Highlights of China

Included Highlights

• Cruise Shanghai’s Huangpu River by night

• Explore the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao

• Walk along Shanghai’s famous Bund

• Discover Xi’an’s lively Muslim Quarter

• Come face to face with the Terracotta Warriors

• Walk along the ancient Xi’an City Wall

• Experience a Tang Dynasty court performance

• Explore Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City

• Discover Beijing’s traditional hutongs

• Walk along the Great Wall of China

• Visit the beautiful Summer Palace

• Enjoy an authentic Peking Duck dinner

Itinerary

Days 1–2 | Welcome to Shanghai

Fly overnight to Shanghai, China’s vibrant international metropolis. On arrival, transfer to your hotel with time to settle in, relax and get your first taste of the city.

Day 3 | Discover Shanghai

Explore the classical Yu Garden and wander through Shanghai’s atmospheric Old City before visiting a traditional silk workshop. Stroll along the famous Bund and admire the contrast between its historic architecture and the modern skyline of Pudong. Ascend Jin Mao Tower for panoramic city views before an evening cruise along the Huangpu River with a Shanghai-style dinner.

Day 4 | Shanghai & Zhujiajiao

Travel to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town of narrow streets, stone bridges and peaceful canals. Spend time exploring this charming glimpse of old Jiangnan before returning to Shanghai. Later, revisit the Bund and experience the energy of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.

Day 5 | Shanghai to Xi’an

Fly to Xi’an, one of China’s great ancient capitals and the historic starting point of the Silk Road. Visit a traditional local brewery before exploring the lively Muslim Quarter, where colourful streets, local food and centuries of cultural influences come together.

Day 6 | Terracotta Warriors & Ancient Xi’an

Come face to face with the remarkable Terracotta Warriors, created more than two thousand years ago to guard China’s first emperor. Afterwards, try your hand at traditional clay figurine making before walking along Xi’an’s ancient City Wall. In the evening, enjoy a speciality dumpling banquet followed by a spectacular Tang Dynasty court dance performance.

Day 7 | Xi’an to Beijing

Travel by high-speed train to Beijing, China’s historic capital. This evening, sit back and enjoy an impressive Chinese acrobatics performance.

Day 8 | Imperial Beijing

Begin at Tian’anmen Square before entering the vast Forbidden City, once home to China’s emperors. Continue to the Temple of Heaven, one of the masterpieces of traditional Chinese architecture. Later, explore Beijing’s historic hutongs and visit a local courtyard home for an insight into everyday life and traditions in the old city.

Day 9 | The Great Wall

Walk along one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, the Great Wall of China, surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. In the afternoon, visit the Summer Palace and explore its beautiful gardens, lakes and pavilions. Your final evening includes one of Beijing’s most famous culinary traditions, a Peking Duck dinner.

Day 10 | Farewell Beijing

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK, bringing your journey through China to an end.

Your Tour Includes

• 4-star hotel accommodation

• All transportation within China

• Professional local guide services

• Entrance fees for all listed attractions

• All meals as detailed above

Dining: 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners

Flight Information

Your journey begins in Shanghai and concludes in Beijing. Round-trip international flights from the UK are included in the tour price.

Departure Dates

2027: Jan 1, Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7, Jun 4, Jul 2, Aug 6, Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3

2028: Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Jun 2, Jul 7, Aug 4, Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1

Additional departure dates may be available subject to availability.