Across China · rooted in Chengdu
Journey from Guangzhou into Guilin’s mountain-and-river scenery, with Longji’s rice terraces, a Li River cruise and time around Yangshuo’s West Street and Yulong River. Continue by high-speed rail to Zhangjiajie for peak forests, caves and the Glass Bridge, then head to Chengdu for pandas and People’s Park. Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors and ancient city wall complete the sightseeing before the planned return to Guangzhou. This twelve-day route brings together rural landscapes, mountain visits and historic cities.
What makes this route special
Walk among Longji’s rice terraces and visit a Zhuang village.
Cruise the Li River and watch Impression Liu Sanjie.
Explore the Yulong River countryside with bamboo rafting.
Visit Wulingyuan, Huanglong Cave and the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge.
See Chengdu’s pandas, People’s Park and Kuanzhai Alleys.
Finish the sightseeing with Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors and city wall.
Your day-by-day itinerary
Travel from Guangzhou to Guilin
Take the high-speed train from Guangzhou to Guilin, with an arrival pickup and transfer to your Guilin hotel.
- Transport
- Guangzhou–Guilin high-speed train; Guilin arrival transfer.
Longji rice terraces and a Zhuang village
Visit Longji Rice Terraces and a Zhuang village, including the Seven Stars Accompanying the Moon and Nine Dragons and Five Tigers viewpoints.
Li River cruise and Yangshuo’s evening show
Take a Li River cruise, explore West Street and watch the Impression Liu Sanjie outdoor performance.
Yulong River countryside and bamboo rafting
Explore the Yulong River countryside, take a bamboo-rafting outing and visit Moon Hill.
Train to Zhangjiajie
Travel from Guilin to Zhangjiajie by high-speed train, then visit Seventy-Two Marvelous Towers.
- Transport
- Guilin–Zhangjiajie high-speed train.
Wulingyuan’s pillars and valley trails
Visit Wulingyuan with the Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Golden Whip Stream and Ten-Mile Gallery.
Huanglong Cave and the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
Visit Huanglong Cave, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and the Glass Bridge.
Tianmen Mountain and train to Chengdu
Visit Tianmen Mountain before continuing from Zhangjiajie to Chengdu by high-speed train.
- Transport
- Zhangjiajie–Chengdu high-speed train.
Pandas and Chengdu’s neighbourhoods
Visit the Chengdu Panda Base, People’s Park and Kuanzhai Alleys.
Train to Xi’an and an evening introduction
Travel to Xi’an by high-speed rail, then visit the Muslim Quarter and the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.
- Transport
- Chengdu–Xi’an high-speed train.
Terracotta Warriors and Xi’an’s city wall
Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Xi’an’s ancient city wall.
Fly back to Guangzhou
Enjoy time at your own pace before the airport transfer for your flight from Xi’an to Guangzhou. The timing of independent activities depends on the flight selected.
- Transport
- Xi’an airport drop-off; Xi’an–Guangzhou flight.
Payment & cancellation
| Payment due | Share of trip price |
|---|---|
| On trip confirmation | 30% deposit |
| One month before the trip | 70% balance |
| Time before arrival | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| More than 45 days | Only costs incurred for flights, cruises and other exceptional services. |
| 45–30 days | 25% |
| 29–16 days | 50% |
| 15–7 days | 80% |
| Less than 7 days | 100% |
| Percentage fees are based on the total trip price. | |
Questions and answers
VISAS
For the latest information on visa procedures, processing times and requirements, please kindly refer to website https://consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA/
INSURANCE
We will arrange essential insurance coverage for your trip to Mainland China. Meanwhile, we strongly recommend you purchase separate comprehensive travel insurance to cover trip cancellation, medical expenses, luggage loss, repatriation and other associated additional costs. As a minimum requirement, the insurance policy must include medical coverage, which including medical evacuation and repatriation. For this part, you are free to select your preferred insurance provider.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
If you are traveling during a Chinese public holiday, please note that while tourist attractions remain open, they may be crowded with domestic visitors. Festivities often span several days, during which some businesses may close, and coach, air, and train services could be impacted. The major Golden Week holidays occur annually around 1 to 5 May and 1 to 7 October.
ACCOMMODATION
Your accommodation is chosen for its convenience, comfort, or character. Hotels are generally of a four-star standard in major cities. Please note, there is no international classification system, so facilities and quality may differ from those in your home country.
LUGGAGE
Each traveller is permitted a maximum of two pieces of luggage: one suitcase with a maximum weight of 20kg and one piece of hand luggage with a maximum weight of 5kg. This requirement applies to domestic trains and flights. We recommend packing only what you can carry independently, as you will be responsible for handling your luggage on and off trains or air-checked. Please note: If your luggage exceed the limits, kindly inform your travel designer in advance, and we will arrange a suitable vehicle for you.
TRAVEL MONEY IN CHINA
We recommend having access to multiple sources of money while traveling. A combination of payment methods, including mobile payment apps, cash, and cards, will offer the most security and flexibility. Mobile payment apps like WeChat and Alipay are often more widely accepted than international cards or cash in China. You will need an internet connection when in China to use the apps.
