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11 Days from
11 Days from
CAD 7,795
Incl. taxes Excl. flights
Walking & Trekking
Ways to Travel :
Private Guided
Activity :
Walking & Trekking
Activity Level :
3 out of 7 - Moderate You are moderately fit and possess a spirit of adventure. Some previous experience is required for most activity based trips.
Group Size :
2
Ages :
16+
Trip Code :
W10CH
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This truly is an experience of a lifetime as you journey across this fascinating country to witness the real Charms of China, with the added benefit of your own private guide.

Your adventure begins in the city that never sleeps, Beijing. With a guided visit to the Forbidden City, you'll soon become immersed in the remarkable history of this former Chinese Imperial Palace. You'll have the opportunity to add guided tours of Tiananmen Square & the Temple of Heaven, along with a traditional Peking Duck Banquet, and incredible Kung Fu or Opera night time shows. Experience for yourself one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Wall of China. You'll walk along wild and restored sections as you encounter countless fortifications dominating the skyline; this really is a spectacle to behold.

As you leave Beijing & The Great Wall of China behind, you'll take a high speed train to Xi'an, an ancient imperial capital and eastern departure point of the Silk Road. Xi'an is where you'll feast your eyes on one of the most important archaeological finds of the 20th century - the Terracotta Warriors. Showcasing terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the Museum Halls & Pits are an extraordinary sight. You'll also have time to explore the Ancient City Walls of Xi'an, built under the rule of the Hongwu Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang as a military defence system; these walls are particularly beautiful to cycle on as the sun is setting behind you. Your time in Xi'an ends with a trip to the bustling Muslim Quarters to sample their famously exotic street food.

After your first few days near to the cities, the third portion of your trip takes you to the sub-tropical region of Guilin in Southern China. Famous for its dramatic landscapes of limestone karst hills, Guilin sits on the banks of the Li River offering a true natural paradise. Here, you'll traverse the lush rice terraces known locally as the 'Dragon's Backbone', passing through remote villages and walking alongside the tranquil Li River. This region invites you to enjoy a slower pace where the 'old style' way of life is still thriving - quite a stark contrast to city life. You'll fly back to Beijing for your last night before departing for home, we're confident with fond memories of the true Charms of China.

Highlights

  • Delve into the ancient city of Beijing, exploring the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & historic hutongs
  • Journey along the famous Great Wall of China, along wild and restored sections, as you witness one of the Seven Wonders of the World
  • Admire the mighty Terracotta Warriors and Ancient City Walls of Xi'an, sampling local cuisine in the Muslim Quarters
  • Walk along Guilin's vast rice terraces known as the 'Dragon's Backbone', alongside bamboo forests and the iconic Li River
  • Your own private English speaking guide and driver throughout the trip - benefit from insider knowledge and a personalised experience

What's Included

  • 10 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of 4* hotels and a local farmer house
  • All breakfasts & seven lunches
  • Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
  • Services of an experienced walking guide
  • Luggage transfers between hotels 
  • Train from Beijing to Xi'an & car transfers as per itinerary
  • Domestic flights from Xi'an to Guilin & from Guilin to Beijing
  • Reduction in price per person for 3 or 4 travellers

What's Not Included

  • Dinners
  • Travel insurance
  • Solo travellers (not accepted on this trip - minimum 2 people)
  • Visas or vaccinations
  • Private guided tour of Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven (optional extra)
  • Beijing Peking Duck Banquet (optional extra)
  • Li River Impression Liusanjie Open-Air Live Show (optional extra)

5 Days of Walking & Trekking

Day 2

8 km / 5 miles

Day 3

10 km / 6.2 miles

Day 7

12 km / 7.5 miles

Day 8

15 km / 9.3 miles

Day 9

11 km / 6.8 miles

Responsible Travel

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Every time we travel, we are part of a global movement that creates jobs, builds more sustainable societies, encourages cultural understanding and safeguards common natural and cultural heritage. To learn more about what Responsible Travel means to Exodus click here…