China on a Shoestring
China
Offset: 21 Trees
Tour length 21 days
Beijing
Shanghai
Coach / Bus
In-depth Cultural
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About this tour
Witness China's highlights as we travel across this vast country with locals on public transport. From ancient sites in Beijing and the Great Wall to the lively and modern streets of Shanghai, experiencing the 'real China' in between. Xian & Chengdu - Meet the famous Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huangdi and see pandas at the famous research centre Yangtse River cruise - Relax for 3 days whilst exploring the stunning river landscapes Villages and Rice Terraces - Take in rural China as we hike amongst the villages of the Dong, Yao and Zhuan people
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Tour ID 124809
Tour length 21 days
Group size 14
Age range 14 - 85
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Day 1: Join trip in Beijing
Day 2: Discover the sights of Beijing including the Forbidden City
Day 3: Discover the Temple of Heaven, free afternoon in Beijing
Day 4: Walk the Great Wall overnight train to Xian
Day 5: Free time to explore Xian's Muslim Quarter
Day 6: Discover the Terracotta Army optional Tea Ceremony
Day 7: Morning train to Yichang board the Yangtse riverboat
Day 8: Cruise down the Yangtse River and through Xiling Gorge
Day 9: Continue down the Yangtse River passing through Wu and Qutang Gorge
Day 10: Visit Fengdu Ghost City and take part in the Captain's farwell dinner
Day 11: Disembark riverboat bullet train to Chengdu
Day 12: Visit the Panda Research Centre and take the bullet train to Sanjiang before driving to Ma An Zhai Village
Day 13: Drive to Ma An Zhai Village. Evening with local family
Day 14: Meet Yao families in Longji and Dazhai Village
Day 15: Hike from Dazhai to Pingan, passing incredible views
Day 16: Transfer from Pingan to Yangshuo
Day 17: Free day in Yangshuo optional bike hire and cooking classes
Day 18: Transfer to Guilin overnight train to Shanghai
Day 19: Free day in Shanghai stroll along the Shanghai Bund
Day 20: Optional visit to the Pearl TV and Radio Tower
Day 21: Trip ends in Shanghai
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