17-Day China Tour with History, Architecture, Nature, and Indian Cuisine Plus 4-Star Hotels & Transit Details

Day 1: Beijing Arrival & Exploration

Beijing, China on May 30, 2025

7:00am

Check-in at Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao (4-star)

Comfortable 4-star hotel centrally located with easy access to main attractions in Beijing. Rooms from approx CNY600/night.
CNY600, N/A

8:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Hearty vegetarian breakfast with dosa, idli, and chai for familiar Indian flavors.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Visit the Forbidden City

Explore the imperial palace showcasing Ming/Qing architecture and history. Book tickets online at https://en.dpm.org.cn/tickets/, Entry CNY60.
CNY60, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Pure Lotus Vegetarian

Chinese vegetarian specialties in a tranquil ambiance.
CNY70, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Tiananmen Square

Walk through iconic public square, free entry.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Walk along Wangfujing Street

Shopping and street food exploration, free to explore.
Free, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Krishna Restaurant

Indian vegetarian dinner with authentic recipes in a relaxed setting.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 2: Great Wall & Temple of Heaven

Beijing, China on May 31, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Vegetarian South Indian breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

8:00am

Travel to Mutianyu Great Wall by private taxi

Fastest option, approx 1.5 hours one way, cost CNY250 one way.
CNY500 round trip, 3h (total round trip travel)

9:30am

Great Wall at Mutianyu

Less crowded restored section with cable car option. Cable car + entry total CNY145. Book tickets: https://www.mutianyugreatwall.net/.
CNY145, 3h

1:00pm

Vegetarian Lunch at The Veggie Table (return to Beijing)

Healthy vegetarian meal near city center.
CNY80, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Temple of Heaven

Ming dynasty religious complex. Entry CNY35. Book: https://www.templeofheavenpark.org.cn/en/
CNY35, 2h

6:30pm

Return to hotel

Rest and refresh.
Included in taxi, 0.5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Gange Indian Restaurant

Excellent Indian vegetarian cuisine in Beijing.
CNY110, 1.5h
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Day 3: Summer Palace & Peking Opera

Beijing, China on June 1, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Start day with familiar breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Travel to Summer Palace by Subway Line 4

Fast and economical, approx 45 mins, cost CNY5.
CNY5, 0.75h

9:15am

Visit Summer Palace

Stunning gardens and lake area, entry CNY60. Online booking: https://www.summerpalace-china.com/tickets.html.
CNY60, 3h

1:00pm

Vegetarian Lunch at Veggie Garden nearby

Variety of Chinese vegetarian fare.
CNY70, 1h

2:15pm

Subway back city center

Return trip via subway, cost CNY5, 45 mins.
CNY5, 0.75h

3:00pm

Visit National Museum of China

Free entry, large collection of Chinese history artifacts. Online registration at https://en.chnmuseum.cn/
Free, 3h

7:00pm

Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre

Traditional opera with face-changing, show 7:30-9:30pm. Tickets CNY180 online: https://www.tickets.liyuanbeijing.com/
CNY180, 2h

9:45pm

Dinner at Krishna Restaurant

Enjoy Indian vegetarian dinner post-show.
CNY100, 1h
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Day 4: Flight to Xi'an & City Wall

Xi'an, China on June 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Indian Veggie Delight

Get energizing vegetarian breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Beijing Capital Airport

Approx 45 mins, cost approx CNY120.
CNY120, 0.75h

10:00am

Flight to Xi'an Xianyang Airport

Flight roughly 2 hours, economy approx CNY850. Recommended carriers: Air China or China Eastern.
CNY850, 2h

12:30pm

Airport transfer to Citadines Central Xi'an (4-star)

Taxi approx 40 min, cost CNY120. Central location with comfortable rooms from CNY450 per night.
CNY120 + Hotel CNY450, 0.75h

1:15pm

Vegetarian Lunch at Green Vegetarian House

Local favorite vegetarian Chinese dishes.
CNY60, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Ancient City Wall

Cycle along walls, bike rental CNY54. Tickets CNY54. Book: https://www.xacitywall.com/
CNY54, 2h

5:00pm

Small Wild Goose Pagoda

Tang dynasty relics, ticket CNY30, website: http://www.daciensi.com/
CNY30, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Taj Indian Restaurant

Famous Indian vegetarian food with cozy ambiance.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 5: Terracotta Warriors & Muslim Quarter

Xi'an, China on June 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Vegetarian House

Early vegetarian breakfast to prepare for day trip.
CNY50, 1h

8:00am

Taxi to Terracotta Warriors Museum

40-min taxi, cost approx CNY100 one way.
CNY200 round trip, 1.5h round trip

9:30am

Visit Terracotta Warriors Museum

World-famous archaeological site, tickets CNY120 + shuttle bus CNY10. Online booking https://www.bmy.com.cn/en/
CNY130, 4h

2:00pm

Lunch at Jade Vegetarian

Excellent vegetarian dining near museum.
CNY75, 1h

3:30pm

Explore Muslim Quarter

Street food and shopping district, free to stroll.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Taj Indian Restaurant

