China 360: Cities & Guilin Mountains

Arrive at your Canada departure airport, ready to board your flight* to China. Night on board.*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Arrive in Beijing, the enormous capital of China, famed for its ancient sites such as the iconic Forbidden City, and as being the gateway to some of the most visited portions of the Great Wall. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Beijing. We recommend adding the following optional tour deal to make the most of your stay in each of the cities you will visit. 4-City Excursions Multipack: Immerse yourself in the diverse cultures of China with this pack of 4 activities across each of the cities you’ll visit. By reserving this package deal, you’ll save money compared to booking separately! Start with the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, take a night tour in Xi’an, see the famed Longji rice terraces in Guilin, and spend a full day touring Shanghai.Please note that if you reserve the package at checkout, it is unnecessary to re-select the activities individually.

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on an exciting excursion to the best-preserved section of the Great Wall of China. The Juyongguan section is the most-visited part of the wall and is the best representation of the former splendour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Of unimaginable length, the wall can be seen from space. On the way, admire the countryside and stop at an impressive Jade exhibition, where you can learn about the historic significance of this precious stone. Arrive at the Great Wall where you have a minimum of two-hours to learn about the history of the wall and enjoy walking on this ancient relic of the past. Back to Beijing, stop at the Olympic Park, where you can admire the beautifully architected Bird's Nest Stadium and Water Cube Aquatics Centre. Return to your hotel. We recommend an optional Golden Mask Show, a beautiful cultural performance.* Overnight stay in Beijing.*Optional Golden Mask show: Set in the era of the Golden Mask Dynasty, a legendary age in China, the story tells the story of a queen, who wears a golden mask, and creates a splendid dynasty. It is a fabulous insight into China's history and arts. Important note: Visits may be rescheduled due to weather, operational or political events. We suggest you not to book tours with third parties in case of any penalty due to cancellation.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a tour of the most important sights of Beijing including Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. This impressive palace complex was home to the former Imperial Chinese Palace for the years spanning from the Ming to the Qing dynasties. It is the world's most-visited attraction and showcases immaculate Chinese design and architecture. Afterwards, visit a traditional Chinese Medicine Centre for an insight into this ancient practice. Transfer to the hotel for a free afternoon. If you aren't sure what to do, we recommend a tour of the Summer Palace with an included Beijing-style dinner.* Overnight stay in Beijing.*Optional Summer Palace tour & Peking Duck dinner: Visit Summer Palace, used for centuries as the royal family’s retreat outside the city to escape the summer heat. After the tour, enjoy a dinner of a famous local specialty: Peking Duck. Observe an expert chef slice the crispy skin, and learn the best way to eat this dish.Please note: the Forbidden City is closed on Mondays, so the order of the itinerary may be changed to accommodate this closure.

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day exploring Beijing at your leisure, visiting the sights or delving into the fabulous cuisine. Alternatively, we recommend an optional excursion to the Temple of Heaven and Hutong district.* Overnight stay in Beijing. *Optional excursion to the Temple of Heaven, Hutong & Lama temple: Enjoy a tour of the fantastic Temple of Heaven, a religious complex where you might have the opportunity to watch the locals practising Tai Chi in its tranquil surroundings. After that, hop on a rickshaw, the most popular form of transportation in the Hutong neighbourhood, and visit Bell Tower and Drum Tower from the outside before stepping into one of the local Siheyuan courtyard houses to learn about Chinese paper cutting. Enjoy a lunch of homemade Chinese food prepared by a local family. Finally, visit the Lama Temple, also known as the Yonghe Temple, which is considered one of the largest and best-preserved buddhist monasteries in modern China.Important note: Visits may be rescheduled due to weather, operational or political events. We suggest you not to book tours with third parties in case of any penalty due to cancellation.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the train station for an exciting bullet train journey to Xi'an. Arrive, transfer, and check-in to the hotel. Afterwards, enjoy free time to get to know your new surroundings. Try walking around the neighborhood, or join an optional night tour* to get a deeper view of the local highlights. Overnight stay in Xi'an.*Optional night tour: Take an evening tour, beginning with the North Square of the Wild Goose Pagoda, then heading all the way to The Grand Tang Mall, also known as Datang Everbright City. This pedestrian-friendly park offers a captivating experience that transports you back to the Tang Dynasty with lights, statues, and stalls.Important note: The bullet train journey Beijing - Xian takes around 4-5h. Your guide will escort you to the train platform in Beijing and the next guide will wait for you in Xian station. There will be no guide present on board of the train. In addition, there is no Wifi connection on the train.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, discover one of China's most iconic sights as you enjoy a visit to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Approximately 8,000 sculpted figures were buried alongside Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, and today you can see this once in a lifetime sight for yourself. Each figure is impressively crafted and unique. Be blown away by the intricacy and the sheer number of the figures as you learn about their significance. Visit the terracotta workshop and get closer to the warriors while learning traditional crafting techniques. Next, dive to visit the Muslim Quarter, where you will challenge yourself to take a food adventure and enjoy your shopping time there. Spend the rest of the evening at your leisure. Why not enjoy a show that showcases the history of Xi'an?* Overnight stay in Xi'an.*Optional Tang Dynasty show with dumpling banquet dinner: Enjoy the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show with fabulous music and dancing from the era of the Tang Dynasty, China's golden age. The show is a unique way to get to know the historical culture of the ancient city of Xi'an. Enjoy a dumpling banquet for dinner, included with this activity!Important note: Visits may be rescheduled due to weather, operational or political events. We suggest you not to book tours with third parties in case of any penalty due to cancellation.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a free day to explore Xi'an at your own pace. Be sure to dive into the local food scene and sample the delights of one of Xi'an's street food markets. Alternatively, take part in a full day tour of Mt. Huashan.* Overnight stay in Xi'an.*Optional Mt. Huashan daytrip with cable car: Known as one of China’s Five Sacred Taoist Mountains, Mt. Huashan has five main peaks and only one hiking trail that is 15 kilometres long from south to north. You will explore this mountain of great religious significance by cable car and then visit on foot the main area on the summit. Although Mt Huashan is famous for the dangerous cliffside plank trails, this tour only includes a visit to the safer accessible areas. These areas have wider trails but some parts might include stairs or some steep slope. Please note: This optional activity is not apt for people with vertigo, fear of heights, reduced mobility, etc.Important note: Visits may be rescheduled due to weather, operational or political events. We suggest you not to book tours with third parties in case of any penalty due to cancellation.

Arrive in Canada and end your trip.