14-Day China Cultural and Historical Immerse

Begin the day with a variety of traditional breakfast items at Huguosi Snack Street. Sample local favorites such as vegetable buns, pancakes, and egg-filled pastries.

Step into the heart of Chinese history with a visit to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Walk through the iconic square and explore the grand imperial palace, learning about its history, architecture, and dynastic significance.

Experience the charm of old Beijing through Hutongs, narrow alleys that reveal traditional courtyard living. Your guide will explain the cultural and social importance of these neighborhoods.

For lunch, enjoy Peking Duck, a classic Beijing dish known for its crispy skin and rich flavor.

In the afternoon, take a coffee break on a rooftop terrace, offering panoramic views of the city and a quiet moment to reflect on your morning.

Begin your morning at the Temple of Heaven, joining locals for a Tai Chi session, a traditional practice that connects participants to centuries of cultural heritage. Continue exploring the temple grounds and know about its historical and spiritual significance.

Later, travel to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Take a cable car to the top for stunning aerial views of the wall and its surroundings, stroll along the wall, explore watchtowers, and enjoy panoramic scenery of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Begin your tour with a leisurely walk through the Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. Walk along scenic paths, admire the views of Kunming Lake, and explore the Long Corridor with its intricate painted decorations. Climb the Tower of Buddhist Incense for panoramic views of the palace grounds and the city beyond.

Continue to Yonghe Temple, also called the Lama Temple, one of China’s most important Tibetan Buddhist monasteries.

Afterward, your guide will escort you to the high-speed train station for a 4.5-hour journey to Xi’an. Upon arrival, transfer to Bell Tower Hotel for check-in.

Start your day at the Terracotta Warriors Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site, exploring thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots, each with unique features crafted over 2,000 years ago.

Then we will visit Xi’an’s ancient City Wall and enjoy a scenic bike ride along its 14-kilometer perimeter, offering striking views of both historic and modern architecture.

Stroll through Muslim Street, , known for its diversity of street food, including lamb skewers and persimmon cakes. Experience the bustling markets, and the unique blend of Chinese and Muslim culinary traditions that make this area a food lover's paradise.

Finish the day with a visit to Gaojia Courtyard to watch a traditional shadow play, an ancient art form using intricately crafted puppets to tell Chinese folk tales.

You’ll begin your day at the Xi'an Museum, exploring relics from various dynasties, including ceramics, jade, and ancient texts. Next, visit the historic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a symbol of Xi'an's ancient heritage. It’s a seven-story Tang Dynasty structure offering panoramic views of the city at the top of it.

Enjoy your free time until your guide come and escort you to airport for your flight to Guilin.

Upon arrival, you will be met by a private driver and guide for a transfer to the Lijiang Hotel, where you can settle in for the evening.

Begin your day at the Longji Rice Terraces, renowned for their breathtaking tiered fields shaped by the local Zhuang and Yao communities over centuries. Stroll leisurely through terraced fields, enjoying the panoramic views and learning about ancient farming techniques that have shaped this unique environment.

Next, we will visit Dazhai Village to experience traditional minority life, wooden homes, and local customs. Take a scenic cable car ride to enjoy views of the terraces and surrounding mountains.

Optional culinary experience includes oil tea, ciba (sticky rice cake), and bamboo rice, highlighting local flavors.

Your day begins with a 4-star cruise along the picturesque Li River. Enjoy a buffet lunch on board as you take in the stunning scenery of rice paddies, quaint villages, and the iconic karst mountains that define this region.

Upon arriving in Yangshuo, embark on a cycling adventure through the countryside. You can choose a traditional bicycle, e-bike, or sidecar to explore the area at your own pace. Along the way, you will encounter the Yulong River, where bamboo rafts drift gently down the water, flanked by verdant hills and peaceful farmland.

Stop at Moon Hill, a natural limestone arch that offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape, and climb to the top for a panoramic vista. Throughout your ride, enjoy the rolling hills, winding rivers, and traditional farming scenery that make Yangshuo’s countryside both simple and breathtaking—a perfect setting for an immersive cycling experience.

Enjoy some free time in Yangshuo until your guide arrives to escort you to the high-speed train station for the 5.5-hour journey to Chongqing.

Upon arrival at Chongqing, your private guide will transfer you to your hotel. Assistance with luggage and hotel check-in will be provided to ensure a smooth arrival.

For the first day of your Victoria Cruise, board the ship at the designated dock in Chongqing. A safety briefing will be provided before the cruise begins, allowing you to settle in as the ship departs and you start your journey along the Yangtze River, taking in the surrounding landscapes.

Begin the day with a cup of coffee or tea as the ship approaches Fengdu’s Shuang Gui Mountain, a site steeped in history and legends. Explore the area and take in the views of the surrounding landscape.

Later, join the Captain’s Welcome Reception in the evening, where a meal will be served on board.

Optional excursions during the day include a visit to Fengdu’s “Ghost City” or attending the Sanguo “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” performance.

Today, you will explore the Three Gorges, starting with Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Qutang Gorge is the shortest at five miles, the narrowest at 500 feet, and features the most dramatic scenery. Wu Gorge, in contrast, stretches 25 miles and is known for its quiet beauty, forested mountains, and towering cliffs.

Afterward, you will transfer to another vessel for a relaxing trip through the scenic Goddess Stream gorges. Depending on river conditions, you may instead visit the Shennong Stream gorges.

Finally, the cruise continues into Xiling Gorge, which at 41 miles is the longest and deepest of the Three Gorges.

Optional excursions include a visit to White Emperor City, an ancient site overlooking the western end of Qutang Gorge, or a trip to the Peak of the Three Gorges.

This morning, visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest power station, located at Sandouping in Xiling Gorge. Before touring the dam, you may take an optional excursion to see the recently completed ship lock and the world’s largest ship lift.

After your morning sightseeing, you will be transferred by motor coach to Yichang. Another optional stop includes visiting the town of Qu Yuan.

From Yichang, board a high-speed train for a 6.5-hour journey to Shanghai.

Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel, assisting with luggage and check-in.

Start your day with a visit to Yuyuan Garden, a Ming Dynasty-era garden that provides a tranquil escape from the bustling city and offers insight into the lifestyle of historic Shanghai. 

Next, visit the City God Temple, an important Taoist site that reflects Shanghai’s spiritual heritage. The surrounding bazaar is a lively area where you can browse traditional crafts and sample local street food.

Continue through Shanghai’s Nongtang alleys, narrow lanes lined with historic Shikumen houses that reveal the city’s traditional residential architecture.

Then walk along the Bund, a historic waterfront promenade where colonial-era buildings stand alongside the modern skyscrapers of Pudong, offering a striking contrast and a sense of the city’s history.