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The Golden Ring of China
Private tour

The Golden Ring of China

cnChina
hkHong Kong SAR China
4 cities
13 days, 12 nights
Day by day
Places you explore
Recommended hotels
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Day 1 Beijing

Arrival


Upon arrival, your driver meets you and takes you to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Breakfast included
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
No.18 Xuanwumenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, Beijing, CN, 100052
Deluxe Double Room
1 room
Up to 3 guests
2 Double Beds
46 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Airport Transfer Sedan
Chinese Visa Processing Service
Chinese Visa Processing Service
Day 2 Beijing

Exploring Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City


In the morning, you meet your guide and go on an amazing sightseeing tour around the most renowned Beijing landmarks.


You start with a visit to the legendary Tiananmen Square, where the mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the National Museum of China, the House of People's Meetings and the monument to the National Heroes are located.


Then you enjoy a guided walking tour through the former residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties - the Forbidden City. You explore its numerous awe-inspiring halls and mysterious temples.


Following lunch, you visit the fantastic ensemble of lakes, gardens and imperial buildings - the Summer Palace, and take a walk at the famous Silk Store, where you can buy some traditional Chinese souvenirs and various silk products.


After the tour, you return to the hotel and have the rest of the day free. 

Full day
Exploring Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City
Exploring Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City
Day 3 Beijing

The Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs Tour


Begin a wonderful guided tour of the real icon of the country - the Great Wall of China, to see one of its best-preserved and unique sections that have fewer tourists - the Mutianyu Great Wall.


After spending some unforgettable time strolling at this majestic man-made miracle of the world's architecture you enjoy lunch in a local restaurant followed by a visit to the Jade Factory where you will learn more about the process of carving into the jade and creating amazing pieces of art.


Your tour finishes with a visit to the famous Ming Tombs - the burial site of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors. You are then transferred back to Beijing and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Full day
The Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs Tour
The Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs Tour
Day 4 Beijing

Departure


Following breakfast you check out from the hotel and depart from Beijing.

JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
Address
No.18 Xuanwumenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, Beijing, CN, 100052
Departure: Private Airport Transfer Sedan
Train from Beijing to Xian
Departure
5 h 30 min
Arrival
Day 4 Xian

Arrival 


Welcome to Xian - a city of ancient wonders, featuring the legendary Terracotta Army and rich cultural heritage.


Upon arrival, our driver takes you to your hotel for a check-in and the rest of the day is free. 

Breakfast included
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
NO 16 ANBAN STREET, XIAN, Xi'an, CN, 710004
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
1 room
Up to 3 guests
1 King Bed
28 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 5 Xian

Imperial Xian Journey


In the morning, you meet your guide and start a tour dedicated to renowned landmarks of Xian.


Today you visit the ancient Xian City Walls which are one of the largest, oldest and best preserved city walls in China. You then head for the Grand Mosque - one of the best-preserved Islamic building and by far the most famous Chinese mosque. The next sight in your tour list is Hui Minority’s Market that is a great place to meet the locals and buy unique hand-made souvenirs.


After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the evening at leisure. 

Full day
Imperial Xian Journey
Imperial Xian Journey
Day 6 Xian

Exploring the Terracotta Army


After breakfast in your hotel, you meet your guide and driver who take you to the most important archaeological finding of the 20th century - the Terracotta Warriors.


The Terracotta Army was constructed to 246–206 BC to accompany the tomb of China's First Emperor as an afterlife guard. Together with your guide, you explore these hundreds of life-size terracotta soldier models and uncover the wonderful history and vivid stories behind their creation. Then you proceed to the Terracotta Copy Factory to see how the Terracotta Warriors were made.


Following lunch, you proceed to the Big Goose Pagoda, a Buddhist pagoda located in southern Xian. You enjoy a truly spiritual atmosphere of this sacred Buddhist place before finally get transferred to your hotel for check-in and overnight. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Full day
Exploring the Terracotta Army
Exploring the Terracotta Army
Day 7 Xian

Departure


Following breakfast in your hotel, you will take a private transfer to the train station.

Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Address
NO 16 ANBAN STREET, XIAN, Xi'an, CN, 710004
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Flight from Xian to Shanghai
Departure
2 h
Arrival
Day 7 Shanghai

Arrival


Welcome to Shanghai - the largest city in China and its most significant seaport. 


Upon arrival, your driver takes you to your hotel for check-in and the rest of the day is free. 

