10-Day Mysterious China
Start from $2345 per person
Introduction
This Itinerary will show you a brand new China. It not only covers popular cities in China but also includes Zhangjiajie, an extremely mysterious city in the northwest of China’s Hunan province is famous for having the “Avatar Hallelujah Mountain” which was the influence for the floating Hallelujah Mountains of Pandora in the Avatar movie. This region is home to so many scenic wonders that will surely take your breath away.
Tour Highlights
- Travel cities include Beijing, Xian, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai
- Beijing, Xian and shanghai city tour
- Hike the Great wall in Beijing
- Visit the Army of Terracotta Warriors in Xian
- Hike in Zhangjiajie
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Travel Length
10 days -
Experience
Hiking, Architecture, Ancient -
Group Type
Family without baby, Couple, Adventure -
Transport
Train and Airplane -
Included
Airplane TransportEnglish Speaking guideEntrance feesHotel with breakfastPrivate car -
Exclusions
GratuitiesPersonal expenses
The private tour could be fully customizable based on your preference. Please feel free to chat with our travel constants, they are here to support you!
Welcome to Beijing
- 11:25 - Pick you up from the airport to Mutianyu Great Wall (This is about an 80-minute drive)
- 14:00 - After lunch, hike the Mutianyu Great Wall. This section of the Great Wall of China is a masterpiece of restoration with 23 original-style watchtowers. This section is also the less crowded one and has better architecture than the Badaling section.
- 18:00 - Next stop visit Bird Nest and Water Cube.This stadium was used as the main stadium for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
- 19:00 - Transfer to hotel and rest.
Beijing
- 09:00 - Pick you up from the hotel proceed to Tiananmen Square.
- 09:15 - Explore Tiananmen Square. Here you will also find the Tiananmen Tower, Monument to the People's Heroes.
- 10:30 - Visit the Forbidden City. It was the former seat of power for the Imperial Chinese Dragon Throne from the Ming to the end of the Qing dynasty and now it is home to the Palace Museum.
- 12:30 - Time for a lunch break with amazing food.
- 14:00 - Check out the Temple of Heaven. This is listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.Built during the Ming dynasty, this temple was visited by emperors during winter solstice and this is where they prayed to Heaven for a good harvest.
- 16:00 - You will reach the Summer Palace. It is considered as the most well-preserved and largest royal park in China and boasts of its amazing natural beauty.
- 18:30 - Transfer back to the hotel and enjoy your leisure time.
Beijing to Xian (Train)
- 09:00 - Check out from the hotel and proceed to Hutong.
- 09:20 - Visit the Hutong. This historical landmark attracts a lot of tourists because they date back to ancient times and also because they are essentially a big part of China.
- 11:30- After lunch, transfer to Beijing train station to Xi'an.
- 18:20 - Pick you up from the Xian train station and transfer to the hotel and rest.
Xian
- 10:00 - Pick you up from Hotel to Terracotta Army and QinShihuang’s Imperial Tomb
- 10:30 - Visit Terracotta Army and QinShihuang’s Imperial Tomb. The Terracotta Army is a huge collection of life-sized terracotta soldiers that were made to be an accompaniment for the Emperor QinShihuang and was buried together with him.
- 14:00 - After lunch, explore Yongxing Square, the cultural and food business district located in Dongxin Street in Xi'an.
- 16:30 - Transfer back to the hotel.
Xian to Zhangjiajie (Airplane)
- 10:00 - Pick you up from the hotel to Shan’xi History Museum.
- 10:30 - Learn some History from Shan’xi History Museum. This museum is one of the first huge state museums with modern facilities in Chine.
- 12:00 - Luch time with delicious food.
- 13:00- Then Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda which considered as one of the famous Buddhist pagodas in China.
- 14:30- Explore Bell Tower & Drum Tower Square. The Bell Tower is the largest and best-preserved wooden tower of its kind in China is a traditional building, that marks the geographical center of the ancient capital.
- 15:30- Up next is one of the oldest, best-preserved, and largest Islamic mosques in China - Grand Mosque.
