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SilkRoadTrips/SilkRouteTrips is an outstanding travel and tour provider specializing in major China tours with small groups, offering once in lifetime and unforgettable travel experience.
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Guangzhou Walking Tour To Explore The Old Xiguan Area
At 9am or 2pm, meet your guide outside Exit A, Zhongshanba Station, Metro Line 5 with your nameplate. You can choose hotel pickup option while booking, centrally located Guangzhou hotel pickup is possible to book with the tour (drop off is not included). Then you will start your walking tour with your guide to Renwen Temple which is a typical Taoism temple.Afterwards you visit Liwanhu Park where local people dance, sing and play games. Lychee Bay is a place for the well-preserved old Xiguan houses that used to be the home for rich people. Walking along the Duobao Road and En'ning Road, you will be amazed by the local life, the busy market, the old shops, and the snack street etc.that are a mirror to reflect the traditional Cantonese lifestyle. Moreover, you will taste a local snack at a local restaurant.You will also visit the popular Yong Qing Fang, and Canton Opera Museum(close on Mondays) with your guide.Then you will head to Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street before moving to Shamian Island, a nice place with old buildings by the Pearl River. When the tour concludes, your guide will help you get taxi or metro back to your hotel.
3 hours and 30 minutes
easy
From$89
4
Private Day Tour to Gulong Canyon Glass Bridge from Guangzhou
8:30--10am(choose the start time while booking), your guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby of centrally located Guangzhou hotels, then take about 2-hour ride to Gulong Canyon that is situated in Qingyuan. Upon arrival, you will start to walk on the path to the Nine-waterfall, the nine waterfalls fall from the top of the hill and create an impressive picture. Then you will walk on the Glass Walkway(520m) and Glass Bridge(329m) to view the canyon under the glass, then you will get to the Glass UFO Platform(202m), where you can view the wonderful waterfall running from the high mountain to the canyon. The Glass UFO Platform suspends 72 meters in the sky and is inscribed No.1 for its suspension span in the world. Moreover, you will have a later or early lunch depending on your start time.Later, you will be transferred back to Guangzhou hotel where this day tour concludes.Note: there are two booking options. No guide, no meals, no entrance fees are included for TRANSFER ONLY option.
7 hours
easy
From$379
18
Private Day Tour to Shunde from Guangzhou: Qinghui Garden, Fengjian Water Town
At 8:30 am, your private guide will collect you from your Guangzhou hotel for a one-hour drive to Fengjian Water Town. This picturesque riverside village invites you to wander its cobbled lanes, revealing centuries of history through its old houses and temples. A traditional boat trip along the canals offers a unique perspective of the town's charming bridges and daily life.Lunch showcases the world-famous flavors of Shunde, the heart of Cantonese cuisine. The journey continues at Qinghui Garden, a Ming Dynasty treasure (circa 1607) and one of Guangdong's top four classical gardens. Its intricately designed courtyards, pavilions, and reflective pools create an enchanting landscape. After exploring this garden oasis, you'll be driven back to your hotel in Guangzhou, concluding your memorable day.
8 hours
easy
From$409
46
All Inclusive Private Kaiping Day Trip from Guangzhou
At 8:00am, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby. Then, you will take a private vehicle for about 2 hours to Kaiping. Upon arrival, you will visit Liyuan Garden in Zili Village firstly. These are typical representatives of Diaolou (Watch Towers) that are listed as cultural heritage by UNESCO in 2007. Kaiping Diaolou and Villages were built by overseas Kaiping people during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These buildings take three forms: communal towers built by several families and used as temporary refuge, residential towers built by individual rich families and used as fortified residences, and watch towers to defend against local banditry. Lunch is arranged at a local restaurant.After lunch, you will move to visit the old town of Chikan where you will view another towers and rural countryside. Afterwards you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guangzhou where this day tour concludes.
9 hours
easy
From$409
2
Hexi Corridor Explore
Day 1. Arrival LanzhouFly to Lanzhou, our guide will meet you and transfer you to Lanzhou hotel where you will have a welcome dinner.Accommodation 5-star Lanzhou Crowne Hotel or similarIncluded meals: Welcome dinner Day 2. Lanzhou - Zhangye Car & Bullet trainCity tour in Lanzhou before moving to Zhanye in the afternoon by fast train. You will visit the Yellow River, Provincial Museum(Close on Mondays), Waterwheel Park, Zhongshan Bridge.Take 3-hour bullet train to Zhangya in the afternoon. Upon arrival, transferred to hotel. Accommodation 5-star Zhangye Hotel or similarIncluded meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 3. Zhangye CarVisit the Dafo Monastery after breakfast in the city. Then Drive to Matisi Monastery to visit the Tibetan Buddhism monastery in the morning. Transfer to Danxia Moutains to view the colorful Rainbow mountains.Accommodation 5-star Zhangye Hotel or similarIncluded meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 4. Zhangye - Jiayuguan CarTake about 2-hour ride to Jiagyuan this morning. Visit the militery fortress Jiayuguan Fort and climb up the imposing Overhanging Great Wall.|Accommodation 5-star Jiayuguan Plaza Holiday Hotel or similarIncluded meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 5. Jiayuguan - Dunhuang CarTake 5-hour ride to Dunhuang in the morning. Then wander around the Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring in the afternoon. Optional camel-riding. Dinner is at local night market. Accommodation 4-star but local best Dunhuang Silk Road Hotel or similarIncluded meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 6. DunhuangVisit the Mogao Caves, the highlight of the ancient Silk Road in the morning. Visit Dunhuang Museum in the afternoon to learn the history of this oasis town.Accommodation 4-star but local best Dunhuang Silk Road Hotel or similarIncluded meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 7. Departure from Dunhuang Transfer to Dunhuang airport to catch your flight to next destination. Tour concludes.Included meals: Breakfast
7 days and 1 hour
very_easy
From$1999
3
Yangtze Cruise Chongqing/Yichang 4D/3N
Cruising on Three Gorges of The Yangtze RiverCHONGQING TO YICHANG4 DAYS/3 NIGHTSDOWNSTREAM ITINERARY DAY 1 Depart Chongqing- 9:00 pm: Sail from picturesque Chongqing, the “Mountain City”. DAY 2 Shibaozhai- Take a shore excursion to Shibaozhai, with its impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to Fengdu, visiting the new relocation village built for families who have moved as a result of the Yangtze’s rising waters brought about by the Three Gorges Dam. Additional optional Shore Excursion to Fengdu’s “Ghost City” (river conditions permitting), known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill. (B, L, D) DAY 3 Enter the Three Gorges/“Small Gorges”/ShiplocksEnter the Three Gorges, one of nature’s most extraordinary sculptures. Today you will pass through the first two—Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Qutang Gorge is the shortest (5 miles), narrowest (500 feet), and most dramatic. The 25-mile long Wu Gorge is known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains, and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. Transfer to another vessel for a relaxing excursion through the attractive gorges of Goddess Stream. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to the gorges of Shennong Stream. Enter Xiling Gorge, the longest (41 miles), and the deepest of the Three Gorges. In the evening, sail through the Three Gorges Dam ship locks. Additional optional Shore Excursion to White Emperor City (river conditions permitting), an ancient city overlooking the western end of Q utang Gorge. (B, L, D) DAY 4 Three Gorges Dam/Yichang- Morning visit to the Three Gorges Dam at Sandouping, the largest in the world. Arrive Yichang in late morning and disembark. (B) Itineraries and times are subject to change according to river conditions.Included meals as noted in above itinerary: (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = DinnerIncluded Excursions: Shibao zhai Pagoda Shennong Stream Three Gorges Dam ProjectOptional Excursions: Fengdu Ghost City 280 RMB p.p. White Emperor City 280 RMB p.p.
