Hong Kong to Beijing: Food Stalls & Waterfalls
14 days
From
$ 1499
Duration14 days
Soak in the vibrant pulse of China with others that share your appetite for adventure. Enjoy 14 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, opt to visit the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, and learn about kung fu at the Shaolin Temple. It's an experience so rich and incredible, you may not want to come back home.
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Duration: 14 daysService level: Basic
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Physical Grading: Average
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Ends in: BeijingAges: 18+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Hong Kong
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Arrive at any time.
Peak season notice: Golden Week falls between October 1st and 7th, 2019/2020/2021. Please note that Golden Week is a semi-annual 7-day or 8-day national holiday for the people of China. This is a very busy time of the year for domestic tourists, so expect some crowding at major attractions. We recommend booking these dates well in advance as accommodations and transportation availability is extremely limited.
Day 2: Hong Kong/Yangshuo
Arrive in Guilin by train and transfer to the nearby village of Yangshuo, nestled among the limestone karsts jutting out of the Li River. One of the most scenic regions of China, this beautiful backpacker town is a haven for activities, cultural immersion, and relaxing at cafés.
The Li River and the limestone karst mountains interspersed with picturesque riverside villages and markets make this area perhaps the best known scenic attraction in the region.
The Li River and the limestone karst mountains interspersed with picturesque riverside villages and markets make this area perhaps the best known scenic attraction in the region.
Cross the border to Shenzhen and board a train to Guilin before transferring to scenic Yangshuo.
End place: Yangshuo
Day 3: Yangshuo
Start place: Yangshuo
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.
End place: Yangshuo
Day 4: Yangshuo
Start place: Yangshuo
Continue to explore beautiful Yangshuo with a free day.
End place: Yangshuo
Day 5: Yangshuo/Chengdu
Start place: Yangshuo
Transfer from Yangshuo to Guilin and then catch the bullet train to Chengdu where you'll stay the night.
End place: Chengdu
Day 6: Chengdu
Start place: Chengdu
Feeling hungry? Pre-book the Evening Foodie tour by Tuk-Tuk on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Enjoy a free day to explore Chengdu, known for its spicy local food and the Giant Panda Breeding Centre. Opt to take a day trip to Leshan, a foodie tour, or visit the Wenshu Monastery.
End place: Chengdu
Day 7: Chengdu/Xi'an
Start place: Chengdu
Opt to see the Giant Pandas or continue exploring the vibrant city of Chengdu before taking the high-speed train to Xi'an in the late afternoon.
End place: Xi'an
Day 8: Xi'an
Start place: Xi'an
Enjoy an orientation walk through the Muslim Quarter, then opt to visit the Terracotta Warriors, cycle the ancient city walls, or practice tai chi with the locals.
End place: Xi'an
Day 9: Xi'an/Luoyang
Start place: Xi'an
Take a morning train from Xi'an to Luoyang and opt to visit the Longmen Grottoes in the afternoon.
End place: Luoyang
Day 10: Luoyang/Song Shan
Start place: Luoyang
Leave our large bags in storage and catch the public bus with an overnight pack to the Song Shan area. This beautiful Mountain area is best known as the home of the Shaolin Temple and birthplace of kung-fu.
Known as 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. Recognized as an International Geological Park due to its unique landscape, its peaks can reach up to 1512 meters above sea level. Hike the surrounding areas and get a glimpse into this scared natural area.
Known as 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. Recognized as an International Geological Park due to its unique landscape, its peaks can reach up to 1512 meters above sea level. Hike the surrounding areas and get a glimpse into this scared natural area.
Travel to the holy mountain of Song Shan and enjoy a hike in the surrounding countryside.
End place: Song Shan
Day 11: Song Shan/Beijing
Start place: Song Shan
Explore the Shaolin Temple, birth place of China Zen Buddhism and UNESCO World Heritage site. Established in 495 AD, martial arts have been practiced here for 1500 years as a way to practice Zen Buddhism.
We'll have some time upon return to Luoyang to pick our bags up from storage.
We'll have some time upon return to Luoyang to pick our bags up from storage.
Visit the Shaolin Temple, the home of Kung Fu. Transfer by private vehicle to Luoyang then board the bullet train to Beijing.
End place: Beijing
Day 12: Beijing
Start place: Beijing
Enjoy free time in China's booming capital city. Opt to visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.
End place: Beijing
Day 13: Beijing
Start place: Beijing
Opt to visit the famous Great Wall with free time today.
End place: Beijing
Day 14: Beijing
Start place: Beijing
Depart at anytime.
End place: Beijing
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Yangshuo Your Discover Moment: Beijing
- Song Shan Hike
- Shaolin Temple Visit
- Orientation walk in Xi'an
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Local bus, Train, Private vehicle -
Accommodation
Hotel (9 nts), Hostel (standard twin/single) (3 nts), Guesthouse (1 nts)