Shanghai · Guilin · Yangshuo · Zhangjiajie · Xi’an · Beijing
Mountains, Rivers & Ancient China
From ancient capitals to landscapes beyond imagination.
China
Mountains, Rivers & Ancient China
From ancient capitals to landscapes beyond imagination.
This 12-day journey connects Shanghai, Guilin, Yangshuo, Zhangjiajie, Xi’an and Beijing. Follow the proposed route below and tell us your preferred dates, interests and pace.
When
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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 · Shanghai → Guilin → Yangshuo → Zhangjiajie → Xi’an → Beijing
Shanghai
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Days 1–2
Day 1
Arrival
- Airport arrival
- The Bund
- Huangpu River
- Welcome dinner
Day 2
Modern China
- Yu Garden
- Old City
- Former French Concession
- Lujiazui
- Contemporary architecture
Guilin
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Day 3
Day 3
Southward
Shanghai → Guilin
- Domestic flight
- Guilin
- Li River area
- Riverside exploration
- Local dinner
Yangshuo
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Days 4–5
Day 4
China in a Painting
Guilin → Yangshuo
- Li River journey
- Karst mountains
- Yangshuo
- Countryside
- Sunset
Day 5
Life Along the River
- Yulong River
- Bamboo rafting
- Cycling
- Villages
- Rice fields
- Local lunch
Zhangjiajie
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Days 6–7
Day 6
From Rivers to Mountains
Yangshuo → Zhangjiajie
- Transfer / domestic flight connection
- Wulingyuan
- Sunset viewpoint
Day 7
The Mountains of Another World
- Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
- Yuanjiajie
- Tianzi Mountain
- Cable car
- Mountain trails
Xi’an
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Days 8–10
Day 8
Wonder to Empire
Zhangjiajie → Xi’an
- Tianmen Mountain
- Tianmen Cave
- Cable car
- Travel to Xi’an
- Evening Old City
Day 9
The First Empire
- Terracotta Warriors
- Qin Mausoleum
- Local cuisine
Day 10
Silk Road
- Ancient City Wall
- Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
- Tang culture
- Muslim Quarter
Beijing
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Days 11–12
Day 11
Toward the Capital
Xi’an → Beijing
- High-speed train
- Hutong
- Courtyard neighborhood
- Evening exploration
Day 12
The Great Finale
Finish among the monuments of imperial China after traveling through its rivers and mountains.
- Forbidden City
- Jingshan Park
- Hutong
- Farewell dinner
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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