4 days and 1 hour
very_easy
From$599
7
Yangtze River Cruise from Yichang to Chongqing Upstream in 5 Days 4 Nights
Cruising on The Three Gorges of Yangtze RiverCruise Yichang to Chongqing 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS UPSTREAM ITINERARY ItineraryDAY 1Depart Yichang - 9:00 pm: Sail from Yichang, the economic and cultural center of western Hubei Province. DAY 2Three Gorges Dam/Xiling Gorge - Morning visit to the Three Gorges Dam at Sandouping, the largest in the world. Later sail through the Three Gorges Dam ship locks. Sail through Xiling Gorge, the longest (41 miles), and the deepest of the Three Gorges.Additional optional Tribe of the Three Gorges Shore Excursion (river conditions permitting), offering an interesting glimpse into life in the Xiling Gorge region. (B, L, D) DAY 3“Small Gorges”/Wu Gorge/Qutang GorgeTransfer to another vessel for a relaxing excursion through the attractive gorges of Goddess Stream. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to the gorges of Shennong Stream. Enter Wu Gorge, known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains, and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. Then sail through Qutang Gorge, the shortest (5 miles), narrowest (500 feet), and most dramatic gorge. Additional optional Shore Excursion to White Emperor City (river conditions permitting), an ancient city overlooking the western end of Qutang Gorge. (B, L, D) DAY 4Shibaozhai - Take a shore excursion to Shibaozhai, with its impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to Fengdu, visiting either the new relocation village built for families who have moved as a result of the Yangtze’s rising waters brought about by the Three Gorges Dam. Additional optional Shore Excursion to Fengdu’s “Ghost City” (river conditions permitting), known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill. (B, L, D) DAY 5Arrive Chongqing - 9:00am: Disembark at picturesque Chongqing, the “Mountain City” (B) Note:Itineraries and times are subject to change according to river conditions.Included meals as noted in above itinerary: (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = Dinner Included Excursions:Shibao zhai Pagoda or Fengdu Ghost CityShennong Stream or Lesser Three GorgesThree Gorges Dam Project Optional Excursions:Fengdu Ghost City 280 RMB p.p.White Emperor City 280 RMB p.p. Tips for the cruise crew 150 RMB p.p Kindly note1. The itinerary is subject to change due to the river regulation, please check the final itinerary on the cruise.2. Three excursions are included, but the three sites might be changed as per different boat schedule and we will send you the final three excursions before your tour.
5 days and 1 hour
very_easy
From$599
1
PRI Tour to Dujiangyan & Mt Qingcheng
Discover an ancient manmade wonder and a site of natural and cultural beauty on this private day trip out of Chengdu. Learn about the incredible UNESCO-listed Dujiangyan Irrigation System before visiting Mount Qingcheng, one of the most important centers of Taoism in China. Your personal guide picks you up from your hotel in the morning and chauffeurs you out from Chengdu to Dujiangyan. It takes about one hour to get there by car. Here, venture out to the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a massive project originally constructed around 256 BC by the Qin state. Located on the Min River tributary of the Yangtze, the system was designed to conserve water and control flooding, and still irrigates 2,046 square miles (5,300 sq km) of land today. Your guide explains how the immense undertaking altered the Sichuan basin into a region of abundance while eliminating floods from nearby areas. After visiting Dujiangyan, replenish your energy with lunch and then drive to Mount Qingcheng. The site where the deity Huangdi, or Yellow Emperor, studied, the mountain is one of the most important centers of Taoism in China, and is regarded as one of the "most peaceful and secluded mountains under heaven." Take a cable car to the top of the mountain to see the historic Shanqing Temple and its ancient relics, then visit the Laojun Pavilion, which sits on Qingcheng's highest peak. Enjoy spectacular views of the region before heading back down and driving back to Chengdu.
11 hours
very_easy
From$439
8
2-Day Private Danxia Mountain & Nanhua Temple Tour From Shenzhen by Bullet Train
Day 1. Shenzhen -- Shaoguan by bullet train (L, D) At 8:00 am, you will be picked up from your hotel lobby. Then, transfer to Shenzhen Bei Railway Station (Guangzhou North) to catch a bullet train to Shaoguan (1.5 hour). Upon arrival in Shaoguan, you will be transferred to Danxia Mountain which is a Natural Heritage inscribed by UNESCO in 2010. You can climb up the highest peak Zhanglao Summit to have a bird's eye view of the mountains. Moreover you can view theYangyuan Rock that looks like a male phallus. Afterwards we will drive to Shaoguan city for overnight in 4* hotel. In the evening you will visit Fengcai Pavilion in the city, which was built originally in Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD) and rebuilt many times in the history. The pavilion is the token of the city Shaoguan with well-preserved traditional architectural style, it is nice to visit it in the evening when the lights are on. Accommodation: 5-star Ramada Hotel Day 2. Shaoguan -- Shenzhen by bullet train (B, L) After hotel breakfast, you will be transferred to Nanhua Monastery which is a well-known Chinese Buddhism site for Huineng Monk Mummy Buddha. Afterwards, you will visit Maba Man Ruin Park, which is the pre-modern hominid whose remains were discovered in 1958 in caves near Nanhua Monastery. Then, you will have lunch before you are transferred to Shaoguan Railway Station to catch a bullet train back to Shenzhen (1 .5 hours). Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your hotel where the tour concludes.
2 days
easy
From$399
7
Private Tour: 4-Night Trip from Lanzhou to Labrang and Xining
Day 1. Arrival Lanzhou. Upon arrival Lanzhou, you will be met by the guide and transferred to the hotel located in the city downtown of Lanzhou, the capital of the Gansu province. You will walk along the Yellow River park in the afternoon if time permits. Accommodation: Lanzhou 4-Star Legend Hotel or equivalent Day 2. Lanzhou to Linxia (BL)After hotel breakfast, your guide will take you to visit Gansu Museum where there is must-see statue"Galloping Horsing On The Swallow" that was excavated in Wuwei in 1969, which is the token of China Tourism. After the museum, you will take 3-hour ride to Linxia where you will take a speed boat to go across Liujiaxia Reservoir on the Yellow River to visit Binlin Temple Grottoes that was constructed from the 3rd century with amazing statues and frescos. Meanwhile the Grottoes are located beside imposing Stone Forest of the Yellow River. You will stay here about 2 hours, then take speed boat back to your vehicle. Accommodation: Linxia 4-Star Hehuang Hotel or equivalent Day 3. Linxia/Xiahe Labrang (BL) After hotel breakfast, you will be driven about 2 hours to Xiahe, Labrang in Tibetan Language.Labrang Monastery was founded in 1709 by the first Jamyang Shêpa, Ngawang Tsondru. It is Tibetan Buddhism's most important monastery town outside the Tibetan Autonomous Region. There are hundreds of lamas studying in the monastery. You will walk along the monastery with your guide, and visit the most import temples here in the afternoon. Accommodation: Labrang 4-Star Civil Aviation Hotel or equivalent Day 4. Xiahe/Xining(B) After hotel breakfast, you will be driven about 6 hours to Xining. You will visit Longwu Monastery on the way, which is a typical Tibetan Buddhism temple. Accommodation: 4-Star Qinghai Hotel or equivalent Day 5. Departing from Xining (BL) You will be transferred to visit Kumbum Monastery which is about 25 km from Xining. As birth place of Tsongkhpa who was the founder of Yellow Hat School of Tibetan Buddhism, Kumbum Monastery has impressive Buddha states, yak butter carvings etc. You will stay here for about 2 hours before transferring to Xining airport or Xining railway station where the trip concludes. You can book our another tour 32685P86 to Zhangye. Note: Please book your flight departing from Xining airport after 3 pm.
5 days
easy
From$2879
3
Private Tour: One-Day Xian Trip from Shanghai by Air
You will be picked up in your Shanghai hotel lobby at 6am by an agent with a sign specifying your name. You will then be transferred to the Shanghai airport to catch your flight to Xian. Upon arrival in Xian, you will be met by a guide at the airport and you will go directly to visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Your guide will narrate your tour of the life-size terracotta figures of warriors and horses arranged in battle formations. You will then be transferred to the Muslim Quarter after a quick lunch. It's a main street with a few intersecting roads that has become a famous attraction of Xian for its Muslim cultural atmosphere. Finally you will explore the Old City Wall. Built about 600 years ago, it is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved Chinese city walls. You will then be transported back to the Xian airport to catch your flight back to Shanghai. Upon arrival in Shanghai, an agent will meet you at the exit of the airport with a sign specifying your name. You will be transported to your Shanghai hotel to complete your tour.
17 hours
easy
From$999
8
Private Day Tour to Terra Cottar Warriors from Guangzhou by Air
At 7 am, you will be met by our representative from the hotel lobby of the centrally located Guangzhou hotel, then transferred to Guangzhou airport to catch flight to Xi'an where our friendly local guide will meet you and start your Xi'an tour. Firstly you will visit the eighth wonder of the world, Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum that was built on the original site where we excavated the Warriors in 1974. Each warriors has his own feature, no warriors repeats another one amazingly. You will visit Pit No.1, No. 2 and No.3 with another exhibition for Bronze Chariots. Afterwards you will grab a quick lunch before moving to the city center to explore the 6-hundred-year old city wall of Xian, which made Xian different from other cities in China. The approximately 14-km old city wall tells you the splendid history happened here. Then you will wander around the Muslim Quarter where you might see all sorts of local snacks, souvenirs and handicrafts etc. Later you will be transferred back to Xi'an airport to take flight back to Guangzhou. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by our representative back to your Guangzhou hotel where the busy but wonderful day concludes.
