China History and Nature Tour
15-Day Private China Tour: Beijing– Xi'an– Zhangjiajie–Chengdu–Leshan–Guilin
This 15-day suggested itinerary to help you immerse yourself in the historical wonders of Beijing and Xian, marvel at the otherworldly landscapes of Zhangjiajie's Avatar Mountains, encounter the adorable pandas in Chengdu, visit the magnificent Leshan Giant Buddha, and cruise along the stunning Li River in Guilin.
The itinerary below is only one possibility. Tips to tailor-make your trip are offered as inspiration. Send us details of your preferences and our travel experts will customize this trip to suit your interests, tastes, and budget.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Find the Hidden Halls in the Forbidden City

Explore a Top-Ranked Section of the Great Wall

Make a Mini warrior with a Local Artisan Family

Marvel at the Famous Hallelujah Mountain in the Movie "Avatar"

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Der Partner für eine individuelle China Reise
Die Agency (in unserem Fall vertreten durch Tutu Sun) hat für uns eine perfekte Reise organisiert. Sehr gute Kommunikation im Vorfeld der Reise und vor Ort. Zu 100% verl?sslich, immer pünktlich und an jedem Ort sehr freundliche und engagierte Guides. Wir k?nnen eine Buchung bei diesem Unternehmen absolut und uneingeschr?nkt empfehlen. In Beijing hatten wir mit Herrn Chen 3 interessante Tage inklusive einer sehr spannenden individuellen Wanderung auf der grossen Mauer. more
Aug 2023,
Jeanne K
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Beijing Tour
Bruce was an amazing guide and very knowledgeable. He got me past ALOT of long lines fast and knew all the best places to go to take pictures! Also provided good recommendations for additional activities! If you get Bruce you’re in good hands! more
Aug 2023,
Anthony L
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Great two weeks in China with China Highlights
The trip included Shanghai where Kris was our amazing guide, Guilin and Yangshuo with Gary who did an amazing job at adjusting the schedule to meet our needs given the incredible heat, Chengdu with Helen who shared her passion for the Pandas with us, had fun in the peoples park with us and introduced us to the local opera which was fascinating and ensured we were able to taste amazing Sizhuan food without burning up! We then moved on to Xian with Jenny who ensured we got to the Terracotta army early enough to get an amazing view, took us to try our hand at making our own warriors, was very knowledgable about the history of Xian which was very interesting and lastly allowed us to try making dumplings which we all loved. Our final stop was Beijing. Ethan was our tour guide and he again did an amazing job ensuring we got to the Great Wall of China early enough to see the amazing wall without too many people and whilst it was still relatively cool, share his great knowledge of the Forbidden City and Summer Palace with us, introduced us to the Beijing Hot Pot and importantly ensured we were able to celebrate our sons 18th birthday in style and with his favourite Chinese food!! Thank you again for making our 2 weeks so special and we will for sure be back very soon. more
Aug 2023,
Sandra
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There is tour guides and there is felix
I had a blast with this tour! Felix is such an amazing person and so knowledgeable! He understands how to share knowledge and make us interested! Me and my friends had a wonderful day with Felix around the city I highly recommend China Highlights and would most likely recommend felix!!! more
Aug 2023,
PrettoMauricio
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Jennifer is an awesome guide and the…
Jennifer is an awesome guide and the tours were great! more
Aug 2023,
Renan Santos
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Beijing2023 a not to be missed experience!!
