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Hong Kong to Beijing on a Shoestring
13 days, Hong Kong to Beijing
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Soak in the vibrant pulse of China with others that share your appetite for adventure. Enjoy 13 days of access to China's major sights and out-of-the-way gems with the freedom to choose those that interest you. Get familiar with bustling Beijing, have close encounters with pandas in Chengdu, say hello to Leshan’s giant Buddha, and learn about kung fu at the Shaolin Temple. An experience so rich and incredible, you may not want to come back home.
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Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 12.
Age requirement: 18-39
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Hong Kong to Beijing
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Trip Code: ACRB
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Itinerary
Day 1Hong Kong
Arrive at any time.
For your first night out, head down to Kowloon and experience the spectacular light show at Victoria Harbour. Get to know your fellow travellers and snap that iconic photo with the neon city backdrop. Afterward, opt for a traditional Cantonese dinner in a local restaurant and share stories over some Dim Sum.
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Your First Night Out Moment Connect With New Friends| Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupDay 2Hong Kong/Yangshuo
Board a bullet train and enjoy the scenic ride to Guilin, then transfer to the nearby village of Yangshuo. The Li River and limestone karst mountains interspersed with picturesque riverside villages and markets make this area perhaps the best known scenic attraction in the region, and a backpacker haven for activities, cultural immersion, and relaxing at cafés.
Day 3Yangshuo
Enjoy free time in Yangshuo. Opt for a tai chi lesson, visit a women-run Community Restaurant, take a cooking class, or cycling tour of the area.
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Your Discover MomentDay 4Yangshuo
Continue to explore beautiful Yangshuo with a free day.
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Your Discover MomentDay 5Yangshuo/Chengdu
Today, take the bullet train from Yangshuo to Chengdu. Transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of your day free to explore Chengdu.
Day 6Chengdu
Enjoy a free day to explore Chengdu, known for its spicy local food and the Giant Panda Breeding Centre.
Day 7Chengdu
Opt to see the Giant Pandas or continue exploring the vibrant city of Chengdu.
Day 8Chengdu/Luoyang
Say goodbye to Chengdu and its Giant Pandas and travel to Luoyang.
Day 9Luoyang
Arrive in Luoyang and opt to visit the Longmen Grottoes.
Day 10Luoyang/Song Shan
Catch the public bus with an overnight pack to Song Shan, a beautiful Mountain area best known as the home of the Shaolin Temple and birthplace of kung-fu. One of the five sacred Daoist Mountains of China, Dengfeng Shan, or Mount Song is a unique rock mountain containing many valleys, caves, pools, waterfalls, and steep cliffs. Hike the surrounding areas and get a glimpse into this scared natural area.
Day 11Song Shan/Beijing
Visit the Shaolin Temple, the home of Kung Fu. Transfer by private vehicle to Luoyang then board the bullet train to Beijing.
Day 12Beijing
Arrive in bustling Beijing this morning and opt to visit the famous Great Wall with free time.
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Your Discover MomentDay 13Beijing
Depart at anytime.
What's Included
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Yangshuo
- Your Discover Moment: Beijing
- Shaolin Temple Visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotel (7 nts), guesthouse (standard twin/single) (2 nts), sleeper trains (3 nts).
Meals
No meals included
Allow USD365-475 for meals not included.
Transportation
Local bus, train, private vehicle.
Staff & experts
English-speaking Chinese CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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