17 hours
easy
From$1155
7
From Beijing: Private Xian Day Tour by Bullet Train & Flight
At 5 am, you will be transferred from your centrally located Beijing hotel to catch 5-hour bullet train from Beijing to Xian. Upon arrival at Xian, your guide will meet you and transfer you from Xian North Station to visit the eighth wonder, Terracotta Warriors Museum. There are 3 pits exhibiting about 7000 warriors and horses, and you will learn the history from an experienced local guide. Afterwards, you will be transferred to Xian to visit the old city wall, the best-preserved city wall in China, built about 600 years ago during the Ming Dynasty. It has a length of nearly 14 kilometers. Next, move on to the Muslim Quarter which is behind the Drum Tower, where there are hundreds of shops selling snacks, food, dried fruits, and much more. Then you will be transferred to Xian airport to catch your flight back to Beijing, upon arrival you will be transferred back to your Beijing hotel where the trip concludes.
17 hours
easy
From$879
7
Private Half Day Guangzhou Tour with 9 Options
This half day tour will let you explore four well-known attractions in Guangzhou from nine options. Your guide will pick up you from your hotel lobby of centrally located Guangzhou hotels with a signage of your name at 8am or 1pm. Then you will start to visit fours attractions. Afterwards you will be transferred back to your Guangzhou hotel where the trip concludes. 1. Dr Sunyat-sen Memorial Hall, is the a traditional Chinese architectural building to commemorate Dr Dunyat-sen. ((It takes about 30 minutes to visit.) 2. Museum of the Tomb of the Nanyue King of the Western Han Period, where you can go inside the original tomb that was excavated in 1983 while constructing a hotel here. The tomb proves the long history of Guangzhou that can be tracked back to 2,200 years ago. There is an exhibition hall to display all kinds of relics excavated in both the tomb and Guangzhou. (It takes about 1.5 hours to visit.) 3. Academy of Chen Clan, or The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, which is an academic temple built by the 72 Chen clans for their juniors' accommodation and preparation for the imperial examinations in 1894 during Qing Dynasty. It is a complex with traditional Canton architecture style which is notable for its rich decoration including a large collection of wood carving, stone carving, brick carving, pottery, plaster and iron engraving. (It takes about 1 hour to visit.) 4. Shamian Island, you will wander around the European architectural style area which was former colony for British and French 100 years ago. (It takes about 40 minutes to visit.) 5. Yuexiu Park, which is a largest city park in the downtown of Guangzhou. You will view the 5-ram statue and Zhenhai Tower. (It takes about one hour to visit.) 6. Guangxiao Temple, is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Guangzhou. There are well-preserved old buildings, statues, and old trees etc. (It takes about 40 minutes to visit.) 7. Six Banyan Temple, is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Guangzhou, and its early history can be traced back to 1500 years ago. The Flower Pagoda is the main structure in the temple. (It takes about 40 minutes to visit.) 8. Beijing Road, one of the 10 pedestrian shopping streets. There are ancient pavements built during different dynasties under the modern road to prove the long history around this area. It is wonderful place for shopping as well. (It takes about one hour to visit.) 9. Canton Tower, is the second highest TV tower TV tower in the world with a height of 600 meters. If you want to go up the Tower, admission cost is on your own. (It takes about one hour to visit.)
5 hours
easy
From$319
8
Private Half Day Guangzhou Tour by Metro with A Local Guide
At 8.30am or 1.30pm, your guide will wait for you outside Exit A of Yuexiu Park on metro line 2, with a signage of your name. Then you will climb up Yuexiu Park to view the token of the city, 5 Rams Sculpture. The local legend goes that five immortal beings wearing robes of five colors came to Guangzhou on the backs of rams. Each being carried rice and gave it to the people as a sign that Guangzhou would be free of famine. A sculpture was erected in Yuexiu park in 1959 to pay tribute to this story, and to the origins of the name Guangzhou (meaning five rams). You will also view a section of the Old City Wall of Guangzhou in the park, which was built in Ming Dynasty about 600 years ago. Afterwards you will walk to the Museum of the Tomb of the Nanyue King of the Western Han Period, where you will go inside the original tomb that was excavated in 1983 while constructing a hotel here. The tomb proves the long history of Guangzhou that can be tracked back to 2,200 years ago. There is an exhibition hall to display all kinds of relics excavated in both the tomb and Guangzhou. Then, you will take metro to Academy of Chen Clan, or The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, which is an academic temple built by the 72 Chen clans for their juniors' accommodation and preparation for the imperial examinations in 1894 during Qing Dynasty. Academy of Chen Clan is a complex with traditional Canton architecture style which is notable for its rich decoration that adorns both the interior and exterior of the halls as well as in almost every beams, ridges, walls and columns including a large collection of wood carving, stone carving, brick carving, pottery, plaster and iron engraving. Later, you will take metro to Shamian Island and wander around the European architectural style area which was former colony for British and French 100 years ago. Moreover, you will view the White Swan Pool along the Pearl River by the waterfront of Shamian Island The pleasant half day trip concludes at the Shamian Island where you can take taxi or metro back to your hotel.
4 hours
easy
From$199
5
4-Day PRI Tour to Zhangjiajie and Fenghuang Old Town from Guangzhou by Bullet Train
D1. Guangzhou - Zhangjiajie by train & car (L)At 6:30am, you will be picked up from lobby of centrally located Guangzhou hotel, and transferred to station to catch 6-hour bullet train to Zhangjiajie. Upon arrival, you will chenck in hotel in Wulingyuan Scenic Area, often referred to as Zhangjiajie.Accommodate: Pullman Hotel or equivalentD2. Zhangjiajie (BL)Today you will take one-hour ride to Zhangjiajie National Park where you will overlook the wonderful views by super elevator. The elevator takes 1.58 seconds to transport tourists from the bottom to the Yuanjiajie top exhibiting unbelievable and fantastic views. Enjoy the heaven and earth pillar unpredictable prototype mountain of the movie AVATAR directed by Jame Cameron on the Summit Sightseeing Platform.Afterwards you will move to visit Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve that offers a perfect location to have a panoramic picture. Known as 'the Monarch of the Peak Forest', Tianzi Mountain has four wonders: the Sea of Clouds, the Radiance of the Moonlight, the Rays of Sunshine and the Snow in winter.Later you will head to Shilihualang (10-Mile-Gallery) to explore. (One way by electric train; other way on foot for about 30 Minutes.)Accommodate: Pullman Hotel or equivalentD3. Zhangjiajie - Fenghuang by car (BL)Drive to Tianmen Mountain, then walk along the road leading to Gateway of Heaven. The glass walkwaymakes it so distinctive. You will take Tianmen Mountain Cableway to explore Tongtian Avenue (a way to Heaven), Tianmen Cave (Heaven Gateway), Tianmen Temple, Tianmen glass walkway, Ghost-valley plank road, and Yunmeng Fairy Summit. You will take a small cable to the main cable, then take the world's longest cableway, with a length of 7455 meters and elevation of 1518 meters to go down.(The round-way of the main cable and upper way for the small cable are included. If you take round-way small cable car, you will miss some sights.)Afterwards you will take 3-hour ride to old town of Fenghuang, which was built along the Tuo River with local wood. It is nice to wander around the well-preserved wooden houses. In the evening, the lights creates a wonderful world from the houses.Accommodate: Guest house in the old townD4. Fenghuang - Huaihua or Changsha - Guangzhou by car & train (BL)Free explore in the morning. After lunch, you will take one-hour ride to Huaihua to catch 5-hour bullet train back to Guangzhou. (You will take train from Changsha to Guanzghou if no train tickets available in Huahuai due to its limited trains.) Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your Guangzhou hotel where the trip concludes.
