Fabulous China 10 Days: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Yangshuo, Guangzhou
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through China, exploring the vibrant cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Yangshuo, and Guangzhou. This tour offers a seamless blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, with visits to iconic landmarks such as the Forbidden City, Great Wall, Terra Cotta Army, and the picturesque Li River. Travel in comfort via bullet train and flights, accompanied by knowledgeable local guides. Experience the bustling streets of Shanghai, the ancient wonders of Xi'an, and the serene landscapes of Yangshuo. Conclude your adventure in Guangzhou with a night cruise on the Pearl River, taking in the city's dazzling lights. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and a variety of included meals, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience in the heart of China. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Beijing
Welcome to China! Today is arrival day, upon arrival, our guide will meet you at arrival exit and transfer you hotel in Beijing. Enjoy your free time for the rest of the day.
Day 2 : Beijing to Mutianyu Great Wall Day Tour
Location: Mutianyu Great Wall
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Beijing
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will be transferred to Mutianyu Great Wall where you will climb up the Great Wall that was built 600 years ago. Afterwards you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Day 3 : Beijing to Shanghai by bullet train after Forbidden City
Location: Shanghai
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit the Forbidden City, Tian'anmen Square this morning before catching 5-hour bullet train to Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel. Note it is extremely to get the entrance ticket now to the Forbidden City, we will arrange to visit Temple of Heaven instead of it if we cannot get the entrance ticket to the Forbidden City.
Day 4 : Shanghai city tour by metro/taxi
Location: Shanghai
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
City explore in Shanghai by metro and taxi today with a local guide, you will visit the Bund that is riverfront of the Huangpu River, Yu Garden that is an old pretty garden, Nanjing Road, and Xintiandi that is former French Colony, etc.
Day 5 : Shanghai to Xi'an by air, visit Muslim Quarter and City Wall
Location: Xi'an
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Xi'an
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take 2-hour morning flight to Xi'an. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Xian hotel. Explore the OId Ciy Wall this afternoon, which was built 600 years ago with a length of 14km. Then you will wander around the renowned Muslim Quarter where there are shops, markets, restaurants, and old houses etc.
Day 6 : Xi'an to Terra Cotta Warrios tour
Location: Xi'an
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Xi'an
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will take one-hour ride to the well-known Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses Museum. There are three pits in the museum where you will be impressed by the high-level art 2000 years ago.
After included lunch at local restaurant, you will be transferred back to hotel.
Day 7 : Xi'an to Guilin by air, then drive to Yangshuo
Location: Guilin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Yangshuo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take 2-hour flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, you will take 1.5 hour ride to Yangshuo, a picturesque small town with stunning Li River and Karst mountains.
You can wander around West Street this evening, where there are various restaurants, shops, bars and pubs etc.
Day 8 : Yangshuo bike riding and rafting on Yulong River & Mt Xianggong
Location: Yangshuo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Yangshuo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you can ride a bike to the stunning Yulong River, or hike around if you do not want to ride bike.
Then you will take a bamboo raft on the pretty Yulong River to view the pictuesque karst mountains and the rice paddies.
Later, you will climb up Mount Xianggong to view the Li River on the top.
Day 9 : Yangshuo to Guangzhou by bullet train, Guangzhou city tour
Location: Guangzhou
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star hotel in Guangzhou
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take 2-hour bullet train from Yangshuo to Guangzhou, Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and start to visit the pretty city Guangzhou. You will visit the Academy of Clan Chen, the Shamian Island, and view the Canton Tower. Take a night cruise on the Pearl River to view the fantastic lights in the evening.
Day 10 : Depart from Guangzhou
Location: Guangzhou
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is departure day. You will be transferred to Guangzhou airport where the tour concludes.
What's Included
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Entrance
Entrance fees to various attractions are included.
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Local guide
A local guide will accompany you throughout the tour.
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Private car and bus
Transportation by private car and bus is provided.
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Accommodation
Accommodation in 3-star hotels is included.
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Flight Shanghai-Xian-Guilin
Economy class flights from Shanghai to Xian and Guilin are included.
