17-Day Comprehensive China Tour with 4-Star Hotels, Fast Transit & Detailed Booking Info

Day 1: Beijing Arrival & Exploration

Beijing, China on May 30, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Enjoy a hearty vegetarian breakfast including dosa, idli, and chai to start your day with familiar flavors.
CNY50, 1h

10:30am

Visit the Forbidden City

Explore the vast imperial palace complex showcasing Ming and Qing dynasty architecture with rich historical significance. Online tickets cost CNY60 and can be booked at https://fgw.npm.gov.cn/ticket.
CNY60, 3h

2:00pm

Lunch at Pure Lotus Vegetarian

Enjoy an exclusively vegetarian lunch with a great selection of tofu dishes and Chinese vegetarian specialties.
CNY70, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Tiananmen Square

Walk through this iconic public square, the heart of modern Chinese political history, and admire its monuments.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Walk along Wangfujing Street

Explore this famous shopping street, perfect for experiencing street food and local snacks.
Varies, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Krishna Restaurant

Savor authentic Indian dishes with vegetarian options in a warmly decorated ambiance.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:00pm

Hotel Check-in at Novotel Beijing Xinqiao

Located centrally with modern amenities and easy access to key sites. Approximate cost per night CNY700.
CNY700, Overnight
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Day 2: Beijing Historic Sites

Beijing, China on May 31, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Start your day with familiar vegetarian South Indian breakfast specialties.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Great Wall at Mutianyu

Take a taxi (approx CNY200 round trip, 1.5h each way) to Mutianyu Great Wall; entry tickets cost CNY45, cable car CNY100. Buy tickets online at https://www.mutianyugreatwall.com/book-ticket.
CNY345, 4h

2:00pm

Vegetarian Lunch at The Veggie Table

Savor a vegetarian meal specializing in healthy and fresh ingredients near Mutianyu area.
CNY80, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Temple of Heaven

Take a taxi back (CNY200) and visit Temple of Heaven; tickets cost CNY35, book at http://www.tiantanpark.com. Open 8am-5pm.
CNY235, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Gange Indian Restaurant

Known for excellent vegetarian Indian cuisine with great ambiance in Beijing.
CNY110, 1.5h

9:00pm

Return and Overnight at Novotel Beijing Xinqiao

Relax in your centrally located 4-star hotel.
Included, Overnight
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Day 3: Beijing Museums & Peking Opera

Beijing, China on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Enjoy your usual vegetarian breakfast to fuel the day.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Visit Summer Palace

Wander through beautiful gardens and historic palaces offering stunning views over Kunming Lake. Tickets cost CNY60. Book at https://en.parkbeijing.com.cn/summer-palace/.
CNY60, 3h

12:30pm

Vegetarian Lunch at Veggie Garden

Taste a variety of Chinese vegetarian dishes in a peaceful setting near the Summer Palace.
CNY70, 1h

2:00pm

Visit National Museum of China

Explore exhibits tracing Chinese history, free entry but online reservation required: https://en.chnmuseum.cn/. Open 9am-5pm (closed Mondays).
Free, 3h

7:00pm

Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre

Traditional Chinese opera with costumes and storytelling, show from 7:30-9:30pm. Tickets CNY180 available online at https://www.tktchina.com/Peking-Opera-p59.html.
CNY180, 2h

9:45pm

Late Dinner at Krishna Restaurant

Enjoy Indian vegetarian dinner to end a culturally rich day.
CNY100, 1h

11:00pm

Overnight at Novotel Beijing Xinqiao

Rest at your comfortable 4-star accommodation.
Included, Overnight
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Day 4: Travel to Xi'an & Ancient City Wall

Xi'an, China on June 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Fuel up with an Indian vegetarian breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Flight Beijing to Xi'an (Capital Airlines)

Fast morning flight approx 2h, ticket price about CNY900. Book via https://www.capitalairlines.com.
CNY900, 2h

11:30am

Taxi transfer to Kempinski Hotel Xi'an

4-star hotel near the city wall, approx 30 minutes taxi ride costing CNY60.
CNY60, 0.5h

