A Journey of Dynastic Treasures & Wulingyuan Peaks

One city, one scene; five regions' landscapes offer differentiated check-ins

It encompasses five distinctive features: the royal capital, the ancient capital of the prosperous Tang Dynasty, the slow-living city of Tianfu, the world-class peak forest secret realm, and the international metropolis.

A concentrated and in-depth exploration of the treasures of cross-era civilizations

Take a one-time tour of world-class landmarks such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qinshihuang, and Wulingyuan. Explore Sanxingdui to unlock the mysterious ancient Shu civilization and gain a longitudinal understanding of the thousand-year development history of Chinese civilization.

Immersive and in-depth interactive experience of local folk customs

Unlock special activities such as handicrafts in old Beijing hutongs, Sichuan Opera face-changing, and DIY Terracotta Army clay figurines in Xi 'an, break away from conventional sightseeing, and experience the daily life of the local people firsthand.

Savor the flavors on your tongue and enjoy the exquisite delicacies from both the north and the south

Exclusive arrangements include Beijing-style roast duck, Tang Dynasty imperial banquet, authentic Sichuan cuisine, Xiangxi's characteristic three-pot dish, and rich Shanghai local cuisine, allowing you to deeply experience the dietary differences between the north and the south.

Comfortable transportation facilities, allowing for a relaxed tour without having to rush

Intercity travel adopts a combination of high-speed rail and flight services, with considerate pick-up and drop-off services at the airport throughout the journey.

Day 1 Beijing

Route: Arrive in Beijing, airport pick-up, Go to the hotel to rest

Schedule Introduction：According to the arrival time of the flight, we offer a dedicated airport pick-up service. You can settle into the hotel to rest and adjust your travel state, conserve energy for the subsequent visit to the imperial city, and start your journey to the ancient capital of China.

Day 2 Beijing｜Royal Gardens + The clash of ancient and modern trends

Route: Summer Palace,The Temple of Heaven, Sanlitun

Schedule Introduction：In the morning, we toured the Summer Palace—a premier imperial landscape garden where the Long Corridor, Fragrance Pavilion, and Kunming Lake exemplify classical garden aesthetics.

Next, we visited the Temple of Heaven, the sacred site for imperial sacrifices to heaven and prayers for bountiful harvests, where the Blue-Tiled Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests showcases exquisite symmetrical architecture.

In the evening, we headed to Sanlitun, Beijing's trendy embassy district where Eastern and Western styles blend harmoniously, offering a glimpse into the city's vibrant modern life.

Day 3 Beijing｜The majestic Great Wall + an Olympic landmark

Route: Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird’s Nest & Water Cube

Schedule Introduction：At the Mutianyu section of the Ming Great Wall, the structure remains remarkably well-preserved with expansive vistas; tiered watchtowers stretch continuously along the wall. Visitors can easily ascend via cable cars or slides to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains resembling a giant dragon.

In the evening, one may visit the Olympic Park to photograph this iconic landmark of the 2008 dual Olympics—the Bird's Nest featuring interlocking steel frameworks and the Water Cube with its bubble membrane architecture, both showcasing exceptional modern design.

Day 4 Beijing｜Folk Culture Experience in the Core Alleys of the Imperial City

Route: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, XixingLong Street,Making dumplings in the old Beijing hutongs（Replaceable selection）

Schedule Introduction：Start your morning by visiting Tiananmen Square to admire the city's grand central axis; explore the Forbidden City with its Ming-era palace architecture featuring red walls and yellow tiles, discovering imperial treasures and understanding millennia-old royal rituals;stroll through Xixinglong Old Street, immerse yourself in authentic hutongs and courtyards, learn to make dumplings firsthand, and experience authentic Beijing's daily life。

For dinner, experience the Beijing specialty - Beijing Roast Duck, and then take the night high-speed train to Xi 'an.

【Special Menu】Peking Duck dinner(Interspersed with one day's schedule)

【Special experience replacement】

£Experience of making dumplings in the hutongs

£Tea Culture and Incense Art

£Beijing-style Handicrafts (Cloisonne/Rabbit God Clay Sculpture)；

£Deeply experience the traditional culture of Beijing.

