18-Day Classic China Tour with Yunnan

China Essence and South Discovery

Catch the core of China\’s cultural heritage in the ancient capital cities, experience unique ethnic customs, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of south China. This tour could be the first choice for travelers who are keen on minority cultures and landscapes.

Our detailed itinerary below is just for inspiration — we are ready to tailor-make it according to your schedule and interests. Contact us and your dedicated travel advisor will personalize your journey.

Day 1-4Shanghai — the Bund, Shanghai Tower, and Yu Garden
 
Day 3-5Guilin — Li River cruise and countryside life
 
Day 6Kunming — Yuantong Temple and the ancient Stone Forest
 
Day 7Dali — Xizhou and Erhai Lake
 
Day 8-9Lijiang — Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and a Naxi family visit
 
Day 10-11Shangri-La — Tiger Leaping Gorge and Songzanlin Lamasery
 
Day 12-13Chengdu — Pandas and cooking Sichuan cuisine
 
Day 14-15Xi\’an — the Terracotta Army and Xi\’an City Wall
 
Day 16-18Beijing — the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall
 

Suggested Route for A China Tour with Yunnan

Tour \’Wow\’ Points

Discover the old town of Daxu

Visit a local family and the clinic of traditional Chinese medicine. Then discover a rural market nearby (depending on when the market day falls).

Enjoy a Cruise in the Painting Gallery of God

URelax on a top-class guided Li River cruise, enjoying spectacular landscapes. Find the exact scene depicted on a 20-yuan banknote.

Discover Rural China by Exploring the Less Touristy Villages

Experiencing the daily life of local farmers would let you see another side of China.

Take a Cable Car Ride to the Snowcapped Peak of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain at 4,500+ m (14,700+ ft)

The peak is perpetually snowcapped, creating a breathtaking panorama against the clear blue sky.

Experience the Mysterious Dongba Culture in an Ancient Naxi Village

Visit a local Naxi family, learn some Dongba characters and enjoy a piece of Naxi music.

Seek Enlightenment from a Tibetan Buddhist in Songzanlin Lamasery

Get close to and interact with a lama. Talk with a lama in his study room about the lamaic lifestyle, religious beliefs, and discipline.

See the 2,000-Year-Old Terracotta Army Come Alive in Your Mind\’s Eye

Your knowledgeable tour guide will help you to discover the ancient Chinese military of the Qin Dynasty (221–206 BC). Make tiny clay warriors in a cave dwelling

Discover Hidden Halls in the Forbidden City

Different from other group tours when you only visit six halls, with us you would see hidden halls for a deeper understanding of the history, learn more interesting stories about the emperors, and dodge the crowds.

Explore a Less-Crowded Section of the Great Wall

With a round-trip ride by cable car, you would be escorted to the platforms that have a wide visual field whilst benefiting from fewer tourists and not much walking.

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