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The Many Faces Of China

Seven places. Seven perspectives. One extraordinary country.

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The Many Faces Of China

Seven places. Seven perspectives. One extraordinary country.

This 13-day journey connects Shanghai, Hangzhou, Huangshan, Xi’an, Chengdu and Beijing. Follow the proposed route below and tell us your preferred dates, interests and pace.

When

Your preferred datesSubject to availability

Price

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How long

13 days / 12 nightsProposed programme

This is a proposed itinerary. Dates, accommodation, transport, visits and included services will be confirmed in your personalised quote.

View journey route · Shanghai → Hangzhou → Huangshan → Xi’an → Chengdu → BeijingCHINA11. Shanghai22. Hangzhou33. Huangshan44. Xi’an55. Chengdu66. BeijingSCHEMATIC ROUTE · NOT TO SCALE

Shanghai

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Days 1–2

Day 1

Arrival & The Bund

  • Airport arrival
  • The Bund
  • Huangpu River
  • Welcome dinner
AI test illustration of the Shanghai skyline at blue hour

Day 2

Old & New Shanghai

  • Yu Garden
  • Old City
  • Former French Concession
  • Lanes
  • Lujiazui
  • Contemporary architecture
Day 2 photos
Planted terraces at Tian An 1000 Trees in Shanghai
AI test illustration of the Shanghai skyline at blue hour
AI test illustration of the Shanghai skyline at blue hour
AI test illustration of the Shanghai skyline at blue hour
Planted terraces at Tian An 1000 Trees in Shanghai
Planted terraces at Tian An 1000 Trees in Shanghai
1 / 2Shanghai · In pictures

Hangzhou

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Days 3–4

Day 3

The World of Tea

Shanghai → Hangzhou

  • High-speed train
  • West Lake
  • Longjing Tea Village
  • Tea experience
  • Lakeside evening
Chinese tea setting

Day 4

Living Tradition

  • Lingyin Temple
  • Longjing
  • Tea-making
  • Traditional cuisine
  • West Lake
Day 4 photos
Traditional circular architecture at Hangzhou West Lake
AI test illustration: Chinese tea country
Traditional circular architecture at Hangzhou West Lake
Traditional circular architecture at Hangzhou West Lake
AI test illustration: Chinese tea country
AI test illustration: Chinese tea country
Chinese tea setting
Chinese tea setting
1 / 3Hangzhou · In pictures

Huangshan

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Day 5

Day 5

Ancient China

Hangzhou → Huangshan

  • Hongcun Ancient Village
  • Huizhou architecture
  • Traditional village life
  • Local cuisine
AI test illustration: Huangshan mountain landscape
AI test illustration: Huangshan mountain landscape
AI test illustration: Huangshan mountain landscape
Traditional Huizhou architecture by the water
Traditional Huizhou architecture by the water
1 / 2Huangshan · In pictures

Xi’an

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Days 6–8

Day 6

Mountains to Empire

Huangshan → Xi’an

  • Huangshan Scenic Area
  • Mountain viewpoints
  • Sea of Clouds
  • Travel to Xi’an
Day 6 photos
Traditional dress and cultural gathering in Xi’an
AI test illustration of the Terracotta Army near Xi’an

Day 7

The First Empire

  • Terracotta Warriors
  • Qin Mausoleum
  • Ancient City Wall
  • Local food
AI test illustration of the Terracotta Army near Xi’an

Day 8

Silk Road Crossroads

  • Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
  • Tang heritage
  • Muslim Quarter
  • Local market
Day 8 photos
Traditional dress and cultural gathering in Xi’an
AI test illustration of the Terracotta Army near Xi’an
AI test illustration of the Terracotta Army near Xi’an
AI test illustration of the Terracotta Army near Xi’an
Traditional dress and cultural gathering in Xi’an
Traditional dress and cultural gathering in Xi’an
1 / 2Xi’an · In pictures

Chengdu

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Days 9–11

Day 9

Into Living China

Xi’an → Chengdu

  • High-speed train
  • People’s Park
  • Teahouse
  • Local neighborhoods
A Sichuan opera fire-breathing performance

Day 10

Pandas & People

  • Giant Panda Base
  • People’s Park
  • Teahouse
  • Local cuisine
Day 10 photos
AI test illustration of a giant panda eating bamboo
A Sichuan opera performer holding a fan

Day 11

The Taste of Sichuan

  • Local market
  • Sichuan cooking
  • Hotpot
  • Sichuan Opera
A Sichuan opera performer holding a fan
AI test illustration of a giant panda eating bamboo
AI test illustration of a giant panda eating bamboo
A Sichuan opera performer holding a fan
A Sichuan opera performer holding a fan
A Sichuan opera fire-breathing performance
A Sichuan opera fire-breathing performance
1 / 3Chengdu · In pictures

Beijing

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Days 12–13

Day 12

Across China

Chengdu → Beijing

  • Domestic flight
  • Hutong
  • Courtyard neighborhood
  • Evening exploration
Day 12 photos
Roast duck displayed in a Beijing restaurant
Tiananmen Gate in Beijing

Day 13

Imperial Finale

See China not as one destination, but as a collection of worlds.

  • Tiananmen Square
  • Forbidden City
  • Jingshan Park
  • Hutong
  • Farewell dinner
Tiananmen Gate in Beijing
Tiananmen Gate in Beijing
Tiananmen Gate in Beijing
A traveller looking towards the Great Wall
A traveller looking towards the Great Wall
Roast duck displayed in a Beijing restaurant
Roast duck displayed in a Beijing restaurant
1 / 3Beijing · In pictures

Good to know

Your stay

The proposed programme is 13 days and 12 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.

Photography combines the WanderBao image collection with clearly labelled AI test illustrations. Some photographs provide regional or thematic context rather than depicting a confirmed visit.

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