Shanghai to the Dragon's Backbone - 14 days

13 nights from £3020

13 nights

Shanghai to the Dragon's Backbone - 14 days

Discover the heart of China during this 14-day tour, commencing in Shanghai

£3775 pp
£3020 pp excluding flights £232 per night
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Discover the heart of China during this 14-day tour, commencing in Shanghai. Head to Beijing, where you'll explore the Forbidden City, Great Wall and historic Hutongs. Journey on to Luoyang to witness the Longmen Caves and the Shaolin Kung Fu Temple, then marvel at Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. After a flight to Guilin and immersive explorations of Yangshuo and Longsheng, head to Shanghai and explore at your own pace.
  • Beijing - Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, explore the Hutong area of Beijing, enjoy a Chinese Acrobatic Show and taste the famous peking duck
  • Huanghuacheng Great Wall - A section of the Great Wall of China, unique for its partially submerged and picturesque portion of the wall
  • Xi'an - Experience the UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, Terracotta Warrior Factory, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter, City Wall and bike ride and savour a dumpling-making experience
  • Luoyang - Take a high-speed train to Luoyang, and enjoy a visit to the Longmen Caves, food hunt in Old City Shizi Street and learn Kung Fu at a Shaolin Monastery
  • Shanghai – Free time to explore the city or join an optional group tour - highlights include the Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyuan Garden, The Bund and Old Shanghai
  • Guilin - Known for its stunning limestone karsts and lush rice paddies, forming a captivating cross-pattern of natural beauty
  • Longsheng - Embark on a scenic hiking adventure in Longsheng, known as the "backbone of a dragon," and be amazed by its breathtaking rice terraces and vibrant minority villages
  • Yangshuo - Witness the remarkable transformation of Yangshuo from a modest town to a bustling tourist destination, offering captivating landscapes
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