
Discover the very best of China on this carefully designed 16-day journey, travelling from ancient imperial capitals to breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant modern cities. Starting in Beijing, explore iconic landmarks such as the Great Wall and Forbidden City before continuing through Xi’an, Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Changsha, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Shanghai.
This tour is hosted by Atlas Travel VIC
Departure: 17 October 2026 | Duration: 16 Days
✓ Return international airfares from Melbourne
✓ Accommodation in comfortable twin-share or double rooms at hotels listed in the itinerary
✓ All sightseeing and entrance fees as outlined in the itinerary
✓ Comfortable air-conditioned coach transportation throughout the tour
✓ First-class high-speed train tickets: Fenghuang – Changsha | Changsha – Hangzhou
✓ Domestic economy-class flights: Beijing – Xi’an | Xi’an – Zhangjiajie
✓ Professional English-speaking local guides
✓ Meals as specified in the itinerary
✓ Atlas Travel VIC tour leader throughout the tour
✓ Acrobatic Show in Beijing, Summer Palace including boat cruise and Tang Dynasty Palace Dance Show in Xi’an
✓ Daily bottled drinking water
Day 1 | Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, visit the Temple of Heaven and stroll along historic Qianmen Street.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 | Beijing
Explore the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Nanluoguxiang hutong district.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 | Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall and photo stops at the Bird’s Nest Stadium and Water Cube.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4 | Beijing – Xi’an
Fly to Xi’an, walk or cycle the Ancient City Wall, visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and explore Datang Everbright City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5 | Xi’an
Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum and enjoy a photo stop at the Bell Tower.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6 | Xi’an – Zhangjiajie
Fly to Zhangjiajie, meet your local guide and transfer to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 | Zhangjiajie
Tour Wulingyuan Scenic Area, Golden Whip Stream, Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie, Avatar Mountains and Tianzi Mountain.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8 | Zhangjiajie – Fenghuang Ancient Town
Discover traditional stilt houses, ancient stone streets, Tuojiang River scenery, North Gate Tower and Wanming Pagoda.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9 | Fenghuang – Changsha
Travel by high-speed train to Changsha, visit Orange Isle and see the Young Mao Zedong Sculpture.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10 | Changsha
Explore Taiping Old Street, Wenheyou Retro Street, IFS Shopping Centre, Huangxing Pedestrian Street and Pozijie Food Street.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11 | Changsha – Hangzhou
Travel to Hangzhou and visit City Balcony overlooking the Qiantang River and modern skyline.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12 | Hangzhou
Cruise West Lake, visit Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak, and explore Hefang Street.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13 | Hangzhou – Suzhou
Travel to Suzhou, visit Lingering Garden, Hanshan Temple and historic Pingjiang Road.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 14 | Suzhou – Shanghai
Travel to Shanghai, visit Oriental Pearl Tower, Nanjing Road and the Bund.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15 | Shanghai
Explore Yu Garden precinct, Wukang Road, Tianzifang and Xintiandi, then enjoy an evening Huangpu River Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16 | Shanghai – Departure
Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. Tour concludes.
Meals: Breakfast
*Itinerary changes may apply due to availability or weather.
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