Wendy Wu China Uncovered

The Great Wall
Take the opportunity to walk along a section of the modern wonder of the world

Zhangjiajie National Park
Admire the region’s iconic sandstone pillars and dramatic landscapes

Giant Pandas
Visit Chongqing’s Panda House to see these majestic creatures

Guilin & the Li River
Sail from Guilin to Yangshou, passing towering karst peaks

Days 1-2: Fly overnight to Beijing
Head to the airport for an overnight flight to Beijing. On arrival, the rest of the day is at leisure.
Dinner

Day 3: Imperial Beijing
Start the day with a visit to Tiananmen Square, from which you’ll head to the Forbidden City to see the complex’s imperial treasures. This afternoon, spend some time wandering through the traditional hutongs before sitting down to a dinner of Peking duck.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: The Great Wall
This morning, you’ll get to visit of the world’s most famous landmarks: the Great Wall. A walk along the wall is a great way to appreciate its sheer size and magnificence. Visit a jade factory before spending the afternoon at the Summer Palace, with free time stroll through the idyllic traditional gardens.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: Alleyways of the Muslim Quarter
Take a bullet train to Xian, the ancient former capital. On arrival, take a walking tour of the Muslim Quarter. During the tour, you’ll learn about the city’s history as a starting point of the Silk Road. In the evening, enjoy a feast of dumplings, followed by a Tang Dynasty dance performance.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Terracotta Warriors & Beer Tasting
Spend the morning viewing the magnificent Terracotta Army before visiting the Xian Art Ceramics and Lacquer Workshop. Later in the day, take a stroll along the ancient city walls before heading to a local brewery for a tour and tasting
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Fly to Guilin
Take a flight south to the city of Guilin. Later, discover the colourful Reed Flute Cave
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Li River Cruise
Embark on a relaxing cruise along the Li River to Yangshou. Along the way, admire the breathtaking views of the karst peaks looming over the rural landscape
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Yangshou Countryside & Tai Chi
Start your day with a Tai Chi lesson before taking a tour of the countryside surrounding Yangshou. The afternoon is at leisure.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Chongqing Hot Springs
Leaving the countryside behind, take a bullet train to Chongqing. On arrival, spend the afternoon at one of the city’s top hot springs. Alternatively, you can enjoy free time to explore the Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, home to designer boutiques and street food stalls.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Dazu Carvings & Drone Show
Head out to Dazu, home to the UNESCO listed Dazu Rock Carvings. Admire the thousands of Buddhist, Taoist and Confucianist idols and symbols carved into the rock at over 70 sites. Returning to Chongqing, watch the Glamourous Drone Show this evening, where over 5,000 synchronised drones illuminate the sky line
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 12: Giant Pandas
This morning, you’ll get the chance to see the beloved Giant Pandas as the Chongqing Zoo’s Panda House. After, wander through the streets of Ciqikou, home to tea houses and craft shops. Continue to the Liziba intersection, where metro trains pass through a residential building. Later, head to the port to board your Yangtze River Cruise
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 13: Cruise the Yangtze
Spend the day sailing along the might Yangtze. You’ll have the option to relax on board, or head shore to explore the pavilions of Mount Shuanggui and see the cliff brushing writings of Song Dynasty calligraphers
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 14: Cruise through the Three Gorges
Your cruise ship enters the Three Gorges this morning, passing through the Wu Gorge, known for its forest-covered mountains and the Qutang Gorge, the most dramatic. Today, you’ll also take a cruise along the Goddess stream on a smaller ship
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 15: Three Gorges Dam
Today, visit the Three Gorges Dam, the largest hydroelectric dam in the world. While here, visit the small museum and admire the structure from the viewing platform. Disembark your cruise ship and drive to Zhangjiajie.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 16: Discover Zhangjiajie
Start your day with a ride in Bailong Glass elevator, which soars up the mountain to 326 metres. From here, soak up the views of the ‘First Bridge under the Sun’ and Hallelujah Mountains. Continue to Emperor Mountain and Helong Park, before taking a cable car back down. Finish the day with a ride on the sightseeing train through the Ten-Mile Natural Gallery, passing between the sandstone pillars.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 17: Zhangjiajie’s Glass Bridge
Today, you’ll experience the national park’s Grand Canyon. Take an exhilarating walk across the Glass Bridge, the world’s longest and highest. Then, head to the bottom of the gorge to cruise along Rainbow Lake. This evening, see the 72 Strange Buildings of Qilou
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 18: Tianmen Mountain & Glass Skywalk
Head up to the heights of Tianmen Mountain on China’s longest cable car, a journey of 7-kilometres. Once atop the mountain, admire Tianmen Cave, nicknamed ‘Heaven’s Door’, which can be reached by climbing 999 steps. Take walk along the glass skywalk before transferring to the airport for a flight to Shanghai
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 19: Bustling Shanghai
Begin your exploration of Shanghai with a visit to the Yu Gardens and the old towns. Then, head to the Bund to admire the colonial architecture before visiting a silk mill. Afterwards, go up to the top of the Jin Mao Tower for incredible views of the city. This evening, take a cruise on the Huangpu River and enjoy a farewell dinner of Shanghainese cuisine.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 20: Depart Shanghai
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, arriving the same or following day.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Glass Sky Walk Experience
Soak up brilliant views of the Zhangjiajie National Park as you walk along Tianmen Mountain’s ‘Walk of Faith’

Discover Xian’s Beer Scene
Visit one of the city’s local breweries to learn about the brewery process and to try some for yourself

Glamorous Drone Light Show
See Chongqing’s skyline come to life during the extraordinary light show, where over 5,000 drones put on a performance

• Return flights
• 18nts in 4* accommodation
• All meals: 18 breakfasts, 17 lunches and 18 dinners
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
• Domestic transportation
• China visa fees for UK passport holders

Classic
See the classic sites in the company of an expert guide so that you can really understand the history and culture of the destination. On Classic tours, everything is taken care of, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. These tours are fully inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive touring programme including authentic cultural experiences.

This tour has a maximum group size of 28 people per group

This tour has a physical rating of 2. A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you’ll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.