- 16:30- Free time and than transfer to Xian Airport to Zhangjiajie.
- 21:50 - Pick you up from airport and transfer to hotel.
Zhanhgiajie
- 08:00 - Pick up from the hotel to Tianzi Mountain.
- 09:00 - Explore Tianzi Mountain via cable car.
- 14:00 - After lunch, visit Yuanjiajie and see why the blockbuster movie "Avatar" got its inspiration from the "Southern Sky Pillar" here.
- 16:30 - Transfer back to the hotel.
Zhangjiajie
- 08:30 - Pick you up from the hotel to 10-mile Natural Gallery.
- 09:00 - Marvel at the naturally formed sculptures in the wonderful 10-mile Natural Gallery. The electric train will be used to sightseeing one way, and the other on foot.
- 11:00 - Explore Golden whip stream where you can experience pristine waters, lush green mountainsides, amazing and strange peaks that would intrigue you.
- 14:30 - Boat tour of the emerald waters and lovely scenery of Baofeng Lake.
- 16:30 - Transfer to hotel and enjoy your free time.
Zhangjiajie to Shanghai (Airplane)
- 08:00 - Pick you up from the hotel to Tiananmen Mountain.
- 09:00 - Have fun to explore the many attractions in Tianmen Mountain which has been dubbed as one of the most beautiful mountains in the world.
- 15:30 - Enjoy some sandstone art at the Junsheng Sandstone Painting Gallery.
- 16:00 - Free time and then transfer to the Zhangjiajie airport
- 23:20 - Pick you up from the Pudong airport and transfer to the hotel.
Shanghai
- In the morning, enjoy your time in the hotel.
- 11:00 - Afternoon, you will visit People Square, East Nanjing Road, City God Temple and Yu Garden.
- 19:00 - Transfer back to the hotel.
Departure from Shanghai
- Pick you up from hotel to airport
Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art
A hidden gem nestled in the historical Hutong area in central Bejing, the shadow art-themed Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel could be a peaceful retreat away from bustling urban life. Traditional cultural activities can be experienced here, including shadow art painting classes, calligraphy practicing and dumpling making. Also, guests can watch free shadow art performances indoor every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.- 4-star
- Featuring modern Chinese design elements
- A 5-minute walk from the scenic Houhai area
- Beijing Nanyuan Airport 16.7 km
- Beijing Capital International Airport 23.4 km
Wyndham Grand Xian South
Boasting an incredible location in the center of Qujiang New District near the Dayan Pagoda and Xi’an Qujiang International Convention and Exhibition Center, the Wyndham Grand Xian South offers luxurious amenities in Shaanxi’s historic capital city. Effortlessly fusing traditional architectural influences with contemporary styling.- 5-star
- 565 over-sized, elegant guest rooms
- Featured world-class services, a chic lobby lounge, mouth-watering dining options
- 5,000-square-meters of chic meeting and event space
- Dayan Pagoda, The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses, and Tang Paradise nearby
- Xi'an Xianyang International Airport 35 km
Pullman Zhangjiajie Hotel
Pullman Zhangjiajie is a high-end international brand hotel with world class standard, located in the center of Wulingyuan which is known as the world natural heritage, geological park, national forest as well as a 5A level scenic spot. Strategically convenient location with a 30-minute drive from Zhangjiajie City, airport and railway station, this Pullman hotel is only 3.5-hour highway by car from Changsha City and few minutes from the famous attractions such as Tianzishan entrance of the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Huanglong Cave and Baofeng Lake.- 5-star
- 456 rooms and suites varying in types
- Easy access to swimming, tennis court, table tennis and snooker rooms
- Beautiful mountain views from balconies, relax poolside
- 2 restaurants, 3 bars
- Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport 24.1 km
Shanghai Marriott Hotel
Located right in the heart of downtown Shanghai, just moments from Nanjing Road and the Bund, Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre boasts immaculately designed accommodations and a host of amenities.- 5-star
- Rooms with skyline or river views from over-sized windows
- Fitness center, indoor lap pool, spa, 4 restaurants On Site
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 7 km
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport 6 km
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