We spent 3 days in Beijing with Jennifer as our tour guide. The Great Wall, Forbidden City and the Summer Palace were all amazing, the Hutong tour was very interesting and we enjoyed seeing a typical home from that era. Jennifer was a wealth of information in Chinese history with names and date’s giving us insight into what we were seeing and the historical significance. She was warm, friendly, kind and professional and I would highly recommend her to enhance your trip more
Aug 2023,
Rita A
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Amazing Time at Honk Kong, Beijing and The Great Wall
We were a group of 10 people, our trip started at the beautiful Hong Kong, we had the best guide ever, Ken Ku, a really polite man and He always was worried for our needs. We met the Abeerden harbour, the beach side, the grand Buda, beautiful templesVictoria Peak, Temple Street, Jade market and lots of amazing places. Also we spend some days at Beijing and there we were in the main places you should go. The Summer Palace, Tiananmen Place, Chaoyang theater and spectacular show. We also travelled to the Mutianyang area to see the unveliable Great Wall, we eat in spectacular restaurants, we had a comfortable and fresh bus to travel all places. I tried to resume everything but still missing things. Thanks to all the team and our guide Lluvia in Beijing, She was so sweet. more
Aug 2023,
Community Manager
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High quality and flexibility
Bruce has been a very good guide to us. We spent different days with him, trekking on the great Wall, visiting forbidden City, hutong, summer palace and many other places in Beijing. He was also able to arrange for me a last second calligraphy class in a school as well. I strongly recommend him to anyone visiting the city. more
Aug 2023,
Isabella L
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Amazing 3 day tour in Beijing with Linda
We are from France and arrived in the best conditions. First of all, Linda, our Beijing tour guide came to pick us up, and we knew straight away that the 3 next days would be amazing. She is incredibly kind, so professional and very passionate. We’ve learned so much with her, from the Great Wall to the Summer Palace, through the hutong and more for you to discover! We are so grateful to have met her and we highly recommend her for your future journey to Beijing. Thank you some much Linda and hope to see you again soon! more
Aug 2023,
Remi Crozet
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Amazing 3 days in Beijing with Linda
We are from France and arrived in the best conditions. First of all, Linda, our Beijing tour guide came to pick us up, and we knew straight away that the 3 next days would be amazing. She is incredibly kind, so professional and very passionate. We’ve learned so much with her, from the Great Wall to the Summer Palace, through the hutong and more for you to discover! We are so grateful to have met her and we highly recommend her for your future journey to Beijing. Thank you some much Linda and hope to see you again soon! more
Aug 2023,
Alain
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Amazing Trip
We had a great experience with china highlights. Very helpful and careful. Our trip was splendid, very comfortable and safe cars. Our guide Jack gave us good tips and knowledge. more
Aug 2023,
Allan Lima
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Our Amazing China Trip with China Highlights…
Our China Trip with China Highlights was absolutely and truly remarkable. The service we received from China Highlights guides (Jack in Beijing, Mervyn in Xi'an, William in Guilin and Martin in Shanghai), drives and their office team was second to none. more
Aug 2023,
Somma Mohammadi
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China, beyond what you hear!
Beijing: A mega-historical city. Our tour guide, Jack welcomed us in the airport with a big smile. We stayed at a nice hotel in CBD. In China, if I want to name a problem, it would be language barrier that hardly you can find people who can speak English. Thanks to our tour guides we did not have any issues in our trip. Also, with so many free apps for translation, there is zero problem even we don’t speak any Chinses. Beijing, with the combination of old and new buildings, living side by side, you feel the city is transiting from old to modernism with a high speed. But with the rich history inside the town, I got distracted to chase signs of modernism and rather preferred to sink in the deep well of this ancient history. The resting time inside my 5 star hotel, was a place to think of the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and waiting to see the next wonder which was expecting us in the next day. Amongst all the famous and popular areas that you are expected to visit, I was most impressed when the tour introduced us to a local family in a traditional part of the town to have an afternoon tea with them. That provided us the opportunity to know how traditional people still live. How hospitable these people were. The tour always got our opinion for foods and our answer always was Chinese food. Local Chinses Food. Diversity of the menu is big and everyone can choose multiple options. Meats, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetarian… you name it. After 3 days we went to Xi-An with “bullet train”. This was another careful choice by the tour to give us the opportunity to see the cities and villages on our way. The train with a speed of 310 km/hr was very convenient and clean. On the way, I could see the fast tracking of new construction sites and developments. One think that was interesting for me, most of the machineries that were being used, seem to be “made in China”. Xi-An We arrived at Xi-An at a night maybe 9 pm. This city is the starting point of The Silk