Mist-filled Zhangjiajie sandstone peaks above a traditional Chinese water town

14-day guided China journey

Natural Wonders
& Water Towns

Walk among Zhangjiajie's sandstone peaks, stay beside Wuzhen's canals and wake above the clouds on Mount Huangshan.

14 daysGuided itinerary
USD 2,317Starting price per person
7 stopsConnected across China
4-starHotel standard

The route

A complete arc across China.

Domestic travel is woven into the program, with local teams meeting you as the journey changes region.

  1. Chengdu
  2. Zhangjiajie
  3. Shanghai
  4. Wuzhen
  5. Hangzhou
  6. Huangshan
  7. Beijing
  8. Chengdu
Mist-filled Zhangjiajie sandstone peaks above a traditional Chinese water town

Zhangjiajie heights

Ride mountain cableways, cross glass walkways and descend by the Bailong Elevator.

Wuzhen after dark

Stay overnight as lanterns reflect across canals and historic stone bridges.

Huangshan sunrise

Spend a night on the mountain and watch granite peaks rise above a sea of clouds.

Classic city contrasts

Connect Shanghai's waterfront, imperial Beijing and Chengdu's relaxed tea culture.

Day by day

The journey at a glance.

Open any day for the essential plan. Meal details and final timings follow the confirmed travel documents.

Day 01 Arrive in Chengdu

Airport welcome, then Renmin Park, Wenshu Monastery and Taikoo Li.

Day 02 Chengdu to Zhangjiajie

Travel by high-speed train and ascend Tianmen Mountain, including the Glass Skywalk.

Day 03 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Explore Yuanjiajie, misty sandstone pillars and the Bailong Elevator.

Day 04 Zhangjiajie to Shanghai

Cross the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, then fly to Shanghai.

Day 05 Shanghai

Visit Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, Xintiandi, Nanjing Road and the Bund.

Day 06 Shanghai to Wuzhen

Leave the metropolis for canals, stone bridges and an overnight water-town stay.

Day 07 Wuzhen to Hangzhou

Cruise West Lake and visit Meijiawu Tea Culture Village.

Day 08 Hangzhou to Huangshan

See Lingyin Temple and Chengkan Village, then ride the cable car to your mountain hotel.

Day 09 Mount Huangshan

Seek the sunrise, walk among ancient pines and descend to Tunxi Old Street.

Day 10 Huangshan to Beijing

Visit UNESCO-listed Hongcun, then take the high-speed train to Beijing.

Day 11 Imperial Beijing

Explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Wangfujing.

Day 12 Beijing to Chengdu

Visit Mutianyu Great Wall, then fly back to Chengdu.

Day 13 Chengdu

Meet giant pandas, stroll Kuanzhai Alley and share a farewell dinner.

Day 14 Depart Chengdu

Transfer to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport for your onward flight.

What is included

Accommodation

Four-star hotels listed in the program or a confirmed equivalent.

Guiding

Services of local English-speaking tour guides throughout the journey.

Transport

Flights: Zhangjiajie to Shanghai, Beijing to Chengdu. High-speed rail across three intercity sectors.

Meals and sightseeing

Meals, programs and admission fees specified in the final itinerary.

Optional experiences: Sichuan Opera, Peking Duck dinner, Huangpu River cruise. Availability and prices are confirmed separately.

Questions before you go.

Are international flights included?

No. The advertised price covers the listed domestic arrangements. Your international arrival and departure flights are booked separately.

Is the departure guaranteed?

Departure dates, minimum group size and inventory must be confirmed before payment. Ask on WhatsApp for the latest availability.

Can dietary needs be accommodated?

Tell us your requirements before booking. The local team will confirm what can be arranged for the selected route.

What travel documents do I need?

Passport, visa and permit requirements depend on nationality and itinerary. We will confirm the route documents, but travelers remain responsible for entry eligibility.

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