Discover China’s most iconic sights, from the pandas of Chengdu to the misty peaks of Zhangjiajie, Li River cruises, water towns, and dynamic Shanghai on this cultural adventure.
| Depature Date | Return Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 14th Mar 2026 | Sun 29th Mar 2026 | 16 Days |
| Tue 12th May 2026 | Wed 27th May 2026 | 16 Days |
| Thu 20th Aug 2026 | Fri 4th Sep 2026 | 16 Days |
| Sun 25th Oct 2026 | Mon 9th Nov 2026 | 16 Days |
Auckland - Shanghai
Take a flight to Shanghai in the evening.
Shanghai
Lunch
Dinner
Arrive in Shanghai in the morning. Meet the guide at the airport and begin sightseeing: visit City God Temple + Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, the Bund, Xintiandi, Tianzifang, and Shikumen architecture.
Hotel Accommodation: Shanghai Jin Jiang Metropolo Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Shanghai
Breakfast
Lunch
After breakfast, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, then tour the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the Shanghai Museum East Hall. In the evening, enjoy a night cruise on the Huangpu River.
Hotel Accommodation: Shanghai Jin Jiang Metropolo Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Shanghai - Guilin
Breakfast
Lunch
Flight: Morning flight to Guilin.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, meet the local guide and visit Guilin’s iconic Elephant Trunk Hill Park.
Hotel Accommodation: Guilin Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Guilin - Yangshuo
Breakfast
Lunch
After breakfast, head to the Zhujiang Pier to board a 4-star cruise ship along the Li River to Yangshuo (guide on board). Upon arrival, stroll through West Street in Yangshuo.
Hotel Accommodation: Yangshuo West Street Rezen Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Yangshuo - Guilin
Breakfast
Lunch
Free time in the morning. In the afternoon, visit Reed Flute Cave and the Jingjiang Princes’ City.
Hotel Accommodation: Guilin Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Guilin - Chengdu
Breakfast
Dinner
Train (reference): Guilin West – Chengdu East D1804, 10:39–17:09 (6h30m), or similar, 2nd class seat.
After breakfast, transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Chengdu. Upon arrival, meet the guide and have dinner before checking into the hotel.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Gulou or equivalent 4-star hotel
Chengdu
Breakfast
Lunch
After breakfast, visit the Panda Breeding and Research Base, drink tea in People’s Park, then explore Taikoo Li and Kuanzhai Alley.
Optional: Sichuan Opera with face-changing performance (extra cost).
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Gulou or equivalent 4-star hotel
Chengdu
Breakfast
Lunch
Full-day tour to Leshan Giant Buddha and Huanglongxi Ancient Town, then return to Chengdu.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Gulou or equivalent 4-star hotel
Chengdu - Huaihua - Fenghuang Ancient Town
Breakfast
Train: Chengdu East – Huaihua South G2187, 10:10–15:06 (4h56m), or similar, 2nd class seat.
After breakfast, transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Huaihua. Upon arrival, meet the guide and enjoy the night view of the ancient town.
Hotel Accommodation: Fengming Tianxia International Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Fenghuang - Zhangjiajie
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, tour Fenghuang Ancient Town. After lunch, visit Furong Town and then proceed to Zhangjiajie city for hotel check-in.
Hotel Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Dongyue Xinyue Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Zhangjiajie - Wulingyuan
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Visit Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, including the cable car, eco shuttle bus, one-way escalator at Tianmen Cave, glass skywalk with shoe covers, and the Guigu plank path. Visit the Tujia Folk Customs Park.
Hotel Accommodation: Wyndham Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Wulingyuan
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: take the Bailong Elevator up and the Tianzi Mountain cableway down. Explore Yuanjiajie, the Western Sea, Hallelujah Mountain, and the Ten-mile Gallery (including scenic train).
Hotel Accommodation: Wyndham Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Zhangjiajie - Shanghai
Breakfast
Lunch
Flight (reference): Zhangjiajie – Shanghai Pudong FM9344, 20:35–22:40
After breakfast, visit Golden Whip Stream and then Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge.
Hotel Accommodation: Shanghai Jin Jiang Metropolo Hotel or equivalent 4-star hotel
Shanghai - Zhujiajiao
Breakfast
Full-day tour of Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town. Return to Shanghai, have dinner, and transfer to Pudong Airport.
Shanghai - Auckland
Fly back to Auckland.
| Twin Share | Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Per Person | 4699 | 755 |
*Itinerary and costs subject to change. Airline, fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment
Please note that special promotional fares are non-refundable and non-cancellable for personal reasons. NZD1000.00 per person is required at the time of booking and the balance to be paid 3 months prior to departure. Passport details must be provided immediately to secure your reservation.
