12-Day China Luxury Private Tour: Beijing, Zhangjiajie, Guilin & Shanghai

Day 1: Beijing Arrival
Welcome to Beijing, China’s capital city and cultural heart. Upon arrival at Beijing Capital Airport, you’ll be greeted by your private guide and transferred to your luxury hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town (5-star)

Day 2: The Temple of Heaven & Forbidden City
Begin your journey with a visit to the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Stroll across Tiananmen Square, the world’s largest city square, and spend the afternoon exploring the legendary Forbidden City, the largest imperial palace in the world.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 3: The Great Wall at Mutianyu
Take a scenic drive to Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and take a cable car ride for an unforgettable experience. Return to Beijing in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 4: The Summer Palace & Flight to Zhangjiajie
Visit the Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese garden design and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later, fly to Zhangjiajie, home to the world-famous Avatar mountains.
Accommodation: Pullman Zhangjiajie (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 5: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Explore the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, featuring towering sandstone pillars and lush greenery. Highlights include Yuanjiajie and the First Bridge under Heaven – the real-life inspiration for Pandora in the movie Avatar.
Accommodation: Pullman Zhangjiajie (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 6: Tianmen Mountain & Glass Bridge Adventure
Take the world’s longest cable car to Tianmen Mountain and experience the thrilling Glass Skywalk. Later, walk the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, the highest and longest glass-bottom bridge in the world.
Accommodation: Pullman Zhangjiajie (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 7: Zhangjiajie – Changsha – Guilin
Transfer to Changsha for your flight to Guilin, famous for its idyllic karst landscapes. Upon arrival, check into your luxury riverside hotel.
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 8: Guilin City Highlights & Daxu Old Town
Discover Reed Flute Cave, Guilin’s most famous karst cave, then stroll along Two Rivers and Four Lakes. Later, visit Daxu Old Town, an ancient riverside village full of traditional charm.
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 9: Li River Cruise to Yangshuo
Enjoy a 4-hour Li River Cruise to Yangshuo, surrounded by surreal karst peaks. Explore West Street and the peaceful countryside. Overnight in a boutique hotel.
Accommodation: Yangshuo Ancient Garden Boutique Hotel (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 10: Biking in Yangshuo & Flight to Shanghai
Cycle or take an e-scooter along the Yulong River, passing through emerald rice paddies and charming villages. Later, fly to Shanghai, China’s modern metropolis.
Accommodation: Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 11: Shanghai Highlights with Bund Discovery
Visit Yu Garden, the elegant classical garden in the old city, then admire panoramic views from Shanghai Tower. Stroll along the iconic Bund and experience the vibrant nightlife of Nanjing Road.
Accommodation: Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai (5-star)
Meals: B, L, D

Day 12: Shanghai Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home. Your 12-day luxury China tour ends here.
Meals: B