- Chinese and Tibetan culture
- Diverse landscapes in China with the majestic Mount Everest
- Ancient Tibetan temples and monasteries
- Contrast between ancient and modern
Referenced hotel: Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★
When you arrive in China's capital, Beijing, your tour guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. After completing hotel check-in, the rest of the day will be free for you.
Referenced hotel:Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to begin exploring the historic city of Beijing. First, we will visit Tian'anmen Square, the largest in the world, which has been the scene of numerous political and historical events. You will cross the square and visit the Forbidden City, the largest and most complete imperial palace in the world, which was the residence of the emperors.
We will have lunch at a local restaurant with culinary delights. After lunch, we will tour the Beijing Hutongs, alleys built during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, filled with houses around the Hutongs, where residents lead a traditional life. Then, we will head to Jingshan Park, where from the top of Coal Hill you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the Forbidden City. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to taste Chinese tea at the China Tea House.
On the way back to the hotel, you can choose to plan a visit to a night show or enjoy a delicious Beijing Lacquered Duck (optional extra service), and ask the guide about other night activities.
Referenced hotel:Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby and today you will leave for Mutianyu Great Wall by private car to explore the Great Wall. The Great Wall runs through six provinces and one autonomous region in northern China, and the Mutianyu section is the most popular with foreign tourists. If you prefer not to walk to the Wall, you can choose to take the cable car to tour it.
At noon, you will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, where you can try the delicious local cuisine. After lunch, you will return to Beijing city. On the way back, you will have the opportunity to visit the exterior of the Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest) and the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube), two impressive structures built for the Beijing Olympic Games. Then, you can visit the China Pearl Museum, where you will find high-quality pearls.
Back at the hotel, you can plan evening activities such as massages and bars on Houhai Street.
Referenced hotel: Somerset Xindicheng Xi'an ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby. Please prepare your luggage and put it in the private vehicle, because after visiting the tourist attraction today, we will take you to the railway station to take the high-speed train to Xi'an.
Today you will visit the latest tourist attraction in Beijing, the Temple of Heaven, where emperors used to pray for good harvests. It is the largest structure in China dedicated to celestial sacrifice. In the morning, local Beijing residents practice tai chi and dance at the Temple of Heaven Square.
After the visit, you will be transferred to Beijing train station to take the high-speed train to Xi'an. Your guide in Xi'an will be waiting for you at the train station and will take you to the hotel. Before leaving Beijing, you can buy some packed food as lunch on the train.
Referenced hotel: Somerset Xindicheng Xi'an ★★★★
Our guide will wait for you in the hotel lobby to begin the tour of the ancient city.
First we will visit the Terracotta Warriors, one of the most important archaeological finds in the world. Here you will find soldiers, horses and chariots arranged in battle formation. A golf cart will be arranged for your convenience while you admire the spectacular view of the Terracotta Warriors. You will have the opportunity to experience the process of making "terracotta figures" at a nearby factory and can take home a figure made by yourself as a special souvenir.
We will have lunch at a nearby restaurant that offers delicious local dishes. In the afternoon, we will visit the Bell Tower, the largest and best preserved in China in terms of structure and shape. We will then head to the Muslim Quarter, where Xi'an's Muslim community lives. Here you will find numerous traditional restaurants and a lively atmosphere. You will have the opportunity to taste authentic Muslim food and learn about their lifestyle.
Then we will return to the hotel. On the way back, we can arrange optional evening activities such as Tang Dynasty dance show with dinner.
Referenced hotel:Lhasa Hotel ★★★★
After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport for the morning flight to Lhasa. Your guide in Tibet will be waiting for you at the airport and will help you transfer you to the hotel. In the afternoon, you can walk around the hotel to get the first impression of Tibet. You will have enough time to rest today and adjust to the altitude, adequately preparing for tomorrow's trip.
Referenced hotel: Lhasa Hotel ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to begin exploring this sacred city.
First, we will visit the Potala Palace, the largest temple in the world and the official residence of the Dalai Lama. You will circle around the Potala Palace clockwise to appreciate the daily devotees and experience the life of the locals. Then, we will arrange a visit to the opposite hill to get a panoramic view of the Potala Palace. The opposite hill is the best place to take photos.
At noon, you will have lunch at a restaurant offering a variety of local delicacies.
