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Signature Collection: China's Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors & Cities
Small Group Holiday
19
CA$
days from
17949
This 19-day luxury journey through China blends historic landmarks, dramatic landscapes, and cultural experiences from the Great Wall to the Tibetan Plateau. Beginning in Beijing, you explore the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and sections of the Great Wall, guided through the country’s imperial history. Travelling to Xi’an, you visit the famous Terracotta Warriors and ancient city walls, gaining insight into China’s dynastic past. In Chengdu, encounters with giant pandas and local markets highlight regional culture and cuisine. Continuing to the mountains and rivers of the Yunnan province, the itinerary includes Lijiang’s cobbled streets, traditional Naxi architecture, and a guided visit to Tiger Leaping Gorge. In Shangri-La, perched on the Tibetan Plateau, you explore monasteries, alpine landscapes, and highland villages, immersing in the spiritual and natural heritage of the region. Along the way, guided walks, cultural demonstrations, and opportunities to sample local foods balance activity with comfort. Travelling by high-speed train and short flights ensures smooth transitions while offering scenic perspectives. This itinerary combines soft adventure with cultural immersion, ideal for travellers seeking a well-paced exploration of China’s history, landscapes, and local traditions, from urban centres and ancient ruins to mountains, gorges, and highland Tibetan culture.
Activity / Theme
Country
Culture
China
Comfort Level
Physical Rating
Luxury
Moderate
Transportation
Accommodation
Private Vehicle, Walking, Plane, High Speed Train, Boat, Ferry
Hotels (18 nights)
Months of Operation
March, April, May, June, September, October
Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip: Along the way, tiny street-side stalls and tea houses often sell regional specialties with recipes and ingredients unique to that village or valley, giving a glimpse of authentic local culture.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrive in Beijing, meet leader and group
DAY 2: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square
DAY 3: Great Wall hike and sunset Peking Duck dinner
DAY 4: Fly to Dunhuang, desert surroundings
DAY 5: Mogao Grottoes and Mingsha dunes sunset
DAY 6: Yadan Geological Park and Silk Road ruins
DAY 7: Fly to Xi’an, city wall and banquet show
DAY 8: Terracotta Warriors and Muslim Quarter
DAY 9: Archaeology Institute, bullet train to Chengdu
DAY 10: Leshan Giant Buddha visit and return
DAY 11: Panda Base and Sichuan opera, hot pot dinner
DAY 12: Spice market walk, cooking class, fly to Lijiang
DAY 13: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain cable car & show
DAY 14: Train to Shangri‑La, Songzanlin Monastery visit
DAY 15: Explore Old Town Shangri‑La and local culture
DAY 16: Fly to Guilin, orientation and Li River region
DAY 17: Li River cruise and Yangshuo village time
DAY 18: Travel to Shanghai by air or rail, city intro
DAY 19: Shanghai highlights and departure
Inclusions
Accommodation
Transportation
13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 11 dinners
Arrival transfer
Beijing city walking tour
Forbidden City guided visit
Temple of Heaven guided visit
Great Wall of China guided visit
Ming Tombs guided visit
Peking Duck dinner in Beijing
Hutong neighborhood tour by rickshaw
Terracotta Warriors guided visit
Xi’an city wall cycling or walking tour
Muslim Quarter food tasting
Panda Breeding and Research Centre visit
Sichuan cuisine cooking demonstration
Chengdu city tour and Jinli Street visit
Lijiang old town walking tour
Shaxi ancient town exploration
Shangri-La old town walking tour
Songzanlin Monastery guided visit
Tiger Leaping Gorge hiking excursion
Meili Snow Mountain viewpoints visit
Engaging discussions with the National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout the trip
Departure transfer
Sample tour. Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice. Please inquire.
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