4 days
easy
From$2049
6
Private Tour: 3-Night Sichuan Explore from Chengdu to Leshan and Mt Emei
D1. Arrival ChengduUpon arrival Chengdu, you will be met by your guide and then transferred to your hotel in Chengdu. If time permits, you will visit Kuan and Zhai Alleys in the evening.Overnight at 5-star Chengdu hotelMeal: NoneD2. Chengdu - Leshan - Emei by carAfter hotel breakfast, you will be driven to Panda Breeding Centre in Chengdu to visit the cute pandas for about 2 hours.Then you will be driven about 2 hours to Leshan to view the Giant Buddha Stature that is 78 meter in the height, the biggest sitting Buddha in the world.Afterwards you will be driven another 1 hour to Emei.You will visit the Baoguo Monastery, this is an old Buddhism temple located at the foot of the Emei Mountain.Later, you will check in the hotel.Tonight you will stay in a hot spring hotel where there are plenty of hot spring pools to spend fun time here. Overnight at 5-Star Hot Spring HotelMeals: Breakfast and lunchD3. Mt. EmeiToday you will be transferred to Mt. Eei, your guide will offer you the map of Mt. Emei and the hiking routes, you can choose the better one for you. While you are hiking in Emei, you can view the monkeys around you.Later, you will get back to hotel.Overnight at 5-Star Hot Spring HotelMeals: Breakfast and lunchD4. Emei - Chengdu Airport by bullet trainAfter hotel breakfast, you will be transferred to Emeishan Railway Station to catch fast train back to Chengdu Shuangliu Airport where to catch your flight onto next destination. Trip concludes.Meal: Breakfast
4 days
moderate
From$1558
5
Xian Private Day Trip to Hanyanglin Mausoleum and Banpo Museum
At 8:30am, you will be picked up from your centrally located Xian hotel. then take a car ride to visit the Haanyanglin Museum, where you will view different terracotta warriors. Then you will be transferred to Banpo ancient village where it is also a museum to display a 6000-year-old village.Chinese lunch is included at local restaurant.Time permits, you can visit the Muslim Quarter with the local guide.Later, you will be transferred back to your Xian hotel where the day tour concludes.
8 hours
very_easy
From$429
6
Shenzhen Private Day Tour to Dafeng Village, Shenzhen Museum and more
At 8 am, your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby in Shenzhen, then you will start city tour by a private car. Firstly you will go to Shenzhen Museum(close on Monday) to view the exhibitions for the city and some relics from this area. Moreover you will learn how the city developed so quickly in the past 30 years in the exhibition hall of the modern Shenzhen. Then you will be transferred to Dafen Village where there are oil paintings, Chinese paintings etc. selling here, and it is very impressive to view these painting studios and shops assembled at one spot. Lunch is included at local restaurant. Then you will head for Shenzhen Splendid China Folk Culture Village or Window of the World (you can pick up one of the them) to spend the rest of the day in the park.Afterwards you will be transferred back to your hotel where the trip concludes.
9 hours
easy
From$439
1
2-Day Tour to Lianzhou Underground River, Huangchuan Three Gorges from Guangzhou
Day 1. Guangzhou/Lianzhou by car (L, D) At 8:00am, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby. Then, you will take 3-hour ride to the well-persevered Thousand-year Yao Village where you will see the Yao girls dressing up traditionally, and the old wooden houses on the hill. Afterwards you will have lunch at local restaurant before visiting theLianzhou Underground River that is natural cave with a length of 1860 meters, and you will take a boat on the underground river to view the stalagmite, stalactite, rocks and waterfall in the huge cave.Later you will be transferred to Lianzhou where you will stay overnight. Accommodation: 4-star Lianzhou hotel Day 2. Lianzhou/Guangzhou by car (B, L) After hotel breakfast, you will take 30-minute ride to Huangchuang Three Gorges, which is 20km long on the Lian River, and consisted of Lengjia Gorge, Yangtiao Gorge and Shuangxi Gorge. You will take a boat to sail through the three gorges, and enjoy the picturesque scenery on the boat. Then, you will have lunch before you are transferred back to your hotel where the tour concludes.
2 days
easy
From$999
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2-Day to Xiling Gorge in Yichang from Wuhan by Bullet Train
Day 1. Wuhan - Yichang by bullet train (L)At 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your centrally located Wuhan hotel lobby, then transferred to railway station to catch 2-hour bullet train to Yichang. Upon arrival, you will head for the picturesque Three Gorges Waterfall, which is 102-meter long and 80-meter wide. There are caves, bridges, lake and birds in this area. Later you will be transferred to hotel in Yichang. Day 2. Wuhan - Yichang by bullet train (BL)Today you will take a cruise to view Xiling Gorge, one of the Three Gorges. At 8am, you will start to board the cruise, and sail along the Yangtze River. Enjoy the fantastic scenery on both sides of the river after the cruise through the ship lock of the Gezhouba Dam. In the afternoon, you will take a sightseeing bus to the Three Gorge Dam Project Park to visit the giant dam. Afterwards, you will be be transferred to Yichang Railway Station to catch the bullet train back to Wuhan. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Wuhan where the tour concludes.
2 days
easy
From$959
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Private Day Tour to Stone Forest and Bamboo Temple from Kunming
At 8 am, you guide will meet you in the hotel lobby of your centrally located Kunming hotel. Firstly you will be transferred to visit Bamboo Temple, the first Buddhism temple in Yunnan Province with a history more than 1000 years. The construction of the monastery is Chinese architectural gem to take advantage of hill view to indulge into bamboos, gardens and pavilions etc. The monastery is well-known for the 500 arhats sculptures. Then you will take one-hour ride to Stone Forest which is a well-known site of World Heritage. Stone Forest(Shilin, in Chinese) is a remarkable Karst geography, covering an area of 400 square kilometers, and includes both large and small stone forests. The Stone Forest consists of three parts: Major Stone Forest, Minor Stone Forest and Naigu Stone Forest. The natural climate made the magnificent, strange and astonish landscape in the past millions years. Nowadays there are countless various formations including animals, plants, and even human figures that can be found here. Lunch is included at local restaurant today. Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel where the day trip concludes. Note: Visiting sequence might be changed as per local traffic.
8 hours
easy
From$388
4
Guangzhou Historical Day Tour By Metro & Boat
At 9.30am, your guide will pick you up from your centrally located Guangzhou hotel, then take taxi or metro to start the day tour. You will visit the Museum of the Tomb of the Nanyue King of the Western Han Period, where you will learn the history of Guangzhou back to 2,200 years ago. Afterwards, you will climb up Yuexiu Park to view the token of the city, 5 Rams Sculpture that was erected in Yuexiu park in 1959 to describe the legend. You will also view a section of the Old City Wall of Guangzhou in the park, which was built in Ming Dynasty about 600 years ago.Then, you will move to Academy of Chen Clan, or The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, which is an academic temple built in 1894 during later Qing Dynasty. Academy of Chen Clan is a complex with traditional Canton architecture style. Now it is a folk art museum to display wooden carving, stone carving, brick carving, pottery, plaster and iron engraving etc. which are nice to view with your local guide. Later, you will take metro to Shamian Island and wander around the former colony for British and French for 100 years ago, where there are well-preserved old European architectural houses, and you can see local people taking wedding pictures here. Afterwards you will walk to the dock to take a public boat from here to Canton Tower on the Pearl River to view the moving pictures along the river including buildings, parks, islands and bridges on the boat. The impressive Canton tower is 600 meters in height, and if you are interested, you could buy a ticket to overlook the city at your own expense.Your lunch is included for the delicious Cantonese Dim Sum. Your wonderful day tour concludes at the Canton tower where you can take taxi or metro back to your hotel.Note: Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King closes on Mondays, Academy of Clan Chen closes on Tuesday, we will arrange visit YongQingFang instead of when it is closed.
