Question 1

Day 1 — Departure from the UK

Accepted Answer

Fly from the UK to Beijing: Begin your journey with an international flight to China.
Overnight on board: Travel east and rest during the flight.

Question 2

Day 2 — Arrive in Beijing : Temple of Heaven & City Life

Accepted Answer

Fly from the UK to Beijing: Begin your journey with an international flight to China.
Arrive in Beijing and transfer to your hotel: Meet your private guide and settle into the city.
Visit the Temple of Heaven: Explore the historic site where emperors once prayed for good harvests.
Explore Wangfujing Street: Experience a lively mix of traditional food stalls and modern shops.

Question 3

Day 3— Imperial Beijing: Forbidden City & Summer Palace

Accepted Answer

Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City: Walk through the historic political centre of imperial China.
Explore the Summer Palace: Discover a vast garden landscape set around Kunming Lake.
Walk through Nanluoguxiang: Experience traditional hutong life with cafés and local culture.

Question 4

Day 4 — The Great Wall & Olympic Park

Accepted Answer

Mutianyu Great Wall: Walk along one of the best-preserved sections with panoramic mountain views.
Visit the Olympic Park: Explore the modern complex built for the 2008 Games, including the Bird’s Nest Stadium.
Return to the city: Transfer back after a full day of sightseeing.

Question 5

Day 5 — Beijing to Xi’an by High-Speed Train

Accepted Answer

Take the high-speed train to Xi’an: Travel from the capital to one of China’s most historic cities.
Visit the Ancient City Wall: Walk along one of the best-preserved city walls in China.
Settle into Xi’an: Enjoy time at leisure after arrival.

Question 6

Day 6 — Xi’an: Terracotta Warriors & Ancient City

Accepted Answer

Visit the Terracotta Army: Discover the world-famous underground army of China’s first emperor.
Explore the Ancient City Wall: Experience panoramic views of the old and new city.
Cultural immersion: Learn about the Qin Dynasty and early imperial China.

Question 7

Day 7 — Xi’an to Chengdu

Accepted Answer

Take the high-speed train to Chengdu: Travel to Sichuan’s cultural capital.
Visit People’s Park: Experience local life, tea culture and a relaxed atmosphere.
Leisure time: Enjoy Chengdu’s laid-back lifestyle.

Question 8

Day 8 — Chengdu Pandas & Culture

Accepted Answer

Visit the Panda Breeding Centre: Observe China’s most iconic animal up close.
Explore Jinli Street: Discover traditional Sichuan architecture and local street food.
Cultural experience: Enjoy the atmosphere of historic Chengdu.

Question 9

Day 9 — Chengdu to Chongqing

Accepted Answer

Take the high-speed train to Chongqing: Travel to China’s dramatic mountain city.
Visit Hongya Cave: Explore a multi-level complex with iconic river views.
Evening exploration: Experience Chongqing’s illuminated skyline.

Question 10

Day 10 — Discover Chongqing

Accepted Answer

Visit Liziba Monorail: See the train pass through a residential building.
Explore Ciqikou Ancient Town: Walk through historic streets, teahouses and shops.
City experience: Enjoy the unique layered landscape and river views.

Question 11

Day 11 — Chongqing to Shanghai

Accepted Answer

Fly to Shanghai: Travel to China’s most dynamic metropolis.
Visit The Bund: Walk along the historic waterfront.
City introduction: Experience the contrast between old Shanghai and modern Pudong.

Question 12

Day 12 — Shanghai Exploration

Accepted Answer

Visit Yuyuan Garden: Discover classical Chinese garden design.
Explore City God Temple area: Experience traditional markets and culture.
Walk along Nanjing Road: Enjoy one of the world’s busiest shopping streets.

Question 13

Day 13 — Departure

Accepted Answer

Transfer to the airport: Travel for your return flight to the UK.
Fly back home

hello@thechinaflow.co.uk

078 1894 4644

Urban Pulse

Beijing · Xinan · Chengdu · Chongqing · Shanghai

13 days

£2,995 pp

Highlights

Your Itinerary