotta Warriors. Feast on mouthwatering Sichuan dishes and dare to try quirky bites like rabbit head or chicken feet. Marvel at the jaw-dropping karst formations in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and pedal your way along the picturesque rivers of Yangshuo. This 15-day trip is China like you've never seen it before – off the beaten path and full of surprises

Meals Included

1 Mittagessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD385-500 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Beijing
- Besuch der Verbotenen Stadt
- Besuch im Himmelstempel
- Besuch des Lamatempels (25CNY pro Person)

Mutianyu
- Seilbahn auf der Großen Mauer (100-140CNY pro Person)
- Toboggan at Great Wall (100-140CNY pro Person)

Xi'an
- Radtour auf der Stadtmauer von Xi'an (45-45CNY pro Person)

Chengdu
- Riesenpanda-Aufzuchtstation (58CNY pro Person)

Yangshuo
- Xianggongshan & Tea Farm Visit
- Impressions-Lichtshow (Liu San Jie) (298CNY pro Person)
- Tai-Chi-Stunde (100CNY pro Person)
- Kochkurs in Zentralchina - Yangshuo

Start / Finish

Beijing nach Hong Kong

Transport

Bullet train, overnight train, metro, public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, walking

What's Included

Dein First-Night-Out-Moment: Begegne neuen Freunden
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Big-Night-Out-Moment: Chengdu
Dein Big-Night-Out-Moment: Yangshuo
Dein Discover-Moment: Yangshuo. Tiananmen Square tour. Jingshan Park visit. Orientation walk in Beijing. Included visit to the Great Wall of China. Visit the Terracotta Warriors. Tour the Xi'An Muslim Quarter tour. Orientation walk in Xi'an. Tianfu Square visit. Orientation walk in Chengdu. Visit to Ciqikou Old Town. Hongyadong Visit at night. Chongqing walking tour. Two-day entry permit to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Free time in Zhangjiajie. Orientation walk in Zhangjiajie. Yangshuo City & Countryside bike tour. Orientation walk in Yangshuo. Free time in Yangshuo

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age 18+

The minimum age for this trip is 18 years

Itinerary

Day 1 Beijing

Welcome to China! Arrive at anytime. Then join your CEO and group in the evening for a Welcome Meeting and an Orientation Walk of Beijing. Tonight's your First Night Out so get to know your group under the bright Beijing lights

Day 2 Beijing

Hop on local transportation and visit some of Beijing's top tourist spots. Take a CEO led tour of the symbolic centre of Chinese power, Tiananmen Square. See the Forbidden City from a birds eye view at Jingshan Park and wander through the picturesque Hutong alleyways

Day 3 Beijing/Xi’an

This morning, travel to the legendary Great Wall of China. Together we'll hike about 5 kilometers of this 6000 km masterpiece. Opt to ride the cable car, chairlift or even ride the toboggan down. After a full day at the Wall, we'll return to Beijing where we'll board an overnight train to Xi'an

Day 4 Xi’an

Wake up this morning as you pull into the historical city of Xi'An, the entrance to the Silk Road. After an orientation walk, hop on a public bus with your CEO to take a tour of the mysterious Terracotta Warriors. In the evening, return to the city for an evening stroll through the Muslim Quarter

Day 5 Xi’an/Chengdu

This morning, enjoy some free time in the city of Xi'an before heading to our next destination. Opt to visit the ancient City Wall or take a cycling tour on top of it. Then head to train station to take the bullet train to Chengdu. Join your CEO for an orientation walk of the city before heading out for your Big Night Out! Grab a beer or plum juice for yourself and enjoy it under the bright lights of Chengdu alongside your crew

Day 6 Chengdu

After your Big Night Out, choose to take this morning slow or get ready to see all that Chengdu has to offer. Opt to visit the Giant Panda Breeding Center and learn about this amazing, but endangered, species. In the afternoon, with your group and CEO, visit Chengdu's more popular spots, like Tianfu Square, People's Park and Kuanzhaixiang

Day 7 Chengdu/Chongqing

This morning, spend a free morning in Chengdu before we head off to our next stop. In the afternoon, we'll take the bullet train to Chongqing. Join your CEO for an orientation walk to get your bearings then enjoy a free evening

Day 8 Chongqing

Hop on a public bus or metro with your CEO and visit Ciqikou Old town, where bamboo and wood frames still make up the foundation of most architecture as it did 1000 years ago. Then head to downtown Chongqing for a walking tour of the city, visiting spots like Chao Tian Men Square and Liberation Monument. Once it's dark, get a view of Hongyadong, an 11-story 2000 year old military base turned commercial center

Day 9 Chongqing/Zhangjiajie

Rise with the sun to get a morning train to Zhangjiajie, home to one of China's most impressive natural landscapes. This is a longer travel day so make sure to have some entertainment ready for the train ride. In the afternoon, arrive to Zhangjiajie and take an orientation walk of the city

Day 10 Zhangjiajie

Prepare to feel like you've been transported to the world of Pandora from Avatar. After a short shuttle ride, we'll hike through the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park to view the Tianzi Mountain and Pillar of the Southern Sky. Take it all in before taking hiking back or opt to ride the 1070 ft elevator back down to the base of the forest

Day 11 Zhangjiajie

Today is a free day to spend it how you'd like. Choose to tour other parts of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park because your entry ticket is valid for two full days of exploration. Opt to take a day trip to Tianmen Shan National Park or explore the beautiful city of Zhangjiajie

Day 12 Zhangjiajie/Yangshuo

Catch the early morning bullet train to Guilin before climbing into a bus to Yangshuo. After checking into the hotel, take an orientation walk of the city and enjoy a free night out

Day 13 Yangshuo

Pedal around the city and into the countryside this morning on a guided tour of Yangshuo. Bike along rivers, through local villages and near stunning karst formations. Opt for a short hike up Moon hill, then bike back and enjoy lunch together as a group. Spend the afternoon how'd like in Yangshuo. Tonight, join your crew for a big night out! Grab yourself a drink, maybe a beer, maybe an oolong tea and hit the town together!

Day 14 Yangshuo

A free day in Yangshuo means you can spend it how you'd like. There is so much to do in this amazing city. Opt to visit the Xianggongshan & Tea Farm or go to the Impressions Liu Sanjie light show. How about a Tai Chi or Kung Fu class? Even a cooking class! The options are endless. Then in the evening, join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out!

Day 15 Yangshuo/Hong Kong

It may be our last day together but we still have an adventure. This morning we take the bullet train to Hong Kong. Spend the last few hours together with your new friends. Your trip finishes upon arrival in Hong Kong

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Beijing

Day 2 Beijing

Forbidden City: Please note that visiting the Forbidden City is not included in the tour. We do not have time to visit on this tour. If you wish to visit, please do so before the trip.

Day 3 Beijing/Xi’an

Lunch will be on your own at the Great Wall. There are options at the foot of the wall, but you can also bring your own lunch if you wish to spend more time on the wall.

Day 4 Xi’an

Day 5 Xi’an/Chengdu

Day 6 Chengdu

Day 7 Chengdu/Chongqing

Day 8 Chongqing

Day 9 Chongqing/Zhangjiajie

Day 10 Zhangjiajie

Day 11 Zhangjiajie

Day 12 Zhangjiajie/Yangshuo

Day 13 Yangshuo

Day 14 Yangshuo

Day 15 Yangshuo/Hong Kong

Please note: Departing flights should be booked no earlier than 8pm