17-Day Ultimate China Tour with 4-Star Hotels, Fast Transit & Online Bookings

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

10:00am

Check-in at Novotel Beijing Peace (4-Star Hotel)

Stay centrally located near Wangfujing Street with excellent amenities and easy transit access.
Approx CNY650 per night, 0.5h

10:30am

Visit the Forbidden City

Explore the vast imperial palace complex showcasing Ming and Qing dynasty architecture with rich historical significance.
CNY60. Online booking: https://en.dpm.org.cn/ticket/, 3h

2:00pm

Lunch at Pure Lotus Vegetarian

Enjoy exclusively vegetarian lunch with a great selection of tofu dishes and Chinese vegetarian specialties close to Forbidden City.
CNY70, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Tiananmen Square

Walk through this iconic public square and admire historical 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 vegetarian dishes in a warmly decorated ambiance on Wangfujing.
CNY100, 1.5h
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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

8:30am

Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall by private car

Fastest and most convenient way to Mutianyu (approx 70km, 1.5 hours; private taxi approx CNY300 each way).
CNY300, 1.5h

10:00am

Great Wall at Mutianyu

Walk the less crowded scenic and restored section of the Great Wall.
Entry CNY45, Cable Car CNY100. Online booking: https://www.mutianyugreatwall.com/ticketing/, 4h

2:00pm

Vegetarian Lunch at The Veggie Table

A highly rated vegetarian restaurant near Mutianyu area.
CNY80, 1h

3:30pm

Transfer back to Beijing by private car

Return journey, avoid crowds and wait time.
CNY300, 1.5h

5:30pm

Visit Temple of Heaven

A spectacular religious complex where emperors prayed, operate until 6:00pm.
CNY35. Online booking: http://www.tngh.org.cn/en/index/, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Gange Indian Restaurant

Excellent vegetarian Indian cuisine with popular dishes in Beijing.
CNY110, 1.5h
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Day 3: Beijing Museums & Peking Opera

Beijing, China on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

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

9:00am

Transfer to Summer Palace via Metro Line 4

Efficient public transit; ticket approx CNY6, about 45 minutes travel.
CNY6, 0.75h

9:45am

Visit Summer Palace

Beautiful gardens and imperial architecture with lake views.
CNY60. Online: https://www.summerpalace-china.com/tickets/, 3h

12:45pm

Lunch at Veggie Garden

Vegetarian Chinese dishes near Summer Palace.
CNY70, 1h

2:00pm

Transfer to National Museum of China via metro (Line 4 then Line 1)

Approx 50 min travel, ticket CNY6.
CNY6, 0.75h

3:00pm

Visit National Museum of China

Explore extensive exhibits on Chinese history and culture.
Free. Online reservation: https://en.chnmuseum.cn/, 3h

7:30pm

Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre

Experience traditional opera (7:30pm-9:30pm). Tickets CNY180, book at http://www.liyuanbeijing.com/en/
CNY180, 2h

9:45pm

Dinner at Krishna Restaurant

Late Indian vegetarian dinner near hotel.
CNY100, 1h
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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

Vegetarian breakfast before flight.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Beijing Capital Airport

Fast taxi ride (~40 min, CNY120).
CNY120, 0.75h

10:00am

Flight: Beijing to Xi'an Xianyang Airport

Approx 2-hour flight, economy ticket approx CNY800.
CNY800. Book at https://www.trip.com/flights/, 2h

12:30pm

Transfer from Xi'an Airport to city by airport express bus

Approx 1-hour transfer, cost CNY25.
CNY25, 1h

1:30pm

Check-in at Grand Noble Hotel Xi'an (4-Star)

Comfortable hotel located centrally close to Ancient City Wall.
Approx CNY550/night, 0.5h

2:00pm

Lunch at Green Vegetarian House

Highly rated local vegetarian restaurant.
CNY60, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Ancient City Wall

