Day 1
Destination: Entrance City to Beijing
Travel: Flight No. TBA (Your arrangements)
Accommodation: in Beijing
Services & Highlights: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Beijing)
Day 2
Destination: Beijing
Accommodation: in Beijing
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Destination: Beijing
Accommodation: in Beijing
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
Destination: Beijing
Accommodation: in Beijing
Services & Highlights: Cloisonné Factory, Mutianyu Great Wall (with round way cable car), Beijing Opera
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Xing Shuang Quan Restaurant (Lunch)
--Cloisonné Factory: Cloisonné is an intricate and detailed process, dating back over 700 years, to produce fine enamel on a copper base. You can watch the workers at all stages of the process to see how these beautiful objects are produced. There’s a showroom attached for those who would like a souvenir of the visit, big or small, and all objects are guaranteed.
--Xing Shuang Quan Restaurant: Xinshuangqun Restaurant is located in Mutianyu Village near the Mutianyu Great Wall. Xinshuangqun’s can accommodate about more than 300 people and specializes fresh fish. Its specialties include the Huairou specialty rainbow trout, sturgeon, salmon and other many other varieties. These appetizing foods will leave you good memories and you will enjoy the enchanting scenery in the green garden while dine.
--Beijing Opera: Beijing opera, more commonly known as Peking opera to westerners, is deemed the national opera of China. The accompanying music, singing and costumes are all fascinating and artistic. Full of Chinese cultural facts, the opera presents to the audience an encyclopedia of Chinese culture as well as unfolding stories, beautiful paintings, exquisite costumes, graceful gestures and acrobatic fighting.You don't need to dress up for the Opera, casual or smart casual would be fine.
--Mutianyu Great Wall (with round way cable car): This less-crowded section of the Great Wall is a pleasant drive 90km NE of Beijing. A cable car takes you to a good section (avoiding a very steep climb), where you can walk along the wall, through the watch towers and enjoy superb views as it snakes across the hills and mountains. Walk along the wall on your own interest and return by cable car. Wear good walking shoes and protection from the weather.
Day 5
Destination: Beijing to Overnight train
Travel: Train No. K605/K608 (Beijing West Railway Station - Datong Railway Station) Dep 11:36PM - Arr 6:21AM (Soft sleeper)
Accommodation: Stay on train
Services & Highlights: Hotel to Train station Transfer (Beijing)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
Destination: Overnight train to Datong
Accommodation: in Datong
Services & Highlights: Train station to Hotel Transfer (Datong), Hanging Temple (or the Temple in Midair), The Yungang Grottoes, Shanhua Monastery, Datong Nine-Dragon Screen Wall
Meals: Breakfast, Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
--Hanging Temple (or the Temple in Midair): The Hanging Monastery was magically built into a near vertical rock face, the whole structure being supported by nothing more than a few wooden beams.
--The Yungang Grottoes: 16 kilometers west of Datong City.Yungang Grottoes are the most famous historic site in Datong.
--Shanhua Monastery : located in central Datong within the old city walls. It was first constructed during the Tang dynasty (618-907AD) though most of the present wooden building dates back to the 12th century. The temple houses some intricately carved Jin dynasty (265-420AD) statues and has a screen wall decorated with dragons.
--Datong Nine-Dragon Screen Wall: In the east of Datong City. It is one of the four famous nine-dragon screen walls in China.
Day 7
Destination: Datong to Taiyuan to Pingyao
Travel: Express Bus, connect
Accommodation: in Pingyao
Services & Highlights: Hotel to bus station Transfer (Datong), Express bus station to Hotel Transfer (Pingyao)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8
Destination: Pingyao
Accommodation: Dejuyuan Inn *** (Standard Room)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9
Destination: Pingyao to Overnight train
Travel: Train No. 2535 Dep 8:06PM - Arr 7:45AM (Soft sleeper)
Accommodation: Stay on train
Services & Highlights: Hotel to Train station Transfer (Pingyao)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10
Destination: Overnight train to Xi'an
Accommodation: in Xi'an
Services & Highlights: Train station to Hotel Transfer (Xi'an), Terracotta Warriors, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Banpo Museum, Chongde Handmade Pottery Factory
Meals: Breakfast, Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant(Qinling
Branch)
--Terracotta Warriors: Discovered accidentally in 1974, this incredible army of over 7000 soldiers, archers, horses and chariots in full battle array has guarded Emperor Qin's tomb since 210BC. Each figure is unique, and the painstaking repair and excavation continues in 3 pits which are protected inside huge hangars. 1.5 hours from Xian, there is also an excellent museum and film about the history of the vaults. Photos (no flash) are allowed. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
--Small Wild Goose Pagoda: It was built in Tang Danasty
--Banpo Museum: Remains of a 6000 year old Neolithic community discovered in 1953. Today there are 2 exhibition halls, displaying items from the site such as stone tools, spinning wheels, pottery and daily living utensils. The third Site Hall (a bit over half an acre) demonstrates the residential, pottery making and burial sections of the village, including huts, kilns and tombs.
