- Private 4-star tour with minimum 4 travelers, featuring a licensed English-speaking guide, multi-modal transportation (flights + high-speed trains + private air-conditioned car + 4D3N Yangtze cruise), and seamless airport transfers (Beijing pickup + Guangzhou drop-off).
- Explore 6 core regions: Beijing’s imperial heritage, Xi’an’s ancient history, Chongqing’s mountain charm, Yangtze Three Gorges’ grandeur, Zhangjiajie’s otherworldly peaks, and Guangzhou’s modern Lingnan vibe.
- 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites included: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park + iconic landmarks (Terracotta Army, Three Gorges Dam, Tianmen Mountain).
- Immersive experiences: Peking duck feast, rickshaw hutong tour, Tang Dynasty night walk, Yangtze cruise gala, and Lingnan cultural exploration (Chen Clan Academy, Shamian Island).
- Hassle-free support: 7×24H bilingual customer service, 4-star hotels + cruise balcony cabin, and expert guide with in-depth historical insights.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: None
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Accommodation: Beijing 4-star hotel
Your guide will confirm pickup details via call before 21:00 one day prior. Please keep your phone accessible. Upon arriving at Beijing Capital/Daxing International Airport, your guide will greet you with a sign bearing your name at the exit.
Take the private car to the hotel for check-in.
After check-in, enjoy free time to wander nearby. Experience Beijing’s “ancient-meets-modern” vibe – from nostalgic hutong lanes to sleek skyscrapers – and rest for the journey ahead.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet), Lunch (Peking duck feast)
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Accommodation: Beijing 4-star hotel
After breakfast, depart for 【Tiananmen Square】, a grand landmark surrounded by the Tiananmen Rostrum and Monument to the People’s Heroes.
Next, enter 【Forbidden City】, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and imperial palace of Ming & Qing dynasties. Wander the central axis to admire Taihe Dian (Hall of Supreme Harmony), precious cultural relics, and the grandeur of red walls and yellow tiles.
Lunch features authentic 【Peking duck】 – crispy skin, tender meat, and traditional side dishes (thin pancakes, scallions, sweet bean sauce).
In the afternoon, visit 【Temple of Heaven】, a sacred site for emperors to worship heaven. Explore Qiniandian (Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests), Huiyinbi (Echo Wall), and stroll among ancient cypresses.
Return to the hotel after the tour.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Beijing 4-star hotel
After breakfast, drive to 【Badaling Great Wall】, the most preserved section of the Great Wall. Climb the battlements to feel the momentum of “He who does not reach the Great Wall is not a true hero” and overlook the rolling mountains.
Subsequently, visit 【Olympic Park】 to view the 【Bird's Nest (National Stadium)】 (Exterior) – a modern landmark with an innovative steel structure, witness to the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
In the evening, experience 【Rickshaw Tour of Beijing Hutongs】. Ride a traditional rickshaw through crisscrossing hutongs, pass by gray-brick courtyards, and listen to the driver’s stories about local life.
Return to the hotel after the tour.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car, flight (economy class)
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Xi'an 4-star hotel
After breakfast, depart for 【Summer Palace】, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and China’s largest imperial garden. Enjoy the serene scenery of Kunming Lake, Long Corridor (adorned with 10,000+ paintings), and Foxiangge (Tower of Buddhist Incense).
Next, visit 【Yonghe Temple】, originally Emperor Yongzheng’s residence, later converted into a Tibetan Buddhist temple. Admire its Han-Tibetan architectural style, grand halls, and precious Buddha statues.
After lunch (at own expense), transfer to the airport for the flight to Xi'an. Upon arrival, your guide will greet you with a sign and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Day 5: Xi'an Historical Exploration (Terracotta Army → Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (Exterior) → Datang Everbright City)
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Xi'an 4-star hotel
After breakfast, depart for 【Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta warrior)】, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and “Eighth Wonder of the World”. Marvel at thousands of lifelike terracotta warriors and horses, showcasing the Qin Dynasty’s military power.
In the afternoon, view the 【Giant Wild Goose Pagoda】 (Exterior) – a Tang Dynasty landmark built by Monk Xuanzang to preserve Buddhist scriptures. Stroll around the surrounding park and feel the ancient capital’s historical depth.
In the evening, visit 【Datang Everbright City】, a pedestrian street themed on Tang Dynasty culture. Enjoy brilliant lights, Tang-style buildings, and live performances (e.g., “Buddha’s Warrior Attendant” dance, Tang poetry recitations).
