Natural Wonders of China
2021 Chengdu > Shanghai
- Tour Code:
- CHNW
- Duration:
- 18 days
- Departure City:
- Chengdu
- Return City:
- Shanghai
Selected Itinerary
18 Day Itinerary
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Day 1 - Chengdu
Welcome to Chengdu, settle in for a three night stay.
Meals Included: Dinner
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Day 2 - Chengdu
Discover the Museum of Sichuan Cuisine followed by an interactive cooking class to learn all about the secrets of this style of Chinese cooking.
Freechoice DiningDinner is a choice of Sichuan cuisine, Western ribs and burgers at Mooney’s Irish Bar, or an international buffet dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 - Chengdu
EnrichEnjoy a special day as a member of the panda volunteer training program. Enjoy an enchanting encounter with rare Giant panda cubs as you help staff at the Dujiangyan Panda Base prepare food to feed and care for them.
Later, wander along Jinli Street to the 2nd-century Wuhou Temple.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 4 - Chengdu > Jiuzhaigou
Fly to the World Heritage-listed Jiuzhaigou Valley, known as Nine Villages Valley. En route, explore Muni Valley before relaxing at your resort for two nights.
Freechoice DiningChoose to dine at Simmer Chinese restaurant or an international buffet at Open.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 - Jiuzhaigou
At 2,800 metres explore this remarkable World Biosphere Reserve by private bus.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 6 - Jiuzhaigou > Xi’an
Discover Songpan Ancient Town then fly to Xi’an for a two night stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 - Xi’an
EnrichGaze at Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s amazing Terracotta Warriors in the company of a museum curator.
Enjoy a stroll around the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Thanksgiving Temple.
EnrichBe treated to a special private after hours viewing of ancient artefacts at a local museum. Savour refreshing drinks and learn about the history of Shaanxi Province from the museum’s curator.
SundownersEnjoy refreshments overlooking the Big Wild Goose Pagoda at sunset.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 8 - Xi’an > Guilin
Explore Xi’an’s ancient city wall and the Muslim Quarter’s alleyways before flying to Guilin for an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 9 - Guilin > Yangshuo
Enjoy picturesque vistas as you sail down the idyllic Li River to Yangshuo. Later stroll around the Old Town before settling back at your luxurious hotel for a two night Special Stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 10 - Yangshuo
Venture into the countryside to discover a rural way of life rarely encountered by tourists. Visit Fuli, the hometown of China’s iconic painted paper fans. In the evening, witness the amazing Impression Liu Sanjie Show.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 11 - Yangshuo > Guilin > Guangzhou
After exploring around Guilin, take the high-speed train to Guangzhou for a two night stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 - Guangzhou:
FreechoiceVisit the historical Yuexiu Park and Shamian Island or visit Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. Alternatively, ride the Bubble Tram on top of Canton Tower.
Your afternoon is at leisure for shopping. This evening admire the city’s futuristic skyline on your cruise along the Pearl River.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 13 - Guangzhou > Zhangjiajie
Fly to the World Heritage-listed Wulingyuan Scenic Area in Zhangjiajie. Tonight, experience a cultural performance at the Zhangjiajie Theatre. You’ll spend the next two nights in Zhangjiajie.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 14 - Zhangjiajie
By private shuttle bus, explore this region’s wondrous ravines and gorges. Avoid the queues with your VIP pass and ride the Bailong elevator at Yuanjiajie. See the gravity-defying mesas of Avatar’s ‘Hallelujah Mountain’, then soak in the views from Tianzi Mountain.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 15 - Zhangjiajie > Shanghai
Soar on the world’s longest cable car to Tianmen Mountain, also known as Heaven Gate Mountain. This evening, fly to cosmopolitan Shanghai and enjoy a three night Special Stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 16 - Shanghai
Stroll along the famous Bund and compare its striking heritage buildings to those in Yu Gardens. Across the Huangpu River, explore the Pudong area and discover the modern China. Later, admire the view from Shanghai Tower.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 17 - Shanghai
FreechoiceWander through the Shanghai Museum, People’s Square and Xintiandi or visit Zhujiajiao. Alternatively, take a cruise on Huangpu River.
SundownersSoak in the view of the Bund and Pudong with farewell drinks from the rooftop bar.
After enjoy your farewell dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 18 - Shanghai
It’s the end of an amazing journey.
Please note: pre-release itinerary subject to change
Meals Included: Breakfast
