China: from legendary peaks to vibrant cities

Upon arrival in Shanghai, a metropolis where modernity blends with tradition, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel Upon arrival in Shanghai, a metropolis where modernity blends with tradition, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax or take a first stroll between the historic architecture of the Bund and the futuristic skyscrapers of Pudong.

Today explores the contrasts of Shanghai, starting at the Shanghai Tower, an icon of the contemporary skyline Today explores the contrasts of Shanghai, starting at the Shanghai Tower, an icon of the contemporary skyline. The tour continues with a visit to Yu Garden, a sublime example of classical architecture, and the lively Yuyuan Bazaar. After a walk along Nanjing Road to the Bund, the day concludes with a night cruise on the Huangpu River to admire the city lights.

An excursion to the water village of Zhujiajiao, famous for its canals and stone bridges An excursion to the water village of Zhujiajiao, famous for its canals and stone bridges. The visit includes Kezhi Garden, a boat trip, and a tasting of typical zongzi. Upon returning to the city, you will walk through the streets of the French Concession and the modern Xintiandi district.

Transfer to the airport for your direct flight to Zhangjiajie, a location celebrated for its spectacular natural formations and protected by UNESCO Transfer to the airport for your direct flight to Zhangjiajie, a location celebrated for its spectacular natural formations and protected by UNESCO. On arrival, check into your hotel located near the mountain area.

A full day dedicated to Wulingyuan National Park A full day dedicated to Wulingyuan National Park. Ascend to the Yuanjiajie platform via the Bailong Elevator to admire the "Southern Sky Column", the formation that inspired the settings of Avatar. The tour continues to Mount Tianzi for a complete panoramic view over the valley of quartzite pillars.

In the morning, cross the Glass Bridge in the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, one of the longest and highest glass structures in the world In the morning, cross the Glass Bridge in the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, one of the longest and highest glass structures in the world. In the afternoon, head to a high-mountain tea plantation to observe the processing of the leaves and participate in a tea ceremony with a local master.

Ascent to Tianmen Mountain via the world's longest cable car Ascent to Tianmen Mountain via the world's longest cable car. The route includes the suspended glass walkway and Tianmen Cave, an imposing natural arch. In the afternoon, transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan.

A day dedicated to volunteering at the Dujiangyan Panda Base, participating in care activities such as preparing bamboo and cleaning the enclosures A day dedicated to volunteering at the Dujiangyan Panda Base, participating in care activities such as preparing bamboo and cleaning the enclosures. In the afternoon, return to Chengdu for a stop at People's Park to observe local life, from mahjong games to music.

The morning is dedicated to discovering the Shu civilization at the Sanxingdui Museum and the spirituality of the Wenshu Monastery The morning is dedicated to discovering the Shu civilization at the Sanxingdui Museum and the spirituality of the Wenshu Monastery. After a stroll through the historic Jinli Street and its craft shops, the evening features a Sichuan Opera performance showcasing the traditional art of face-changing.

Transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Xi’an, a symbolic city of the Silk Road Transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Xi’an, a symbolic city of the Silk Road. Upon arrival, check into your hotel followed by free time for a first look at the city.

Visit the archaeological site of the Terracotta Army, guardian of thousands of statues of the first emperor Visit the archaeological site of the Terracotta Army, guardian of thousands of statues of the first emperor. This is followed by a ceramics workshop to model a small replica of the warriors. In the afternoon, explore the Muslim Quarter with its markets and traditional gastronomic offerings.

The day includes a walk along the ancient Xi’an City Walls and a visit to the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda The day includes a walk along the ancient Xi’an City Walls and a visit to the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. In the afternoon, enjoy an Hanfu experience with traditional dress, followed by an evening visit to the Grand Tang Dynasty Everbright City, brought to life by lights and performances.

Transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic Transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

The day begins with a Tai Ji lesson at the Temple of Heaven The day begins with a Tai Ji lesson at the Temple of Heaven. Continue to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, the residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties. In the afternoon, explore the Hutongs, the historic alleys, while watching demonstrations of calligraphy and paper-cutting art.

Excursion to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, accessible by cable car with the option to descend by toboggan Excursion to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, accessible by cable car with the option to descend by toboggan. On the way back to Beijing, stop for photos outside the Olympic structures, including the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube.

Transfer to the airport in good time for your return flight.