Return to the hotel after the tour.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car, high-speed train (2nd class)
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Chongqing 4-star hotel
After breakfast, head to 【Xi'an City Wall】, the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China. Walk along the 13.7km-long wall to overlook Xi'an’s urban scenery and imagine the ancient defense system.
Subsequently, visit 【Huimin Street】, Xi'an’s famous food street. Taste local delicacies like roujiamo (meat sandwich), yangrou paomo (lamb soup with steamed bread), and zenggao (glutinous rice cake).
Later, take the high-speed train to Chongqing. Upon arrival, your guide will pick you up and transfer to the urban area.
In the evening, explore 【Hongya Cave】 – a cluster of stilted buildings built along the mountain. At night, the layered lights reflect on the Jialing River, creating a fairy-tale-like scene.
（photo by Yong Peng）
Then visit 【Liberation Monument】, Chongqing’s commercial core. Surrounded by high-rises and shops, feel the mountain city’s prosperity and vitality.
（photo by Yong Peng）
Check into the hotel to rest.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car, Yangtze Three Gorges cruise
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet), Dinner (cruise restaurant)
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Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise (standard balcony double room)
After breakfast, depart for 【Chongqing Zoo】 to see giant pandas up close. Observe their lazy and cute behaviors in a naturalistic habitat.
Next, visit 【Eling Park】, the highest point on Chongqing Peninsula. Climb Kansheng Tower to overlook the panoramic view of the Yangtze River, Jialing River, and the city skyline.
(photo by Kunkun Zhang)Then head to 【Liziba Light Rail Viewing Platform】 to witness the unique wonder of a light rail train passing through a residential building. Take photos to record this shocking moment.
(photo by Yong Peng)Subsequently, visit 【Chaotianmen Square】, the confluence of the Yangtze River and Jialing River. Admire the magnificent scenery of the two rivers merging into one.
Later, complete the 【Yangtze Three Gorges Cruise】 check-in and embark on the journey. Overnight on the cruise.
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Transportation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (all at cruise restaurant)
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Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise (standard balcony double room)
Wake up on the cruise to breathe fresh river air and enjoy the Yangtze’s grandeur.
After breakfast, visit 【Fengdu Shuanggui Mountain】. Wander along winding trails, enjoy lush greenery, and learn about local history and folk culture.
Return to the cruise for a hearty lunch. In the afternoon, attend the captain’s welcome reception to chat with fellow travelers, then enjoy afternoon tea with pastries and tea.
The cruise sails on, with the scenery on both banks unfolding like a scroll – steep cliffs, green mountains, and quiet villages.
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Transportation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (all at cruise restaurant)
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Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise (standard balcony double room)
The cruise sails through 【Kuimen-Qutang Gorge】, the western gateway of the Three Gorges. Admire the narrow river, steep cliffs, and ancient plank road relics on the rock walls.
Arrive at Shennuxi Pier, transfer to a small boat to explore 【Shennvxi Stream】. The stream is crystal clear, with strange peaks and lush vegetation on both sides.
Continue sailing through 【Wu Gorge】, known as the “most beautiful gorge”. Admire the towering cliffs, swirling clouds, and the legendary “Twelve Peaks of Wushan”.
After dinner, enjoy the 【Cruise Gala Performance】 – a blend of traditional Chinese dance, folk music, and modern shows, with performers in gorgeous costumes.
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Transportation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise, private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (cruise restaurant)
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Accommodation: Zhangjiajie 4-star hotel
After breakfast, disembark and take a private car to 【Three Gorges Dam】, the world’s largest water conservancy project. Stand on the dam top to overlook the vast reservoir and learn about its construction history and functions from the guide.
After the tour, transfer to Zhangjiajie (about 230km). Enjoy the scenery along the way – from the Yangtze River plain to the western Hunan mountains.
Upon arrival in Zhangjiajie, check into the hotel to rest and acclimatize to the mountain climate.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Zhangjiajie 4-star hotel
After breakfast, depart for 【Zhangjiajie National Forest Park】, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its unique quartz sandstone peak forest.
First, wander 【Golden Whip Stream】 – a canyon with gurgling streams, towering ancient trees, and lifelike peaks (e.g., Golden Whip Rock, Divine Eagle Protecting the Whip).
Next, visit 【Ten-Mile Gallery】. Choose to walk or take a small train (at own expense) to admire vivid landscapes like Medicine Man and Three Sisters Peaks.
In the afternoon, head to 【Yuanjiajie】, the filming location of “Hallelujah Mountains” in
Avatar. Overlook the suspended peaks and steep cliffs – a surreal scene. (Optional: Take the Bailong Elevator at own expense.)