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Bullet train
Second class bullet train tickets are included.
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Meals
9 breakfasts and 7 lunches are included.
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Airport transfer
Transfers from Beijing and Guangzhou airports are included.
What's Not Included
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Tips and gratuities
Tips and gratuities are not included in the tour package.
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Passport
A valid passport is required and not included in the tour package.
Know Before You Go
- Passport Required
Requirements
Passport
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly across China with a combination of bullet trains, flights, private cars, and buses, providing efficient and comfortable transportation between major cities and attractions.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays in 3-star hotels throughout your journey in China, with accommodations in Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Yangshuo, and Guangzhou, ensuring a restful experience after each day's exploration.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes travel by bullet train, flight, private car, and bus.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 9 breakfasts and 7 lunches.
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What happens if we cannot get entrance tickets to the Forbidden City?
If entrance tickets to the Forbidden City cannot be obtained, the tour will arrange a visit to the Temple of Heaven instead.
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What activities are available in Yangshuo?
In Yangshuo, you can ride a bike or hike to the Yulong River, take a bamboo raft on the river, and climb Mount Xianggong for views of the Li River.
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Is there a night activity included in Guangzhou?
Yes, there is a night cruise on the Pearl River to view the fantastic lights in Guangzhou.
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What is the accommodation standard during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in 3-star hotels throughout the trip.
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Tipping in China
If you're happy with the services provided then a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. Tipping is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across China and other Asian countries. We recommend that any tips are given to the intended recipient by a member of your group, rather than collected and passed on by the group leader. The following amounts are based on local considerations and feedback from our past travellers: Restaurants: Tipping is not common practice at restaurants in China or Tibet. Tour guides: Throughout your tour you may at times have local guides or national guide. We suggest CNY20-50 per person per day for guides. Porters: In some hotels a porter may offer to carry your bag to your room. We suggest CNY10 per bag for porters. Drivers: You may have a range of drivers on your trip. Some may be with you for a short journey while others may be with you for several days. We would suggest that you tip only those more involved with the group (for example those that help you with your bags etc). CNY10-30 per person per day is generally appropriate.
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Can I travel to China without a visa?
US/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canada citizens(actually most western country citizens) planning to visit China's mainland must apply for an entry visa through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General. ... WithUS/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canadapassport, citizens do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong, but travelers who plan to visit China's mainland while in the region will need a visa to travel from Hong Kong to China. However, some cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing etc. that allow 24-hour/72-hour direct transit in China, also called the 24-hour/72-hour transit without visa, regulates that visa is not required for air, train, and ship passengers transiting in mainland China for a stay of no more than 24 hours/72 hours before heading for a third country or region formost western country citizens.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
All of our tours are planned and operated on a twin-share basis, meaning that the standard cost is based either on individual travellers sharing accommodation with another group member of the same sex, or people who book together sharing accommodation. Silkroadtrips are pleased to offer travellers the option of pre-booking a guaranteed single room. Kindly note our single supplement do not include sharing cabins on the overnight trains or cruises.
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Trains
Aboard the overnight sleeper train, berths are usually in 1st class ‘soft sleeper’ lockable compartments for 4 which have 2 sets of bunks with clean bedding provided. WC and washbasins are provided for shared use at the end of each carriage. Hot meals and snacks are sold to your berth on all overnight journeys. In times of large demand we may have to travel in 2nd class ‘hard sleeper’ which consists of sectioned off compartments for 6,leading off an open plan carriage. Bullet trains are getting popular, it is very modern with a high velocity of 300km per hour. There are western toilets, dinning car on the bullet trains, and normally for short distance running 1—8 hours.
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Low Deposit
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of silk road trips charges.
Up to 31 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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Fabulous China 10 Days: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Yangshuo, Guangzhou
10 Days Starting in Beijing, China and ending in Guangzhou, China
Visiting: Beijing, Mutianyu Great Wall, Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin, Yangshuo, Guangzhou
Tour operator:
Tour code:
103141
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
1-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Boat/Cruise Excursion, Cycling, Rail Excursion, Sightseeing, Walking
Private Available:
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