Afterwards, we will visit Jokhang Monastery, where monks receive formal training and education. You will have time to shop on Barkhor Street, which is a window to Tibetan culture and a place to purchase colorful and rare ethnic crafts rarely seen outside of Tibet.
On the way back to the hotel, you can plan a nighttime show and ask your guide for some suggestions.
Referenced hotel: Lhasa Hotel ★★★★
Because Lhasa is located on a plateau and there is little oxygen, we have planned for you to rest this morning and go on a tour in the afternoon.
Therefore, this morning you can get up later and rest a little more. After enjoying a delicious lunch, our guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Sera Monastery, one of the three great monasteries of Tibet, built in 1419 and home to tens of thousands of Buddhas.
After finishing the visit, you will return to your hotel. On the way back, you can plan some evening activities with your guide.
Referenced hotel: Hotel en Shigatse ★★★★
Today morning, you will travel by private car to Shigatse, also known as Xigatse, which means "fertile land." This is one of the highest cities with beautiful plateau landscapes. Along the way, you can stop to visit Yamdrok Lake, one of the three sacred lakes of Tibet. Then you will continue your journey to Palkhor Monastery, a typical construction of towers and monasteries in Tibet. Afterwards, we will continue our journey towards Shigatse (3836m). You will stay in Shigatse.
Referenced hotel: Hotel en Tingri ★★★★
This morning you will enjoy a visit to Tashilhunpo Monastery, one of the six great monasteries in Tibet and the seat of the Panchen Lama. After that, by private car you will go to Sakya Monastery, the main monastery of the Sakya sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Then, you will continue your journey to Tingri (4300m). You will reach there in the evening and stay at Tingri. Although the hotel is simple, it is very comfortable and the people are very friendly.
Referenced hotel: Hotel of Shigatse ★★★★
Nowadays you need to get up early. Generally, between 4 and 5 in the morning, you can take a photo of the sunrise over the summit of Mount Everest. Then, you will travel along a bumpy road towards Mount Everest Base Camp (5200m). You will stay there for a while to appreciate this sacred mountain. Afterwards, you will return to Shigatse, a trip that will take approximately 8.5 hours. You will spend the night in Shigatse.
Referenced hotel: Lhasa Hotel ★★★★
After a delicious breakfast, you need to continue your trip by private car. On the way back to Lhasa, we will go along the Yarlung Tsangpo River route. Therefore, you will have the opportunity to enjoy different and beautiful views from the window. Lunch will be served on the way.
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★
Today your trip to Tibet ends and you will take a plane from Lhasa to Shanghai. Your guide in Shanghai will be waiting for you at the airport. Although there are no sightseeing tours scheduled for today, you can explore some interesting places in Shanghai on your own, such as Tianzifang, the French Concession, among others. You can also ask your guide in Shanghai for activity suggestions.
Referenced hotel: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★
Our guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to begin exploring the modern Chinese city.
First, you will visit Shikumen, which showcases the traditional Shanghai architectural style that combines Western and Chinese elements and first appeared in the 1860s.
Next, you will visit Yuyuan Garden, a classical Chinese garden located in the center of the city, built during the Ming Dynasty between 1559 and 1577.
You will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, where you can try delicious and authentic local food.
After lunch, you will continue with the excursion. You will first visit Shanghai Old Street, the oldest shopping street in the city, where you can find special souvenirs and buy silk products at the Silk Museum. Then, take a leisurely stroll along the Bund, famous for its "World Architecture Exhibition." On the other side of the Bund is the Oriental Pearl Tower.
Next, you'll head to Lujiazui, formerly known as "Lokatse" due to local pronunciation, a peninsula formed by a bend of the Huangpu River. Since the early 1990s, Lujiazui has been developed as Shanghai's new financial district. Here you will find the Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in the world at 492 meters high, from where you can enjoy stunning views.
Finally, you will return to the hotel. On the way back, you can plan to attend an acrobatic show at night, especially the "ERA" show, one of the most popular night shows in Shanghai.
Today we will take you to the airport. Before going to the airport, you have free time to do whatever you want according to your schedule. If you are interested, we can arrange your transportation to Pudong Airport by maglev train, or we will take you directly to the airport by private vehicle.
Number of Travelers | Mar.- Nov. | Dec.- Feb. |
2 - 5 persons | $4655 | $4300 |
6 - 9 persons | $4417 | $4006 |
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