Journey Overview
This is the quintessential China journey for first-time visitors. Over ten days, you will walk the Great Wall at Mutianyu, explore the the Forbidden City palace complex, stand before the Terracotta Army, and stroll the Bund with Shanghai's skyline as your backdrop. Every day is carefully paced to balance sightseeing with rest, guided experiences with free exploration.
Journey Highlights
- Private Great Wall walk at sunrise, away from crowds
- Forbidden City tour with local guide selected for the confirmed itinerary
- Terracotta Warriors with local guide selected for the confirmed itinerary
- Planned Bund evening experience, subject to availability
- Hutong rickshaw tour and family visit
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Beijing
Airport pickup, hotel check-in, and evening hutong orientation walk.
The Forbidden City
Full-day exploration of the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park panoramic views.
Great Wall
Private transfer to Mutianyu. Walk the Wall at your own pace. Farm-to-table lunch nearby.
Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace
Morning tai chi session. Afternoon at the Summer Palace with boat ride.
Fly to Xi'an
Morning flight. City wall cycling at sunset. Muslim Quarter food tour.