Finally, visit 【Tianzi Mountain】, known for its four wonders: sea of clouds, stone peaks, sunset glow, and rime (winter). Climb Tianzi Pavilion for a panoramic view.
Return to the hotel after the tour.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car, high-speed train (2nd class)
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Guangzhou 4-star hotel
After breakfast, depart for 【Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park】. Take the world’s longest alpine cable car (7,455m) to the mountain top, overlooking the sea of clouds and peaks.
Walk along the 【Glass Plank Road】 – a transparent plank road clinging to the cliff, offering a thrilling experience.
Hike down 999 steps (or take the escalator at own expense) to 【Tianmen Cave】, a 131.5m-high natural archway known as “the Gateway to Heaven”.
After the tour, transfer to Zhangjiajie West Station to take the high-speed train to Guangzhou (departure around 17:27). Upon arrival, your guide will pick you up and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: Guangzhou 4-star hotel
After breakfast, depart for 【Shamian Island】, a former British-French concession. Wander along tree-lined streets with European-style buildings, old churches, and riverside cafes.
Next, visit 【Yongqingfang】 – a model of Guangzhou’s old town renewal. It preserves Lingnan qilou (arcade houses) and blue brick walls, with trendy cultural and creative shops.
Then explore 【Chen Clan Academy】, a treasure of Lingnan architecture. Admire exquisite brick, stone, and wood carvings – known as “the Top Temple of Guangdong”.
In the afternoon, visit 【Yuexiu Park】, Guangzhou’s “urban lung”. See the Five-Goat Statue (symbol of Guangzhou) and climb to overlook the city.
Subsequently, head to 【Huacheng Square】, the core of Guangzhou’s new central axis. Admire modern buildings like Guangzhou Library and Guangzhou Opera House.
View the 【Canton Tower (Exterior)】, Guangzhou’s iconic “Small Waist” with a unique twisted shape.
Take the 【Pearl River Tram】 along the riverbank, enjoying the modern skyline and river views.
Return to the hotel after the tour.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel buffet)
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Accommodation: None
After breakfast, your guide will arrange the private car to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport according to your flight schedule. Please keep your phone accessible to confirm details.
Looking back on the 14-day journey – from Beijing’s imperial grandeur to Xi'an’s historical depth, from Chongqing’s mountain magic to the Three Gorges’ grandeur, from Zhangjiajie’s otherworldly peaks to Guangzhou’s modern vitality – every moment captures China’s diverse charm. May this trip be an unforgettable memory!
✅ What’s Included & Excluded
- Cruise Special Note: Yangtze cruise cabins must be confirmed in advance. Once confirmed, cruise tickets are non-cancelable – if canceled, cruise ticket costs will be deducted first, then the cancellation policy applies.
- Cruise Flexibility: Three Gorges cruise itineraries may adjust due to seasons/water levels – follow the cruise company’s final notice.
- Clothing Guide: China’s climate varies by region – pack layered clothing for Beijing/Xi'an, waterproof jackets for Chongqing/Zhangjiajie (humid rainy), and lightweight breathable clothes + sunscreen/insect repellent for Guangzhou.
- Terrain & Footwear: Zhangjiajie has complex mountain terrain – wear comfortable non-slip walking shoes. Some attractions require moderate walking (4-6km per day).
- Cultural Etiquette: Dress modestly (cover shoulders/knees) when visiting temples/palaces; ask permission before taking photos of locals in hutongs/ethnic areas.
- Payment & Connectivity: Most places accept Alipay/WeChat Pay, but carry CNY 500-1,000 in cash for small vendors. Purchase a local SIM card for stable data.
- Visa Preparation: Apply for a China tourist visa (L visa) at least 30 days in advance. We can provide a tour invitation letter if needed.
- Health & Safety: Drink bottled water, avoid tap water; carry hand sanitizer. For Zhangjiajie’s mild altitude (1,000-1,500m), avoid strenuous exercise initially.
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Price: From USD 4,899 per person (varies by travel date, group size, and hotel choice; based on 4-person sharing, includes flights, high-speed trains, and cruise).
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Booking Deadline: Book at least 60 days in advance (for visa, flight, and cruise reservations). For last-minute bookings (≤72 hours), contact us to check availability.
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Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel 15 days or more before departure: 10% cancellation fee (90% refund)
- Cancel 7-14 days before departure: 50% cancellation fee (50% refund)
- Cancel within 6 days before departure: 100% cancellation fee (no refund)
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Suitable For: Travelers who love historical heritage, natural wonders, and cultural diversity. Ideal for families (kids over 6), groups of friends, couples, and first-time China visitors. Suitable for those with basic physical fitness and a passion for in-depth exploration of China’s 5,000-year civilization.