Breakfast included
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
555 Middle Xizang Road, (Close to Nanjing), Huangpu District, Shanghai, Shanghai, CN, 200003
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
38 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 8 Shanghai

The Bund and Shanghai's Skyscrapers Exploration

Meet your guide and driver who take you on a private tour around the most important Shanghai attractions.

Since the 2010 World Expo, Shanghai has been a highly popular travel destination in China for tourists from all over the world. Together with your guide, you discover the main highlights of the city, including a rich collection of buildings with various architectural styles and forms. 


During the tour you pay special attention to the Bund - the beautiful Huangpu River barrier that is one of the most favourite places among the locals. You take a walk through the Bund, enjoying the great views of Shanghai's most famous skyscrapers - the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the World Financial Center.


After the sightseeing tour, you are transferred back to your hotel. 

Half day
Exploring the Bund & Shanghai's Skyscrapers
Exploring the Bund & Shanghai's Skyscrapers
Day 9 Shanghai

Yuyuan Garden and Jade Buddha Adventure


In the morning, meet your guide and embark on a panoramic tour around the bustling metropolis.


Today you visit a well-restored Suzhou-style complex of the Yuyuan Garden and explore the Old Town filled with antique markets and specialty stores. You also take a walk through one of the world's busiest shopping streets in the city - Nanjing Road.


After lunch you visit one of the most important Buddhist temples in China, the Jade Buddha Temple which houses two precious Buddha statues, as well as several of sacred relics.


After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Full day
Visit to the Yuyuan Garden & Jade Buddha Temple
Visit to the Yuyuan Garden & Jade Buddha Temple
Day 10 Shanghai

Departure


Following breakfast, you check out and depart from Shanghai.

Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
Address
555 Middle Xizang Road, (Close to Nanjing), Huangpu District, Shanghai, Shanghai, CN, 200003
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong
Departure
2 h 30 min
Arrival
Day 10 Hong Kong

Arrival

Upon arrival, your driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Breakfast included
Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong
Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong
167 Connaught Road West, Western District, Hong Kong, HK
Room, 1 King Bed, City View
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
24 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Airport Transfer Sedan
Day 11 Hong Kong

Victoria Harbor and downtown Hong Kong

Today with your professional guide you explore the famous Victoria Harbor and downtown. Victoria Harbor is a natural landform harbor separating Hong Kong Island in the south from Kowloon on the mainland to the north. The harbor's deep, sheltered waters and strategic location on the South China Sea were instrumental in Hong Kong's establishment as a British colony and its subsequent development as a trading center. 


The harbor is a major tourist attraction. Lying in the middle of the territory's dense urban region, it is the site of annual fireworks displays and its promenades are used as gathering places for tourists and residents. The best place for pictures is the Kowloon side from where you can look across the harbor to Hong Kong Island.


In the afternoon you get back to your hotel. 

Full day
Hong Kong Sightseeing Tour
Hong Kong Sightseeing Tour
Day 12 Hong Kong

Victoria Peak and Aberdeen Fishing Village


After breakfast, start today’s half day tour with a visiting to Hong Kong’s symbol - Victoria Peak. An exciting tram will take you to this highest peak in Hong Kong (552m). Walk through the verdant woods to explore hidden old buildings left by the old Hong Kong. Also ascend to the observation deck to sweep the magnificent Hong Kong skyline and tranquil harbor views.


Get down from the peak, then go to visit Aberdeen Fishing Village where you will get an impressive insight of an old traditional fishing village to view the rows of old Junks and Sampans. Then proceed to the Stanley Market. Browse fancy petty commodities in various little stores, or just order a cup of coffee or beer at the seaside café or pub, a great way to spend time away from the maddening crowds.


At the end of a tour, you return to the hotel.  

4h
Victoria Peak
Victoria Peak
Aberdeen Fishing Village
Aberdeen Fishing Village
Day 13 Hong Kong

Departure


Following breakfast you check out from the hotel and depart from Hong Kong.

Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong
Address
167 Connaught Road West, Western District, Hong Kong, HK
Departure: Private Airport Transfer Sedan

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
In-depth exploration of best landmarks
In-depth exploration of best landmarks
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip

Reviews

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4.9 / 5
Excellent
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cnBeijing
3 nights
cnXian
3 nights
cnShanghai
3 nights
hkHong Kong
3 nights