Road. Welcomed by our tour guide Mervyn, we entered a smaller city than Beijing. You could see that Xian was more regulated than Beijing. The city was live with many people walking around. We inspected the mysterious Terracotta Warriors where the venue was overly populated by visitors. But what completed the experience for us, thanks to our tour, was meeting a local artist who taught us how these warriors were made with clay. Each of us, even kids, was given some clay and moulds and we made our little statues. After that we visited the city museum where I could see how Chinese were using nice plates and bowls 1500 years ago, some were as fashionable as those we use today. I also visited Muslim district. It was interesting how different religions live peacefully next to each other inside this ancient city. And the surprise here, was visiting a busy street and trying street foods by our choice, and it was all shouted by China Highlights . Oh, I cannot say how much we loved this. Mingling with people and nice shop keepers, taking photos, testing the foods, … Guilin And then we flew to Guilin. Which is a smaller city in East China. It was night. We were welcomed by our tour guide, William. Friendly man with some sense of humour which we all loved it. At night we could not see much comparing to Beijing and Xian. Full of little restaurants on each side of the street and people all out, like it is a national celebration. Later William told us, how people in this city like to enjoy their time. We stayed in Shangri-La in Guilin, very high quality in foods, accommodation and entertainment. This hotel really respects its brand regardless of the location. In the morning when I opened the curtain, I wasn’t sure if the scene in front of me is a minotaur or a natural scenery. Series of mountain peaks, sitting next to each other, like those that you see in cartoons. So, first day we started going to rice terraces in the rural area of Guilin. The extent of beauty cannot be described in writing, but feel free to google “rice terraces, Guilin” and trust your eyes. After some hiking through the terraces, we got to this small village, without proper modern access but all narrow footpaths. We entered a local house and tried local food. Sticky rice cooked and smoked in bamboo, that we learn and prepared it ourselves. Beef, pork, vegetables, rice wine… It was a feast better than those you can find in any luxury restaurant in the cities. The next day we boarded on a ferry to flow on the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo. Here I witnessed the peaky range of mountains that I had seen from my hotel window yesterday. It was close to 40 degrees outside, but it couldn’t stop me from staying on the roof deck and enjoying the scenery. Day after, we were off to next destination, Shanghai. Unfortunately, the flight had major delay that night. But few interesting things happened in the airport that I cannot miss to add them. First and for most, was the continues support of our tour guide, William, who checked on us until 1:15am when the plane eventually took off and even, I saw his later follow up to make sure we landed safe and been handed to the next guide in Shanghai. This is beyond normal responsibility that you expect. On top of that, we had Kimi, our tour supervisor who kept checking on us. Kimi kept updating us of his follow up with the airline which was happening in the background. In addition to that, kids liked to have KFC which was only available on the other side of security gate. In China, rules are strict and if you have passed the security checks, it is very difficult to cross the gate and start it again. But here, police were so nice and helpful, who kindly helped my family to get their food, stayed with them and after some formalities, escorted them to pass the security gate without any hassle. Maybe 2 or 3 policemen and women, spent 45 minutes of their time to make sure, visitors are in comfort inside the airport and in response to our appreciation they told us, we are just doing our normal work! Oh, I remembered, in China police does not carry guns, when walking on the streets. This is the level of safety! Shanghai Around 4 am, we landed in Shanghai. Welcomed by our very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, Martin. When we arrived to the hotel, we just went to bed and rest. In the morning, I thought the beds are smaller than King Size as we had in our contract. I checked it with Martin. He double checked with hotel and explained to us the standards are bit different in each hotel. But never the less, they upgraded our rooms to sweets to ensure of our comfort. The new rooms were generously large, double bathroom and shower and high level… it was a heavenly gift mostly for the kids. Next day, we had a walk through the city. Where I was amazed by the tall buildings, modern urban design, strict traffic rules and in one word, a modern city with its high-class citizens. What amazed me even more, was that all these had happened in the last 30 years. We tried to visit the Shanghai Tower, but the queue was more than 3 hours wait, so we gave up. Next day we went to Disney Land. The “Promised Land” for the kids, from the minute we decided to visit China. I, personally am not a fan of manmade excitements, but even me spent 11 hours in Disney Land and enjoyed my time like everyone. This was a good example of cross-cultural understanding between China and the West. And last day, we did some walk around the city before we are taken to the airport. And here was a catch of the day as we have had in every other city. Martin came to us and said he has arranged to visit the restaurant-bar of J- Hotel in level 120 of Shanghai Hotel which is even 2 floor higher than the public observatory that we could not visit yesterday. We were shouted by China Highlights to spend some time in this most luxurious bar! And this is how we left China with the most unforgettable memories. And by the way, we had our two young children with us, 6 and 8 years old. And not that they have been practicing hiking or walking in the past. Like other kids, they prefer watching TV and games, but the walks and places were so attractive to drag them all way with us for 110km walking in 12 days. more