7 hours
easy
From$199
4
Private Impression Tour: Beijing, Xian, Lhasa, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie and Shanghai 14 Days
Day 1 Beijing Arrival TransferWelcome to Beijing, the capital of P.R.China. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Beijing hotel. Transport: Private vehicle Accommodation: Overnight in BeijingDay 2 Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer PalaceToday you will take 2-hour ride to Mutianyu, a section of the Great Wall built in Ming Dynasty 600 yeara ago. You can walk up or take cable car up to the Wall, and walk from tower to tower. It is amazing to view the ancient military construction that is well preserved on the giant mountains.Head to Summer Palace this afternoon to view the amazing Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill this afternoon, where it used to be a summer resort for the royal families during Qing Dynasty.Later you will be transferred back to your hotel.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in BeijingMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 3 Beijing to Xi'an by bullet train after The Forbidden City tourYou will visit the biggest city square in the world, the Tian'anmen Square. Then walk to the Forbidden City, the biggest palace in the world. Explore the main buildings with a local guide in the palace. Then you will catch 5-hour bullet train to Xian after included lunch. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel. Transport: Private vehicle + Bullet trainAccommodation: Overnight in Xi'anMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 4 Xi'an: Terra Cotta Warriors, Muslim Quarter and Grand MosqueToday you will take one-hour car ride to The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum that is one of the highlights of the Silk Road. In the afternoon, your will visit Muslim Quarter, particularly the Grand Mosque that is a traditional Chinese mosque.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in XianMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 5 Xian to Lhasa by airTake morning flight to Lhasa from Xian. Welcome to Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your Lhasa hotel. You can take a rest for the rest of today for acclimatization the high altitude 3600 meter in Lhasa.Transport: Private vehicle + flightAccommodation: Overnight in LhasaMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 6 Lhasa city tour for Potala, Jakhang and Barkhor StreetToday you will visit the famous Patala Palace, Jolkhang Temple and Barkhor Streets. Potala Palace was first built in the 7th century by the famous Tibetan king—Songtsen Gampo. The current one was built by the 5th Dalai Lama in the 17th century. The Potala is divided into Red Palace and White Palace. The red palace was for religious use and the white one for political use. It takes whole morning to visit Potala Palace.Then you will have lunch at the local restaurant.Afterwards you will walk to visit Jokhang Monastery that is situated in the old section of Lhasa, which was built in the 7th century AD by king Songtsen Gampo. It is the most sacred place in Tibet as it houses the sculpture of 12-year-old Sakyamuni that was brought by Wencheng Princess in the7th century.Barkhor street is a big free market around Jokhang Monastery where you can purchase all sorts of Tibetan souvenirs. Barkhor Streets is also an essential pilgrim route.Transport: Private vehicle Accommodation: Overnight in LhasaMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 7 Visit Drepung and Sera Monastery, then fly to ChengduToday you will visit Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery and the Norbulingka Park.“Drepung” in Tibetan means "the hill of rice". The white Monastery looks like a big hill of rice which is situated halfway up Mt Ganpoi Uze in the western suburbs of Lhasa. It was founded in 1416 by Jamyang Choje, a Disciple of Trongkhaba, founder of the Yellow Hat sect. The monastery, occupying an area of 250,000 square meters with 7700 lamas in the past, is the largest monastery in Asia. Sera in Tibetan means "Haistone", legend tells that it hailed during the foundation of this famous monastery. It is situated at the foot of Mt. Peibuqie in the northern suburb of Lhasa. Sera monastery was founded in 1419 by Jamchen Choje, another disciple of Tsongkaba. It used to accommodate 5500 lamas in its golden age, and is proud of its glorious history during The Ming Dynasty. Then fly to ChengduTransport: Private vehicle + flightAccommodation: Overnight in LhasaMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 8 Chengdu Visit Chengdu Panda Base in the morning to see the cute panda feeding the bamboo. Then you will explore the well-known Kuai & Zhai Alleys, and Wenshu Temple in Chengdu with local guide to learn the history about here. Taste the yummy hot-pot dinner, which is renowned in the world.Transport: Private vehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ChengduMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 9 Chengdu to Huaihua by train, then drive to FenghuangTake 6-hour bullet train to Huaihua, then take 1 hour car ride to Fenghuang old town. Fenghua is situated in the west of Hunan Province with many minorities living here for generations. It is amazing to view the lights on in the evening along the Tuo River in the old town. Transport: Private vehilce + bullet trainAccommodation: Overnight in FenghuangMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 10 Fenghuang to Zhangjiajie: Huangshizhai, Golden Whip BrookToday you will take a 3-hour car ride to Huangshizhai, where you will take a cable car up to the mountain where you will see the rocks standing one by one. There are many monkeys in Huangshizhai, and keep some distance from them. Golden Whip Brook is in the center of the national park. The path along the 5.7km brook in the valley is a wonderful hiking route to view the mountains, or you can walk a short route to view the highest summit in Zhangjiajie, Jingguang Summit (380m). Later, you will check in the hotelTransport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ZhangjiajieMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 11 Zhangjiajie: Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, 10-Mile-GalleryToday you will take one-hour ride to Zhangjiajie National Park where you will overlook the wonderful views by super elevator. The elevator takes 1.58 secondB to transport tourists from the bottom to the Yuanjiajie top exhibiting unbelievable and fantastic views. Enjoy the heaven and earth pillar unpredictable prototype mountain of the movie AVATAR directed by Jame Cameron on the Summit Sightseeing platform.Afterwards you will move to visit Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve that offers a perfect location to have a panoramic picture. Known as 'the Monarch of the Peak Forest', Tianzi Mountain has four wonders the Sea ofClouds, the Radiance of the Moonlight, the Rays of Sunshine and the Snow in winter.Later you will head to Shilihualang (10-Mile-Gallery) to explore. (One way by electric train; other way on foot for about 30 Minutes.)Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ZhangjiajieMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 12 Zhangjiajie to Shanghai by air after Mt Tianmen visitDrive to Tianmen Mountain, then walk along the road leading to Gateway of Heaven. The glass walkway makes it so distinctive. You will take Tianmen Mountain Cableway to explore Tongtian Avenue (a way to Heaven), Tianmen Cave (Heaven Gateway), Tianmen Temple, Tianmen glass walkway, Ghost-valley plank road, and Yunmeng Fairy Summit. You will take a small cable to the main cable, then take the world's longest cableway, with a length of 7455 meters and elevation of 1518 meters to go down. (The round-way of the main cable and upper way for the small cable are included. If you take round-way small cable car, you will miss some sights.) Afterwards, you will be transferred to Zhangjiajie Airport to catch your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your Shanghai hotel.Transport: Private vehicle + flightAccommodation: Overnight in ShanghaiMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 13 Shanghai City TourCity explore in Shanghai today with a local guide, you will visit the Bund that is riverfront of the Huangpu River, Yuyuan Garden that is an old pretty garden, Xintiandi that is former French Colony, and Jade Buddha Temple etc. Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ShanghaiMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 14 Departure from ShanghaiToday is departure day, you will be transferred to Shanghai Airport to catch your flight back home, where the wonderful tour concludes.Transport: Private VehicleMeals: Breakfast
14 days
easy
From$5999
7
Private Day Tour to Chimelong Safari and Circus Show in Guangzhou
This private day tour will let you explore Chimelong Safari Park and watch the Circus Show in a day. Please note there are Regular Seat and First Class Seat fot the Circus Show, you can select what you prefer.This is a very long day tour, but you can change the pickup time as per your wish, though the pickup time is arranged at 10am from your centrally located Guangzhou hotel.
11 hours
easy
From$599
7
4-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King & Academy of Clan Chen in Guangzhou
This private 4-hour tour will let you explore two historical attractions with our friendly local guide. Hotel pick up and drop off are included for centrally located Guangzhou hotels. You can customize the departure time from 8:30am to 1pm, and bring your passport for the tour.
4 hours
easy
From$143
2
Private Tour: 2-day Xian Trip from Shanghai by Flight
This private 2-day tour offers you an opportunity to take a flight to Xian from Shanghai for the quick visit to Terra Cotta Warriors, old City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Big Wild Goose Pagoda that are must-see site in Xian in two days, to acquire the first hand expression about Chinese history in the fabulous city.
2 days
easy
From$1855
6
Guangzhou Layover Private Tour to Canton Tower and Pearl River Cruise with Meal
This Guangzhou layover tour will let you explore the landmark of Guangzhou, Canton Tower, and take a cruise on the Pearl River with a local guide. Moreover, you will taste the yummy Cantonese food before transferring back to Guangzhou Airport. Time permits, you can enjoy the coffee or tea or beer at a bar.
7 hours
easy
From$430
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Liuxihe National Forest Park Private Day Tour from Guangzhou
Guangzhou is a big city with lots of people, and this day tour will let you escape the crowds and enjoy the pretty national park with a local guide near Guangzhou. Guangzhou centrally located hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
8 hours
easy
From$409
6
Private Day Tour to Huangteng Canyon from Guangzhou
This private day tour will let you explore the Huanglong Canyon where there are trees, waterfalls, and river on the mountains with a local guide. The new glass bridge makes Huangteng Canyon unique, you can walk on it and view the scenery. Centrally located Guangzhou hotel pickup and drop off are included.
7 hours
easy
From$512
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Private Day Tour in Yangshuo: Biking, Li River Boat, and Lunch
There are many fabulous Karst mountains and paddy fields in Yangshuo. This private full day tour in Yangshuo will let you ride the bike to Moon Hill along the Yulong River, and enjoy the amazing landscape on bike, and take a local boat on the Li River in Xingping. Tasty local lunch, bike, boat, entrance fees, private guide and transfer services are all inclusive.ItineraryAt 8:00 am, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby in Yangshuo, then you will ride a bike along the country road towards the Yulong River. You will enjoy the impressive river and karst mountains view on the bike.Shilihualong means the picturesque area along the Yulong River in Yangshuo. Enjoy the nice view by bike along the Karst mountains and river.Then you will enjoy the local Chinese lunch.This afternoon, you will take a car ride to Xingping, where you will take a local boat to view the best section of the Li River, which looks like traditional Chinese painting.Later, you will be transferred back to your Yangshuo hotel where the tour concludes.