Cycle or walk on the well-preserved city wall (Bike rental CNY54).
Bike Rental CNY54. Info & tickets: https://www.xacitywall.com/, 2h

6:30pm

Visit Small Wild Goose Pagoda

Historical pagoda and gardens, entry CNY30, open until 6pm.
CNY30, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Taj Indian Restaurant

Excellent Indian vegetarian restaurant.
CNY100, 1.5h
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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.
CNY50, 1h

8:00am

Private car transfer to Terracotta Warriors Museum

Fastest way, approx 1 hour, cost CNY200 one way.
CNY200, 1h

9:00am

Visit Terracotta Warriors Museum

World-renowned archaeological site of life-sized sculptures. Open 8:30am-6:00pm.
Entry CNY120 + Shuttle bus CNY10. Tickets & info: http://www.bmy.com.cn/en/, 4h

1:00pm

Lunch at Jade Vegetarian

Exquisite vegetarian Chinese cuisine near museum.
CNY75, 1h

3:30pm

Explore Muslim Quarter

Taste vegetarian street snacks, shop local crafts.
Varies, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Taj Indian Restaurant

Return for comforting Indian vegetarian dinner.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 6: Travel to Chengdu & Giant Pandas

Chengdu, China on June 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Vegetarian House

Vegetarian meal before flight.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Xi'an Xianyang Airport

Approx 40 min, cost CNY120.
CNY120, 0.75h

10:00am

Flight Xi'an to Chengdu

Approx 1.5 hours, ticket CNY700. Book at https://www.trip.com/flights/
CNY700, 1.5h

11:30am

Airport Express Bus to Chengdu City Center

Approx 1 hour, cost CNY12.
CNY12, 1h

12:30pm

Check-in at Niccolo Chengdu (4-Star)

Luxury hotel centrally located, ideal for sightseeing.
Approx CNY700/night, 0.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Sichuan style vegetarian delicious dishes.
CNY70, 1h

2:30pm

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

See pandas in natural habitats. Open 7:30am-6:00pm.
CNY58. Online booking: https://www.pandahome.org/ticket/, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Dosa and Curry Indian Restaurant

Indian vegetarian specialties near city center.
CNY90, 1.5h
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Day 7: Jinli Ancient Street & Sichuan Opera

Chengdu, China on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Local vegetarian dishes to start the day.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Taxi to Wuhou Shrine

About 15 mins taxi ride, fare approx CNY30.
CNY30, 0.25h

9:30am

Visit Wuhou Shrine

Memorial honoring Zhuge Liang with gardens.
CNY60. Online: http://www.wuhousi.net/, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Simple Life Vegetarian Cafe

Fusion vegetarian dishes near Jinli Ancient Street.
CNY70, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Jinli Ancient Street

Shopping, snacks and sightseeing on pedestrian street.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Taxi to Shufeng Yayun Teahouse

Approx 20 min taxi, cost CNY40.
CNY40, 0.33h

7:00pm

Sichuan Opera with Face Changing Show

Traditional opera 7-9:30pm, tickets CNY120 online: http://www.shufengyayunteahouse.com/
CNY120, 2.5h

9:45pm

Dinner at Dosa and Curry Indian Restaurant

Late Indian vegetarian dinner.
CNY90, 1h
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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 before flight.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Chengdu Shuangliu Airport

Approx 45 min, fare CNY120.
CNY120, 0.75h

10:30am

Flight Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang Airport

Approx 2 hours flight, cost CNY900. Book at https://www.trip.com/flights/
CNY900, 2h

12:30pm

Taxi to Guilin city center

Approx 1-hour taxi, cost CNY120.
CNY120, 1h

1:30pm

Check-in at Guilin Bravo Hotel (4-Star)

Comfortable hotel with central location.
Approx CNY550/night, 0.5h

2:00pm

Lunch at Loving Hut Vegetarian

International vegetarian dishes with a peaceful ambiance.
CNY65, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Reed Flute Cave

