China Adventure

Discover China’s ultramodern cities, varied landscapes and 2000-year-old Terracotta Warriors

Travel through China from neon-lit Hong Kong to historical Beijing on this 17-day adventure. Visit Chongqing and try its famous hot pot, ride the world’s tallest outdoor elevator to see the Avatar Mountains in Zhangjiajie National Park and explore ancient wonders like the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an. Hike the Great Wall at sunset, discover traditional culture with Nvshu script workshops and stroll Wuxi’s gardens. This is a trip that showcases a different side of China that mixes modern landscapes with traditional culture.

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Start: Hong Kong, Hong Kong

End: Beijing, China


Duration
17 days
Group size
1 to 16
Minimum age
15 years old
Style

Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

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Why you'll love this trip

  • Travel from Hong Kong to Beijing by high-speed train. Sit back, relax, and watch the scenery change as you journey through the countryside.
  • Explore Zhangjiajie National Park. Hike among the 'Avatar Mountains' and ride the world's tallest outdoor escalator through quartz-sandstone landforms.
  • Discover China's evolution from 2000-year-old Terracotta Warriors to modern skyscrapers in Chongqing.
  • Spend time with locals, learning from them in Nvshu script workshops, snacking with them in Xi'an's Muslim Quarter and staying in a guesthouse near the Great Wall.
  • Hike a less-crowded section of the Great Wall of China, one of the Seven Wonders, and watch the sun set over ancient stones.

Itinerary

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

Inclusions and activities

Destinations
China, Hong Kong
Meals

4 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

Private vehicle, High-speed Train, Subway, Taxi, Public bus

Accommodation

Hotel (15 nights), Guest House (1 night)

Included activities
  • Hong Kong - Temple Street Night Market visit
  • Chongqing - Hotpot meal in former air raid shelter
  • Chongqing - Guided Chongqing city tour
  • Zhangjiajie - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Zhangjiajie - Tianmen Mountain
  • Zhangjiajie National Park - Cable car
  • Zhangjiajie National Park - Balong Elevator
  • Zhangjiajie National Park - Hike
  • Changsha - Local night market visit
  • Changsha - Nvshu script writing with local master
  • Shanghai - Leader-led night bund walking tour
  • Shanghai - Leader-led French Concession walking tour
  • Wuxi - Huishan Ancient Town
  • Wuxi - Jichang Garden
  • Xi'an - Muslim Quarter Walking Tour and Snack Sampling
  • Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour - leader led
  • Great Wall - Sunset
  • Great Wall - Jinshanling section
  • Beijing - Forbidden City
  • Beijing - Tiananmen Square

Optional activities
  • Shanghai - Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre (entrance fee) - CNY25
  • Shanghai - Yuyuan Garden (entrance fee) - CNY40
  • Shanghai - Shanghai Museum (entrance fee) - Free
  • Xi'an - Great Mosque (entrance fee) - CNY25
  • Xi'an - Bell & Drum Towers (entrance fee) - CNY50
  • Xi'an - City Wall bike hire - CNY45
  • Xi'an - Tang Dynasty Show - CNY290
  • Xi'an - Big Goose Pagoda (entrance fee) - CNY80
  • Xi'an - Little Wild Goose Pagoda - CNY50
  • Beijing - Temple of Heaven (entrance fee) - CNY40
  • Beijing - Hutong family visit - CNY150
  • Beijing - Lama Temple (entrance fee) - CNY25
  • Beijing - Acrobat show (ticket) - CNY290

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Is this trip right for you?

  • There are a couple of long travel days on bullet trains. You'll need to be able to handle your own luggage through these busy train stations.
  • 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.
  • This trip doesn't have a lot of time in Hong Kong. We highly recommend spend extra time in Hong Kong prior to the trip to explore this great city. Please talk with your booking agent if you are interested in booking extra accommodation
  • There are a couple of long travel days on bullet trains. You'll need to be able to handle your own luggage through these busy train stations.
  • 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.
  • This trip doesn't have a lot of time in Hong Kong. We highly recommend spend extra time in Hong Kong prior to the trip to explore this great city. Please talk with your booking agent if you are interested in booking extra accommodation

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available for booking, subject to availability. Please contact your booking agent if you are interested
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 our train tickets.
3. Travelling in China will heavily rely upon using local payment apps – Wechat and Alipay for making payments. It’s essential to install them on your phone and have a data package ready prior to your travel. Please read ‘money matters’ in the Essential Trip Information for more details. You shouldn’t rely on credit card for travel in China.
4. While travelling in China, you won’t have access to social media and some websites. You may consider installing a VPN to access those sites and apps. Please check the Essential Trip Information for more details.

Essential Trip Information

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China Adventure
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