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Endless Beauty of China in 16 Days - Private Tour

16 days
From Beijing to Shanghai
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish, Dutch
Group Size 1 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • ✓ Walk Through History – From Beijing’s Forbidden City to hutongs and the Great Wall
  • ✓ Timeless Treasures – Terracotta Army, ancient city walls, and vibrant old quarters
  • ✓ Nature & Pandas – Meet Chengdu’s pandas and cruise through China’s scenic countryside
  • ✓ Serenity & Scenery – Cycle Yangshuo, stroll Longji rice terraces, and sip tea by West Lake
  • ✓ Tradition Meets Modernity – Explore Suzhou’s gardens, Tongli’s canals, and Shanghai’s skyline

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to China - Beijing Arrival
  2. Day 2 Beijing (B/L)
  3. Day 3 Beijing (B/L)
  4. Day 4 Beijing - Xian by high speed train (B/L)
  5. Day 5 Xian (B/L)
  6. Day 6 Xian - Chengdu by high speed train (B/L)
  7. Day 7 Chengdu (B/L)
  8. Day 8 Chengdu - Guilin by plane (B/L)
  9. Day 9 Guilin - Longsheng (B/L)
  10. Day 10 Guilin – Yangshuo (B/L)
  11. Day 11 Guilin Fly To Hangzhou (B/L)
  12. Day 12 Hangzhou (B/L)
  13. Day 13 Hangzhou - Suzhou by high speed train (B/L)
  14. Day 14 Suzhou Fly To Shanghai (B/L)
  15. Day 15 Shanghai (B/L)
  16. Day 16 Shanghai Departure (B)
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Where You'll Stay

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Realistic Asia

Number of tours

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Age Range

1 to 99 years old

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  • 4.9
  • AJ
    · October 8th, 2025
    This 16-day China tour was absolutely unforgettable! Every destination had something unique. Walking the Great Wall, seeing the Terracotta Warriors, and cruising the Li River were incredible highlights. The guides were professional and friendly, and everything ran perfectly on time.
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    Dear Abram, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an unforgettable experience exploring China with us. Walking the Great Wall, visiting the Terracotta Warriors, and cruising the Li River are truly iconic moments, and... Show more
    Trip date: September 2025

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for China. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for China. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before January 12th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 12th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Realistic Asia. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Realistic Asia will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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