Famous limestone cave with colorful lights. Open 8am-5:30pm.
CNY90. Tickets: https://www.guilincave.com/, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Indian Curry Palace

Enjoy rich Indian vegetarian dishes after exploring nature.
CNY100, 1.5h
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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 vegetarian breakfast before cruise.
CNY40, 45m

7:30am

Li River Cruise Guilin to Yangshuo

Scenic 4-5 hour cruise through karst landscapes (ticket CNY200, book at http://www.cruiseliriver.com/).
CNY200, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Buddha House Vegetarian Cafe

Fresh vegetarian dishes in tranquil Yangshuo garden setting.
CNY70, 1h

2:30pm

Bike Ride through Yangshuo Countryside

Bike rental CNY50, explore stunning rural karst scenery.
CNY50, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Indian Kitchen Yangshuo

Enjoy Indian vegetarian dinner with beautiful river views.
CNY90, 1.5h

8:30pm

Overnight stay at Yangshuo Mountain Retreat (4-Star)

Comfortable boutique hotel surrounded by natural beauty.
Approx CNY600/night, N/A
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Day 10: Travel to Shanghai

Shanghai, China on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Buddha House Vegetarian Cafe

Start day with a fresh vegetarian breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Transfer Yangshuo to Guilin Liangjiang Airport by taxi

Approx 1.5 hours, cost CNY150.
CNY150, 1.5h

11:30am

Flight Guilin to Shanghai Pudong Airport

Approx 3 hours flight, cost CNY1200. Book at https://www.trip.com/flights/
CNY1200, 3h

3:00pm

Airport Maglev train to Longyang Road Shanghai Metro Station

Fastest transit into city, 8 min ride, cost CNY50.
CNY50, 0.15h

3:30pm

Transfer Metro Line 2 to hotel

Reach hotel within 30 minutes by subway, CNY6 fare.
CNY6, 0.5h

4:00pm

Check-in at Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel (4-Star)

Comfortable accommodation near Yu Garden and The Bund.
Approx CNY750/night, 0.5h

5:00pm

Visit The Bund

Evening stroll with breathtaking views of the Huangpu River and skyline.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Indian vegetarian cuisine with authentic flavors in Shanghai.
CNY120, 1.5h
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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 near hotel.
CNY60, 1h

9:00am

Metro to Shanghai Museum

Metro Line 1 to People’s Square, CNY4, 10 mins.
CNY4, 0.25h

9:30am

Visit Shanghai Museum

Museum with rich Chinese art collections; free entry, online reservation: https://www.shanghaimuseum.net/museum/frontend/eng/subpage/showPage.jsp?content=eng/visit-booking.jsp
Free, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Veggie Kingdom

Vegetarian buffet with diverse Asian flavors near People’s Square.
CNY85, 1.5h

3:00pm

Visit Yu Garden & Bazaar

Classical garden with traditional architecture, entry CNY40. Tickets: http://www.yugarden.com.cn/en/
CNY40, 2h

6:00pm

Return to hotel rest

Short rest before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Second night enjoying Indian vegetarian offerings.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 12: Zhujiajiao Water Town Day

Shanghai, China on June 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Vegetarian breakfast to prepare for day trip.
CNY60, 1h

8:30am

Metro and Bus to Zhujiajiao Water Town

Take Metro Line 17 to Zhujiajiao Station, then bus 1 or taxi. Approx 1 hour total, cost CNY8.
CNY8, 1h

9:30am

Explore Zhujiajiao Water Town

Charming canals, ancient streets and numerous bridges. Optional boat ride CNY80.
Boat ride CNY80, ticket info: http://www.zjjtour.com/, 4h

2:00pm

Vegetarian Lunch at Ancient Town Tea House

Light vegetarian lunch with local teas in traditional ambiance.
CNY60, 1h

3:30pm

Return to Shanghai

Transit by bus and metro, approx 1 hour, cost CNY8.
CNY8, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Familiar Indian vegetarian dishes to end the day.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 13: Travel to Hangzhou & West Lake