--Chongde Handmade Pottery Factory: Chongde Handmade Pottery Factory was built in 1985, it mainly manufactures the copy of terra-cotta warriors and Jing De porcelain. The replicas of Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses are based on the reals in the museum. There are Armor-Clad General, Kneeling Archer, Emperor Qingshihuang and chariots.
--A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant (Qinling Branch): A Wa was established in 2004, mainly specializes in Hunan and Sichuan cuisine. A Wa provides delicacy by using the material from xancin, obtaining a nationwide reputation from customers. It would be a nice choice to dine while traveling some famous resorts such as terracotta warrior and Huaqing Hot Spring which are nearby.
Day 11
Destination: Xi'an to Lijiang
Travel: China Eastern Airline MU5724 Dep 4:40PM - Arr 8:15PM (Economy class)
Accommodation: in Lijiang
Services & Highlights: Hotel to airport Transfer (Xi'an), Airport to Hotel Transfer (Lijiang)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12
Destination: Lijiang
Accommodation: in Lijiang
Services & Highlights: Yak Meadow, The Mural in Baisha Village, Shuhe Naxi Village, Shigu Ferry, Overlook for The First Bend of the Yangtze
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
--Yak Meadow: One of the part of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, living the Yi and Zang Minorities. It's a typical meadow scenery,a holy land for sightseeing and relaxation. On the way to the Yak Meadow, we pass the Baishui River, where you can have a distant view of the river. There are many scenic spots on the meadow, such as the Snowy Valley, the special Yak Glacier, the colorful Meadow and primitive Pine Tree Forest. All of them set off the magnificent Jade Dragon Mountain, constructing a wonderful view.
--The Mural in Baisha Village: Baisha village is about 16 kilometers north of Lijiang City. It is the important birthplace of "Tusi" (the Chinese word means chieftain of a clan) from Mu clan. Its characteristic artistic style and precious historic content of the mural deeply attracted visitors from home and abroad.
--Shuhe Naxi Village: Also known as Longquan Village, it is home to one of the ethnic groups, and is just like a village forgotten by time. Featuring a nice temple complex, this village is extremely peaceful.It is a well preserved important town on the ancient tea and horse route.
--Shigu Ferry : Some 68 kilometers west of the town of Shigu on the Jinsha River which is part of the Yangtze River, the ferry,has been of strategic importance since ancient times.
--Overlook for The First Bend of the Yangtze: Surrounded by rivers and mountains and with an altitude of 1850 meters above sea level, the First Bay of the Yangtze has picturesque scenery. Besides, it is an important ferry that joints the inland and the old road for the trade of tea and horses in Tibet.
Day 13
Destination: Lijiang
Accommodation: in Lijiang
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14
Destination: Lijiang to Dali
Travel: Express Bus
Accommodation: in Dali
Services & Highlights: -
Meals: Breakfast
Day 15
Destination: Dali to Overnight train
Travel: Train No. N813/N816 (Dali Railway Station - Kunming Railway Station) Dep 10:30PM - Arr 7:22AM (Soft sleeper)
Services & Highlights: Hotel to Train station Transfer (Dali)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 16
Destination: Overnight train to Kunming
Accommodation: in Kunming
Services & Highlights: Train station to Hotel Transfer (Kunming), The Stone Forest, Green Lake Park, Sani Minority Villages
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
--The Stone Forest: A fantastic natural phenomena located 90 km southeast of Kunming. The various shapes of karst landscape was formed due to the millions years movement of Earth. The Stone Forest area is the home of the Sani people, their folk customs has become one spectacular scene, the colorful embroidery and minority dances combine with the natural sceneries, which will surely leave you a deep impression.
--Green Lake Park: Located just opposite the Kunming University, it is one of the most picturesque parks in downtown Kunming. There are nine spring outlets at north of the lake, so it was also named "Nine Dragon Pond" in ancient tomes. Here you may take a leisure walk or enjoy the performance by local people. In November and December every winter, huge flock of red-beaked gulls migrate here from Siberia, constructing a nice scene.
--Sani Minority Villages: Around the world renowned Stone Forest clusters many small Yi ethnic villages which are collectively known as Sanni Villages. These ancient ideologically isolated villages are famous for their mystical ancient traditions and beliefs.
