13 Days Shanghai Guilin Yangtze Xian Beijing Small Group Tour
About This Tour
GT-010Discover the best of China on this epic 13-day small group tour — from Shanghai's futuristic skyline and Guilin's legendary karst landscapes to the majestic Yangtze River cruise, ancient Terracotta Warriors, and the iconic Great Wall of China. Maximum 16 travelers, guaranteed departures.
13 Days / 12 Nights
A grand journey across Shanghai, Guilin, Yangtze, Xian and Beijing
Max 16 Travelers
Intimate small group with guaranteed departures
6 Hotels + Cruise
2 nights Shanghai + 1 night Guilin + 1 night Yangshuo + 3 nights Yangtze cruise + 2 nights Xian + 3 nights Beijing
Tour Highlights
- Ascend Shanghai Tower, the world's second-tallest building at 632 meters, for panoramic city views
- Discover ancient Chinese art treasures at the world-class Shanghai Museum
- Wander through Yu Garden, Shanghai's most famous classical garden, and shop at Yuyuan Bazaar
- Walk along the iconic Nanjing Road and marvel at The Bund's colonial architecture
- Cruise the legendary Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo — 84 km of breathtaking karst scenery
- Visit Guilin's iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, China's most photographed landmark
- Discover the dreamlike Reed Flute Cave, "Nature's Art Palace"
- Explore vibrant West Street and watch the spectacular Impression Liu Sanjie show
- Board a luxury Yangtze River cruise ship in Chongqing for a 3-day journey through the Three Gorges
- Sail through the majestic Qutang, Wu, and Xiling Gorges — the most spectacular stretch of the Yangtze
- Experience a traditional wooden boat excursion through the enchanting Lesser Three Gorges
- Visit the world's largest hydropower project — the magnificent Three Gorges Dam
- Walk among the legendary Terracotta Warriors, the Eighth Wonder of the World
- Cycle or walk atop Xian's ancient Ming Dynasty City Wall
- Visit the iconic Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, a Tang Dynasty masterpiece
- Explore the vibrant Muslim Quarter with mouthwatering Xian street food
- Walk across Tiananmen Square and explore the awe-inspiring Forbidden City
- Stand atop the legendary Mutianyu Great Wall with cable car access
- Stroll through the royal Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese garden design
- Maximum 16 travelers — intimate small group experience
- English-speaking guide with deep local knowledge in each city
- 2 nights Shanghai + 1 night Guilin + 1 night Yangshuo + 3 nights Yangtze cruise + 2 nights Xian + 3 nights Beijing
- 100% No Shopping Stops guarantee
- Save up to 30% compared to a private tour of the same quality
Itinerary at a Glance
Arrival in Shanghai | Airport Pick-up and Hotel Check-in
No meals today
Shanghai City Tour | Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road & The Bund (B,L)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Shanghai to Guilin by Flight | Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave (B)
Breakfast included
Guilin to Yangshuo Tour | Li River Cruise, West Street, Impression Liu Sanjie (B,L)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Yangshuo to Guilin, High Speed Train to Chongqing | Board Yangtze Cruise (B,L,D)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Yangtze River Cruise | Shore Excursion to Shibaozhai/Fengdu/Mingyuetai (B,L,D)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Yangtze River Cruise | Three Gorges, Lesser Three Gorges, Wu Gorge, Qutang Gorge (B,L,D)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Yangtze Cruise Disembarkation | Three Gorges Dam, Fly to Xian (B)
Breakfast included
Xian City Tour | Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Bell Tower (B,L)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter | High Speed Train to Beijing (B,L)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Beijing City Tour | Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Summer Palace (B,L)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Beijing Great Wall Tour | Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird's Nest & Water Cube (B,L)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Departure from Beijing | Hotel Check-out and Airport See-off (B)
Breakfast included
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