China – Eternal and Vibrant
An immersive 12-day journey through China, featuring imperial palaces, legendary landscapes, and urban lights, to discover the soul of the country.
Spirit of the journey
In 12 days and 11 nights, this tour immerses you in the history and culture of China, connecting the imperial jewels of Beijing to the urban energy of Shanghai. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and an immersion in local life.
A Cultural and Historical JourneyThis journey in China immerses you in history, from Beijing to Shanghai, while allowing you to explore majestic landscapes. On the agenda: visits to iconic sites, culinary discoveries, and encounters with local traditions.An Immersive and Authentic TourFrom the Great Wall to the Terracotta Army, each day brings a new adventure. You traverse the country by high-speed train, taste regional specialties, and expérience enriching cultural encounters. This tour is designed for those who wish to combine discovery and cultural immersion.For Lovers of Culture and GastronomyTravelers will enjoy traditional meals, cooking demonstrations, and the opportunity to meet local artisans while admiring breathtaking scenery.
Itinerary
Highlights
- Two faces of China: Imperial Beijing and Cosmopolitan Shanghai
- Visits to the Great Wall and the Forbidden City
- Exploration of the Terracotta Army and the Temple of Heaven
- Cruise on the Li River, amid karst mountains
- Tasting of local cuisine: Peking duck, handmade noodles
- Unforgettable evenings with cultural shows in Beijing and Shanghai
- Immersion in the Hutongs and the Muslim quarter of Xi'an
Well-located hotels, careful visual selection and a pace designed for discerning travellers.
Local guides and on-the-ground assistance for the key stages of the programme.
A balance between iconic sites, local addresses and more intimate moments.
Day by day
Jour 1 Arrival in Beijing Open
Upon arrival, your French-speaking guide welcomes you and takes you to your hotel to prepare for exploration. Free stroll in the surroundings to grasp the contrast between modernity and tradition. Overnight in Beijing.
Jour 2 Beijing Open
Visit of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Traditional lunch in a restaurant and visit to the Temple of Heaven in the afternoon. Overnight in Beijing.
Jour 3 Beijing: Following the Great Wall Open
Excursion to the Great Wall of Mutianyu. Lunch in a local inn, return to Beijing with a stop at a traditional tea house. Peking Opera show in the evening. Overnight in Beijing.
Jour 4 Beijing: Spirituality and Elegance Open
Visit to the Lama Temple, lunch in an imperial restaurant, followed by an exploration of the Summer Palace. Cyclo-pousse ride in the Hutongs. Overnight in Beijing.
Jour 5 Beijing → Xi'an Open
Transfer to the train station to take the high-speed train to Xi'an. Discover the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and the Xi'an Museum. Overnight in Xi'an.
Jour 6 Xi'an: The Eternal Warriors Open
Visit of the Terracotta Army, followed by a calligraphy class. Traditional dinner with a Tang dance show. Overnight in Xi'an.
Jour 7 Xi'an → Guilin Open
Bike ride on the Ancient City Walls of Xi'an, then transfer to the airport for a flight to Guilin. Check-in at the hotel and free evening. Overnight in Guilin.
Jour 8 Guilin & Longsheng Open
Visit a traditional village in Longsheng and hike in the rice terraces. Local lunch prepared by the residents. Return and free evening in Guilin. Overnight in Guilin.
Jour 9 Guilin → Yangshuo Open
Cruise on the Li River, then arrival in Yangshuo. Stroll in West Street and bike ride in the surrounding fields. Overnight in Yangshuo.
Jour 10 Yangshuo → Guilin → Shanghai Open
Visit the Elephant Trunk Hill Park before transfer to the airport for Shanghai. Evening visit to the Bund. Overnight in Shanghai.
Jour 11 Shanghai, Tongli & Suzhou Open
Visit Tongli and discover the Tuisi Garden, then drive to Suzhou to visit the Master of the Nets Garden. Return to Shanghai. Overnight in Shanghai.
Jour 12 Shanghai: Final Looks Open
Stroll in Fuxing Park, free time for shopping and visiting the Shanghai Museum. Transfer to the airport for the return flight.
Included
- 3*/4* accommodations or similar in double/twin rooms with breakfast
- Airport, train station, hotel transfers
- Transportation mentioned in a private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Local French-speaking guides
- Visits as mentioned in the program
- Entry fees to sites
- Second class high-speed train ticket Beijing → Xi'an
- Economy class flight ticket Xi'an → Guilin and Guilin → Shanghai including 1 PC
- Full board from dinner on Day 01 to dinner on Day 12 for groups of 10-40 pax
- Local taxes and service charges in hotels
Not included
- International flights and air taxes
- Supplement for single room
- Tips for the national guide, local guides, and drivers
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages or items not on the menu
- Optional activities not included