Indian vegetarian dinner to round off day.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 6: Flight to Chengdu & Giant Pandas

Chengdu, China on June 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Green Vegetarian House

Morning vegetarian meal.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Xi'an Airport

45 mins approx, cost CNY120.
CNY120, 0.75h

10:00am

Flight Xi'an to Chengdu Shuangliu Airport

1.5-hr flight, cost approx CNY700.
CNY700, 1.5h

11:45am

Taxi to Novotel Chengdu Taihe (4-star)

Approx 40 mins, cost CNY100. Comfortable rooms from CNY500/night.
CNY100 + Hotel CNY500, 0.75h

12:30pm

Lunch at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Sichuan-style vegetarian food with robust flavors.
CNY70, 1h

2:00pm

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Open 7:30am-6pm. Tickets CNY58. Book online: http://www.panda.org.cn/english/index.asp.
CNY58, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Dosa and Curry Indian Restaurant

Cozy Indian vegetarian dinner with south India inspired dishes.
CNY90, 1.5h
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Day 7: Ancient Streets & Sichuan Opera

Chengdu, China on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Begin with local vegetarian breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Visit Wuhou Shrine

Famous historical temple, cost CNY60, online info http://www.wuhoushrine.cn/
CNY60, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Simple Life Vegetarian Cafe

Contemporary vegetarian Asian fusion near Jinli Street.
CNY70, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Jinli Ancient Street

Free to enter; enjoy crafts, teas, and snacks.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Sichuan Opera & Face Changing Show at Shufeng Yayun Teahouse

Show 7-9:30pm. Tickets CNY120 online: https://www.sftxjp.com/en/ticket/
CNY120, 2.5h

9:45pm

Dinner at Dosa and Curry Indian Restaurant

Late dinner with favorite Indian vegetarian dishes.
CNY90, 1h
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Day 8: Flight to Guilin & Reed Flute Cave

Guilin, China on June 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Vegetarian breakfast to start travel day.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Chengdu Airport

45-minute ride, approx CNY100.
CNY100, 0.75h

10:00am

Flight Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang Airport

Approx 2-hour flight, cost CNY900.
CNY900, 2h

12:30pm

Taxi to Guilin Bravo Hotel (4-star)

Approx 45 mins, cost CNY110. Modern hotel near city center, rooms from CNY400/night.
CNY110 + Hotel CNY400, 0.75h

1:30pm

Lunch at Loving Hut Vegetarian

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

3:00pm

Visit Reed Flute Cave

Spectacular illuminated cave, tickets CNY90. Info: http://www.reedflutecave.com/
CNY90, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Indian Curry Palace

Rich Indian vegetarian food near hotel.
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 Li River cruise.
CNY40, 45m

7:30am

Li River Cruise Guilin to Yangshuo

Scenic 4-5 hour cruise, tickets approx CNY200. Online bookings available on Guilin Cruise official site.
CNY200, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Buddha House Vegetarian Cafe, Yangshuo

Fresh local vegetarian dishes in garden ambiance.
CNY70, 1h

2:30pm

Bike tour in Yangshuo countryside

Rent bike for CNY50 and cycle picturesque trails surrounded by karst peaks.
CNY50, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Indian Kitchen Yangshuo

Indian vegetarian dinner with scenic river views.
CNY90, 1.5h
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Day 10: Flight to Shanghai & The Bund

Shanghai, China on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Buddha House Vegetarian Cafe

Start with nutritious vegetarian breakfast.
CNY50, 1h

8:30am

Taxi to Guilin Airport

Approx 40 mins, cost CNY100.
CNY100, 0.75h

10:00am

Flight Guilin to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport

3-hour flight, cost approx CNY1200.
CNY1200, 3h

1:15pm

Taxi to Hotel Indigo Shanghai on the Bund (4-star)

Approx 30-minute drive, cost CNY120. Stylish hotel on the Bund, rooms from CNY700/night.
CNY120 + Hotel CNY700, 0.5h

2:00pm

Lunch at Pure Veggie House

Creative vegetarian cuisine near hotel.
CNY80, 1h

3:30pm

Visit The Bund

Famous waterfront promenade highlights colonial architecture, free walk.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Rest at hotel

Rest after a day of travel and sightseeing.
N/A, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Authentic Indian vegetarian dining with elegant ambiance.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 11: Museums & Gardens

Shanghai, China on June 9, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Sampling innovative vegetarian options for breakfast.
CNY60, 1h

9:00am

Metro Line 1 to Shanghai Museum

Fast metro, approx 20 mins, ticket CNY3.
CNY3, 0.33h

9:30am

Visit Shanghai Museum

Free entry, premier Chinese art and cultural exhibits. Register online: http://www.shanghaimuseum.net/museum/frontend/eng/
Free, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Veggie Kingdom

Buffet style vegetarian Asian cuisine.
CNY85, 1.5h

2:15pm

Visit Yu Garden & Bazaar

Historic garden with classical architecture, tickets CNY40. Book: https://www.yugarden.com.cn/
CNY40, 2h