Hangzhou, China on June 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Vegetarian breakfast to prepare for travel.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

High-speed train Shanghai Hongqiao to Hangzhou East

Fastest train 45-60 mins, cost approx CNY150. Book at https://www.12306.cn/en/index.html
CNY150, 1h

9:30am

Taxi to Hangzhou city center

Approx 15 min, fare CNY40.
CNY40, 0.25h

10:00am

Check-in at Hilton Hangzhou (4-Star)

Luxury stay near West Lake.
Approx CNY700/night, 0.5h

10:30am

Visit West Lake

Relax by picturesque lake with historic sites.
Free, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Fresh local vegetarian cuisine.
CNY70, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Lingyin Temple

Famous Buddhist temple with cliff carvings, open until 5:30pm.
CNY45. Tickets: https://www.lingyinsi.org/, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shivain Indian Restaurant

Indian vegetarian dishes to end the day.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 14: Tea Plantations & Nature

Hangzhou, China on June 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Traditional vegetarian breakfast.
CNY60, 1h

9:00am

Taxi to Longjing Tea Plantation

About 30 min transfer, fare CNY80.
CNY80, 0.5h

9:40am

Visit Longjing Tea Plantation

Tour famous green tea fields and sample fresh teas.
Entry CNY40, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Tea Village Vegetarian Restaurant

Tea plantation dining with vegetarian meals.
CNY65, 1h

2:30pm

Explore Meijiawu Tea Village

Enjoy peaceful stroll through a traditional tea village.
Free, 2h

6:30pm

Taxi back to Hangzhou city

Return transfer costing CNY80.
CNY80, 0.5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Shivain Indian Restaurant

Favorite Indian vegetarian dishes.
CNY100, 1.5h
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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 before train ride.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

High-speed train Hangzhou to Suzhou

Approx 1.5h journey, ticket approx CNY90. Book at https://www.12306.cn/en/index.html
CNY90, 1.5h

9:45am

Taxi to Suzhou City Center

Approx 20min, cost CNY40.
CNY40, 0.33h

10:15am

Check-in at Pan Pacific Suzhou (4-Star)

Stylish hotel close to gardens and canals.
Approx CNY600/night, 0.5h

11:00am

Visit Humble Administrator’s Garden

One of China’s most famous classical gardens.
CNY70. Tickets: http://www.zhuozhengyuan.com/, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Green Leaf Restaurant

Vegetarian dishes near the gardens.
CNY65, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Lingering Garden

Another UNESCO classical Chinese garden site.
CNY55. Info: https://www.suzhou.gov.cn/, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi

Indian vegetarian specialties in central Suzhou.
CNY100, 1.5h
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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 the day.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Boat tour on Suzhou Canals

One-hour scenic boat ride through traditional canals, ticket CNY120. Book onsite or via https://www.suzhouworld.com/
CNY120, 1h

11:00am

Suzhou Silk Museum

Explore silk industry history and production. Entry CNY40. Website: http://www.szmuseum.com/
CNY40, 1.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Vegetarian Garden Restaurant

Tasty local vegetarian dishes in a garden setting.
CNY65, 1h

3:00pm

Master of Nets Garden

Smaller garden known for elegant layout, entry CNY40.
CNY40, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi

Final Indian vegetarian dinner in Suzhou.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 17: Departure

Suzhou/Shanghai, China on June 15, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Leaf Restaurant

Final vegetarian breakfast before departure if time permits.
CNY50, 1h

8:00am

Train from Suzhou to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport

Fastest option, approx 30 min, ticket CNY40. Timetables at https://www.12306.cn/en/index.html
CNY40, 0.5h

9:00am

Arrive Shanghai Airport for international departure

Prepare for flight home or onward travel.
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