Beijing to Hong Kong Adventure

12 Days | Embark on a highlights adventure from Beijing to Hong Kong.

4.8 out of 5 based on 15 reviews submitted.
Explorer
Rail
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EUR €2,110
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Hit the major sights and sounds of China on a 12-day adventure from Beijing to Hong Kong. See the magnificent Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, the giant pandas of Sichuan and the striking limestone karsts in Yangshuo. Soak up the exciting neon lights in Hong Kong, meet locals over homemade dumplings and explore the countryside in Yangshuo. Travel with ease on China’s modern rail network for almost 4000 km and get up close and transcend time with a visit to an ancient town. With a knowledgeable small-group leader at the helm, your China adventure will be full of insightful history, delicious cuisine and unforgettable experiences.

Trip overview

Map of Beijing To Hong Kong Adventure including China and Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region Of China
Start
Beijing, China
Finish
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Theme
Explorer, Rail
Destinations
Hong Kong, China
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
CBSJ
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Why you'll love this trip
  • See the heart of China, using the vast train network – you'll take one overnight train and three high-speed trains, covering almost 4000 km across the country from the north to the south – a fantastic way of low impact travelling!
  • Be welcomed into a local guesthouse near the Great Wall – after hiking along this magnificent Wonder of the World – and join a dumpling demonstration for lunch.
  • Explore the local countryside in the Yangshuo region, cycling through the riverbanks and karsts and stopping by a local home for a freshly prepared lunch.
  • Embrace the epicurean delights of China with a leader-led tour of Xi’an’s Muslim quarter (where you can try lots of authentic snacks), a day in Chengdu, the City of Gastronomy, and a steaming bowl of hotpot.
  • Veer off the busy tourist trail with a visit to the time-forgotten Taian Ancient Town, a hike down Mt Qingcheng – a sacred mountain in Taoism – and a meet and greet with giant pandas at the Dujiangyan Panda Breeding Center.

Is this trip right for you?
  • As this trip spends very little time in Beijing and Hong Kong, we recommend you spend arrive a few extra days before or after your trip if you want to experience all these cities have to offer.
  • Be prepared for some long travel days as we need to cover plenty of ground in order to see China's main highlights and include a good variety of experiences. On the other hand, the scenery is absolutely amazing, so sit back, relax and soak it up.
  • China’s world-class sites and experiences draw large numbers of local and international travellers. We recommend a little patience and comfortable shoes as you may need to wait before entering the more popular locations on your itinerary.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024

Map of Beijing To Hong Kong Adventure including China and Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region Of China

Inclusions

Meals

2 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Overnight Train, High-speed Train, Subway, Taxi

Accommodation

Hotel (10 nights), Overnight Train (1 night)

Activities
  • Great Wall - Dumpling making demonstration
  • Beijing - Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Beijing - Forbidden City
  • Beijing - Tiananmen Square
  • Xi'an - Leader-led Muslim Quarter snack crawl
  • Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour - leader led
  • Dujiangyan - Dujiangyan Giant Panda Base
  • Mt. Qingcheng - Tai'an Ancient Town visit
  • Chengdu - Leader-led walking tour
  • Chengdu - People's Park & Tianfu Square
  • Mt. Qingcheng - Cable Car (one way)
  • Mt. Qingcheng - hike
  • Yangshuo - Walking Tour
  • Yangshuo - Bike Tour with Lunch & Moon Hill Visit
  • Hong Kong - Leader-led orientation Walk
Add on activities
  • Beijing - Lama Temple (entrance fee) - CNY25
  • Beijing - Temple of Heaven (entrance fee) - CNY40
  • Beijing - Acrobat show (ticket) - CNY290
  • Xi'an - Tang Dynasty Show - CNY290
  • Xi'an - City Wall bike hire - CNY45
  • Xi'an - Great Mosque (entrance fee) - CNY25
  • Xi'an - Big Goose Pagoda (entrance fee) - CNY80
  • Xi'an - Bell & Drum Towers (entrance fee) - CNY50
  • Chengdu - Sichuan Opera (ticket) - CNY260
  • Yangshuo - Moon Hill (entrance fee) - CNY15
  • Yangshuo - Massage/Hot cupping - CNY100
  • Yangshuo - Impressions Liu Sanjie light show (minimum 4 people) - CNY328
  • Yangshuo - Cooking School & Market Tour - CNY230
  • Yangshuo - Li River Cruise - CNY230
  • Yangshuo - Xianggongshan & Tea Farm Visit (Minimum 6, transport and entrance fee) - CNY358

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip, excluding Day 3 (overnight train), and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. A scanned copy of the personal details page of your passport needs to be sent to your booking agent no later than 40 days before departure in order for us to purchase your train tickets.
3. Please read our Essential Trip Information carefully to be prepared for using wechat/Alipay in China and we recommend install a VPN in order to get access to popular social media sites.

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 15 reviews submitted.
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Johanna · Traveled September 2024
Amazing trip and saw all the sights I wanted. Absolutely beautiful country and so happy to have booked with intrepid. Guide was super helpful and friendly and couldn’t have got through the country without him. One of the most amazing places I’ve been in my life and would definitely recommend
Review submitted 19 Sep 2024

Carragh · Traveled September 2024
Had a great first trip with intrepid, everything planned out well and never had a dull day! Will definitely use this company again.
Review submitted 19 Sep 2024

Griselda · Traveled September 2024
Excellent local people interactions
Review submitted 19 Sep 2024

Laura · Traveled September 2024
fantastic trip, loved seeing the pandas. a great well organised itinerary
Review submitted 19 Sep 2024

Jerome · Traveled September 2024
Review submitted 12 Sep 2024
Beijing to Hong Kong Adventure
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EUR €2,110