12-day Spotlights on China
Tour Code: ZTG-L-07 , Tour Type: Private Tour
Embark on a captivating journey through China's cultural and natural wonders! Explore numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites across the country.
- Departure: Any day you want
- Reply: Within 0.5~23.5 hrs.
Our Advantages & Promise
- One-on-one travel consultant service.
- Flexible time schedule to suit your pace.
- Selected and trained guides.
- Western style service standard
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DAY 1 Guangzhou
Transfer via: flight - your arrangement
Activities for today: Airport to hotel transfer (Guangzhou)
Upon arrival at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
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DAY 2 Guangzhou/Zhangjiajie
Transfer via: flight - our arrangement
Activities for today: Yuexiu Park, Chen Family Temple, Xiguan Old Houses, Qingping Market, Airport and hotel transfer (Guangzhou, Zhangjiajie)
Today, you will embark on a guided tour to explore Yuexiu Park, where you can admire the iconic Five Rams Statue, a symbol of the city. Following this, we will proceed to visit the Chen Family Temple. Lunch will be served at a local Chinese restaurant. In the afternoon, we will visit the Xiguan Old Houses and Qingping Market to experience the local way of life. Later, we will transfer to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport for an evening flight to Zhangjiajie. Upon arrival in Zhangjiajie, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in the Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area.
Yuexiu Park
Chen Family Temple
Xiguan Old Houses
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DAY 3 Zhangjiajie
Activities for today: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
After breakfast at the hotel, we will head to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park to explore the Golden Whip Stream. This picturesque valley is reminiscent of the wonderland depicted in the movie Pandora. You will enjoy a leisurely hike lasting approximately 2.5 hours. Following this, we will visit Baofeng Lake. A one-hour hike through the magnificent Baizhangxia Valley will lead us to the tranquil Baofeng Lake, where we will embark on a short cruise.
Golden Whip Stream
Baofeng Lake
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
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DAY 4 Zhangjiajie
Activities for today: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Today, we will embark on a full-day tour of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Our journey will commence with an ascent of Yuanjiajie Mountain via the Bailong Elevator, a remarkable glass elevator integrated into the mountain's side. Upon reaching the summit, we will embark on a 2.5-hour hike to explore the iconic Avatar Hallelujah Mountain. Subsequently, we will visit the Fascinate Platform (Mihuntai) to admire the stunning peak views and traverse the renowned NO. 1 Bridge under Heaven. Our adventure will culminate with a climb up Tianzi Mountain to witness the awe-inspiring sandstone peaks.
Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
Bailong Elevator Zhangjiajie
Tianzi Mountain
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DAY 5 Zhangjiajie/Xi'an
Transfer via: flight - our arrangement
Activities for today: Yellow Dragon Cave, Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, Airport transfer (Zhangjiajie, Xi'an)
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, your day will commence with a visit to the Yellow Dragon Cave, involving a 2-hour hike within the cave. Following this, a 40-minute drive back to the city will lead you to the exploration of Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. Here, you will embark on a journey on the world's longest cable car, ascending to the summit of Tianmen Mountain. A 2-hour hike along the plank road in the Ghost Valley will provide a thrilling experience. Subsequently, a visit to Tianmen Temple is scheduled, followed by a return trip via cable car to Tianmen Cable Car Station. Descend to the middle station via cable car, then proceed on a bus ride through Heaven-Linking Avenue to explore Tianmen Cave. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Xi'an. Upon arrival, you will be met by a driver who will escort you to your hotel in the city.
Yellow Dragon Cave in Zhangjiajie
Tianmen Mountain
Tianmen Mountain
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DAY 6 Xian
Activities for today: Xi'an Daqin Terracotta Art Factory, Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit the Xi'an Daqin Terracotta Art Factory, where you can observe the intricate process of creating Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Following this, continue your journey to explore the renowned Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, a significant archaeological discovery from the 20th century. This site houses an army of terracotta warriors and bronze chariots entombed in expansive underground vaults at Emperor Qin's tomb for over 2,200 years. In the afternoon, venture to visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda.
Terracotta Warriors
Small Wild Goose Pagoda
Shaanxi History Museum
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DAY 7 Xi'an
Activities for today: Shaanxi Provincial History Museum, Ancient City Wall, Great Mosque, Muslim Quarters
After breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the Shaanxi Provincial History Museum, an impressive institution showcasing over 370,000 historical relics. In the afternoon, explore the Ancient City Wall, renowned as one of the best-preserved and largest city walls in China. Take a leisurely stroll past the Bell Tower and Drum Tower Square, located near your hotel, and visit the Great Mosque. Conclude your day with a relaxed walk through the nearby Muslim Quarters.
