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7-Day Cultural and Scenic Adventure Across China

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Day 1: Beijing Exploration

Beijing, China on April 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant

Start your day with a traditional Beijing breakfast featuring freshly made soy milk and steamed buns at a local favorite Quanjude, known for its authentic flavors.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Visit The Forbidden City

Explore the Palace Museum, also called the Forbidden City, the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, renowned for its vast architecture and history. Open 8:30am to 5pm.
CNY60, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Da Dong Roast Duck

Enjoy an exquisite Peking duck lunch at Da Dong, famous for its tender and crispy duck with traditional Chinese appetizers.
CNY120, 1h30m

3:00pm

Walk at Tiananmen Square

Visit Tiananmen Square, the world’s largest public square, and experience its immense scale and political significance. Open all day.
Free, 1h

4:30pm

Visit Temple of Heaven

Tour the Temple of Heaven where emperors prayed for good harvests, renowned for its circular altar and beautiful park setting. Open 8am to 5pm.
CNY40, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Jing Yaa Tang

Dine at Jing Yaa Tang for a refined taste of Peking duck and northern Chinese specialties in a stylish environment.
CNY150, 1h30m
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Day 2: Great Wall Adventure

Beijing, China on April 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Baker & Spice

Enjoy fresh pastries, coffee, and light breakfast options at Baker & Spice before heading out.
CNY60, 1h

9:00am

Visit Mutianyu Great Wall

Travel to and hike the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, less crowded and known for its beautiful watchtowers and scenic views. Open 7:30am to 6pm.
CNY45, 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at The Schoolhouse

Relish a western and Chinese fusion lunch at The Schoolhouse restaurant near Mutianyu, renowned for its cozy ambiance.
CNY100, 1h

3:30pm

Return to Beijing and rest

Rest and relax at your hotel after returning from the Great Wall excursion.
Free, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Huajia Yiyuan Beijing Duck

Experience authentic Peking duck with a traditional twist at Huajia Yiyuan, loved by locals.
CNY140, 1h30m
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Day 3: Historic Xi'an

Xi'an, China on April 27, 2025

6:30am

Early breakfast at hotel

Have a quick and nutritious breakfast at your hotel before catching a morning high-speed train to Xi'an.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Train to Xi'an

Take the high-speed train from Beijing to Xi'an (approx 5.5 hours), enjoy scenic views along the route.
CNY550, 5h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at De Fa Chang Dumpling Restaurant

Feast on traditional Shaanxi-style dumplings at De Fa Chang, famous for its wide variety and delicious fillings.
CNY80, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Ancient City Wall

Cycle or walk on Xi'an’s Ancient City Wall, the best-preserved city wall in China, offering panoramic views. Open 8am to 9pm.
CNY54, 2h

6:00pm

Stroll through Muslim Quarter

Explore the lively Muslim Quarter for street food and shopping in lively markets.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Lao Sun Jia

Enjoy authentic Xi'an cuisine, especially their famous yangrou paomo (crumbled flatbread in mutton stew).
CNY70, 1h30m
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Day 4: Terracotta Warriors

Xi'an, China on April 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Have breakfast at the hotel before your day tour.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Visit Terracotta Army Museum

Explore the famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, an archeological wonder displaying thousands of life-sized soldiers. Open 8:30am to 6pm.
CNY150, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at on-site restaurant

Eat lunch at the museum's restaurant offering local Shaanxi specialties.
CNY70, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Tour the iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, an ancient Buddhist pagoda dating back to the Tang dynasty. Open 8am to 6pm.
CNY50, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Shanxi Noodle House

Try hand-pulled noodles and other local dishes at Shanxi Noodle House for a cozy final meal in Xi'an.
CNY60, 1h30m
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Day 5: Chengdu Giant Pandas

Chengdu, China on April 29, 2025

6:00am

Early breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel before early morning flight to Chengdu.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Flight to Chengdu

Fly from Xi'an to Chengdu (approx 1.5 hours).
CNY500, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Visit the world-class panda sanctuary to see giant pandas playing and eating bamboo. Open 7:30am to 6pm.
CNY58, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Panda Cafe

Have lunch at Panda Cafe inside the base featuring local Sichuan cuisine.
CNY80, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Wuhou Shrine

Explore the Wuhou Shrine dedicated to Zhuge Liang, featuring ancient architecture and gardens. Open 8am to 6pm.
CNY60, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Chen Mapo Tofu

Savor traditional Sichuan hot and spicy dishes, especially the mapo tofu at this iconic restaurant.
CNY100, 1h30m
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Day 6: Chengdu Cultural Day

Chengdu, China on April 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start with a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Visit Jinli Ancient Street

Stroll through Jinli Ancient Street, famous for its traditional architecture, souvenirs, and local street food. Open all day.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Ba Guo Bu Yi Hotpot

Enjoy classic Chengdu hotpot with various fresh ingredients at Ba Guo Bu Yi.
CNY120, 1h30m

2:30pm

Visit People's Park and Tea Houses

Relax at People's Park and experience local tea culture at one of its many teahouses. Open all day.
CNY30, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Huangcheng Laoma

Try mouth-numbing Sichuan spicy dishes like kung pao chicken at Huangcheng Laoma.
CNY90, 1h30m
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Day 7: Shanghai Modernity

Shanghai, China on May 1, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before taking a morning flight to Shanghai.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Flight to Shanghai

Fly from Chengdu to Shanghai, approximately 2.5 hours.
CNY600, 2h30m

11:00am

Visit The Bund

Walk along The Bund, Shanghai’s famous waterfront with stunning city skyline views and historic colonial architecture. Open all day.
Free, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Lost Heaven

Enjoy Yunnan cuisine with unique flavors at Lost Heaven near The Bund.
CNY150, 1h30m

2:30pm

Visit Shanghai Tower

Ascend the Shanghai Tower for panoramic views from one of the world's tallest buildings. Open 9am to 9pm.
CNY180, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Din Tai Fung

Relish world-famous xiao long bao (soup dumplings) and other Taiwanese dishes at Din Tai Fung.
CNY130, 1h30m
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