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13-Day China Landscapes: Avatar Mountains, Karst & History

13 days · 12 nights
Type·Small Group
Destinations·Beijing,Xi'an,Zhangjiajie, Guilin,Yangshuo,Shanghai

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Imperial History: Explore the majestic Forbidden City and hike the less-crowded Mutianyu Great Wall in Beijing.

Ancient Mystery: Stand face-to-face with the thousands of life-sized soldiers of the Terracotta Army in Xi’an.

Avatar Fantasy: Ride the Bailong Elevator to see the “Hallelujah Mountains” in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the real-life inspiration for the movie Avatar.

Karst Paradise: Cruise down the picturesque Li River in Guilin and cycle through the idyllic countryside of Yangshuo.

Futuristic Skyline: Ascend the Shanghai Tower, China’s tallest building, and stroll along the historic Bund.

Glass Bridge Thrill: Walk across the world’s highest and longest glass-bottomed bridge at Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon.

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

Morning: Tian’anmen Square: Walk across the world’s largest public square, witness to China’s modern history. The Forbidden City: Enter the…

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Day 3: Great Wall Adventure | Mutianyu & Olympic Sites

Morning: Mutianyu Great Wall: Visit this top-rated, less-crowded section. Take a cable car to the 14th Watchtower and hike through lush pin…

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Day 4: Beijing 🚄 Xi'an | Summer Palace & High-Speed Train

Morning: Summer Palace: Explore the “Museum of Royal Gardens.” Stroll along Kunming Lake and the Long Corridor, enjoying the harmonious lan…

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Day 5: Ancient Xi'an | Terracotta Warriors & Muslim Quarter

Morning: Terracotta Army Museum: Stand face-to-face with the world-famous “Underground Army” of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. See thousands of lif…

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Day 6: Xi'an ✈️ Zhangjiajie | History Museum & Flight

Morning: Shaanxi History Museum: View priceless treasures from the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties. Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Visit this ic…

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Day 7: The Avatar Mountains | Wulingyuan & Tianzi Mountain

Morning: Yuanjiajie Scenic Area: Take the Bailong Elevator (world’s tallest outdoor lift) up the cliffs. See the “Hallelujah Mountain” (Sou…

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Day 8: Thrills & Nature | Glass Bridge & Baofeng Lake

Morning: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge: Walk across the world’s longest and highest glass-bottomed bridge (430m long). A thrilling …

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Day 9: Zhangjiajie 🚄 Guilin | Journey to Karst Paradise

Logistics: High-Speed Train Transfer. Details: Take a high-speed train to Guilin (approx. 7.5 hours). Enjoy the changing countryside scenery…

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Day 10: Li River Cruise | Guilin to Yangshuo

Morning: Li River Cruise: Board a 4-star cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo (approx. 4 hours). This route is listed by National Geographic as a…

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Day 11: Guilin ✈️ Shanghai | Iconic Hills & Caves

Morning: Drive back to Guilin. Elephant Trunk Hill: Visit the symbol of Guilin city. Reed Flute Cave: Explore the magnificent limestone cav…

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Day 12: Modern Shanghai | The Bund & Skyscrapers

Morning: Shanghai Museum: Admire ancient bronze and ceramics. Yu Garden & Bazaar: Explore the classical Ming Dynasty garden and shop for so…

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Day 13: Departure from Shanghai

Logistics: Free time until your private transfer to Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA) Airport/Train Station. Meals: Breakfast (Hotel).

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions:

  • Accommodation: 12 nights in selected 5-star hotels (Downtown locations preferred).

  • Transport: Private air-conditioned business vehicle; High-speed train (2nd Class) for Beijing-Xi’an & Zhangjiajie-Guilin; Domestic flights (Economy) for Xi’an-Zhangjiajie & Guilin-Shanghai.

  • Guide: Professional English-speaking private guide in each city.

  • Tickets: First entrance fees to all scenic spots listed (including Great Wall cable car, Li River Cruise, and Glass Bridge).

  • Service: 24/7 customer support and travel insurance.

Exclusions

  • International Flights: Flights to/from your home country.

  • Visa: Chinese Entry Visa fees.

  • Meals: Lunches and dinners (We leave this flexible for you to explore authentic local flavors with our guide’s recommendations. Note: Lunch is included on the Li River Cruise).

  • Tips: Gratuities for guides and drivers.

  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, laundry, or optional activities not listed.

Important Information

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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