9 hours
easy
From$259
9
Guangzhou Day Tour and Night Cruise on the Pearl River
At 9:30am, you will be picked up from your centrally located Guangzhou hotel by a local guide and a nice vehicle, then head to the old town of Guangzhou. Firstly you will view the fantastic Lychee Bay area, where there are parks, pool, pagoda, and old houses etc.Located in the old town of Guangzhou, Yong Qing Fang is a wonderful place to view the traditional life style in Guangzhou. You can also visit the Canton Opera Museum here.Then you will head to the Shamian Island, where you will view the European architectural buildings by the Pearl River.Academy of Clan Chen is a nice museum to display art crafts including stone carving, brick carving, ceramic, and colored tiles.Huacheng Square is center of the city, Guangzhou. You will view the Canton Tower, Canton Library and Canton Museum here.Then you will head to view the Canton Tower, which is new landmark of Guangzhou by the Pearl River. If you want to go the top of the tower, the entrance is on your own.Take a night cruise about 6.30-- 7pm to view the lights beside the river, that is one of the must-do things in Guangzhou.Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel where the nice day tour concludes.Note: Academy of Clan Chen is closed on Tuesdays, we will arrange to visit Museum of Nanyue King Mausoleum instead of if it is Tuesday.
11 hours
easy
From$389
4
5-Night Private Silk Road Trip from Urumqi to Dunhuang including Hotel Accommodations
Day 1: Arriving Urumqi Pick up from Diwopu International Airport or Urumqi Rail Station and transfer you to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring the streets of Urumqi.Accommodation: 5-star hotel, Urumqi Day 2: Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Urumqi (B) Visit Xinjiang Museum where well-preserved Chinese mummies are exhibited(close on Mondays). The spectacular one stands out from the rest named "Beauty of Loulan," who was buried 4,000 years ago near the town of Loulan in Taklimakan Desert. "Beauty of Loulan" was remarkably preserved in an open coffin under hot desert sands of the Taklamakan when she was excavated in 1980. After lunch, head up to Heavenly Lake, located on the north side of the Bodga Shan range of the Tianshan Mountains t. Later, return to Urumqi and stroll through the wonderful Erdaoqiao Bazaar before driving back your hotel.Accommodation: 5-star hotel, UrumqiDay 3: Urumqi - Turpan (B, L) Visit Turpan, the centre of a fertile oasis and an important trade center along the Silk Road that was once adjacent to the kingdoms of Kroran and Yanqi. Visit Emin Minaret, the symbol of Turpan before your authentic local lunch at a Uyghur home under the grape vine in open air. Explore the Ancient City of Gaochang, Bezklik Grottos, Astana Ancient Tombs before returning to your hotel.Accommodation: Accommodation: 4-star hotel, Turpan Day 4. Turpan - Liuyuan (via bullet train) - Dunhuang (B) Explore ruin of ancient Jiaohe city, the capital of Anterior Jushi kingdom during 108 B.C. to 450 A.D. With Karez Irrigation System helps irrigating the oasis, Jiaohe was an important site along the Silk Road trade route leading west adjacent to Korla and Karasahr kingdoms. Catch a bullet train to Liuyuan and be transferred to Dunhuang hotel. Visit the night market nearby the hotel if you like.Accommodation: 5-star hotel, Dunhuang Day 5: Dunhuang (B) Visit the highlight of Silk Road today, Mogao Grottoes (Caves of the Thousand Buddhas), where you will be impressed by the fresco and statues in the caves. These caves are examples of rock-cut architecture of soft gravel conglomerate not suitable for either sculpture or elaborate architectural details. Enjoy a fun hike on the sand dunes to visit the Crescent Spring.You can visit Dunhuang Museum showing the history of Dunhuang(close on Mondays).Accommodation: 5-star hotel, DunhuangDay 6: Departing Dunhuang (B) Free explore before heading to Dunhuang Airport where this 6 days trip concludes.
6 days and 1 hour
easy
From$3429
4.83
Private Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi including Bezklik Grottoes and Karez System
At 8:30am, your guide will pick you up in the lobby of your centrally located hotel in Urumqi. Then, you will take a 3-hour ride in a private vehicle from Urumqi to Turpan. On the way, you will see windmill farms, saltwater lakes, and valley of Tianshan. After arriving in Turpan, visit Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, which is an abandoned site keeping the ruin of fresco and statues from 15th century.Afterwards, you will go to ancient city ruin of Gaochang which was one of the most renowned kingdom along the Silk Road in the history. You can wander around to visit temples, stupas, city walls...etc among the ruin.Lunch will be provided in the local restaurant. Next, you will go to Emin Minaret that was built in 1777AD with a typical Uyghur architectural style.Later, before you head back to Urumqi, you will learn why Turpan could sustain itself in long history by visiting the Karez Irrigation System. After the irrigation system visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Urumqi where this wonderful day trip concludes.
12 hours
easy
From$489
4
Private Day Trip to Jade Gate Pass, Great Wall Ruin, and Ghost City from Dunhuang
At 8am, you guide will meet you at your hotel lobby. Then, you will take a 1.5-hour ride to Jade Gate Pass, also known as Yumenguan in Chinese. Yang Pass and Jade Gate Pass were two important passes near Dunhuang in ancient time. You can still see the ruin of these big passes that are situated near an oasis in the middle of Gobi Desert.Afterwards, you will head to Han Dynasty Great Wall Ruin that was built in Han Dynasty about 2,000 years ago. It is very impressive to see the wonder extending from inland China all the way here, and then to Lop Nur. Later, you will continue driving for 1.5 hours to the Ghost City that is Yardan Geological National Park nearby Lop Nur, and it is the key route of the ancient Silk Road from Dunhuang to Lop Nur. There are many different clay formation created by the wind. You will hear the horrified sounds from the clay on a windy day as if whispers of ghosts, hence the name. Lunch is included and served at a local restaurant. At the end, you will be transferred back to you hotel where the busy but wonderful day concludes.
8 hours
easy
From$399
4
Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou
At 6.00 pm, your friendly guide and drive will pick up you at your downtown Guangzhou Hotel lobby. Then you will be transferred to famed Diandoude Dim Sum Restaurant for a very traditional dim sum in Canton style. Try out the tasty shrimp dumplings, shaomai dumplings, walnuts bun, steamed ribs and many other yummy dim sum items. Afterwards you will be transferred to the dock on the Pearl River to hop on the night cruise. Cruising on the Pearl River is listed as one of must-do things in Guangzhou. You will be able to see the amazing city night view along the river on the cruise. After your tour is finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel or somewhere that you prefer to be dropped off in the city.
4 hours
easy
From$349
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Private Day Tour to Suzhou from Shanghai by Car/Van
At 8.00 am, our driver will pick up you at the hotel lobby of the centrally located Shanghai hotels (exclude Shanghai Pudong airport area), then drive 2 hours to Suzhou where your guide will meet you. Suzhou was the capital of Wu culture 800 years ago and is one of China's leading historic cities. The city was developed around the Grand Canal that forged much of China's traditional north-south commerce. Suzhou is built around a series of canals inspiring Chinese to consider it the "Venice of the East". Now a modern thriving city, Suzhou maintains a traditional core surrounded by a moat and is world famous as a UNESCO world heritage site for their traditional Chinese gardens. You will first visit one of China's most exquisite gardens, The Humble Administrator's Garden. This Cultural Heritage site includes both a residential quarter and a delicately landscaped garden. You will learn the beauty of this well-known Suzhou garden while wandering around the pavilions, bridges, houses, etc. After lunch at a local restaurant, you next visit Shantang Street, a good example of the water town in Southern China with well-preserved traditional architecture. You can wander around the old street to view the Opera Stage, Boat Museum etc. Then you will take a boat on the Grand Canal for about 40 minutes to view the scenery. After the boat ride, you will then travel to the Suzhou Silk Museum. This museum exhibits the history of Chinese silk from ancient time to modern time. It features demonstrations, samples of patterns, and explanations of how silk was important to both Chinese culture and trade. After the museum, that will wrap up your day in Suzhou. Your driver will drive you back to your Shanghai hotel where the trip concludes.
10 hours
very_easy
From$399
3.78
Foodies Tour In The Old Town of Guangzhou
At 9:00 or 12:00 or 17:30, meet your guide Meet outside, Exit A, Zhongshanba Station on Metro Line 5 in Guangzhou. Centrally located Guangzhou hotel pickup is an optional choice for booking. Then you will walk to the Food Street where you will see the traditional Cantonese noodles, beef, Dim Sum, Barbecued pork, and Mati Cake etc… Afterwards you will explore a local market where there are different shops selling fruits, seafood, vegetables, cakes, tools, buns, and dumplings etc. You will taste 4 to 5 different local food with your local guide. Afterwards your guide will help you get a taxi or metro back to your hotel where the tour concludes.
