Shanghai · Hangzhou · Huangshan · Xi’an · Chengdu · Zhangjiajie · Beijing
Across The Worlds Of China
One country. Many landscapes. Countless stories.
China
Across The Worlds Of China
One country. Many landscapes. Countless stories.
This 15-day journey connects Shanghai, Hangzhou, Huangshan, Xi’an, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie and Beijing. Follow the proposed route below and tell us your preferred dates, interests and pace.
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How long
15 days / 14 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 → Zhangjiajie → Beijing
Shanghai
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Days 1–2
Day 1
Arrival
Begin with the meeting point of China's past and present.
- Airport arrival
- The Bund
- Huangpu River
- Welcome dinner
Day 2
Old & New
Discover Shanghai beyond the skyline.
- Yu Garden
- Shanghai Old City
- Former French Concession
- Lanes
- Lujiazui
- Contemporary Shanghai
Hangzhou
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Days 3–4
Day 3
Tea & Water
Shanghai → Hangzhou
Enter China's world of tea, gardens and poetry.
- High-speed train
- West Lake
- Longjing Tea Village
- Tea experience
- Lakeside evening
Day 4
Living Tradition
Ancient culture in everyday life.
- Lingyin Temple
- Longjing
- Tea-making
- Traditional cuisine
- West Lake
Huangshan
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Day 5
Day 5
Ancient Villages
Hangzhou → Huangshan
Discover one of China's most recognizable village landscapes.
- Travel to Huangshan
- Hongcun
- Huizhou architecture
- Traditional village
- Local cuisine
Xi’an
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Days 6–8
Day 6
Mountains & Empire
Huangshan → Xi’an
From natural wonder to imperial civilization.
- Huangshan Scenic Area
- Granite peaks
- Sea of Clouds
- Morning exploration
- Travel to Xi’an
Day 7
The First Empire
Meet the origins of unified China.
- Terracotta Warriors
- Qin Mausoleum area
- Ancient City Wall
- Local food
Day 8
Silk Road
Discover the cultures that once flowed through Xi’an.
- Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
- Tang culture
- Muslim Quarter
- Local market
Chengdu
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Days 9–11
Day 9
Living China
Xi’an → Chengdu
Discover Chengdu's relaxed rhythm.
- High-speed train
- People’s Park
- Teahouse
- Local neighborhood
- Sichuan cuisine
Day 10
Pandas
Meet China's most iconic animal.
- Giant Panda Base
- People’s Park
- Teahouse
- Local dining
Day 11
Sichuan
Discover Chengdu through taste and performance.
- Local market
- Cooking experience
- Sichuan cuisine
- Hotpot
- Sichuan Opera
Zhangjiajie
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Days 12–13
Day 12
Into the Wild
Chengdu → Zhangjiajie
Enter another world.
- Domestic flight
- Wulingyuan
- First mountain viewpoints
- Sunset
Day 13
Beyond Imagination
Walk through China's most surreal landscapes.
- Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
- Yuanjiajie
- Tianzi Mountain
- Trails
- Cable car
Beijing
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Days 14–15
Day 14
Above the Clouds
Zhangjiajie → Beijing
One final encounter with the extraordinary before returning to the capital.
- Tianmen Mountain
- Tianmen Cave
- Cable car
- Travel to Beijing
- Hutong evening
Day 15
Imperial Finale
Finish where China's story begins — at the heart of its imperial past.
- Forbidden City
- Jingshan Park
- Hutong
- Courtyard experience
- Farewell dinner
Good to know
Your stay
The proposed programme is 15 days and 14 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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