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Adventure-Filled One-Month China Exploration: Beijing, Chongqing, Chengdu & Zhangjiajie by Train
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Adventure-Filled One-Month China Exploration: Beijing, Chongqing, Chengdu & Zhangjiajie by Train
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Day 1: Arrival & Family Time
Beijing, China on July 15, 2025
10:00am
Arrival in Beijing
Arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport and meet your relatives. Rest and settle in after your flight from Toronto.
CNY0, 2h0m
12:00pm
Lunch with Relatives
Enjoy a home-cooked or local family-style Beijing meal to relax and catch up with your relatives.
CNY0, 1h30m
3:00pm
Family Time & Rest
Spend the afternoon resting or exploring the neighborhood with your relatives.
CNY0, 3h0m
7:00pm
Dinner at Da Dong Roast Duck
Sample world-famous Beijing roast duck at Da Dong, open daily 11:00am-11:00pm. Reserve a table outside peak hours for best experience.
CNY250, 2h0m
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Day 2: Beijing Sightseeing
Beijing, China on July 16, 2025
7:30am
Breakfast at Jiaolong Breakfast Shop
Enjoy traditional Beijing breakfast items like jianbing (savory crepes) and soy milk. Opens around 6:00am.
CNY15, 1h0m
9:00am
Forbidden City Visit
Explore the Forbidden City, the historical imperial palace complex. Open 8:30am-5:00pm, last entry 4:10pm.
CNY60, 3h0m
12:30pm
Lunch at Beijing Duck Restaurant Quanjude
Another iconic spot for Peking duck, with a rich history and authentic flavors. Open 10:30am-10:00pm.
CNY200, 1h30m
2:30pm
Temple of Heaven Park
Visit this beautiful park and temple complex, a UNESCO site, perfect for peaceful walking and understanding traditional architecture. Open 6:00am-9:00pm.
CNY15, 2h0m
6:30pm
Dinner at Ghost Street (Gui Jie)
Dive into local street food and spicy Sichuan hotpot delights in the famous nightlife food street, open late until midnight.
CNY100, 2h0m
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Day 3: More Beijing & Departure to Zhangjiajie
Beijing to Zhangjiajie, China on July 17, 2025
7:30am
Breakfast at Local Noodle Shop
Try Beijing-style noodles or dumplings to start the day, many shops open early from 6:00am.
CNY20, 1h0m
9:00am
Great Wall at Mutianyu
Half-day trip to the less crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Open 7:30am-6:00pm. Cable cars operate until 5:30pm.
CNY45, 4h0m
2:30pm
Return and quick lunch
Enjoy a quick local lunch near your accommodation before heading to the train station.
CNY40, 1h0m
5:00pm
Train to Zhangjiajie
Board an evening high-speed train from Beijing West Station to Zhangjiajie. Journey can take approximately 10-12 hours overnight.
CNY600, 11h0m
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Day 4: Zhangjiajie Nature
Zhangjiajie, China on July 18, 2025
8:00am
Arrival & Hotel Check-in
Arrive in Zhangjiajie, check into your hotel and refresh after the overnight train.
CNY0, 1h0m
9:30am
Breakfast at Hotel or Local Eatery
Start with hearty local breakfast options to fuel your adventure day.
CNY30, 1h0m
10:30am
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its towering sandstone pillars that inspired the film Avatar. Park open 7:00am-6:00pm.
CNY248, 6h0m
5:00pm
Dinner at Mountain View Restaurant
Enjoy a meal with scenic views and local Hunan cuisine specialties, open until 9:00pm.
CNY120, 1h30m
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Day 5: Further Zhangjiajie Exploration
Zhangjiajie, China on July 19, 2025
7:30am
Breakfast at Hotel
Refuel with breakfast ahead of another day of nature.
CNY30, 1h0m
8:30am
Tianmen Mountain Cableway & Walkway
Take one of the longest cableways in the world to Tianmen Mountain and walk the thrilling glass skywalk. Opens from 7:00am-6:00pm.
CNY258, 5h0m
2:00pm
Lunch in Tianmen Mountain Area
Have a relaxing lunch at a mountaintop café with panoramic views.
CNY80, 1h0m
6:30pm
Dinner and Rest
Try local specialties or light dinner after a full day of adventure.
CNY100, 1h30m
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Day 6: Travel to Chengdu
Zhangjiajie to Chengdu, China on July 20, 2025
8:00am
Breakfast at Hotel
Enjoy a filling breakfast before departing Zhangjiajie.
CNY30, 1h0m
10:00am
Train to Chengdu
Take a high-speed train from Zhangjiajie to Chengdu (approx 5-6 hours).
CNY300, 6h0m
4:00pm
Hotel Check-in and Rest
Settle into your Chengdu accommodation and refresh.
CNY0, 1h0m
6:00pm
Dinner at Chen Mapo Tofu
Enjoy authentic Sichuan cuisine with the famous spicy mapo tofu, open until 10:00pm.
CNY90, 1h30m
8:00pm
Night Walk along Jinli Ancient Street
Experience lively night vibes, street performances, local snacks, and souvenir shops on this popular pedestrian street open until around 11:00pm.
CNY0, 2h0m
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Day 7: Chengdu Culture & Adventure
Chengdu, China on July 21, 2025
8:00am
Breakfast at Whey Café
Start your day with excellent coffee and western-style breakfast options, opens at 7:30am.
CNY50, 1h0m
9:30am
Visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
See giant pandas and red pandas in a naturalistic setting. Open 7:30am-6:00pm.
CNY58, 3h0m
1:00pm
Lunch at Shu Jiu Xiang Hotpot
Taste authentic spicy Sichuan hotpot, a must-have in Chengdu. Open 11:00am-2:30pm and evening hours as well.
CNY150, 1h30m
3:00pm
Wuhou Shrine and Jinsha Site Museum
Dive into Chengdu's rich history through these two famous cultural sites, both open until 5:30pm.
CNY60, 3h0m
7:00pm
Dinner at Yu’s Family Kitchen
Upscale Sichuan cuisine with creative twists, reservation recommended. Open until 10:30pm.
CNY250, 2h0m
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Day 8: Chengdu to Chongqing
Chengdu to Chongqing, China on July 22, 2025
7:30am
Breakfast at Local Street Vendor
Try local breakfast staples like spicy noodles or liangpi (cold noodles), widely available early morning.
CNY20, 1h0m
9:00am
Train to Chongqing
Board a morning high-speed train from Chengdu East to Chongqing, journey about 2 hours.
CNY130, 2h0m
11:30am
Hotel Check-in & Lunch
Settle in at your Chongqing hotel then enjoy lunch featuring famous Chongqing noodles or hotpot.
CNY80, 1h30m
2:00pm
Explore Ciqikou Ancient Town
Stroll through this old town with traditional architecture, snack shops, and craft stores. Open daily until evening.
CNY0, 3h0m
6:30pm
Dinner at Huangjueping Hotpot
Experience Chongqing hotpot with locals at this well-known restaurant, open late until midnight.
CNY150, 2h0m
9:30pm
Night Cruise on Yangtze River
Take a scenic night cruise to enjoy the illuminated cityscape of Chongqing’s skyline. Cruises typically depart around 8:00-9:00pm.
CNY120, 1h30m
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