12:30pm

Lunch at Green Vegetarian House

Popular local vegetarian restaurant serving Chinese and international dishes.
CNY60, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Ancient City Wall

Cycle the well-preserved wall; bike rental CNY54, ticket CNY54. Book at https://www.china-tour-cn.com/xi'an-city-wall.
CNY108, 2h

5:00pm

Small Wild Goose Pagoda

Visit Tang Dynasty pagoda and gardens, entry CNY30. Tickets online at https://www.xiannr.cn/en/spot/detail/id/67
CNY30, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Taj Indian Restaurant

Delicious Indian vegetarian dinner near city center.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:30pm

Overnight at Kempinski Hotel Xi'an

Relax in 4-star luxury near the ancient city wall.
CNY750, Overnight
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Day 5: Terracotta Warriors & Local Culture

Xi'an, China on June 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Vegetarian House

Light vegetarian breakfast to start early day.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Private Taxi to Terracotta Warriors

Approx 1 hour taxi (~CNY150 each way), entry CNY120, shuttle bus CNY10. Buy tickets from https://www.bmy.com.cn/en.
CNY280, 4h

1:00pm

Lunch at Jade Vegetarian

Exquisite Chinese vegetarian dishes close to site.
CNY75, 1h

3:30pm

Explore Muslim Quarter

Sample vegetarian snacks and shop local crafts.
Varies, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Taj Indian Restaurant

Relaxing Indian vegetarian meal to unwind.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Kempinski Hotel Xi'an

Comfortable rest to prepare for next day travel.
Included, Overnight
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Day 6: Travel to Chengdu & Giant Pandas

Chengdu, China on June 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Vegetarian House

Light vegetarian breakfast for travel.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Flight Xi'an to Chengdu (Sichuan Airlines)

Approx 1.5 hours, ticket around CNY700. Book at https://www.sichuanair.com.
CNY700, 1.5h

11:30am

Taxi to Niccolo Chengdu Hotel

Luxury 4-star hotel in city center; taxi cost approx CNY60, 45 minutes.
CNY60, 0.75h

12:30pm

Lunch at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Chengdu-style vegetarian dishes with local flavor.
CNY70, 1h

2:00pm

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

See pandas and learn conservation; open 7:30am-6pm. Entry CNY58, buy tickets online at http://www.panda.org.cn/en/.
CNY58, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Dosa and Curry Indian Restaurant

Indian vegetarian cuisine to end the day.
CNY90, 1.5h

8:30pm

Overnight at Niccolo Chengdu Hotel

Relax in upscale city center hotel.
CNY850, Overnight
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Day 7: Jinli Ancient Street & Sichuan Opera

Chengdu, China on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Start with local vegetarian breakfast dishes.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Wuhou Shrine

Visit famous shrine with gardens; tickets CNY60. Book at https://www.wuhoushrinetour.com.
CNY60, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Simple Life Vegetarian Cafe

Contemporary vegetarian dishes with fusion flavors near Jinli Street.
CNY70, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Jinli Ancient Street

Walk the historic street, enjoy snacks; free entrance.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Sichuan Opera with Face-Changing at Shufeng Yayun Teahouse

Show from 7-9:30pm; tickets CNY120. Book at https://www.cdvshow.com/shufeng-yayun.
CNY120, 2.5h

9:45pm

Dinner at Dosa and Curry Indian Restaurant

Late vegetarian Indian dinner.
CNY90, 1h

10:45pm

Overnight at Niccolo Chengdu Hotel

Comfortable stay after cultural day.
Included, Overnight
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Day 8: Travel to Guilin & Reed Flute Cave

Guilin, China on June 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Vegetarian breakfast to start travel.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Flight Chengdu to Guilin (China Southern Airlines)

Approx 2 hours, ticket around CNY950. Book at https://www.csair.com.
CNY950, 2h

11:30am

Taxi to Ashima Hotel Guilin

4-star hotel near city center, taxi approx CNY70, 30 minutes.
CNY70, 0.5h

12:30pm

Lunch at Loving Hut Vegetarian

International vegetarian dishes in peaceful ambiance.
CNY65, 1h

2:00pm

Reed Flute Cave

Illuminated limestone cave with formations; entry CNY90. Tickets and info at http://www.guilintravel.com.
CNY90, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Indian Curry Palace

Rich Indian vegetarian dishes near hotel.
CNY100, 1.5h

8:00pm

Overnight at Ashima Hotel Guilin

Rest at your comfortable 4-star accommodation.
CNY650, Overnight
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Day 9: Li River Cruise & Yangshuo

Guilin to Yangshuo, China on June 7, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Loving Hut Vegetarian

Light breakfast prior to cruise start.
CNY40, 45m

7:30am

Li River Cruise Guilin to Yangshuo

Scenic 4-5 hour cruise (tickets CNY200) showcasing karst landscapes. Book via http://www.cruise-guilin.com.
CNY200, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Buddha House Vegetarian Cafe, Yangshuo

Enjoy fresh local vegetarian dishes with garden views.
CNY70, 1h

2:30pm

Cycle Yangshuo Countryside

Rent bike for CNY50 and explore stunning rural scenery.
CNY50, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Indian Kitchen Yangshuo

Indian vegetarian dishes with mountain views.
CNY90, 1.5h

8:30pm

Overnight at Yangshuo Mountain Retreat Hotel

Comfortable 4-star hotel near town center. Approximate cost CNY580/night.
CNY580, Overnight
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Day 10: Travel to Shanghai

Shanghai, China on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Buddha House Vegetarian Cafe

Nutritious vegetarian breakfast before travel.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Flight Yangshuo (via Guilin) to Shanghai

Taxi to Guilin Airport (CNY90, 1 hour), then flight Guilin-Shanghai approx 2.5h, CNY1200. Flight booking at https://www.airchina.cn.
CNY1290, 4h

1:30pm

Taxi to Hyatt on the Bund Shanghai

4-star hotel on Shanghai waterfront, taxi approx CNY120, 1 hour.
CNY120, 1h

2:30pm

Lunch at Pure Veggie House

Innovative vegetarian menu in peaceful setting downtown.
CNY80, 1h

4:00pm

Visit The Bund

Famous waterfront promenade with colonial architecture; free entry.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Top Indian vegetarian cuisine in Shanghai with cozy atmosphere.
CNY120, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Hyatt on the Bund Shanghai

Relax in centrally located upscale hotel.
CNY900, Overnight
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Day 11: Shanghai Museums & Gardens

Shanghai, China on June 9, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Creative vegetarian breakfast dishes.
CNY60, 1h

9:30am

Shanghai Museum

Renowned collection of Chinese art and artifacts. Free entry but ticket reservation at https://www.shanghaimuseum.net is required.
Free, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Veggie Kingdom

Vegetarian buffet with Asian influences.
CNY85, 1.5h

3:00pm

Yu Garden & Bazaar

Classical garden with nearby market; entry CNY40. Buy tickets at https://www.yugarden.com.cn.
CNY40, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Enjoy Indian vegetarian dinner after sightseeing.
CNY120, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Hyatt on the Bund Shanghai

Comfortable stay before next day's excursions.
Included, Overnight
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Day 12: Zhujiajiao Water Town Day

Shanghai, China on June 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Start day with local vegetarian specialties.
CNY60, 1h

9:00am

Bus to Zhujiajiao Water Town

Take city bus #H2 or taxi (approx CNY20 for bus, 1h).
CNY20, 1h

10:15am

Explore Zhujiajiao Water Town

Historic canals and bridges with boat rides at CNY80. Boat tickets bookable at http://www.zhujiajiao.com.
CNY80, 4h

2:30pm

Vegetarian Lunch at Ancient Town Tea House

Light vegetarian meal paired with local teas.
CNY60, 1h

4:00pm

Return to Shanghai

Bus or taxi back to city center.
CNY20, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Indian vegetarian dinner with good ambiance.
CNY120, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Hyatt on the Bund Shanghai

Relax after water town adventure.
Included, Overnight
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Day 13: Travel to Hangzhou & West Lake

Hangzhou, China on June 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Hearty vegetarian breakfast for travel.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

High-Speed Train Shanghai to Hangzhou

Fastest direct train approx 1 hour, cost CNY150. Book at https://www.12306.cn.
CNY150, 1h

9:30am

Taxi to Zhejiang Hotel Hangzhou

Convenient 4-star hotel near West Lake; taxi cost CNY50, 20 minutes.
CNY50, 0.3h

10:00am

Check-in and refresh

Prepare for sightseeing.
Included, 1h

11:00am

Visit West Lake

Scenic area renowned for beauty and temples; free access.
Free, 3h

2:00pm

Lunch at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Fresh vegetarian meals with local ingredients.
CNY70, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Lingyin Temple

Historic Buddhist temple, tickets CNY45. Book at https://www.lingyinsi.org.
CNY45, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shivain Indian Restaurant

Authentic Indian vegetarian cuisine in Hangzhou.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Zhejiang Hotel Hangzhou

Relax in your comfortable 4-star hotel.
CNY700, Overnight
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Day 14: Tea Plantations & Nature

Hangzhou, China on June 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Enjoy vegetarian breakfast made fresh locally.
CNY60, 1h

9:30am

Visit Longjing Tea Plantation

Tour and tea tasting, entry approx CNY40. Info and tickets at https://longjingtea.com.
CNY40, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Tea Village Vegetarian Restaurant

Light vegetarian meal surrounded by tea gardens.
CNY65, 1h

3:00pm

Walk at Meijiawu Tea Village

Stroll through traditional tea village — free entrance.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shivain Indian Restaurant

Comfortable Indian vegetarian dinner to cap the day.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Zhejiang Hotel Hangzhou

Rest well before travel next day.
Included, Overnight
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Day 15: Travel to Suzhou & Gardens

Suzhou, China on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Vegetarian breakfast to start day.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

Train Hangzhou to Suzhou

High-speed train approx 1.5 hours, cost CNY90. Book at https://www.12306.cn.
CNY90, 1.5h

9:45am

Taxi to Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel

Luxury 4-star hotel near gardens. Taxi approx CNY50, 20 minutes.
CNY50, 0.3h

10:15am

Check-in and prepare

Settle in and relax before outings.
Included, 1h

11:15am

Visit Humble Administrator’s Garden

Classical Chinese garden, ticket CNY70. Book online: https://english.suzhou.gov.cn.
CNY70, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Green Leaf Restaurant

Enjoy vegetarian dishes near the garden area.
CNY65, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Lingering Garden

Beautiful UNESCO-listed garden, ticket CNY55. Tickets: https://www.suzhougardens.gov.cn.
CNY55, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi

Authentic Indian vegetarian cuisine in Suzhou center.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel

Comfortable 4-star lodging for rest.
CNY700, Overnight
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Day 16: Suzhou Canals & Silk Museum

Suzhou, China on June 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Green Leaf Restaurant

Fresh vegetarian breakfast to start day.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Boat Tour on Suzhou Canals

One-hour guided boat ride, tickets CNY120. Book at https://www.suzhoucanal.com.
CNY120, 1h

11:00am

Suzhou Silk Museum

Learn about local silk production history; ticket CNY40. Info at http://www.szmuseum.com.
CNY40, 1.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Vegetarian Garden Restaurant

Tasty local vegetarian cuisine near museums.
CNY65, 1h

3:00pm

Master of Nets Garden

Elegant classical garden, entry CNY40. Tickets bookable at https://www.suzhougardens.gov.cn.
CNY40, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi

Final Indian vegetarian dinner in Suzhou.
CNY100, 1.5h

9:00pm

Overnight at Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel

Prepare for departure next day.
Included, Overnight
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Day 17: Departure

Suzhou/Shanghai, China on June 15, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Leaf Restaurant

Final vegetarian breakfast if schedule allows.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Train Suzhou to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport

45 min high-speed train, tickets approx CNY90 from https://www.12306.cn.
CNY90, 0.75h

10:00am

Arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport

Check-in for international departure and prepare for flight.
Included, Varies
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