Can I visit Lantau Island during the Hong Kong stay?

Yes, an optional Lantau Island excursion is proposed, including Ngong Ping and a cable-car experience; it is not part of the standard included tour.

Is Macau included in the 12-day package?

Macau is an optional day trip from Hong Kong, with attractions such as Senado Square and A-Ma Temple. Confirm the surcharge and ferry arrangements.

What documents are needed for Hong Kong and optional Macau?

Entry requirements vary by passport and nationality. Check Hong Kong, Mainland China and Macau entry eligibility separately before booking the optional trip.

Are the flights to Guilin, Shanghai and Hong Kong included?

These flight segments appear in the itinerary but are separately priced in the brochure’s exclusions. Request a package quote showing all air supplements.

Does the Li River cruise require much walking?

The boat segment itself is seated, but boarding, disembarkation and sightseeing in Yangshuo involve walking and possibly steps. Share mobility needs in advance.

12-Day China Highlights: Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin, Shanghai & Hong Kong

Transportation
Train, Flights, Coach, Li River Cruise
Accomodation
4-Star Hotels
Departure from
Beijing, China
Guiding method
English-Speaking Guides
Tour type
Cultural & Scenic Tour
Language
English

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Overview

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Cost

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The Classic China Tour 2025 is a 12-day journey designed to showcase China’s historical,cultural,and natural attractions.Beginning in Beijing,the tour explores landmarks like the Great Wall,the Forbidden City,and the Summer Palace.Continuing in Xi’an,visit the Terracotta Warriors and experience the city’s ancient heritage.The adventure proceeds to Guilin,with a scenic Li River cruise,before arriving in Shanghai to admire the modern skyline and take a Huangpu River cruise.The tour concludes with two days in Hong Kong,offering opportunities for sightseeing or optional tours to Lantau Island and Macau.This itinerary offers the perfect blend of China’s rich history and vibrant modernity.

Highlights

Beijing:Great Wall at Juyong Pass (or Badaling),Forbidden City,Summer Palace.
Xi'an:Terracotta Warriors,Muslim Quarter,Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
Guilin:Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo.
Shanghai:The Bund,Pudong District,Huangpu River Cruise,Yu Garden.
Hong Kong:Victoria Peak,Aberdeen Fishing Village,Stanley Market

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Follow a 12-day journey along Beijing → Xi’an → Guilin & Yangshuo → Shanghai → Hong Kong, combining guided sightseeing, cultural visits and scenic experiences described in the source program. Combine China’s imperial history and scenic landscapes with a Hong Kong finale. Visit Beijing’s landmarks, the Terracotta Warriors of Xi’an, cruise the Li River, enjoy Shanghai’s Bund and gardens, and discover Hong Kong, with optional Lantau Island and Macau tours. The day-by-day outline below shows the planned stops. Optional activities and specific services depend on the confirmed package.

Day 01 :

Arrival to Beijing

Transport: Private transfer

Itinerary:

Arrive in Beijing.

Meet and greet at Beijing Capital or Daxing International Airport.

Transfer to a local restaurant for dinner.

Check-in at the hotel and rest.

Meals: Dinner

Hotel: Mercure Beijing Downtown Hotel (4-star) or similar

Day 02 :

Great Wall &Ming Tombs

Transport: Private transfer

Itinerary:

Visit the Great Wall at Juyong Pass (or Badaling).

Explore the Ming Tombs and Sacred Way at Changling.

Visit a cloisonné factory to observe traditional craftsmanship.

Photo stop at the Olympic Stadium &National Aquatics Center. Enjoy a Peking Duck dinner at a renowned restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast,Lunch &Dinner

Hotel: Mercure Beijing Downtown Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 03 :

Beijing City Tour &Hutong Walk

Transport: Private transfer

Itinerary:

Visit Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City.

Explore the Summer Palace.

Evening stroll through traditional Hutongs for a local experience.

Meals:Breakfast,Lunch &Dinner

Hotel:Mercure Beijing Downtown Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 04 :

Temple of Heaven &Train to Xi'an

Transport: High-speed train

Itinerary:

Visit the Temple of Heaven.

After lunch,take the high-speed train to Xi'an.

Arrival in Xi'an and transfer to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast,Lunch &Dinner

Hotel: Grand Culture Dynasty Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 05 :

Xi'an Heritage Tour

Transport: Private transfer

Itinerary:

Visit the Xi'an Museum.

Explore the Muslim Quarter and the Great Mosque.

Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and a jade workshop.

Optional: Attend the Tang Dynasty Show&Dumpling Banquet

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Hotel: Grand Culture Dynasty Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 06 :

Terracotta Warriors &Flight to Guilin

Transport: Flight to Guilin

Itinerary:

Visit the Terracotta Warriors &Horses Museum.

Explore the Museum of the Bronze Carriage.

Enjoy a battery car ride within the Terracotta Warriors site.

Transfer to the airport for a flight to Guilin.

Arrival in Guilin,transfer to hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Hotel:Lijiang Waterfall Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 07 :

Li River Cruise &Flight to Shanghai

Transport:Private transfer,Flight to Shanghai

Itinerary:

Take a Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo (lunch onboard).

Stroll through Yangshuo town,then return to Guilin by bus.

Transfer to the airport for a flight to Shanghai.

Arrival in Shanghai,transfer to hotel.

Meals: Breakfast,Lunch (on boat)&Dinner

Hotel: Shanghai Baixia Pagoda SSAW Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 08 :

Shanghai City Tour &Huangpu River Cruise

Transport: Private transfer

Itinerary:

Explore the Bund and modern Pudong district.

Visit the Jade Buddha Temple and Yu Garden.

Walk through Old Town Shanghai &Nanjing Road.

Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony at a historic teahouse.

Evening Huangpu River Cruise for spectacular city views.

Meals: Breakfast,Lunch (Mongolian cuisine)& Dinner.

Hotel: Shanghai Baixia Pagoda SSAW Hotel (4-star)or similar

Day 09 :

Shanghai Museum &Flight to Hong Kong

Transport:Flight to Hong Kong

Itinerary:

Visit the Shanghai History Museum.

Stop at a pearl workshop for a demonstration.

Transfer to the airport for a flight to Hong Kong.

Arrival in Hong Kong,transfer to hotel.

Meals: Breakfast &Lunch

Hotel: Metropark Hotel Kowloon (4-star)or similar

Day 10 :

Free Day or Optional Lantau Island Tour

Transport: Private transfer

Itinerary:

Free day for shopping or personal activities.

Optional Tour: Lantau Island(Ngong Ping,Buddha Sakyamuni,cable car ride,beach,fishing village).

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Metropark Hotel Kowloon (4-star)or similar

Day 11 :

Free Day or Optional Macau Day Trip

Transport:Ferry to Macau

Itinerary:

Free day or Optional Tour to Macau

Visit St.Paul's Church,Penha Church,Senado Square, and A-Ma Temple.

Stop at the Lotus Flower in FullBloom and Macau Tower.

Visit Venetian Casino before returning to Hong Kong.

Meals: Breakfast (Lunch included with Macau tour)

Hotel: Metropark Hotel Kowloon (4-star)or similar

Day 12 :

Hong Kong City Tour&Departure

Transport:Private transfer

Itinerary:

Half-day Hong Kong City Tour:

Victoria Peak Tram for panoramic views.

Visit Repulse Bay,Aberdeen Fishing Village,and Stanley Market.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Transfer to Hong Kong International Airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel:N/A

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