Discover the best of China on this exciting journey through history, nature, and culture. Explore Chengdu’s famous sites, including the Giant Buddha, Emei Mountain, and the Dujiangyan Panda Base. Stroll through lively ancient streets and experience the city’s rich heritage. Then, head to Zhangjiajie to see the stunning Avatar Mountain, walk the thrilling Glass Bridge, and enjoy breathtaking scenery. Wrap up your adventure with a high-speed train to Guangzhou for a final taste of China before heading home.
Auckland – Guangzhou
Flight to Guangzhou from Auckland
Guangzhou – Chengdu
Lunch
Dinner After arriving in Guangzhou , then flight to Chengdu, the tour guide will pick you up and take you to the hotel for a rest
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Gulou Chengdu or similar 4-star hotel
Chengdu – Leshan – Emei Mountain
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After breakfast, visit the Thatched Cottage of Du Fu. This was the former residence of Du Fu, a great poet in the Tang Dynasty of China. It preserves many traces of Du Fu's poems and is full of cultural heritage. Then take a special car to Leshan and visit the Giant Buddha at Lingyun Mountain. It is the largest stone - carved sitting Buddha in the world, sitting majestically by the river. After that, head to Emei Mountain (1 - hour drive).
Hotel Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Emeshan or similar 4-star hotel
Emei Mountain – Chengdu
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After breakfast, visit Emei Mountain (take the cable car up and down to the Golden Summit). Emei Mountain is one of the four famous Buddhist mountains in China, with beautiful scenery. The Golden Summit offers a magnificent view of the sunrise and sea of clouds. Then return to Chengdu urban area.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Gulou Chengdu or similar 4-star hotel
Chengdu – Dujiangyan – Chengdu
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After breakfast, go to Dujiangyan and visit the Dujiangyan Panda Base (including the battery - powered vehicle). It is the home of giant pandas, where you can closely observe the cute and charming daily lives of these national treasures.Then visit the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project. It is the oldest, the only remaining, and still - in - use large - scale water - conservancy project in the world, characterized by dam - less water diversion. Subsequently, return to Chengdu and visit Kuanzhai Alley, which consists of Kuan Alley, Zhai Alley, and Jing Alley. It is full of the urban life flavor of Chengdu, and you can taste local delicacies here.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Gulou Chengdu or similar 4-star hotel
Chengdu
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After breakfast, visit the Sanxingdui Museum. The museum houses a large number of unique ancient Shu cultural relics, displaying the mysterious and glorious ancient Shu civilization. Then visit the Wuhou Shrine, a temple commemorating Liu Bei, Zhuge Liang and other heroes of the Shu Han period, full of historical significance. Subsequently, stroll along Jinli Ancient Street, which is full of antique flavor and has various traditional snacks and handicrafts. Then have tea in Renmin Park, experiencing the leisurely slow - life of Chengdu, and go shopping in
Taikoo Li, tasting local food by yourself.
Note: If a reservation for the Sanxingdui Museum cannot be made, the visit will be switched to the Jinsha Site Museum.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Gulou Chengdu or similar 4-star hotel
Chengdu – Zhangjiajie
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Be transferred to the airport in the morning and take a flight to Zhangjiajie. After arrival, the tour guide will pick you up and visit Tianmen Cave Scenic Area (including round - trip cable car, escalator, and scenic area transportation).Tianmen Cave is a landmark scenic spot of Tianmen Mountain. The huge cave is like a gate to the sky. After going down the mountain, go to the hotel for check - in.
Hotel Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Expert Village Courtyard Hotel or similar 4-star hotel
Wulingyuan
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After breakfast, visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (take Bailong Elevator up and Tianzi Mountain Cableway down), and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yuanjiajie, West Sea, Avatar Mountain, etc. in the forest park. Here, strange peaks and rocks stand in great numbers, as if it is a dreamy fairyland carefully carved by nature. After going down the mountain, visit Shili Gallery Scenic Area (including the small train). The scenery along Shili Gallery is like a beautiful painting, with strange peaks and rocks unfolding before your eyes. Taking the small train for a tour has a unique flavor.
Hotel Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Expert Village Courtyard Hotel or similar 4-star hotel
Zhangjiajie
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After breakfast, visit Jinbian Stream. The water in Jinbian Stream is clear, and strange peaks stand on both sides.Walking along the stream is like being in a natural oxygen bar. Then visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon + Yuntiandu Glass Bridge (including shoe covers). Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon has magnificent scenery, and the Yuntiandu Glass Bridge spans the canyon. Walking on it can give you a thrilling and exciting experience.
Hotel Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Expert Village Courtyard Hotel or similar 4-star hotel
Zhangjiajie – Guangzhou
Breakfast
After breakfast,take fast train G6151 09:50-15:34 to Guangzhou,upon arrival, the driver-guide will take you to the city center for free shopping. Transfer to the airport at the specified time in the evening.
Guangzhou – Auckland
Flight back to NZ
| Twin Share | Single | |
|---|---|---|
| per person | $4999.00 | +$515 |
*Itinerary and costs subject to change. Airline, fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment
