11-Day China Glory Private Tour

Welcome to Beijing, the vibrant capital of China. Your exclusive journey will commence here, as you explore this land steeped in history and splendid culture. Upon arrival, your personal guide and experienced driver will be waiting to welcome you and safely escort you to your hotel. Get ready to embark on a personalized journey, discovering China's rich history and vibrant traditions!
What You Should Know
Beijing boasts two international airports: Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport. Both serve as viable travel options. Once your flight reservations are finalized, kindly inform your personal advisor of your travel details for any necessary adjustments to your itinerary.

Your private guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby at the agreed time in the morning. You will first visitTiananmen Square - this vast square was once the venue for large-scale "secret" meetings and political activities.
Then, cross the street and head to the Forbidden City, the largest imperial palace complex in the world, which was ruled by 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Your guide will spend 2 to 3 hours revealing hidden stories, ranging from imperial rituals to court conspiracies, which ordinary guides would not share.
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Evening free time ideas
There are two night performances in Beijing: one is a Beijing opera performance and the other is an acrobatic performance. If you are interested in these cultural performances, you can directly ask your travel expert to add them to your itinerary.

After enjoying a pleasant breakfast at the hotel, you will head to the Mutianyu Great Wall.
The Mutianyu Great Wall is a top-level area known for its beautiful scenery and well preserved architecture. About a 1.5-hour drive from Beijing, we will provide round-trip cable cars for a more efficient experience rather than climbing stairs. The tour guide will introduce the Great Wall and give you free exploration time. You will cross the magnificent section between the 14th to 23rd watchtowers, which is known as the "golden route" by hikers.
Today's lunch will be served at a local restaurant, and the tour guide will assist you in selecting dishes according to your preferences.
After lunch, the tour guide will take you toTemple of Heaven, where the emperors hold sacred ceremonies to ensure a bountiful harvest.. While strolling, you can appreciate the magnificent ancient architecture, beautiful gardens, and vibrant atmosphere of the Temple of Heaven. Take this opportunity to understand the historical significance of this place and its importance in Chinese culture.

The Summer Palace located in Beijing is not only a park, but also a vast collection of lakes, gardens, and palaces, making it the pinnacle of Chinese landscape design. It was originally built by Emperor Qianlong in 1750 and later repaired and expanded by Empress Dowager Cixi.
DeheGardenis located in the northeast corner of the Xiaming Garden group and is a self-contained courtyard that was once the center of royal entertainment.
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The Xixi An City Wallblends historical charm with scenic beauty, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the ancient grandeur.. Explore the magnificent and expansive landscape of this well preserved architectural wonder by walking or cycling (for an additional fee), and enjoy a panoramic view of the city. Appreciate the watchtowers and gates that witness the rich history of the city.
In the afternoon, travel 30 kilometers to the west and east to thethe Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor Relics Museum, the site of the Terra Cotta Warriors, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the "eighth wonders of the world". Your first stop must be the breathtaking Pit 1, where thousands of life size soldiers and tanks battle in a spacious hangar.
Next, explorePit 2, observe the diverse military units of the army up close - archers, cavalry, and chariots - and appreciate the famous and beautifully preserved individual warriors in the display cabinet, such as kneeling archers.
. Don't miss the Bronze Chariots and Horses Exhibition Hall, where two exquisitely detailed half sized bronze chariots are displayed, making it a marvel of ancient metallurgy.

idea of free time at night
Depachang Dumpling Banquet: a restaurant famous for artistic troupes. The banquet allows you to taste dozens of different shapes and fillings (representing different auspicious meanings). This itself is a meal and a performance.
Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Performance: A professional theatrical performance that presents traditional music and exquisite dance, recreating the glory of the Tang Dynasty court.
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Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a very ancient building in Xi'an, Tang Dynasty. A monk named Xuanzang made this work to preserve important books from India. Now, this place is part of the UNESCO Silk Road history. It is the oldest brick pagoda in China, blending Indian and Chinese styles, showing the common belief in Buddhism from different cultures.
Small Wild Goose Pagoda is a fifteen-story brick structure, square in shape, with multiple roofs. Visitors can ring the bell in the pagoda to pray for blessings and good luck. Nearby, the Xi'an Museum opened in 2007, showcasing the city's long history, combining ancient buildings such as Zhanfu Temple with modern exhibition halls, providing a unique cultural experience

The last stop is the Muslim District, which is a gathering place for Xi'an snacks. Visitors can taste almost all Xi'an snacks here, such as lamb skewers, two-meat buns, soup buns, spicy lamb paws, shuibin-style lamb, pickled cabbage fried rice, spiced beef and lamb, cold noodles, and lamb pies.
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Today's tour starts with Elephant Trunk Hill, an iconic attraction in Guilin that provides an excellent photo opportunity.. This is a karst terrain, naturally carved into a drinking elephant.
Then, drive for 1 hour to Guilin cityDasu Ancient Cityto experience the local authentic culture.. Interact with locals, visit traditional shops, and taste local street food. There is a lively market in the town where you can buy handicrafts, traditional medicines, and other local products.
Evening free time creativity - additional guide
Guilin Four Lakes Night Cruise (1 hour): an ancient circular water system, people call it Little Venice. The boat tour lasts about an hour, and tourists can enjoy the beautiful and colorful life on the bridge and riverbank. They also have the opportunity to watch fishermen demonstrate how to fish with pet cormorants.

The Li Jiang cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is a must visit itinerary. The hotel will pick you up and take a one hour drive to the dock, which will take about 4 hours (departing from Guilin around 9:30 am and arriving in Yangshuo around 1:30 pm).
Stay on the top deck and enjoy the timeless beauty of the jagged karst peaks in traditional ink paintings, which constantly change with the popularity along the river. If possible, remember to reserve a 20 yuan banknote and compare the mountain view on the banknote with the view you see from the river.
Overnight in Yangshuo.

Evening Creativity - Extra Tour
Night Show - Impression of Liu Sanjie (1 hour and 10 minutes): Directed by renowned Chinese director Zhang Yimou, who was responsible for the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics and several world-class films. The performance setup and background are excellent - three huge mountain peaks will light up during the performance.

Take a break in Yangshuo, and then catch a flight to Shanghai, your final stop in China.
Check into a downtown hotel and explore the colonial architecture of the Bund or the glittering shops on Nanjing Road at your leisure.

In the morning, go to Shanghai Tower, the tallest skyscraper in China. Take the elevator to the observation deck located on the 118th floor and enjoy the magnificent view of the Huangpu River and the future skyline of the city - this is a testament to China's ambition in the 21st century. The elevator ride itself is very special because it is known as one of the fastest elevators in the world.
The riverside pavement on the beachhas undergone many changes in Shanghai. This is an excellent place for walking, where you can enjoy the coexistence of old Shanghai and emerging modern, busy, high-tech cities. It provides the perfect angle to capture the magnificent skyline.
Then visit the classical Jade Gardenand you will see how the concept of harmony is applied to garden design.

After lunch, head to the former French Concession, which is a historic district spanning parts of Shanghai's Xuhui and Huangpu districts, far more than just a relic of Chinese colonial history.. This vibrant urban landscape, with neoclassical mansions, tree lined boulevards, Art Deco style apartments, and contemporary cafes coexisting, embodies Shanghai's unique identity of "meeting the East and the West".
Evening Creativity - Extra Tour
The ERA acrobatic show is guaranteed to leave you amazed. Our Shanghai tour guide will assist you in booking tickets.

Your guide and driver will escort you to Shanghai Airport for your connecting flight.