Welcome to China! After completing border and customs formalities, an assistant will be waiting for you to provide essential information and accompany you on the transfer from the airport to the hotel. Enjoy some free time upon arrival.
06:30 p.m. - We’ll meet our guide and fellow travelers in the hotel reception area. Then, we’ll set out to explore the city. We’ll take a transfer to Wangfujing Street, a lively pedestrian and commercial area filled with shops and restaurants. Dinner will be included, followed by a return to the hotel.

07:30 a.m. - An exciting day awaits us as we explore the highlights of China’s capital. We’ll enjoy a full-day guided tour, starting with a walk through the immense Tiananmen Square, one of the largest squares in the world. From here, we’ll admire the Great National Theater, also known as the Beijing Opera House.
Next, we’ll visit the majestic Forbidden City, the most impressive architectural complex in China, where 24 emperors ruled for nearly 500 years. We’ll also visit Jingshan Park, home to Coal Hill, one of Beijing’s best-preserved imperial gardens. Climbing to the top of the hill, we’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Forbidden City—weather permitting.
Lunch will be included.
In the afternoon, we’ll experience local life with a tricycle ride through the traditional Hutong neighborhoods, where we can observe daily life, visit charming shops, and step inside a Siheyuan, a traditional courtyard house.
We’ll then conclude our tour with a visit to the stunning Summer Palace, the former imperial retreat of the Qing Dynasty, renowned for its exquisite gardens and tranquil lakes.
06:30 p.m. - Tour ends. You may return to the hotel by bus or choose to stay in the city center (in which case, the return to the hotel will be at your own expense. We recommend carrying the hotel’s address written in Chinese to show the taxi driver).
Note: Due to heritage conservation measures and enhanced visitor safety, the governing body of the Forbidden City has temporarily reduced daily visitor capacity. As a result, we cannot guarantee access to this site. If the visit is not possible, it will be replaced with a tour of the Confucius Temple and the Lama Temple, both iconic landmarks in Chinese history and culture.

Distancia recorrida: 1075 km (en tren de alta velocidad) Nota: En el tren deberá usted llevar su equipaje. Los horarios del tren pueden tener modificaciones.
Excursión a La Gran Muralla (sección Mutianyu) , espectacular y grandiosa obra arquitectónica, su historia cubre más de 2.000 años. Incluimos funicular de subida y bajada a la Gran Muralla. Almuerzo incluido. Regreso a la ciudad. Traslado a la estación para tomar uno de los modernísimos trenes de alta velocidad de China . A 300 km/hora, en menos de 5 horas efectuamos la distancia que nos separa de Xian ( prevista salida a las 15.45 hrs ).
21.30 hrs.- XIAN –Llegada-. Traslado al hotel en donde nos encontraremos con el grupo principal que llega desde Shanghai. Nos encontramos en la fascinante ciudad donde se originaba la ruta de la seda.

Total distance covered: 105 km
Important Note: A passport is required for entry to the Terracotta Army Museum.
08:00 a.m. - We’ll start the day with a visit to the Terracotta Army, one of the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries in the world. This vast underground army, with thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, was created to protect the tomb of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Located less than an hour from downtown Xian, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Chinese history.
Free time for lunch.
01:50 p.m. - Departure from the Terracotta Army Museum.
02:50 p.m. - Xian. Upon arrival, we’ll visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, an elegant Buddhist structure dating back to the Tang Dynasty.
Next, we’ll explore the walled city center, walking through the vibrant Muslim Quarter, where centuries of cultural and religious influences have shaped the city’s identity. We’ll enter the Great Mosque of Xian, a unique blend of Chinese and Islamic architecture.
Our tour will also include entrance to the Drum Tower, where we’ll enjoy a short performance of traditional Chinese percussion instruments.
After the guided tour, you’ll have free time to continue exploring the bustling historic center at your own pace.
06:30 p.m. - End of our visit. You may return to the hotel by bus or choose to stay in the city center to explore further on your own.

We leave Xian in a very modern high-speed train, and in just over three hours we cover the 700 km that separate us from CHENGDU . On arrival we will go to the Panda Bear research and breeding centre , a reserve where 120 giant pandas and 76 red pandas live. Lunch included . In the afternoon we will take a stroll through the People´s Park , with its small lake, the local people doing Taichi, and its tea houses.

Today we include full-day tour of Sichuan Province, with its pleasant landscapes and traditional villages. In DUJIANGYAN we see the traditional irrigation system, which has been working for more than 2000 years and is a world heritage site. QUINGCHENG SHAN , “mountain of the green city” is a Taoist holy mountain. Its paths through the forests show us caves, pavilions and centuries-old wooden temples, lunch included . Finally, we will visit the ancient city of JIEZI with its alleys with over a thousand years of history. Return to CHENGDU .

Transfer to the airport for the included flight to Kunming, the capital of the Yunnan region. Upon arrival, we’ll provide a transfer to the hotel. After, we’ll take a stroll through the Bird and Flower Market and visit the Golden Temple of Kunming.

We’ll begin with a visit to the Zhuanxin Farmers’ Market in Kunming, an old, traditional market offering a vast selection of fruits, vegetables, and other fresh products. We’ll then depart the city for an excursion to the Stone Forest, a UNESCO Natural Heritage Site and one of the world’s natural wonders. Here, we’ll explore an extraordinary landscape of stone formations that resemble petrified trees. Lunch will be included. Afterward, we’ll return to Kunming for a stroll through the historic Kunming Laojie District.

Transfer to the station for the high-speed train ride to Dali (ticket included), a city renowned for the historic architecture of the Bai ethnic minority. We’ll visit Dali’s Old Town and Westerner Street, bustling with shops, bars, and local craft studios. Lunch will be included. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Chongsheng Temple, ascending by electric vehicle. Overnight stay.

We’ll head north, passing through shifting landscapes: from the cultivated fields along Erhai Lake to lush green mountains. Our first stop will be the Xizhou Ancient Town, where we’ll admire the traditional courtyard houses of the Bai people, followed by a visit to Zhoucheng Village, known for its world-famous, blue-dyed textiles, crafted entirely by hand. Lunch will be included en route. We’ll then continue to Lijiang, one of the best-preserved cities in Yunnan for centuries and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

We’ll visit the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, the most renowned snow-capped mountain in Yunnan province and a must-see attraction on your journey through this region. You’ll ascend the mountain by cable car, taking in diverse landscapes depending on the season. In summer, you’ll see lush green forests surrounding the mountain peak, while winter transforms it into a breathtaking, snow-covered wonderland.
Note: In the case of strong winds, the cable car may be closed for safety reasons. In peak tourist season, be prepared for possible long wait times for the cable car.
After descending by cable car, we’ll visit visit the traditional villages of Yuhu and Baisha, the historic roots of the Nakhi people. Lunch will be included. We’ll also explore the ancient town of Dayan, followed by a scenic walk through the Black Dragon Pool Park, offering spectacular views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. After, we’ll return to Lijiang for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, we´ll provide a transfer to the airport and our services will come to an end, aiming to leave you with lasting memories.