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15-Day China Odyssey: Avatar Peaks, Giant Pandas & Imperial Capitals

15 days · 14 nights
Type·PrivateCustom
Destinations·Beijing,Xi'an,Chengdu,Chongqing,Zhangjiajie,Shanghai

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Experience city five‑star hotels for unmatched comfort and privacy, paired with signature local dining like Chongqing’s bomb‑shelter hot pot, old‑school Shanghai cuisine, and Tujia feasts. Dive into immersive cultural encounters – from making your own Terracotta Warrior and strolling Chang’an in Tang costume to tea‑house ear cleaning. Marvel at all natural wonders including Zhangjiajie’s sandstone peaks,  Wulong’s giant sinkholes, and the ancient Dujiangyan irrigation system with Qingcheng Mountain. Finally, enjoy seamless connections with business van and high‑speed rail business class, plus butler‑style service throughout your journey.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Beijing | Welcome to the Capital

Logistics: Airport/Train Station Pick-up & Hotel Check-in. Details: Nihao! Upon arrival at Beijing Capital (PEK) or Daxing (PKX) Airport, yo…

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Day 2: Imperial Beijing | Forbidden City & Hutong Culture

Logistics: Private transfer with guide. Details: Morning Tian’anmen Square: Walk across the world’s largest public square, witness to Chin…

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Day 3: Great Wall Adventure | Mutianyu & Liangma River Night Cruise

Logistics: Private round-trip transfer with cable car and toboggan tickets. Details: Morning Mutianyu Great Wall: Visit this top-rated, le…

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Day 4: Beijing 🚄 Xi‘an | Easy Arrival & First Rest in the Ancient Capital

Logistics: Private transfer, morning visit to Summer Palace (shortened route), flight to Xi’an (approx. 2 hrs), airport pick‑up. Details: Mo…

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Day 5: Xi’an | Qin Empire & Terracotta Warriors Workshop

Logistics: Private round-trip with VIP fast-track and English-speaking guide. Details: Morning Terracotta Warriors Museum: Visit the 8th w…

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Day 6: Xi’an | City Wall Cycling & Tang Dynasty Experience

Logistics: Private transfers, bicycle rental on the wall, Hanfu costume included. Details: Morning Xi’an City Wall Cycling: Start your day…

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Day 7: Xi’an 🚄 Chengdu | Jinli Ancient Street & Night Cruise on Jinjiang

Logistics: High-speed train (approx. 3.5 hrs), private transfers. Details: Morning Take the bullet train to Chengdu, a city famous for its…

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Day 8: Chengdu | Pandas & Gaiwan Tea

Logistics: Early bird VIP access to Panda Base. Details: Morning Chengdu Panda Breeding Research Base: Avoid the crowds and watch giant pa…

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Day 9: Chengdu | Dujiangyan & Mt. Qingcheng

Logistics: Private round‑trip with Mt. Qingcheng cable car. Details: Full Day Dujiangyan Irrigation System: Stand at the fish‑mouth levee …

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Day 10: Chengdu 🚄 Chongqing | First Taste of the 8D Metropolis

Logistics: High-speed train (approx. 1.5 hrs), private transfers. Details: Morning Take the bullet train to Chongqing – the 8D magic city.…

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Day 11: Chongqing | Cable Car, Old Street & Bomb Shelter Hotpot

Logistics: Includes Yangtze River Cable Car (one‑way) and two‑river night cruise. Details: Morning Yangtze River Cable Car: Ride the “air …

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Day 12: Chongqing 🚄 Zhangjiajie | Golden Whip Stream & Tujia Night Tower

Logistics: High-Speed Train(approx. 2.5 hrs), private transfers. Details: Morning Train to Zhangjiajie, a UNESCO World Heritage site of st…

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Day 13: Zhangjiajie | Avatar Mountains & Tianzi Mountain

Logistics: Includes Bailong Elevator and Tianzi Mountain Cable Car. Details: Morning Bailong Elevator: Take the world’s tallest outdoor el…

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Day 14: Zhangjiajie ✈️ Shanghai | Yu Garden & The Bund

Logistics: Flight (approx. 2.5 hrs), private transfers. Details: Morning Fly to Shanghai, the “Paris of the East”. Afternoon Yu Garden…

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Day 15: Shanghai | French Concession Stroll & Farewell

Logistics: Private transfer to airport. Details: Morning Wukang Road & Anfu Road: Enjoy the classic Citywalk route. Pose with the Wukang B…

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions

Accommodation:
14 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels (downtown or scenic locations preferred, e.g. Beijing, Xi’an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai).

Transport:

  • Private air-conditioned business vehicle for all sightseeing and transfers within each city.

  • High-speed train (2nd class) for inter-city travel: Beijing – Xi’an, Xi’an – Chengdu, Chengdu – Chongqing.

  • Domestic flights (economy class) for: Chongqing – Zhangjiajie and Zhangjiajie – Shanghai.

Guide:
Professional English-speaking private guide in each city (local experts to enrich your experience).

Tickets:
First entrance fees to all scenic spots listed in the itinerary, including but not limited to:

  • Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Mutianyu Great Wall (with cable car up and toboggan down), Summer Palace (highlights),

  • Terracotta Warriors Museum, Xi’an City Wall (bicycle rental), Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Paradise,

  • Chengdu Panda Base (VIP early access), Dujiangyan, Mt. Qingcheng (with cable car),

  • Yangtze River Cable Car (one-way), Hongyadong (entrance), Two-River Night Cruise,

  • Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (including Bailong Elevator, Tianzi Mountain cable car), Golden Whip Stream, Tianmen Mountain (cable car + glass walkway),

  • Yu Garden, Huangpu River night cruise.

Service:
24/7 customer support (English & Chinese), travel insurance during the tour.

Meals:
Daily breakfast at hotels.


Exclusions

International Flights:
Flights to/from your home country (e.g., arrival in Beijing, departure from Shanghai).

Visa:
Chinese entry visa fees.

Meals:
Lunches and dinners (except breakfast). Your guide will be happy to recommend authentic local restaurants at various price levels – this gives you the freedom to explore China’s incredible culinary scene.
Note: No lunch is pre‑arranged on any day, as meals are flexible.

Tips:
Gratuities for your private guides and drivers (recommended but entirely at your discretion).

Personal Expenses:
Souvenirs, laundry, additional beverages, optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., Charming Xiangxi show in Zhangjiajie), or any item of a personal nature.

Important Information

Price Note
The price shown is a starting price per person. The final cost depends on your group size (small group tier) and travel season (low vs. high season). We will provide an exact quote upon booking. Contact us for a tailor-made quote.

Booking Information
After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation email with a Passenger Information Form. The Passenger Information Form must be completed within 72 hours of the purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this tour product, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions, in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.

Schedule of Fees
For changes to travel arrangements:

  • First change – No charge.
  • For all subsequent changes – USD50.
  • Any charges applied by a third party (for example, airline, cruise company, accommodation provider, other travel provider) cannot be waived.

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