Beijing · Xi’an · Suzhou · Hangzhou · Jingdezhen · Shanghai
The Art Of The Scholar
Ink, paper, brush and stone — enter the world of the Chinese scholar.
China
The Art Of The Scholar
Ink, paper, brush and stone — enter the world of the Chinese scholar.
This 12-day journey connects Beijing, Xi’an, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Jingdezhen and Shanghai. Follow the proposed route below and tell us your preferred dates, interests and pace.
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How long
12 days / 11 nightsProposed programme
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 → Suzhou → Hangzhou → Jingdezhen → Shanghai
Beijing
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Days 1–2
Day 1
The Scholar's World
Enter the intellectual world that shaped Chinese art and culture.
- Airport arrival
- Forbidden City
- Imperial collections
- Traditional architecture
- Chinese calligraphy
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Day 2
The Four Treasures
Discover the Four Treasures of the Chinese Scholar's Studio.
- Traditional brush-making
- Ink-making
- Xuan paper craftsmanship
- Seal carving
- Calligraphy workshop
- Scholar's studio experience
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Xi’an
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Days 3–4
Day 3
Ancient Knowledge
Beijing → Xi’an
Travel deeper into China's intellectual and cultural history.
- High-speed train
- Ancient City Wall
- Historic center
- Traditional inscriptions
- Local dinner
Getting around: High-Speed Rail / Walking
Day 4
Words Written in Stone
Read China's history through characters carved into stone.
- Forest of Steles Museum
- Ancient inscriptions
- Tang Dynasty heritage
- Calligraphy interpretation
- Local cultural exploration
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Suzhou
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Days 5–6
Day 5
The Scholar's Garden
Xi’an → Suzhou
Enter the world where gardens became three-dimensional paintings.
- High-speed train
- Check-in
- Classical Suzhou garden
- Canal neighborhoods
- Evening walk
Getting around: High-Speed Rail / Walking
Day 6
Garden & Brush
Discover how scholars transformed nature into art.
- Humble Administrator's Garden
- Classical garden design
- Scholar's garden principles
- Suzhou embroidery
- Silk craftsmanship
- Artisan studio
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Hangzhou
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Days 7–8
Day 7
Landscape & Poetry
Suzhou → Hangzhou
Explore the relationship between landscape, poetry and contemplation.
- High-speed train
- West Lake
- Lakeside walk
- Lingyin Temple
- Traditional tea
Getting around: High-Speed Rail / Walking
Day 8
Ink Landscapes
Discover the visual language of mountains, water, mist and emptiness.
- Longjing Tea Village
- Tea plantation
- Chinese landscape painting experience
- Traditional tea
- West Lake sunset
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Jingdezhen
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Days 9–10
Day 9
From Ink to Fire
Hangzhou → Jingdezhen
Follow the scholar's aesthetic from paper and ink into porcelain.
- Travel to Jingdezhen
- Ceramic district
- Traditional workshops
- Local artists
- Evening exploration
Getting around: High-Speed Rail / Private Transfer
Day 10
The Art of Making
Experience the patience, precision and imagination behind Chinese porcelain.
- Porcelain throwing
- Hand shaping
- Glazing
- Ceramic painting
- Kiln experience
- Meet contemporary ceramic artists
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Shanghai
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Days 11–12
Day 11
Tradition Meets Design
Jingdezhen → Shanghai
See how traditional aesthetics are being reinterpreted today.
- Travel to Shanghai
- Shanghai Old City
- Yu Garden
- Contemporary design district
- Independent galleries
Getting around: High-Speed Rail / Private Transfer / Walking
Day 12
The Scholar Reimagined
Discover how the scholar's pursuit of knowledge and beauty continues into contemporary China.
- Contemporary Chinese art
- Design studios / galleries
- Art district
- Traditional and contemporary Chinese aesthetics
- Farewell dinner
Getting around: Private Transfer / Walking
Good to know
Your stay
The proposed programme is 12 days and 11 nights. 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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