3 hours
easy
From$119
1
Guangzhou Half Day Private Tour with Din Tai Fung Meal
There are morning and afternoon departure for the tour, and you can choose either 8:30am or 2 pm departure. You will be picked up from your centrally located Guangzhou hotel lobby, then start the city tour with a local guide. The attractions are Academy of Clan Chen, Six Banyan Temple, Shamian Island, Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall, Lychee Bay, and Flower City Square. You will also view the stunning Canton Tower before your lunch (morning departure) or dinner (afternoon departure). Din Tai Fung is a renown Taiwanese dumpling restaurant, where you will taste the steamed dumplings and yummy vegetables. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel where the tour concludes.
5 hours
easy
From$329
3
8-Day Silk Road Tour from Kashgar to Dunhuang, Zhangye etc.
8-Day Silk Road From Kashgar to JiayuguanThis wonderful tour will let you explore all must-see sites on the ancient China Silk Road from Kashgar to Jiayuguan in 7 days.ItineraryDay 1. Arrival UrumqiArrive in Urumqi, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Accommodation: Urumqi Sheraton Hotel or SimilarMeals: NoneDay 2. Urumqi/Tianchi/Kashgar Car & FlightDrive one hour to Tianchi, Heavenly Lake in English, to visit the stunning mountain lake in the Mt Tianshan. Then you will be transferred to Urumqi airport to catch flight to Kashgar. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel.Accommodation: Kashgar Tianyuan International 5-star Hotel or SimilarMeals: Breakfast, lunch Day 3. Kashgar/Urumqi Car & FlightDay tour to visit Animal Bazaar (only on Sundays), Id Ghar Mosque, Apa Hoja Mausoleum, old town.Catch evening flight to Urumqi. Accommodation: Urumqi Sheraton Hotel or SimilarMeals: Breakfast, lunch Day 4. Urumqi/Turpan CarDrive to Turpan, visit the ancient City of Gaochang, Bezklik Grottoes, Eming Minaret and Karez Irrigation System. Lunch is at local Uyghur's house. Accommodation: Turpan Huozhou Hotel or SimilarMeals: Breakfast, lunch Day 5. Turpan/Dunhuang Fast train & CarTake a morning fast train for 4 hours from Turpan to Liuyuan where you will take 1.5-hour ride to Dunhuang. Visit the Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring in the afternoon.Accommodation: Dunhuang Silk Road Hotel or SimilarMeals: Breakfast, lunch Day 6. Dunhuang/Jiayuguan CarVisit the highlight of the Silk Road, Mogao Grottoes. Then you will be transferred 5 hours to Jiayuguan by car.Accommodation: Jiayuguan Youth International Hotel or SimilarMeals: Breakfast, lunch Day 7. Departing from Jiayuguan Today you will visit Jiayuguan Fortress in the morning to learn the splendid history on the Silk Road in the past. Then you will take 3 hours to Zhangye Rainbow Danxia where you will view the fantastic and colorful Danxia Mountains.Afterwards you will be transferred to hotel in Zhangye.Accommodation: Zhangye Wangshan international Hotel or SimilarMeals: Breakfast, lunchDay 8. Departing from Zhangye, tour ends.Today you will be transferred to Jiayuguan airport to catch your flight back to your destination.Meals: Breakfast
8 days
very_easy
From$2399
10
Guangzhou Night Tour
At 3.30 pm, your guide will meet you in the lobby of the central-located hotels, and start the night tour in Guangzhou. Firstly you will go to Lychee Bay where you will view the old Xiguan old buildings with traditional Canton Style, arch bridge, stage etc. Afterwards you will go to Beijing Road to wander around the shopping street, which is always busy from day to night. You can purchase all sorts of clothing or souvenirs here.Enjoy the yummy Cantonese Dim Sum at local restaurant. Then you will take a cruise on the Pearl River for about one hour to enjoy the fantastic river view and the lights on both sides of the Pearl River. Particularly on the cruise you will view the Canton Tower that is the third highest TV tower in the world, and it is the best time to take photos in the evening when all lights are on. Afterwards you will be transferred back to your hotel where the trip concludes.
6 hours
easy
From$379
4
Private Tour: Day Trip to Yangshuo from Guangzhou by Round-way Bullet Train
At 7am, you will be picked up from the lobby of the centrally located Guangzhou hotel, and move to Guanzhou South Railway Station to catch 2.5-hour bullet train to Yangshuo. Yangshuo is well-known small town for its picturesque mountains and rivers. Under the jurisdiction of Guilin city, Yangshuo is 60km from Guilin and endowed the best view of Guilin. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to take a boat on the Li River to enjoy the incredible Karst Mountains and water view on the boat. Afterwards you will visit theMoon Hill and Yu Long River that are the impressive part for its spectacular scenery. After lunch at a local restaurant, you can wander around the West Street for shopping. Later, you will be transferred to catch bullet train back to Guangzhou. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your Guangzhou hotel where the trip concludes.
15 hours
easy
From$619
6
Southern China Explore to HK 12D: Shanghai to Zhangjiajie, Yangshuo and Hong Kong
This 12-day journey takes you from Shanghai to Hong Kong, uncovering the wild beauty and rich culture of southern China. Traveling with a local guide, you will first explore futuristic Shanghai, then venture into the mountains of Zhangjiajie, home to the Avatar peaks. Next, discover the less-visited but breathtaking Mount Fanjing, a UNESCO site with a dramatic cloud-shrouded summit. Along the way, you will stroll through two ancient towns—Furong and Fenghuang—both famous for their stilt houses and riverside charm. Continue south to hike the stunning Longji Rice Terraces, then take local boat through the karst landscapes of Yangshuo. The tour ends in vibrant Hong Kong, where neon lights meet tranquil temples. Throughout this 12-day adventure, you will not only view incredible landscapes but also meet friendly locals and taste delicious regional cuisine.Day 1. Shanghai ArrivalHighlights: Welcome to Shanghai, the most metropolis of China! Upon arrival, you'll be met by our representative and escorted to your hotel. The rest of today is at your leisure.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ShanghaiDay 2. Shanghai City TourCity explore in Shanghai today with a local guide, you will visit the Bund that is riverfront of the Huangpu River, Yuyuan Garden that is an old pretty garden, Xintiandi that is former French Colony, and Jade Buddha Temple etc.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ShanghaiMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 3. Shanhai to Zhangjiajie by airToday you will fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie. The flight information will be sent to you before the tour. If it is early flight, you will head to visit Tianmen Mount today instead of the visit on the following day.Transport: Private Vehicle + FlightAccommodation: Overnight in ZhangjiajieMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 4. Zhangjiajie: Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, 10-Mile-GalleryToday you will take one-hour ride to Zhangjiajie National Park where you will overlook the wonderful views by super elevator. The elevator takes 1.58 second to transport tourists from the bottom to the Yuanjiajie top exhibiting unbelievable and fantastic views. Enjoy the heaven and earth pillar unpredictable prototype mountain of the movie AVATAR directed by Jame Cameron on the Summit Sightseeing platform. Afterwards you will move to visit Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve that offers a perfect location to have a panoramic picture. Known as 'the Monarch of the Peak Forest', Tianzi Mountain has four wonders the Sea of Clouds, the Radiance of the Moonlight, the Rays of Sunshine and the Snow in winter. Later you will head to Shilihualang (10-Mile-Gallery) to explore. (One way by electric train; other way on foot for about 30 Minutes.)Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in ZhangjiajieMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 5 Zhangjiajie to Furong Town by vehicleTake a car from Zhangjiajie to Furong Town (approx. 83 km, 2 hours by road). Furong Town, also known as the "Thousand-Year-Old Town Hanging on a Waterfall," has over 2,000 years of history and is home to the Tujia and Miao ethnic minorities. The waterfall view is especially stunning in the evening when it is beautifully lit up. Overnight in Furong Town.Transport: Private vehicleAccommodation: Overnight in Furong TownMeals: Breakfast, Lunch Day 6 Furong Town to Fenghuang Ancient Town by vehicleTake a car or train from Furong Town to Fenghuang Ancient Town (approx. 140 km, 2-2.5 hours). Built along the Tuojiang River, Fenghuang is a 2,000-year-old town famous for its well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture. It is also home to the Miao and Tujia ethnic minorities. Transport: Private vehicleAccommodation: Overnight in FenghuangMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 7 Fenghuang - Mount Fanjing - Fenghuang by vehicleToday you will take 2-hour car ride to Mt Fanjing that was inscribed on the heritage list by UNESCO in 2018, you will take a cable car up and continue walking to visit. The well-known attractions include Golden Summit with red clouds, Yuejing Mountain, Sleeping Buddha, Mushroom Stone, Jiulong Pond, Layers of Mountains, Phoenix Mountain, etc.Afterwards you will be transferred back to Fenghuang hotel. Transport: Private vehicleAccommodation: Overnight in FenghuangMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 8 Fenghuang to Longji Rice Terraces by vehicleToday you will take 4-hour car ride to Longji in Guilin, which is a wonderful place to view the rice terraces. You will stay overnight in the local inn in Dazhai or PiangAn Village, where the fabulous rice paddies are impressive.Transport: Private vehicleAccommodation: Overnight in LongjiMeals: Breakfast, Lunch''Day 9. Longji to Yangshuo by car, Li River boatToday you will take 3-hour ride from Longji to Yangshuo, a nice Karst mountain circled town. Enjoy the boat tour this afternoon along the pretty Li River that is well-known for its picturesqwe scenery.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in YangshuoMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 10. YangshuoIt is a nice experience to ride bike to the countryside of Yangshuo, view the picturesque Yulong River. Then you will climb up the Xiong Gong Mount that is a nice spot to have a bird view of Li River. Afterwards, you will move to a tea plantation where you can learn how to make tea leaves.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in YangshuoMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 11. Yangshuo drive to Guilin, bullet train to Hong KongTake 2-hour car ride to Guilin railway station to catch a bullet train to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, you will take taxi to hotel. Wander around Victoria Harbour this evening, which is renown for its pretty lights. Later, you will get back to hotel.Transport: Private Vehicle + Bullet Train + Taxi/MetroAccommodation: Overnight in Hong KongMeals: BreakfastDay 12. Departing from Hong KongToday is departure day, you can depart anytime to airport at your own cost. Note: Hotel check out time is at noon.Transport: NoneMeal: Breakfast