Day 5 Xi’an｜The ancient city walls and the culture of the prosperous Tang Dynasty

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Route: Xi 'an City Wall,Bell Tower,Drum Tower,Muslim Quarter,Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Schedule Introduction：Starting from ancient city wall. Visit the Bell and Drum Towers in the city center, walk into the Muslim quarter to taste local snacks and experience the local hustle and bustle. Head to the Great Wild Goose Pagoda, which is a landmark ancient pagoda for storing ancient Buddhist scriptures.

Enjoy the distinctive Tang Dynasty imperial banquet during the meal, recreating the aesthetic of imperial cuisine that has lasted for a thousand years.

Day 6 Xi’an｜A day of real historical scenes of the Qin and Tang Dynasties

Route: Terracotta Army of Emperor Qinshihuang,Huaqing Palace,DIY clay figurines of Terracotta Warriors

Schedule Introduction：In the morning, we visited the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum, one of the eight wonders of the world. The thousand-person military formation recreated the might of the Qin army, and the craftsmanship of the Pre-Qin period was spectacularly presented.

Visit Huaqing Palace, the Tang Imperial hot spring Palace, which preserves historical relics such as the bathing of imperial concubines and the Xi 'an Incident.

【Special Menu】Tang-style banquet, experience the culture of the prosperous Tang Dynasty(Interspersed with one day's schedule)

【Special experience】DIY clay figurines of Terracotta Warriors

【Optional Activity】

£Performance of the Song of Everlasting Regret

Introduction：At night, watch the live-action dance drama "Song of Everlasting Regret" at Lishan. With mountains and waters as the backdrop and lake water as the stage, the lighting special effects interpret the love epic of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Guifei in the prosperous Tang Dynasty.

Day 7 Chengdu｜Leisurely life in the bustling markets of Sichuan and Chongqing

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Route: Experience the covered bowl tea at the old tea house,Sichuan Opera face-changing（shufeng yayun tickets）, Jinli Ancient Street

Schedule Introduction：Slow down and feel the relaxed atmosphere of life in Chengdu. Enjoy traditional covered bowl tea in an old teahouse and watch the wonderful Sichuan Opera face-changing performance.

Strolling along Jinli Ancient Street at night, red lanterns are scattered in the streets and alleys of The Three Kingdoms culture, gathering Sichuan snacks and intangible cultural heritage handicrafts.

For dinner, enjoy authentic Sichuan cuisine that is spicy, fresh and fragrant, and unlock the unique Sichuan flavors of the eight major cuisines.

Day 8 Chengdu｜The Giant Panda and the Ancient Shu Civilization

· Route: Giant Panda Base, Sanxingdui Museum, and stroll along Yulin Road

Schedule Introduction：Head to the panda base in the early morning and encounter the world's largest giant panda population. Watch the national treasure munching on bamboo shoots and playing in the bamboo forest, which is so cute and soothing.Entering the Sanxingdui Museum, the unearthed bronze divine tree and the wide-eyed mask lift the veil of the mysterious ancient Shu civilization.

Strolling along Yulin Road, the streets are lined with local small shops, creating a laid-back and down-to-earth atmosphere.

【Special Menu】The eight major cuisines - Sichuan cuisine

【Special experience】Sichuan Opera face-changing performance

Day 9 Zhangjiajie｜Unlock Zhangjiajie urban area

【Chengdu��Zhangjiajie】G2445 08:00-11:58（3h58m）

Route: Zhangjiajie Museum, Baiyang Ancient Temple, Tujia Folk Custom Park, Nanmenkou Food Street

Schedule Introduction：Take the high-speed rail from Chengdu in the early morning and arrive in Zhangjiajie at noon to kick off a cultural journey focusing on local history and Tujia ethnic customs.

After lunch, step into time-honored Baiyang Ancient Temple, a serene ancient shrine carrying centuries of local religious and folk heritage, perfect for quiet sightseeing and relaxation. Afterwards, head to Tujia Folk Custom Park to witness authentic stilt house architecture, traditional ethnic singing and dancing shows, and handmade craft demonstrations, getting an immersive taste of the unique living customs of the Tujia people. In the evening, wander Nanmenkou Food Street, sampling a wide array of genuine Xiangxi street snacks and local specialties to wrap up a day of cultural and culinary delights.

