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China: Cultural Sites & Epic Cities

7 days
From Beijing to Chengdu
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 18
Ages 18-39
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Highlights

  • Explore Beijing's iconic Tiananmen Square
  • Hike the historic Great Wall of China
  • Discover the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an
  • Cycle atop Xi'an's ancient City Wall
  • Stroll through Chengdu's vibrant streets

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Beijing
  2. Day 2 Beijing
  3. Day 3 Beijing/Xi’an
  4. Day 4 Xi’an
  5. Day 5 Xi’an/Chengdu
  6. Day 6 Chengdu
  7. Day 7 Chengdu
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Where You'll Stay

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  • China: Cultural Sites & Epic Cities reviewer 1
    · April 20th, 2025
    Enjoyed the experience and found it good value...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks for your review, Oscar! Our world deserves more you!
    Trip date: April 2025

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    Megan

    Asked on May 7th, 2025

    would like to know the size of the group, and if in the tour it's included just accomodations and transports? and about entrance fees/ tickets?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2025

      A maximum of 18 travellers is allowed per group. Here are the inclusions on this trip: Tiananmen Square tour, Jingshan Park visit, Orientation walk in Beijing, Included visit to the Great Wall of China, Visit the Terracotta Warriors, Tour the Xi'An Muslim Quarter tour, Orientation walk in Xi'an, Tianfu Square visit, Orientation walk in Chengdu. Note: Any visit included above, will include the entrance tickets/fees. Accommodations: Hotels (5 nights), overnight sleeper train (1 night). Meals: No meals included. Allow USD185-240 for meals not included. Transportation: Bullet train, overnight train, metro, public bus, private vehicle, walking. Staff & experts: CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

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      Megan

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      because i will arrive in china a week earlier so maybe i can join you in beijing, but depends about the price

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2025

      Please keep in mind that our dates are set for the trip and no discounts are offered if the full tour dates are not used when booking. You are welcome to refer to the cost of the tour on the Tour Radar website.

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    Jasmine

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    Would like to use $200 travel credit from G Adventures. How should I book this tour to still use my Tourradar and G Adventure credits?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2025

      Make the booking through Tour Radar and send a message through the booking page, and we can add this on for you, as long as it is still valid.

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    Harry

    Asked on March 27th, 2025

    would it be possible if 2 ladies age 62 were to take the tour either August or later in the year. or do we have to be under a certain age

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2025

      the tour you ate looking at is a tour specifically designed for our 18 - 39 year old travellers. As you don't fit within that age bracket we won't be able to book you on this trip. we have plenty more trips on offer, so please do have a look at some alternatives in our classic range of tours

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    Maria

    Asked on January 23rd, 2025

    Do you allow people over the age of 39 to join this tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.

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    Dennis

    Asked on January 22nd, 2025

    May I still joint this tour.and also do I have to pay single supplement.?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.

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    Angela

    Asked on January 4th, 2025

    Should we book this tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto.

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    Pamela

    Asked on November 25th, 2024

    Does this tour include a paid visit to the Forbidden city ? We want to visit its halls and rooms

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour does not include a paid visit, but you get the chance to see the Forbidden City from a birds-eye view at Jingshan Park.

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    Georgia

    Asked on September 27th, 2024

    Can we book this tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      Our 18-39 tours are exclusively for travellers between that age bracket, but we have the exact same tour for all ages here.

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    • 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.
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