Aug 2023,
Shaha R
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At rather short notice Carol organised…
We were appreciative of all our guides (Jenny, Jacob, Helen, Nur, Karem and Felix) who all spoke good English, were mindful of our needs and flexible in their approach. We really enjoyed our journey out west along the ancient Silk Road and while it had some challenges we have returned with so many great memories. more
Jul 2023,
Gary McPhee
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Trip Beijing - Shanghai 9 days
After hearing that China was opening its doors for tourists, even though our tour schedule is for next year, Roger Li convinced us to book early because the price was affordable and if it turns out that we cancel the booking, China Highlights will return the full down payment His expertise, patience, and insightful suggestions have been invaluable in work out our itinerary. Roger has been diligent in addressing all our queries, making this planning phase a breeze. Roger Li has been great at working with us and our changing agenda. He is very responsive and very professional Highly recommend his services . Georges N. more
Jul 2023,
Georges
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a happy tour in Beijing
My son Taylor booked the tour for us from chinahighlights. we stayed in Beijing for four days.Bruce was our tour guide. He spoke fluent English and there was no barrier between us. He was very patient, he met us at the airport and our flight was delayed for three hours, but when I met him, he was smiling and very warm. He was very professional, He explained every scenic spot to us carefully. We learned a lot about Chinese history from him.We had planned to visit a local Beijing family to learn how to make some Chinese food, but because they were traveling, we couldn't. Bruce rearranged the itinerary for us, and we went to the Confucian Temple and the Imperial College, which was a great place to visit. more
Jul 2023,
lois A
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China Highlights goes above and beyond!
Beijing would take a lifetime to fully explore, but we only had 2.5 days. Fortunately, Cactus, our amazing China Highlights tour guide got us up and going early (the July heat was unbearable!) and guided us through the city and it's treasures. It's was clear she loved history as much as we did and she gave us insight into the rich physical and cultural past, present, and future of the city, country, and all of the dynasties. She answered our questions, fed us well, and even parted us with a beautiful gift that we will cherish for a long time. A few days after our tour, we had a few lingering questions and she helped us find what we were looking for and she even made a reservation at a restaurant for us that we were struggling to do with our limited language skills. She went above and beyond. Anyone traveling in Beijing would be lucky to tour the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and so much more and even luckier to have Cactus as their guide! more
Jul 2023,
Kaila W
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Great day with our guide Tom
We had an amazing tour with our guide TOM. Everything ran smoothly from the pick-up from our hotel and all the transport between the sites. The tour is well organized and completely hassle free as all of the tickets for the sights are arranged by your tour guide and we had just the right amount of time at each sight with the option to spend more time at each if we liked. Our guide TOM was so knowledgeable about all the sites we visited and answered all of our questions. We got a cable car up to the Great Wall which was lovely and scenic, we also weren’t too tired to walk along the wall when we reached the top. It was honestly the highlight of our trip to Beijing. Thanks to China highlights,we highly recommend to everyone for China highlights and best tour guide TOM more
Jul 2023,
Aline F
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A reimagined schedule leads to fantastic 2 day tour
We booked a 2-Day tour and were assigned Olivia Tian as our tour guide. She was excellent. Very knowledgeable about the sights we did see and made sure to keep everyone informed. Both my Chinese in-laws and myself (American) had great time. Olivia also made the most of our time by rearranging our schedule a bit to take advantage of the weather and time. The original plan was Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall on Day 1 and Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace on Day 2. Instead, we did the Great Wall first time on day 1, which meant it was cooler for the hiking. And we did a bit of a faster tour through the Temple of Heaven to be able to catch a theatrical show Olivia recommended. If you enjoy performing arts, the $40-55USD per person tickets are well worth this 60 minute show, the Golden Mask. Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Golden Mask Show made up the 1st day. Day 2 was Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace. All were great and Olivia was awesome at knowing some shortcuts and getting us by some of the lines where she could. The day ended sort of early (around 330pm) but depending on how much hiking you did at the Great Wall, (and how fit you are), this might be just what you want. Overall, Olivia provided an excellent touring experience and I can't help but recommend her to others looking for a trip to Beijing. more
Jul 2023,
Jonathan M.