6:30pm

Metro Line 10 to hotel

Return metro ride to hotel, CNY3, 20 minutes.
CNY3, 0.33h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Authentic Indian vegetarian dishes after full day.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 12: Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town

Shanghai, China on June 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Start with vegetarian breakfast.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

Taxi to Zhujiajiao Water Town

Approx 1-hour taxi ride, cost CNY150 each way. Alternatively, Metro and bus combined approx 1.5-2 hrs, CNY15.
CNY300 round trip by taxi, 2h round trip

9:30am

Explore Zhujiajiao Water Town

Old water town with canals, boat rides available for CNY80. Local vegetarian snacks available.
CNY80, 4h

2:00pm

Lunch at Ancient Town Tea House

Traditional vegetarian dishes with tea in authentic ambiance.
CNY60, 1h

3:30pm

Return to Shanghai

Taxi ride back to city, approx 1h.
Included, 1h

6:00pm

Relax at hotel

Refresh after day trip.
N/A, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bollywood Restaurant

Dinner featuring Indian vegetarian favorites.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 13: Train to Hangzhou & West Lake

Hangzhou, China on June 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pure Veggie House

Vegetarian breakfast before train departure.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

Taxi to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

20 mins taxi, approx CNY50.
CNY50, 0.33h

9:00am

High-speed train Shanghai to Hangzhou

Approx 1hr ride, tickets approx CNY150. Book at https://www.china-railway.com.cn/
CNY150, 1h

10:15am

Taxi to Hyatt Regency Hangzhou (4-star)

Approx 20 minutes, CNY50. Luxury 4-star hotel near West Lake, rooms from CNY600/night.
CNY50 + Hotel CNY600, 0.33h

11:00am

Visit West Lake

Classic scenic lake with temples and gardens, free entry.
Free, 3h

2:00pm

Lunch at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Creative vegetarian dishes using local produce.
CNY70, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Lingyin Temple

Famous Buddhist temple, ticket CNY45. Online info http://www.lingyinsi.org/
CNY45, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shivain Indian Restaurant

Authentic Indian vegetarian dinner in Hangzhou.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 14: Tea Plantations & Village Walk

Hangzhou, China on June 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Start day with fresh vegetarian dishes.
CNY60, 1h

9:00am

Taxi to Longjing Tea Plantation

Approx 30 mins taxi, CNY50.
CNY50, 0.5h

9:45am

Tour Longjing Tea Plantation

Sample tea and learn processing. Entry CNY40. No online booking available.
CNY40, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Tea Village Vegetarian Restaurant

Light vegetarian lunch in peaceful environment.
CNY65, 1h

2:30pm

Meijiawu Tea Village Walk

Scenic stroll through tea village, free.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Return taxi to hotel

Approx 30 mins, CNY50.
CNY50, 0.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Shivain Indian Restaurant

Familiar Indian vegetarian dishes for dinner.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 15: Train to Suzhou & Gardens

Suzhou, China on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Veggie Life Hangzhou

Hearty vegetarian breakfast before train travel.
CNY60, 1h

8:00am

Taxi to Hangzhou East Railway Station

Approx 20 mins, CNY40.
CNY40, 0.33h

9:00am

High-speed train Hangzhou to Suzhou

Approx 1.5 hours, CNY90. Book tickets online https://www.china-railway.com.cn/
CNY90, 1.5h

10:45am

Taxi to Pan Pacific Suzhou (4-star)

10 mins taxi, cost CNY30. Luxury hotel near gardens, rooms from CNY500.
CNY30 + Hotel CNY500, 0.33h

11:30am

Visit Humble Administrator’s Garden

UNESCO listed classical garden, tickets CNY70. Book at https://en.visitsuzhou.com/c/with/101967.html
CNY70, 1.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Green Leaf Restaurant

Fresh vegetarian meals in garden district.
CNY65, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Lingering Garden

Elegant classical garden, tickets CNY55. Book online at same site as Humble Administrator’s Garden.
CNY55, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi

Indian vegetarian dinner with authentic flavors in Suzhou.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 16: Canal Ride & Silk Museum

Suzhou, China on June 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Green Leaf Restaurant

Vegetarian breakfast of local produce.
CNY50, 1h

9:15am

Boat tour on Suzhou Canals

One-hour guided ride showcasing city canals and architecture, ticket CNY120. Book at https://en.visitsuzhou.com/c/with/101974.html
CNY120, 1h

11:00am

Visit Suzhou Silk Museum

Learn silk history and see production exhibits, ticket CNY40. Details: http://www.szmuseum.com/en
CNY40, 1.5h

12:45pm

Lunch at Vegetarian Garden Restaurant

Local vegetarian cuisine in serene setting.
CNY65, 1h

2:00pm

Master of Nets Garden

Small classical garden, ticket CNY40.
CNY40, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi

Finish with Indian vegetarian delights.
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 if time permits.
CNY50, 1h

8:00am

Train Suzhou to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport

Approx 30-40 mins, cost CNY90. Book tickets: https://www.china-railway.com.cn/
CNY90, 0.75h

9:00am

Arrive Shanghai Airport and prepare for departure

Allow 3 hours pre-flight for check-in and security.
N/A, N/A
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