Skip to content
WANDERBAO
Explore trips
Tiananmen Gate in Beijing

Beijing · Xi’an · Chengdu

Ancient Roads, Living China

Follow the road from imperial China into the rhythm of today.

Home / Trips / Ancient Roads, Living China

China

Ancient Roads, Living China

Follow the road from imperial China into the rhythm of today.

This 9-day journey connects Beijing, Xi’an and Chengdu. Follow the proposed route below and tell us your preferred dates, interests and pace.


When

Your preferred datesSubject to availability

Price

Request a quoteTailored to your journey

How long

9 days / 8 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 → ChengduCHINA11. Beijing22. Xi’an33. ChengduSCHEMATIC ROUTE · NOT TO SCALE

Beijing

Explore the proposed experiences for this stage of your journey.

Days 1–3

Day 1

Arrival

  • Airport arrival
  • Hutong
  • Courtyard neighborhood
  • Welcome dinner
Tiananmen Gate in Beijing

Day 2

Imperial China

  • Tiananmen Square
  • Forbidden City
  • Jingshan Park
  • Hutong exploration

Day 3

The Great Wall

  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Mountain walk
  • Countryside lunch
  • Scenic viewpoints
Roast duck displayed in a Beijing restaurant
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

Xi’an

Explore the proposed experiences for this stage of your journey.

Days 4–5

Day 4

Ancient Roads

Beijing → Xi’an

  • High-speed train
  • Ancient City Wall
  • Old City
  • Local food

Day 5

The First Empire

  • Terracotta Warriors
  • Qin Mausoleum
  • Local cuisine
  • Evening exploration
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

Explore the proposed experiences for this stage of your journey.

Days 6–9

Day 6

Into Living China

Xi’an → Chengdu

  • High-speed train
  • People’s Park
  • Traditional teahouse
  • Local neighborhood

Day 7

Pandas & People

  • Giant Panda Base
  • People’s Park
  • Teahouse
  • Local lifestyle
AI test illustration of a giant panda eating bamboo

Day 8

The Taste of Sichuan

  • Local market
  • Sichuan cuisine
  • Cooking experience
  • Hotpot
  • Sichuan Opera

Day 9

Inside Chengdu

Follow China's story from imperial power to a city defined by culture, creativity and everyday life.

  • Local community
  • Traditional craft
  • Creative district
  • Meet local makers
  • Farewell dinner
A Sichuan opera fire-breathing performance
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

Good to know

Your stay

The proposed programme is 9 days and 8 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.

Let us shape your journey

Tell us your dates, number of travellers and the experiences that interest you.

Start planninginfo@wanderbao.com