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A reimagined schedule leads to fantastic 2 day tour
We booked a 2-Day tour and were assigned Olivia Tian as our tour guide. She was excellent. Very knowledgeable about the sights we did see and made sure to keep everyone informed. Both my Chinese in-laws and myself (American) had great time. Olivia also made the most of our time by rearranging our schedule a bit to take advantage of the weather and time. The original plan was Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall on Day 1 and Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace on Day 2. Instead, we did the Great Wall first time on day 1, which meant it was cooler for the hiking. And we did a bit of a faster tour through the Temple of Heaven to be able to catch a theatrical show Olivia recommended. If you enjoy performing arts, the $40-55USD per person tickets are well worth this 60 minute show, the Golden Mask. Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Golden Mask Show made up the 1st day. Day 2 was Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace. All were great and Olivia was awesome at knowing some shortcuts and getting us by some of the lines where she could. The day ended sort of early (around 330pm) but depending on how much hiking you did at the Great Wall, (and how fit you are), this might be just what you want. Overall, Olivia provided an excellent touring experience and I can't help but recommend her to others looking for a trip to Beijing. more
Jul 2023,
jkjmueller
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Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Your private guide will be ready to meet and greet you at the arrival hall in Beijing. A comfortable private car with an experienced driver will transfer you directly to your hotel. Your guide will help you to check-in.
Temple of Heaven - Discover this Ming dynasty complex where emperors held annual ceremonies for good harvests. Explore the park's lively atmosphere, where locals gather for singing, exercise, and tai chi. Enjoy a leisurely walk in the serene park.
Tiananmen Square - Visit the largest city square in Beijing, named after the iconic Tiananmen Gate. Embrace the cultural significance and admire the surrounding landmarks, including the Forbidden City and Chairman Mao's Mausoleum.
Forbidden City Emperor's Tour - Experience an immersive journey through 12 carefully-selected spots in the Forbidden City. Learn about its architecture, history, and notable figures from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Mutianyu Great Wall Tour - Visit the picturesque Mutianyu section, ranked as the top Great Wall spot on TripAdvisor. Enjoy restored architecture and stunning scenery. Skip the climb with a round-trip cable car ride, allowing more time to roam and hike the "golden route" between the 14th and 23rd watchtowers. Total hiking time is approximately 2 hours. Walking sticks are recommended for this section, especially for those with weaker legs or balance.
Hutong Walking Tour in Dongcheng District - Immerse yourself in Beijing's history with a walk through the traditional hutongs. Explore the charming alleyways, visit a local family, and witness the preservation of traditional lifestyle and architecture. Ascend the Bell Tower for a bird's-eye view of the area. The tour covers a distance of about 800 meters.
Summer Palace with Boat Ride and the Garden of Virtue and Harmony: Located in the northwest of Beijing, the Summer Palace is just 9 miles (15 kilometers) from downtown. As the largest and best-preserved royal park in China, it holds immense cultural and natural significance. Explore the stunning landscapes and immerse yourself in Chinese horticulture. Take a relaxing boat ride on the serene Kunming Lake, admiring the picturesque surroundings. Don't miss the enchanting Garden of Virtue and Harmony, known for its beauty and tranquility.
