China: From Ancient to Modern
The modern capital Beijing—with its sprawling Summer Palace and the amazing Great Wall—is a worthy successor to the former capital Xi’an. That ancient city is home to the Terracotta Warriors and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. In the south, Yangshuo’s natural formations are as exotic as the culture—dramatic mountain peaks and cliffs are highlighted by the enchanting Moon Hill.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Beijing
Tour Beijing with an expert local guide
Visit Tiananmen SquareVisit the Forbidden CityVisit the Summer PalaceEnjoy a dragon boat ride (Available April - October)
Participate in a Taiji lessonPeking Duck Dinner
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Day 4: Bejing • Mutianyu
Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu
Tour the Great Wall of China
Visit the Beijing ZooParticipate in a tea ceremony
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Day 5: Beijing • Xi'an
Fly to Xi'an
Take a bike ride on the ancient city wall
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tang Dynasty show and dinner
This evening, experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty at this world-class theater and restaurant featuring famous Cantonese cuisine. As music, food and dance delight your senses from every angle, you’ll see why more than 2.5 million visitors have proclaimed this a favorite part of their Chinese experience.
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Day 6: Xi'an
Take a guided tour of Xi'an
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda
- Terracotta Army Museum
Visit the Muslim Street food market
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Day 7: Xi'an • Guilin • Yangshuo
Fly to Guilin
Take a walking tour of Xi JieDinner in Yangshuo -
Day 8: Yangshuo
Tour Yangshuo with an expert local guide
Climb Moon HillTake a Li River bamboo raft excursionAdd this in-depth excursion:
Liu Sanjie performance
Opt to experience “Impression Liu Sanjie," a 70-minute theatrical spectacle that must be seen to be believed. The show makes use of the region’s spectacular limestone mountains, and features more than 600 performers. Note: The show is not available during Chinese New Year’s and may be cancelled in cases of bad weather.
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Day 9: Yangshuo • Guilin • Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial CenterEnjoy free time on the Bund
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Day 10: Shanghai
Tour Shanghai with an expert local guide
Visit the Jade Buddha TempleVisit Yu Yuan GardenSee Nanjing LuTake a walking tour of Nanjing Lu -
Day 11: Shanghai • Suzhou
Tour Suzhou
Visit the Master of the Nets Garden
Explore Suzhou on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 12: Shanghai • Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
Explore the Temple Street night market
Ride the Star Ferry
Watch "A Symphony of Lights" from the Avenue of Stars
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Day 13: Hong Kong
Explore Stanley Market on your own
Take a guided tour of Hong Kong
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Aberdeen
- Repulse Bay
Visit Victoria's Peak
Enjoy a dim sum tasting
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Day 14: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Beijing
Tour Beijing with an expert local guide
Visit Tiananmen SquareVisit the Forbidden CityVisit the Summer PalaceEnjoy a dragon boat ride (Available April - October)
Participate in a Taiji lessonPeking Duck Dinner
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Day 4: Bejing • Mutianyu
Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu
Tour the Great Wall of China
Visit the Beijing ZooParticipate in a tea ceremony
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Day 5: Beijing • Xi'an
Fly to Xi'an
Take a bike ride on the ancient city wall
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tang Dynasty show and dinner
This evening, experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty at this world-class theater and restaurant featuring famous Cantonese cuisine. As music, food and dance delight your senses from every angle, you’ll see why more than 2.5 million visitors have proclaimed this a favorite part of their Chinese experience.
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Day 6: Xi'an
Take a guided tour of Xi'an
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda
- Terracotta Army Museum
Visit the Muslim Street food market
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Day 7: Xi'an • Guilin • Yangshuo
Fly to Guilin
Take a walking tour of Xi JieDinner in Yangshuo -
Day 8: Yangshuo
Tour Yangshuo with an expert local guide
Climb Moon HillTake a Li River bamboo raft excursionAdd this in-depth excursion:
Liu Sanjie performance
Opt to experience “Impression Liu Sanjie," a 70-minute theatrical spectacle that must be seen to be believed. The show makes use of the region’s spectacular limestone mountains, and features more than 600 performers. Note: The show is not available during Chinese New Year’s and may be cancelled in cases of bad weather.
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Day 9: Yangshuo • Guilin • Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial CenterEnjoy free time on the Bund
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Day 10: Shanghai
Tour Shanghai with an expert local guide
Visit the Jade Buddha TempleVisit Yu Yuan GardenSee Nanjing LuTake a walking tour of Nanjing Lu -
Day 11: Shanghai • Suzhou
Tour Suzhou
Visit the Master of the Nets Garden
Explore Suzhou on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 12: Shanghai • Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
Explore the Temple Street night market
Ride the Star Ferry
Watch "A Symphony of Lights" from the Avenue of Stars
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Day 13: Hong Kong
Explore Stanley Market on your own
Take a guided tour of Hong Kong
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Aberdeen
- Repulse Bay
Visit Victoria's Peak
Enjoy a dim sum tasting
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Day 14: Depart for home
See what an EF tour is really like
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Includes breakfast and dinner daily.
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Entrances
Summer Palace; Taiji Lesson; Forbidden City; Tiananmen Square; Beijing Zoo; Great Wall of China; Tea ceremony; Bike ride on Xi’an City Wall; Terracotta Warriors/film; Li River Bamboo Raft; Moon Hill Climb; Shanghai World Financial Center; Jade Buddha Temple; Yu Yuan Garden; Master of the Nets Garden; With extension: Star Ferry Ride; Peak Tram
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
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