China Pearls Land of the Dragon

Arrive in Beijing Airport, our car will pick us up and transfer to our hotel. As the capital city of China, Beijing is arguably one of the most historical and cultural cities and ancient capitals in the world. In the evening we take a tour in Wangfujing Street.

Our first stop is the impressive Tiananmen Square, where most of the national ceremonies are held. From the square, you can walk to the splendid Forbidden City. Upon arrival at the largest imperial palace, travelers are always impressed by the high red walls and large quantity of buildings with golden roofs. Then we walk to Coal Hill, which is a royal garden in the past where we can enjoy a panoramic view of Forbidden City. After that, we drive to Shichahai Hutong to visit the traditional residence of Beijing with Rickshaws, which is an old way of transportation. Then we visit Houhai area by walking, which is a part of Shichahai.

Today we first visit the fascinating Badaling Great Wall; we take the cable car up, and walk down. The wall was constructed from the seventh century onward to protect the Chinese empire from invaders. It remains an unmissable part of the overall China experience. Then we drive to visit Summer Palace incl boat ride. The palace was used as the royal family’s “Palace to avoid the heat” when in summer. In the evening, we shall see the Kongfu Show by regular seats.

Today we first visit Temple of Heaven, where ever the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped the Gods of Heaven. Then we go to Silk Market, in which you’ll find nearly all the things you want to buy. Then we transfer to station for Bullet Train to Xian G87 (1400/1825) by 2^nd class seats. Upon arrival, our guide and driver in Xi’an will pick you up and drive to the hotel for rest.

Today you will be driven to the suburb area to marvel at the powerful Qin Terra Cotta Warriors. Then we drive back to the city and go to visit Shaanxi Historical Museum, known as “the pearl of Xian, the treasury of China”. After the museum, we’ll visit South Gate Old City Wall, which is the most complete city wall that has survived in China, as well being one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world. Then we go to Muslim Quarter. There are about ten mosques in this area, among which the Great Mosque is the most famous and popular.

In the morning we drive to the A/P for flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, the guide and driver will pick us up and drive to visit Reed Flute Cave. Inside this water-eroded cave is a spectacular world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations created by carbonate deposition. Walking through the serried stone pillars, tourists feast their eyes on changing spots, feeling they are in a paradise where the Gods live. After that, we drive to Elephant Trunk Hill. It’s an Elephant’s nose shaped rock extending into the river, just like its drinking water from the river.

We drive to Longsheng today and visit the Terrace Fields there incl round way battery car, and also visit the Yao and Zhuang Minorities Villages. Then we drive back to Guilin and walk around Ronghu Area. We will stop by Pearl Factory before we drive back to hotel.

Today we first take the Li River boat cruise to Yangshuo. Along the trip you will enjoy the attractive scenery on both sides of the bank, and after arrival, you’ll be able to enjoy your stay in Yangshuo. After a rest at hotel, we will take bicycle tour around nearby local villages and visit The Big Banyan Tree. It has survived wind and rain over centuries since it was planted nearly 1500 years ago. Later we will take time stroll along West Street, which is the most prosperous street in Yangshuo County. Then in the evening we drive to enjoy the beautiful Impression Show, which is platformed on Li River.

Today we drive back to Guilin A/P for flight to Shanghai, the guide and driver will pick us up and transfer to hotel for a short rest. Then we go to visit Jewish Quarter incl the Synagogue and French Concession. In the evening, you’ll be entertained by the Acrobatic show at the theater. Then we drive back to our hotel.

Today we first visit Yu Garden including nearby Bazzars. In Yuyuan, you can see the sophisticated design and fine layout of pavilions, halls, rockeries, ponds and cloisters. Then we visit Shanghai Museum, which specializes in ancient art works of China, especially bronze ware, chinaware, calligraphies and paintings. After that, we will take a walking tour of Nanjing Road and The Bund to enjoy the modern view of Shanghai. Then we go to take elevator up to the TV Tower and take an overlook of the Shanghai City. Transfer to hotel and rest.

Today we drive to visit the beautiful Water Town of Zhujiajiao including boat cruise. Then we drive back to Shanghai and visit Tianzifang area, which used to be the living area of local people in the past, but now has been changed to modern leisure area with many interesting Coffee shops in. And then we will stop by Silk Factory before transfer back to our hotel. 

Free Time in the morning. Transfer to airport and take departure flight back home.