Terracotta Warriors Discovery (Half-day): Witness the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, an astonishing archaeological find in Xi'an. Learn the fascinating stories and secrets behind these life-sized statues crafted over 2,200 years ago. Visit a local cave dwelling to witness traditional warrior-making and even try your hand at creating one.
Xian City Wall Bike Tour: Embark on an adventure along the ancient Xian City Wall, one of the best-preserved in China. Ride a bicycle along the 13.74 km path, immersing yourself in the city's history. Alternatively, explore the Bell Tower if biking is not an option due to weather conditions.
Shaanxi History Museum - Immerse yourself in the history of China through a visit to the prestigious Shaanxi History Museum. Housed in grand Tang-style buildings, this impressive museum showcases a vast collection of artifacts, thoughtfully displayed for your exploration. While most item labels are in English, your guide can assist with additional information. Wear comfortable shoes for this fascinating journey through time.
Cooking Dumplings with Locals - Delve into the local culture by joining friendly hosts in their home to learn the art of making traditional Chinese dumplings, known as jiaozi. This immersive experience allows you to discover the secrets of dumpling making while gaining basic skills and insights into local customs. The entire process takes approximately 1-2 hours.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda - Explore the significant Buddhist site of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, located within the picturesque Da Ci'en Temple grounds. Built in the 7th century, this elegant brick pagoda served as a repository for Buddhist scriptures brought back from India by Xuanzang. Discover the temple's majestic halls adorned with Buddhist statues and murals during your visit, which typically lasts around 1 hour.
Muslim Quarter - Just west of the Bell Tower in downtown Xi'an, you'll find the vibrant Muslim Quarter. Stroll along the 500-meter avenue paved with bluestones, immersing yourself in the lively atmosphere of stalls, souvenir shops, cafés, and bars run predominantly by the local Muslim community. Engage with the diverse products and flavors as tourists, including many from overseas, flock to this bustling area.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: Explore the stunning natural beauty of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique pillar-like formations shaped by years of erosion. With over 90% forest coverage, this scenic area encompasses Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, Jinbian Stream, and Wulongzhai. Immerse yourself in the culture and folklore of nearby villages, inhabited by Tujia, Bai, Miao, and Hui ethnic groups, providing enriching side trips.
Mt. Tianzishan: Experience the four natural spectacles of Mt. Tianzishan—mists enveloping the peaks, breathtaking sunrise and moonlit nights, and snow-capped winter vistas. With more than 80 natural platforms, you can revel in the magnificent scenery. Take a cable car to Tianzi Mountain for a relaxing ascent and panoramic views. Note: Avoid rush hours by coordinating with your guide to minimize waiting time.
Bailong Sightseeing Elevator: Ascend the Bailong Sightseeing Elevator, the world's tallest and fastest, offering a spectacular view of the Sandstone Peak Forest. The transparent elevators, carrying up to 3,000 people per hour, reach a height of 335 meters in just two minutes. Plan your visit outside of peak hours to avoid long queues. Coordinate with your guide for the best timing.
Yuanjiajie (including Hallelujah Mountains): Discover Yuanjiajie, located in the northern corner of Zhangjiajie National Park. Visit the top three attractions: Ecstasy Spot, Backyard, and First Bridge. Marvel at the famous Hallelujah Mountain, renowned for its resemblance to the floating rocks in the movie "Avatar". Capture breathtaking photos of the "First Bridge in the World" from the Viewing Bridge Platform (Wangqiaotai).
Today, our guide will lead you to visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, which is a stunning natural attraction that has recently been developed into a wonderland for visitors. It offers a combination of majestic mountains, flowing streams, intriguing caves, towering cliffs, and lush forests. One of the highlights of this scenic area is the world's longest and highest glass bridge. Imagine the thrill of walking on this bridge, suspended 300 meters above the ground! It's definitely an experience you wouldn't want to miss during your tour.