Day 17
Destination: Kunming to Guilin
Travel: China Southern Airlines CZ3248 Dep 5:35PM - Arr 7:00PM (Economy class)
Accommodation: in Guilin
Services & Highlights: The Dragon Gate on Xishan/West Hill, Taihua Monastery, Huatingsi Monastery, Xishan Longmen Chair Lift, Hotel to airport Transfer (Kunming), Airport to Hotel Transfer (Guilin)
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
--The Dragon Gate on Xishan/West Hill: Located 1.5km west of the Kunming, the Dragon Gate in Western Hill is close to the Dianchi Lake. This group of grottoes, sculptures, corridors and pavilions were hacked from the cliff between 1781 and 1835 by a Taoist monk and his co-workers.
--Taihua Monastery: It is located on the side of the highest peak of the Xishan Mountain.As a monastery set up by the roving Chan (Zen) sect monk Xuan Jian in 1306. Well known for its carelessly arranged botanical gardens and flourishing plants, there's a massive gingko tree near the entrance which is more than 580 years old, together with other valuable flowers and trees, consisting a colorful garden.
--Huatingsi Monastery: One of the oldest and largest Buddhist complexes in Kunming. There are 572 painted sculptures and more than 260 stone animals and birds, which are of marvelous shape and some romantic feel. Still remained in the temple are 17 stone stele of Ming and Qing Dynasty, along with 7 tower tombs from Qing Dynasty.
--Xishan Longmen Chair Lift: The Western Hills have the nickname of the "A Sleeping Beauty Hills". In actuality, the Western Hills is a forested and lovely park which is perfect, take the cable car to enjoy the natural sceneres.
Day 18
Destination: Guilin
Accommodation: in Guilin
Meals: Breakfast
Day 19
Destination: Guilin to Yangshuo
Accommodation: in Yanghsuo
Services & Highlights: Li River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
--Li River Cruise: A cruise along the Li River between Guilin and Yangshuo is an unforgettable experience. As you take in the stunning scenery there's something interesting to see at almost every bend in the river. Between spectacular limestone peaks you'll see graceful bamboo groves, farmers tending rice paddies, and lumbering water buffaloes pulling carts or cooling off in the river. You may see fishermen gliding along on their narrow bamboo rafts, and if you're very lucky you might see one of the famous fishing cormorants. Boats depart from various wharves, according to the height of the river at different times of the year.
Day 20
Destination: Yangshuo
Accommodation: in Yangshuo
Meals: Breakfast
Day 21
Destination: Yangshuo to Guilin to Shanghai
Travel: China Eastern Airline MU5380 (Guilin Liangjiang Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Airport) Dep 1:25PM - Arr 3:30PM (Economy class)
Accommodation: in Shanghai
Services & Highlights: Airport Transfer (Guilin), Airport to Hotel Transfer (Shanghai)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 22
Destination: Shanghai
Accommodation: in Shanghai
Meals: Breakfast
Day 23
Destination: Shanghai to Departure City
Travel: Flight No. AF 111 Dep 11:35PM (Your arrangements)
Services & Highlights: Hotel to airport Transfer (Shanghai)
Meals: Breakfast
*** 23 giorni sono troppi? Basta
eliminare Yangshuo e i giorni diventano 21.
HOTELS
| City |
*** |
**** |
| Beijing |
Days Inn
Forbidden City
Beijing
99, Nanheyan St.,Dongcheng Distr.
|
Sunworld
Hotel
Beijing
88 Dengshikou, Dongcheng District |
| Datong |
Datong Hotel ****
37,
Yingbin Xi Road
|
Garden Hotel
59 Danang Street |
| Pingyao |
Dejuyuan Inn
43, West Street |
Dejuyuan Inn (***)
43, West Street |
| Xi'an |
Xian
Citylion International Hotel
32, South street |
Bell Tower Hotel
110, Southwest Corner of Bell Tower |
| Lijiang |
Sanhe Hotel Lijiang
4, Jishan Hutong, Xinyi Street |
Jiannanchun
Hotel Lijiang
8, Guanyin Street |
| Dali |
Landscape Hotel
80, Yu'er Road |
Landscape Hotel (***)
80, Yu'er Road |
| Kunming |
Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel
98, Beijing Road
|
Kunming
Hotel
52, Dongfeng Dong Road |
| Guilin |
Osmanthus
Hotel
South Zhongshan Road |
Bravo
Hotel
14 Ronghu Road, South |
| Yangshuo |
Aiyuan
Hotel
115, West Street
|
Paradesa Resort
116, West Street |
| Shanghai |
Pacific Luck Hotel
299, Wusong Rd |
The
Bund Hotel Shanghai
525, Guangdong Road |