Xian City Wall
Great Mosque
Xi'an Muslim Quarter
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DAY 8 Xi'an/Luoyang
Transfer via: high-speed train our arrangement
Activities for today: Railway station transfer (Xi’an, Luoyang), White Horse Temple , Shaolin Temple, Kungfu Performance
This morning, you will be accompanied to Xi'an North Railway Station to board a high-speed train bound for Luoyang. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a local guide at Luoyang Longmen Railway Station and transferred to visit the White Horse Temple. Following lunch, we will embark on a 1.5-hour drive to Dengfeng to explore the Shaolin Temple, with a sightseeing duration of 2.5-3 hours, and witness a Kungfu Performance within the temple grounds. Subsequently, return to Luoyang for overnight accommodation.
White Horse Temple
Shaolin Temple
Kungfu Performance
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DAY 9 Luoyang/Beijing
Transfer via: high-speed train our arrangement
Activities for today: Luoyang Museum, Longmen Caves, Longmen Railway Station transfer
Following breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the Luoyang Museum before proceeding to explore the Longmen Caves, a stunning Buddhist site featuring over 1300 grottoes carved between the fifth and ninth centuries. After lunch, transfer to the Longmen Railway Station to board a high-speed train bound for Beijing. Upon arrival, you will be greeted and escorted to your downtown hotel for the night.
Luoyang Museum
Longmen Grottoes Luoyang
Longmen Grottoes
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DAY 10 Beijing
Activities for today: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven
Today's Beijing city sightseeing tour will commence with a leisurely stroll through the world's largest square, Tiananmen Square, followed by an exploration of the Forbidden City. This vast imperial palace housed 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties, boasting a rich history of approximately 600 years. Subsequently, ascend the nearby Jingshan Park for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City. Enjoy lunch at a local Chinese restaurant. In the afternoon, proceed to visit the Temple of Heaven Park, a marvel of architectural and landscape design where ancient emperors once prayed for the well-being of the nation.
Tiananmen Square
Forbidden City
Beijing Jingshan Park
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DAY 11 Beijing
Activities for today: Badaling Great Wall, Jade Factory, Ming Tomb (Changling)
Following breakfast at your hotel, you will rendezvous with the guide and embark on a journey to explore the renowned Badaling Section of the Great Wall, an iconic marvel and symbol of China. You can opt to trek along the wall or take the cable car for a scenic ascent (cable car available at an additional cost of CNY80 per person for a round trip, approximately US$13), followed by a brief hike on the wall. In the afternoon, a visit to the Jade Factory will provide insights into the local traditional Art Culture. Subsequently, a trip to the Ming Tomb (Changling) is scheduled. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Temple of Heaven
Badaling Great Wall
Ming Tombs Beijing
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DAY 12 Beijing/Exit
Transfer via: flight - your arrangement
Activities for today: Hotel to airport transfer
Today, you are escorted to Beijing Capital International Airport (or Daxing International Airport) for your connecting flight.
Price Details & Inclusions of this Trip
Price Includes
- Entrance fees:
- To scenic spots as listed above in the itinerary.
- Meals:
- All meals as specified in the itinerary. "B" stands for Chinese or western breakfast at your hotel. "L" for Chinese Lunch at local Chinese restaurant. "D" for Chinese dinner at local Chinese restaurant. If you have any special request about meals, like vegetarian, or Indian food etc, please inform us in advance.
- Private Transfers:
- Between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Zhangjiajie by the private air conditioned vehicle with driver.
- Private tour escort for Sightseeing:
- As outlined in the Itinerary will be escorted with English-speaking guide.
The English-speaking guide and driver of each city accompany you throughout the entire tour in that city. They do not fly with you from one city to another. - Hotels:
- Service includes standard rooms for your tour group.
All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified. - Transportation:
- All the domestic airfare of economy class with airport tax/ or train ticket(s) as specified in the itinerary.
- Service Charge & Government Taxes.
- Arrangements:
- The tour cost includes the planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
Price Excludes
- Entry / Exit Airfare or train tickets..
- Visa Fees; Trip Insurance; Credit Card Processing Fee;.
- Excess Baggage Charges:
- For checked luggage: Adult and children are entitled to a free checked baggage allowance in economy class of 20kg / 44. The size limit for each piece is 40x60x 100cmor 15.7x 23.6x 39.4 inches. For carry-on luggage: each economy class passenger is allowed one piece of 5kg / 11 lbs. The size limit for each piece is 20 x 40 x 55cm or 7.8 x 15.7 x 21.6 inches.
- Personal Expenses:
- Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities and sightseeing.
- Meals:
- Any meals which are not specified with "B", "L" or "D".
- Gratuities to guides or drivers.