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Lead Price
From £7125pp
Duration
16 days & 14 nights
Itinerary Type
Tailor Made
Holiday Type
General Interest
Tour Highlights

Natural Wonders of China

The vast country of China encompasses breathtaking landscapes. This journey visits some of its finest scenery including the enchanting Huangshan mountain range, reminiscent of scenes from traditional Chinese paintings; Qing Cheng mountain near Chengdu, one of the birthplaces of Taoism; and the picturesque rural settings of Wuyuan county. Combine these natural wonders with cultural visits to cosmopolitan Shanghai, ancient Xian and Beijing, with its many fascinating sights.

Itinerary

YEAR:
DAY 1: Fly to Shanghai
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Fly to Shanghai

Flight from the UK to Shanghai. (N)

Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals

DAY 2: Shanghai
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Shanghai

Arrive and transfer to the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund for a 2-night stay. The hotel boasts a prime location in the northern Bund area, along the Huangpu River. (N)

Accommodation: Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
DAY 3: Shanghai
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Shanghai

Morning visit to the Jade Buddha Temple and Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden that offers a picturesque retreat from the city’s fast pace. Afternoon at leisure to stroll along the Bund or shop on Nanjing Road. (B)

Accommodation: Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
DAY 4: Train to Huangshan
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Train to Huangshan

Take a high-speed train to Huangshan. Here, tour the ancient street of Tunxi, a historic area that captures the essence of traditional Chinese culture and architecture. Drive into Yixian County and stay at the Banyan Tree Huangshan for 2 nights, located at the foot of Mount Huangshan. (B)

Accommodation: Banyan Tree Huangshan
DAY 5: Huangshan
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Huangshan

Take the cable car up Mount Huangshan for some superb views of the surrounding countryside. Visit Lion Peak known for its uniquely shaped rock formations, Flower-Scattering Valley and the scenic viewpoint of Cloud-Dispelling Pavilion. (B, L)

Accommodation: Banyan Tree Huangshan
DAY 6: Wuyuan
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Wuyuan

Visit the villages of Lucun and Hongcun, known for their beautiful wood carvings and well-preserved traditional buildings. Afterwards, drive south into Wuyuan County to the tiny village of Yan, a protected 900-year-old settlement. Stay here for 2 nights at the Skywells Wuyuan, a rare 300-year-old courtyard mansion that has been lovingly restored using traditional building techniques, retaining many original features. (B)

Accommodation: Skywells Wuyuan
DAY 7: Wuyuan
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Wuyuan

Explore the surrounding countryside via a number of walking trails with a guide. These trails wind through lush forests, charming villages, terraced fields, and serene valleys, offering a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility. (B, D)

Accommodation: Skywells Wuyuan
DAY 8: Fly to Chengdu/Qing Cheng Mountain
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Fly to Chengdu/Qing Cheng Mountain

Drive to Hangzhou Airport and fly to Chengdu. On arrival, you will be met and driven south of the city to the Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain for a 3-night stay. (B)

Accommodation: Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain
DAY 9: Qing Cheng Mountain
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Qing Cheng Mountain

Today see pandas at the Dujiangyan Research Center of Giant Panda Breeding or visit the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project. (B)

Accommodation: Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain
DAY 10: Qing Cheng Mountain
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Qing Cheng Mountain

Today is a day at leisure to continue exploring Qing Cheng Mountain. (B)

Accommodation: Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain
DAY 11: Xian & the Terracotta Warriors
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Xian & the Terracotta Warriors

Travel by high-speed train from Chengdu to Xian. This former Silk Road trading city retains some of its historic character, laid out in a grid pattern within huge perimeter walls. On arrival you will be met and transferred north of the city for a 2-night stay at the Angsana Xian Lintong, which lies in the shadow of Lishan Mountain, just 15 minutes from the legendary Terracotta Warriors. (B)

Accommodation: Angsana Xian Lintong
DAY 12: Xian & the Terracotta Warriors
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Xian & the Terracotta Warriors

Spend the morning discovering this stunning archaeological site with an expert guide, followed by an afternoon at the Huaqing hot springs in the foothills of the Qin Mountains (B)

Accommodation: Angsana Xian Lintong
DAY 13: Beijing
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Beijing

Continue east via high-speed train to Beijing, then transfer to the Waldorf Astoria Beijing for a 3-night stay. (B)

Accommodation: Waldorf Astoria Beijing
DAY 14: Beijing
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Beijing

Morning guided visit to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, followed by a stroll through the historic Liulichang district and the hutongs (ancient narrow alleyways) nearby. (B, L)

Accommodation: Waldorf Astoria Beijing
DAY 15: Great Wall of China
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Great Wall of China

Leave Beijing for a journey to the Great Wall at Huanghuacheng, a quiet section adjoining the peaceful Haoming Lake. Walking on the wall here is difficult, but a visit is rewarding as the scenery is particularly beautiful and the area little-visited. (B, L)

Accommodation: Waldorf Astoria Beijing
DAY 16: Fly home
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Fly home

Transfer to the airport and fly home. (B)

Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. 

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The Cox & Kings signature experiences

  • Discover rural China with a stay in a tiny village in Wuyuan
  • See the Great Wall at Huanghuacheng, a less-visited section adjoining a scenic lake
  • Explore the celebrated archaeological site of the Terracotta Warriors with an expert guide
  • Tour the ancient street of Tunxi
Low Season
From £7,125 per person
High Season
From £7,995 per person

What's included

  • International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
  • UK departure and overseas airport taxes
  • Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
  • Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle
  • The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative
  • Local guides and entrance fees where applicable

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Guideline prices
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Meal basis
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
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