Upon arrival at Chengdu International Airport, your local driver will meet you at the arrival hall and provide a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy a leisurely afternoon to unwind and recover from your flight.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Chengdu
Meals: No

Following breakfast at the hotel, visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you can observe giant pandas in a naturalistic environment and learn about conservation programs. Continue to Du Fu Thatched Cottage, a tranquil park honoring one of China’s greatest poets. Then explore Wenshu Yuan Monastery, Chengdu’s best-preserved Buddhist temple. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Kunming, and conclude the day with a welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Kunming
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Welcome Dinner

Following breakfast at the hotel, visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you can observe giant pandas in a naturalistic environment and learn about conservation programs. Continue to Du Fu Thatched Cottage, a tranquil park honoring one of China’s greatest poets. Then explore Wenshu Yuan Monastery, Chengdu’s best-preserved Buddhist temple. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Kunming, and conclude the day with a welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Kunming
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Welcome Dinner

Following breakfast at the hotel, visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you can observe giant pandas in a naturalistic environment and learn about conservation programs. Continue to Du Fu Thatched Cottage, a tranquil park honoring one of China’s greatest poets. Then explore Wenshu Yuan Monastery, Chengdu’s best-preserved Buddhist temple. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Kunming, and conclude the day with a welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Kunming
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Welcome Dinner

Start the day with a morning cruise on Erhai Lake, taking in the calm waters and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Visit Xizhou Village to immerse yourself in traditional Bai culture, exploring local customs and architecture. Afterwards, transfer to Lijiang and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Lijiang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Start the day with a morning cruise on Erhai Lake, taking in the calm waters and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Visit Xizhou Village to immerse yourself in traditional Bai culture, exploring local customs and architecture. Afterwards, transfer to Lijiang and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Lijiang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Chongqing. Upon arrival, enjoy a short panoramic tour of Chongqing City, showcasing its dramatic riverside landscapes and hilly skyline. Board the Yangtze River Cruise in the evening, where you can relax and enjoy meals on board.

Accommodation: Overnight stay on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast on board, disembark for a shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City, a unique cultural site with statues and temples depicting Chinese myths and beliefs about the afterlife. Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner, enjoying onboard leisure and scenic river views.

Accommodation: Overnight stay on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Cruise through the dramatic Three Gorges, starting with Qutang Gorge, known for its sheer cliffs, followed by Wu Gorge, celebrated for misty peaks and lush forests. Take a small boat excursion along Shennong Stream, famed for its pristine scenery. In the evening, pass through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Locks, a remarkable engineering marvel.

Accommodation: Victoria Series / Century Series Cruise or similar (4-star international standard)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Disembark at Yichang and visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest hydroelectric project, with impressive views of its scale and engineering. Afterwards, transfer to Wulingyuan Scenic Area in Zhangjiajie, continuing to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Zhangjiajie
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, explore the spectacular landscapes of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, including Yuanjiajie Scenic Area (Southern Sky Pillar, inspiration for the movie Avatar), Mihuntai Peak, Yubi Peak, and Helong Park. Lunch and dinner are included, allowing you to rest and enjoy the evening after a full day of sightseeing.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Zhangjiajie
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, take a cable car to Huangshizhai, offering panoramic views over Zhangjiajie’s sandstone pillars and forested landscapes. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai and check in at the hotel upon arrival.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Shanghai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. After lunch, take an afternoon tour of Shanghai highlights, including The Bund (Waitan), a historic waterfront area, and Shanghai Museum, showcasing Chinese art and heritage. Optional experiences include a Huangpu River Cruise to admire the city skyline or the Shanghai ERA Acrobatic Show for a spectacular display of Chinese acrobatics.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in Shanghai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy free time for shopping or self-guided exploration of Shanghai. Then, your private driver will transfer you to Shanghai International Airport for your departure flight. This concludes your immersive journey through China, leaving you with lasting memories of its UNESCO World Heritage sites, iconic landscapes, and rich cultural experiences.

Accommodation: No
Meals: Breakfast