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Explore China (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Capture the spirit of China on this 12-day trip from Shanghai to Beijing. From fast-paced modern cities to the well-preserved remnants of a long and storied history, this adventure reveals the many sides of one of the world’s great cradles of civilisation...

Duration
12 Days
Cities
6
Next Departure
10-May-2025
Starting at
± EUR 3,072.00
Price per day
± EUR 256.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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  • Dates and Details
  • Map, Destinations
  • Intrepid
 
Operator
Intrepid Travel
Tour
Explore China
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Train

Summary

Capture the spirit of China on this 12-day trip from Shanghai to Beijing. From fast-paced modern cities to the well-preserved remnants of a long and storied history, this adventure reveals the many sides of one of the world’s great cradles of civilisation. It’s important to contrast the big and the bold with quiet moments and real connections. That’s why the tour of the Terracotta Warriors finishes with lunch at a local family home and why time at Shaolin temple, the birthplace of kung fu, is contrasted with boisterous Beijing. Whether you’re scaling the Great Wall or sharing crispy Peking duck with your fellow travellers, this trip is packed with unforgettable moments.

Map: Explore China (Intrepid)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Shanghai
Day 2
Shanghai
Day 3
Shanghai To Hangzhou
Day 4
Hangzhou
Day 5
Hangzhou To Luoyang
Day 6
Luoyang
Day 7
Luoyang To Xi'an
Day 8
Xi'an
Day 9
Xi'an To Beijing
Day 10
Beijing
Day 11
Beijing
Day 12
Beijing

Travel Cities (6): Beijing, Great Wall of China, Hangzhou, Luoyang, Shanghai, Xian

Highlights

  • Explore the Longmen Grottoes and wonder at the thousands of Buddha statues carved directly from the limestone cliffs, including the 17m high Vairocana.
  • Take a walk along the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall and see towers that date back to the Ming dynasty about 600 years ago – and perhaps opt for a toboggan ride back down.
  • Fall in love with Chinese food during a vegetarian feast at a Buddhist temple, a home-cooked lunch with a family in rural Xi’an and a Peking duck dinner in Beijing.
  • Check out the mind-blowing Terracotta Army, then head to a local’s house for lunch and some insight into how life has changed since farmers discovered the vast mausoleum.
  • Experience the art of tea in Hangzhou by visiting a local tea farmer’s home, where you can learn about the tea growing process and enjoy a hands-on demonstration during harvest season.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Shanghai

Arrow Going To

Beijing

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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