If walking on the glass bridge isn't your cup of tea, don't worry. We have an alternative route that allows you to still enjoy the attraction without stepping on the glass bridge. However, if you decide to take on the adventure, please note that for safety reasons, carrying a camera on the bridge is not allowed. You can, however, bring your cellphone or GoPro to capture those unforgettable moments.
Visit the Tianmen Mountain, the awe-inspiring heart of Zhangjiajie! As the highest peak in the area, this majestic mountain offers unrivaled views of ancient trees, stunning karst formations, and scenic roads carved into cliff sides. Hop on the world's longest cable car ride, a thrilling 30-minute journey from the city center, and ascend to the mountain's summit.
At 1430 meters above ground, you'll find the renowned Tianmen Mountain Glass Walkway, a remarkable observation platform that extends from a sheer cliff. This narrow 1.6-meter-wide, 60-meter-long glass walkway offers brave souls not only breathtaking views of the mountains below but also the exhilaration of treading nervously above such heights. Some have even likened this experience to the famous 'skywalk' at the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA.
Don't miss the chance to explore this remarkable natural wonder in China. Savor the beauty and thrill of Tianmen Mountain, an experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Visit Panda Breeding and Research Center: Just 6 miles north of Chengdu City, the Panda Breeding and Research Center is a haven for giant pandas, red pandas, and other endangered species. Stroll through bamboo groves and shaded walkways as you witness the successful breeding program. Observe these adorable creatures at rest or play in the nursery. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the panda museum to learn more about these incredible animals.
Chengdu Kuan-zhai Lane: Step back in time and experience traditional Chengdu at Kuan-zhai Lane, a restored and renovated part of the old city. Immerse yourself in the charm of old Chengdu while exploring the narrow and wide alleys. This area offers a blend of Western dining, takeaways, coffee shops, and an artistic ambiance.
Embark on a captivating journey to witness the iconic Leshan Giant Buddha and immerse yourself in the charm of a lost town. This unique itinerary blends cultural exploration, breathtaking views, and tea plantation experiences to create a memorable day.
Explore the Longji Rice Terraces, a remarkable man-made wonder near Guilin. These terraces, built 600 years ago by local minorities, resemble dragon's ribs on steep mountainsides. Visit Ping'an Zhuang Village, home to over 50 families, and witness the incredible panoramic views after a moderate walk. Learn to make bamboo-tube rice, a famous local dish, from a minority family, and immerse yourself in their traditional wooden house and way of life.
Embark on an unforgettable 4-hour cruise along the Li River, immersing yourself in breathtaking scenery at every turn. Marvel at the stunning limestone peaks, graceful bamboo groves, and farmers tending to rice paddies. Watch as water buffaloes cool off in the river and fishermen glide along on narrow bamboo rafts. Keep an eye out for the famous fishing cormorants. Departing from various wharves depending on the river's height, we have selected a newly operated 4-star boat for this medium-sized group experience. Enjoy a buffet or semi-buffet lunch as you soak in the beauty of the surroundings.
Immerse yourself in the spectacular Impression of Liu Sanjie show, based on the life of the legendary folk heroine Liu Sanjie. Directed by renowned Chinese director Zhang Yimou, this mesmerizing performance takes place on a 2km stretch of the Li River. With hundreds of cast members, the show combines music, lights, dancing, and the natural beauty of the backdrop to tell a captivating tale of love, intrigue, and tragedy. Don't miss this unforgettable experience.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Yangshuo's countryside, with its unique hills and picturesque landscapes. Explore by cycling, electrombile, or hiking for about 1.5 hours, covering 10-12 km. Note that bike helmets are not provided. Enjoy the peaceful scenery but be cautious of street vendors along the way. Slow down when passing through villages.
Indulge in a captivating bamboo rafting experience on the scenic Yulong River. Admire the stunning karst peaks, rice fields, and green bamboo as you navigate the gentle current. Choose from rafting options of 40 minutes, 1.5 hours, or 2 hours, arranged based on your preference and hotel location. Note that children under 7 years old or below 1.1 meters in height, as well as seniors over 70 years old, are not allowed on the bamboo rafts.
Tour Price
Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: cht-cx-20
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