Beijing · Xi’an · Hangzhou · Shenzhen · Shanghai
From Dynasties To AI
Five thousand years of China. One extraordinary journey.
China
From Dynasties To AI
Five thousand years of China. One extraordinary journey.
This 12-day journey connects Beijing, Xi’an, Hangzhou, Shenzhen and Shanghai. Follow the proposed route below and tell us your preferred dates, interests and pace.
When
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Price
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How long
12 daysAccommodation to be confirmed
This is a proposed itinerary. Dates, accommodation, transport, visits and included services will be confirmed in your personalised quote.
View journey route · Beijing → Xi’an → Hangzhou → Shenzhen → Shanghai
Beijing
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Days 1–3
Day 1
The Imperial Beginning
- Arrival
- Forbidden City
- Imperial architecture
- Hutong
Day 2
The Great Wall
- Mutianyu Great Wall
- Mountain landscape
- Historical interpretation
- Scenic viewpoints
Day 3
Ancient Knowledge
Discover how knowledge, engineering and craftsmanship shaped early China.
- Temple of Heaven
- Traditional craftsmanship
- Calligraphy
- Ancient engineering
Xi’an
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Days 4–5
Day 4
The First Empire
Beijing → Xi’an
- High-speed train
- Ancient City Wall
- Old City
- Evening exploration
Day 5
Empire & Engineering
- Terracotta Warriors
- Qin Mausoleum
- Ancient engineering
- Silk Road heritage
Hangzhou
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Days 6–7
Day 6
From Ancient Roads to Digital China
Xi’an → Hangzhou
- High-speed train
- West Lake
- Longjing Tea Village
- Contemporary Hangzhou
Day 7
The Digital Transformation
- E-commerce ecosystem
- AI
- Smart city
- Technology companies
- Contemporary entrepreneurship
Shenzhen
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Days 8–10
Day 8
The Innovation Engine
Hangzhou → Shenzhen
- Domestic flight
- Futian CBD
- Shenzhen skyline
- Technology ecosystem
Day 9
The Future Is Here
- Robotics
- AI
- Electric vehicles
- Hardware innovation
- Technology companies
Day 10
China at Full Speed
- Innovation districts
- Startup ecosystem
- Advanced manufacturing
- Entrepreneur / founder encounter
Shanghai
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Days 11–12
Day 11
The Global City
Shenzhen → Shanghai
- Domestic flight
- The Bund
- Shanghai skyline
- Contemporary architecture
Day 12
From Dynasties to AI
Travel across thousands of years of Chinese invention, adaptation and transformation — from imperial engineering to artificial intelligence.
- Shanghai Old City
- Yu Garden
- Contemporary Chinese culture
- Technology / innovation experience
- Farewell dinner
Getting around: High-Speed Rail / Domestic Flight / Private Transfer / Walking
Good to know
Your stay
The proposed route is 12 days. The accommodation and number of nights will be reconciled in your personalised quote. Hotels, room categories and the final night-by-night arrangements are to be confirmed.
Your programme
The activities listed above follow the proposed itinerary. Exact timing, hosts, visits, performance schedules and transport arrangements are subject to confirmation.
Your quote
Ask us to confirm the price, accommodation, guiding, admissions, meals and transport included in your quote. International flights, visas and insurance should be discussed during planning.
Planning your departure
Please tell us your onward plans, particularly where the final day includes an evening or farewell programme. We can discuss departure timing or an additional night if needed.
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