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Small Group Tours in China Beijing Tiger Leaping Gorge Walk the Great Wall of China Explore China South West China 10 days/9 nights 13 days/12 nights 14 days/13 nights China’s Great Wall remains an engineering marvel. Visit small villages that have stood for centuries, cuisine, culture, and history that make this one of China’s most captivating attractions. This is a journey with bustling cities, natural beauty, incredible culture and history stretching through the ages. Stroll along narrow lanes, be entranced by ancient Buddhist art, see the incredible Terracotta Warriors and walk on the Great Wall of China. Widely regarded as the country’s most culturally diverse and scenically spectacular region. Sharing a common border with Vietnam, Laos and Burma, Yunnan is home to a multitude of fascinating minority groups, each with their own distinct characteristics. Day 1-2: Beijing Enjoy a guided tour of the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square as well as a traditional tea ceremony. Day 1-2: Shanghai Explore this vibrant city and embark on a walking tour of historic Shanghai. Day 1: Hong Kong Arrive in Hong Kong and transfer to your hotel. Day 3: Beijing – Gubeikou Head to Mutianyu Great Wall where your trek will begin. Day 4: Gubeikou Stop for a tai chi lesson in the morning before continuing on your trek. Day 5-6: Gubeikou – Jinshanling Be spoilt with spectacular views of rolling landscapes and watchtowers in the distance. Day 7: Jinshanling – Huangyaguan Enjoy the last day trekking along the Wall at Huangyaguan, named for the bright yellow flowers that appear in this region. Day 8: Huangyaguan – Beijing Explore Qing Tombs before making your way back to Beijing. Day 9-10: Beijing Take in the sights of this exciting city for yourself. Tour the ancient hutongs (alleyways) in the Old City or head to the Summer Palace. Day 3: Shanghai – Luoyang Jump onboard the Maglev train at speeds up to 400km per hour. Day 4-5: Luoyang/Shaolin – Xian Step out into picturesque Luoyang. Take a trip out to Shaolin Temple. Meander through the Pagoda forest before jumping on a bullet train to the bustling city of Xian. Day 6: Xian Take a tour of the city centre and visit the renowned Terracotta Warriors. Day 7-9: Xian – Xiahe Spend time with a Tibetan family in tranquil Xiahe. Visit the Labrang monastery to see the Tibetan monks performing their daily rituals and chants. Day 10-13: Beijing A city of epic proportions, Beijing bustles like no other city on earth. Explore Tiananmen Square, visit Mao’s Mausoleum, enter the Forbidden City and walk along the Great Wall. Day 2: Shenzhen – Yangshuo Begin your journey into China. Day 3-4: Yangshuo Visit a local market then learn to cook some Chinese dishes. The next day we participate in a morning tai chi class or kung-fu lesson. Day 5: Guilin – Kunming Today fly from Guilin to Kunming and enjoy a free afternoon. Day 6-7: Dali Travel through the countryside to Dali. The next day visit the nearby town of Xizhou, an authentic Bai town renowned for its traditional Bai architecture. Day 8-9: Shaxi Travel to the ancient town of Shaxi. Walk the Shibaoshan Trek with a local guide to Shizong Temple. Day 10: Lijiang Travel to Lijiang and walk up to the Wangu Pagoda on Lion Hill offering an impressive view of the Old Town. Enjoy a free day to explore Lijiang. Day 11: Tiger Leaping Gorge Another breath-taking journey takes you past the Yangtze River to one of the world’s deepest gorges. A memorable 4-6 hour guided trek in the gorge is a wonderful way to take in its beauty. Days 12-14: Kunming Explore Kunming before heading out to the geological wonder of the Kunming Stone Forest. Say your final farewells before departing on your next adventure. Departures: Mondays (set departures May-Oct) Departures: Sundays (set departures May-Oct) Inclusions: 4 nights hotel, 5 nights guesthouse, 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners, all transportation, some sightseeing and Chief Experience Officer throughout Inclusions: 10 nights hotel, 2 nights overnight sleeper train, all transportation, 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners, some sightseeing and experienced guide throughout Price Guide From: $1989 Price Guide From: $3820 Departures: Wednesdays (set departures Apr-Sep) Inclusions: 13 nights hotel, all transportation, flight Guilin to Kunming & Lijiang to Kunming, 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, some sightseeing and experienced local guide throughout Price Guide From: $4495 28 The price guide shown is per adult for twin share, based on low season travel. Specials and surcharges may apply depending on travel date.