12 days
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Private Day Tour to Kashgar from Urumqi by Round-way Flight
Today you will be picked up by our driver from your centrally located Urumqi hotel, and transferred to Urumqi airport to take 1.5-hour flight to Kashgar. Upon arrival, you will be met by local guide and take a private car to the first stop, Apa Hoja Mausoleum, which was built in 1640 by a local Imam for his father, and later it became a family graveyard to bury 72 people for 5 generations. The mausoleum is impressive for its elegant Uyghur architectural style including the blue tiles, the dome and the minaret. Next, you will visit Kashgar old town to explore the interesting area where there are old houses for shops, workshops, restaurants, bakery, and tea houses etc. It displays the long history and vivid lifestyle in Kashgar from ancient Silk Road period to today. Handicraft Street is a must-see section in the old town, where the huge music instruments and bronze vessels are very impressive. You might taste some local snacks here, such as Nang Bread, grilled eggs, dried fruits etc. before visiting the old Id Ghar Mosque, the biggest mosque in Xinjiang. Enter the mosque at non-praying time to appreciate its architecture and decor, please wear long pants and cover the shoulders for ladies while visiting this mosque. Lunch is arranged at a local Uyghur's house for you to taste the authentic and traditional Uyghur food including nang bread, hand-stretched noodles, and pilau...etc. In the afternoon, you will wander around the Grand Bazaar in Kashgar, which is well known in Central Asia for its colorful and lively market. As a Uyghur saying goes that you can buy everything except for your parents. There are more people in the afternoon, because the farmers will drive to here from different area in the morning and buy things in the afternoon at the market. Actually the bazaar opens every day, and more people on Sunday. The animal bazaar is relocated near Kashgar Airport and opens only on Sundays. If it is Sunday, you will also visit the Animal Bazaar as well. When your tour is finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
16 hours
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Private Day Tour to Chimelong Safari Park in Guangzhou
At 9am, you will be picked up from your centrally located Guangzhou hotel by our guide, then take a private vehicle to the large Chimelong Safari Park. Firstly you will take the sightseeing cart to the driving area where there are different animals wandering around. Then you will take cable car to have a bird view of the safari park. Afterwards you will walk in the safari park to view all sorts of birds, koalas, pandas, giraffes, tigers, and lions etc. Kindly note you can not bring your own dink and food to the park as per the park regulation. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel or somewhere you wish to drop off where the tour concludes.
8 hours
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From$379
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Private Day Tour to Bingling Temple Caves from Lanzhou
At 8am, you will be picked up from your centrally located Lanzhou hotel, then take 2-hour car ride to Linxia where you will take a speed boat to go across Liujiaxia Reservoir on the Yellow River to visit Bingling Temple Grottoes that was constructed from the 3rd century with amazing statues and frescos. Meanwhile the Grottoes are located beside imposing Stone Forest of the Yellow River. You will stay here about 2 hours, then take speed boat back to your vehicle. Time permitting, you can visit the nice garden in Linxia, which is renown for its brick carving with detailed skill to make the flowers, birds, and houses etc. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to Lanzhou where the tour concludes.
8 hours
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From$439
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Shanghai Private Day Tour: Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, River Cruise, and More
Shanghai is an amazing city with many things to do. This private day tour will let you explore the city with a local guide including the Bund, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, Xintiandi, Jade Buddha Temple, and Huangpu River Cruise etc. The guide will pick you up from your centrally located Shanghai hotel at 9:30am, then start the city tour. After the river curise, you will be transferred back to your Shanghai hotel where the tour concludes. Please bring your passport for the tour. At 9:30, our guide will pick you up from your centrally located Shanghai hotel, then start this day tour in Shanghai. You will visit the well-known Bund which is situated beside the Huangpu River with many old buildings. It is a nice experience to walk beside the river to view the modern and old constructions here. Nanjing East Road is near the bund, where you will view the shopping malls, the local food restaurants, hotels, and square etc. Yu Garden used be a family garden, and is well-preserved with its impressive Chinese houses, garden, and layout. It is also nice to wander around in the bazaar outside the Yu Garden. Xintiandi used to be the French Concession over 100 years ago. Today there are many bars, restaurants, museums, and galleries in these European buildings. You will visit here with your local guide to learn the history about it. You will visit the renown temple, Jade Buddha Temple. A Buddha Statue was made of a full piece of the Jade that was from Burma in 1882. It is nice to wander in the temple, and view the Jade Buddha Statue. Taking a cruise on the Huangpu River to view the lights, is one of the must-do things in Shanghai. You will enjoy the Bund lights on the cruise this later afternoon. Later you will be transferred back to your Shanghai hotel where the wonderful day tour concludes.
9 hours
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From$369
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Private Day Tour to Yangshuo from Guilin: Yulong River, Li River Boat and More
At 8:00 am, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby in Guilin, then you will take one-hour car ride to Yangshuo. Firstly you will visit the picturesque Yulong River. Then you will enjoy the walking along the impressive river and karst mountains.Moon Hill is a wonderful place to have a bird view of this area, it is definitely worth climbing up the thousand steps.Then you will enjoy the local Chinese lunch at the local restaurant.This afternoon, you will take a car ride to Xingping, where you will take a local boat to view the best section of the Li River, which looks like traditional Chinese painting.Enjoy the shopping time at the West Street, where there are different shops, restaurants, bars, and snack shops etc.Later, you will be transferred back to your Guilin hotel where the tour concludes.
10 hours
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From$369
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Private Overnight Tour to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La from Lijiang
Day 1 Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La by carAt 8 am, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby in Lijiang. Then, you will take 2-hour car ride to Tiger Leaping Gorge. On the way, have a view of the First Bend of Yangtze River from afar and drive to Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge and stop for 5 minutes for photograph.Then go on driving to Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge for hiking (about 3 hours). Hike from a place named “14km” to Tina’s Guesthouse.In the afternoon at 3:30 pm, drive to Shangri-la. Upon arrival, stroll around Dukezong Ancient Town and walk up to the top of Guishan Hill to see the Grand Prayer Wheel and have a panoramic view of Shangri-La city. This is a nice old town to view the Tibetan culture and life.Later, you will be transferred to the hotel in Shangri-La.Transport: Private VehicleAccommodation: Overnight in Shangri-LaMeal: Lunch Day 2 Shangri-La to Lijiang by CarPick you up at the hotel. Then drive to visit Songzanlin Monastery and then pay a visit to a local Tibetan village-- Xiaojiezi Village and family around the monastery. In the afternoon, transfer to visit Napahai Lake.In the late afternoon, drive 4 hours back to Lijiang where the tour concludes.Transport: Private VehicleMeals: Breakfast, Lunch
2 days
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From$949
