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Experience the sights in style on this reboot of a classic China circuit. You’ll picnic on the Great Wall, get up close with Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors, immerse in the ethnic traditions and customs of southwestern China, travel the ancient tea road in remote Yunnan, and explore Shanghai’s former French Concession.
China is a treasure chest waiting to be delved into. Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai are the sparkling jewels that you see when you first open the box, but the traditional lifestyles of ethnic minorities in Yunnan province are equally impressive gems hidden underneath. This trip introduces you to both the classic and hidden images of China: weave your way through Beijing’s interwoven hutong alleys which are still lived in today, stand on top of Xi’an’s ancient city wall, immerse in ethnic traditions and customs of southwestern China, and explore old and new Shanghai. Discover China’s wealth of treasures.
• Explore the imposing Forbidden City, where emperors ruled for 500 years • Hike up jingshan and take in a commanding view over the Forbidden City • Weave your way through Beijing’s ancient, interwoven hutong alleys • Savor a Peking duck dinner • Enjoy a champagne picnic on the majestic Great Wall, built to protect China’s heartland from invaders
• Travel northeast to the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China • Let your guide lead the way along a restored section of the wall and enjoy the changing panorama created by the varying, steep gradients and the nearby lake • Enjoy a picnic lunch with 360-degree views of the Wall crowning neighboring mountains as far as the eye can see • Drive back into town and spend the evening at your leisure
Learn the calming art of taichi in a private lesson at the Temple of Heaven • Transfer to the airport for your flight to Xi’an • Upon arriving, spend the evening at your leisure
Gaze into the heart of Xi’an as you patrol the 12-meter-high Ancient City Wall enclosing the historical city center • View the proudly unflinching Terracotta Warriors • Learn about Xi’an’s 1,300-year-old Muslim community by visiting the Great Mosque • Stroll through the bustling streets and stalls of the Muslim Quarter • Experience Xi’an with more than just your eyes by sampling some of Xi’an’s famous dumplings and getting a chance to learn how to make your own
Walk on a glass walkway above countless terracotta figurines and burial objects in the Hanyang Tombs • Transfer to the airport for your flight to Chengdu • Check-in to your hotel and head out for a stroll through Chengdu at the lively Kuan Zhai Alleyways • In the evening, marvel at the rapid skill of a Sichuanese “Face-changing” opera show
Drive an hour and a half outside of Chengdu to Dujiangyan Panda Base • Get up close with giant pandas • Take a cable car ride up Qingcheng Mountain, known as “the most peaceful and secluded under heaven.” • Continue on foot and explore the temples along the trail • Enjoy the summit and its spectacular views of lush green hills rolling into the horizon.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Dali • Check-in to your hotel and head into town for an evening at your leisure • Stroll through Dali’s picturesque old town, a mixture of pagodas, red lanterns and mountains
Step back in time on Weibaoshan, a sacred mountain dotted with ancient Taoist temples • Enjoy a hike up the mountain for tea with a Taoist master • Balance your ying and yang with a round of Tai Chi • Hike back to your transport (Hiking enthusiasts can continue the full five-hour journey to the summit and back) • Stop by Donglianhua village for a glimpse into the lives of a Mulsim community in Yunnan
Immerse yourself in the traditional Bai architecture of Xizhou, characterized by ornate gateways and honeycomb patterns • Learn the secrets of making rushan, a local cheese • Discover the local tradition of tie-dyeing indigo textiles • Hike up Cangshan Mountain, for an epic view of 3,500m peaks which offer epic views of the town and lake sprawling through the valley below
Drive to Lijiang • En route, hike along 1,300-year-old Shibaoshan Grottoes and discover the history behind each of them • End the hike with a visit to the Stone Bell Temple built on the mountainside • Check-in to your hotel and enjoy an evening at your leisure
Follow the winding canals and alleys to the largest market in Lijiang, where locals gather to pick up fresh produce • Visit Shuhe Ancient Town, one of the oldest settlements in Lijiang, and get a glimpse of everyday life of the Naxi people • Dive into the history and traditions of the Naxi people at the Dongba Cultural Museum • Pass wooden carts on your way to the stone and wooden Biasha Village, a Naxi settlement at the foot of the Jade Snow Mountain • Enjoy the evening at your leisure browsing the wares of Lijiang’s many shops
Meet a village shaman in Wenhai Valley • Admire the lush surroundings in the valley, known for its incredible biodiversity • Travel to Yuhu village, located in the Lijiang basin, and hike to the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain • Unwind with a pu’er tea workshop, as you learn the process of preparing this locally enjoyed tea
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai • Travel back to Shanghai’s stylish 1930s as you stroll through the tree-lined avenues of the former French Concession • Visit the chic area of Xintiandi • Either explore modern art studios in the trendy, bohemian area of Tianzifang or visit the Shanghai Museum, a veritable treasure trove of Chinese artifacts • Enjoy a death-defying ERA Acrobatics Show • Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure
Depart from modern Shanghai in style, as you take a ride to the airport on the fastest train in the world: the Maglev, journeying at one-third the speed of sound • Your WildChina guide will escort you to the airport and help you check in for your flight home.
The only all-suite hotel in the capital, The Peninsula Beijing sits a short stroll from Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the bustling Wangfujing shopping street.
The newest offering to Xi’an’s luxury hotel scene, The Ritz-Carlton is set in the heart of the city’s central business district.
An enthralling and vibrant hotel in Chengdu, The Temple House celebrates a city with a rich, fabled past and extremely exciting future through an inspiring blend of traditional heritage touches and modern comforts.
Enjoy the best of traditional style and modern comforts in this beautifully refurbished courtyard home.
This townhouse-style boutique hotel seamlessly merges luxury with the soulful charm of Naxi culture.
The Peninsula has a strong art deco influence reminiscent of 1930s Shanghai with luxurious rooms, restaurants and a rooftop bar overlooking the Bund.
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We’re on the ground with you
Our team of advisors will design every detail of the trip with you through close consultation, then orchestrate your entire journey while on the ground. We’re in the same time zone as you, so we can fulfill requests and handle issues without a hitch. With over 40 staff in Beijing and an expansive network of operational partners across the country, we have the manpower to ensure your journey is safe, reliable and comfortable from beginning to end.
Your trip, your way
Flexibility is our highest-ranking compliment. We pull off journeys for pioneers with a 6-hour layover to Hollywood’s elite, and everywhere in between. Our team regularly pulls off unprecedented logistical feats; nearly any time frame or budget is within our realm. No matter how you wish to experience China, we are here to bring that dream to life.
We embody passion
WildChina guides are carefully handpicked for their knowledge and charisma, then meticulously trained to maintain our exceptional service standards. They are expert storytellers and passionate natives of the regions where they guide, having the perfect combination of local insights and service know-how to bring you seamless once-in-a- lifetime moments all across China.
The little things, the big picture
Supporting inspired local economies allows you to experience the soul of the destination, while also protecting and cultivating China’s artisanal culture. From watching artisans hand make shoes in Yunnan, to picking organic vegetables for dinner on a local farm in Fujian, our tours are designed to showcase and protect China’s heritage, both natural and human.