China Cultural Tour: Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin & Shanghai

Begin with a visit to Tiananmen Square, followed by the Forbidden City, the largest imperial palace in the world. Enjoy panoramic views from Jingshan Park, then stroll around Houhai Lake and the charming Nanluoguxiang Hutong. Experience a traditional tea ceremony before heading back. Optional: Enjoy a Peking Duck dinner or watch a cultural night show. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Beijing

Embark on a day trip to the Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the best-preserved sections. Choose to hike or take the cable car for spectacular views. On the way back, visit a jade carving workshop, then stop at Olympic Park to see the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube from the outside. Optional: Traditional Chinese foot massage or evening at Sanlitun Bar Street. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Beijing

Visit the Temple of Heaven in the morning and observe locals practicing Tai Chi. Enjoy a local lunch before boarding your high-speed train to Xi’an (approx. 5 hours). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and relax. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Xi’an

Explore the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors, then visit a nearby pottery workshop. In the afternoon, see the iconic Bell Tower and stroll through Gao’s Courtyard, where you can witness traditional shadow puppetry and paper-cutting art. Walk through the lively Muslim Quarter for local snacks and shopping. Optional: Tang Dynasty Dinner Show Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Xi’an

Visit the Ancient City Wall, with an optional bike ride on top, followed by a stop at Big Wild Goose Pagoda and a musical fountain show. En route to the airport, explore Hanyang Mausoleum. Fly to Guilin and transfer to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Guilin

Drive to Longji Rice Terraces, built over 700 years ago and still actively farmed. Visit local minority villages, meet the Yao and Zhuang communities, and enjoy a traditional bamboo rice lunch. Return to Guilin by evening. Optional: Night cruise on Guilin’s Four Lakes Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Guilin

Take a scenic Li River Cruise to Yangshuo, gliding past limestone peaks and lush countryside. Disembark and explore West Street, then return to Guilin by road. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (onboard) Overnight: Guilin

Visit Reed Flute Cave and view Elephant Trunk Hill from a rooftop café. Walk along the Li River promenade to see the Twin Pagodas before flying to Shanghai. Meet your guide and transfer to the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Shanghai

Discover Old Shanghai at Shikumen alleys, then stroll the Bund. Visit the classical Yuyuan Garden, followed by Jade Buddha Temple and a silk museum. End at Lujiazui Financial District and the towering Shanghai Tower. Optional: Watch the famous ERA Acrobatic Show Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Shanghai

Enjoy your morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Optional: Ride the Maglev Train to Pudong Airport Meals: Breakfast