【Special Menu】Zhangjiajie's characteristic delicacy - Sanxia Guo(Interspersed with one day's schedule)

Day 10 Zhangjiajie｜The same style of peak forest scenery as in Avatar

Route: Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie (Avatar Mountains), Tianzi Mountain

Schedule Introduction：Take the world's highest outdoor elevator, the Bailong Sky Ladder, straight up to the clouds and reach Yuanjiajie. Take a photo at the prototype of the suspended mountain in "Avatar", the Qiankun Pillar, where strange peaks stand in rows and clouds and mist swirl around. Wandering through Tianzi Mountain, one can enjoy the continuous peaks and canyons. From the viewing platform, one can take in the magnificent landscape of Wulingyuan and experience the karst peak forest fairyland in an immersive way.

Day 11 Zhangjiajie｜Tianmen Mountain Tianmen Secret Realm

Route: Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area（Line A:）：Yunmeng Xianding, Mountain-Crossing Escalator, Tianmen Cave, 999 Steps to the Sky Ladder

Schedule Introduction：Spend the whole day visiting Tianmen Mountain. Reach the summit of Yunmengxian Peak and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. Take the mountain escalator directly to Tianmen Cave, a huge natural cave that runs through the cliff. Climb 999 stone steps to get a close-up view of this stunning natural cave wonder.

Day 12 Zhangjiajie｜Hiking in the forest park valley

Route: Zhangjiajie National Park: South Gate → Huangshizhai → Jinbianxi → Shuirao Simen

Schedule Introduction：Take a deep tour of the core forest park of Wulingyuan. The Huangshizhai Viewing Platform offers a 360° panoramic view of the peak forest. Hiking along the Jinbian Stream and strolling along it, the water is clear and surrounded by green trees. Shui Rao Si Men is a serene valley where mountains and water converge.

After the tour, head to the airport and take a flight to Shanghai.

【Zhangjiajie✈Shanghai】FM934420:35-22:40（2h05m）

Day 13 Shanghai｜A panoramic view of the ancient and modern landmarks of the Magic City

Route: Lujiazui (Oriental Pearl、Shanghai Tower）, North Bund, Yu Garden, Town God's Temple, World Architecture

Schedule Introduction：During the day, head to Lujiazui, the financial heart of Shanghai, and ascend the Shanghai Tower for a panoramic view of the city; the Oriental Pearl Tower stands as a testament to Shanghai's development. Across the river from the North Bund lies Lujiazui, perfect for capturing stunning photos that showcase both banks together.

In the evening, visit the City God Temple in Yu Garden. The classical garden of Jiangnan is paired with a century-old snack market. Wandering through the Bund's architectural complex of various countries, century-old European-style buildings are lined up along the Huangpu River. The night view is ablaze with lights, fully showcasing the century-old charm of Shanghai.

【Special Menu】Shanghai Local Cuisine

Day 14 Shanghai｜The Shanghai-style charm of Wutong Road

Route: Shanxi North Road, Xinhua Roadt, No. 8 Hengshan Roadt, Yongjia Road

Schedule Introduction：A deep exploration of the Wutong District in Hengfu, Shanghai, reveals that Xinhua Road, Yongjia Road and Hengshan Road are dotted with old Western-style houses and Wutong trees. Artistic small shops and historical residences are scattered here and there, creating a strong artistic atmosphere of the Shanghai style.

During the meal, savor the authentic Shanghai local cuisine with thick and rich sauces, and experience the unique culinary characteristics of Jiangnan Shanghai.

【The following alternative options can be made for the itinerary of the day】

£Independent travel (No driver or guide service will be arranged on the day. Travel is at your own expense throughout the journey.)

£Disney Theme Park (Only pick-up and drop-off service is arranged on the day, suitable for families with children)

Day 15 Shanghai✈Destination｜The return journey comes to an end

Route:After the rest on the day, Pick up the passenger according to the flight schedule.This wonderful trip to China comes to an end!

Schedule Introduction：Upon completion of the day's arrangements, we will promptly escort you to Shanghai Airport according to your flight schedule. This concludes your 25-day China journey.