Under the guiding eye of an experienced Chinese trip leader, this classic intimate journey showcases China's most important sites plus the ancient water towns connected to Shanghai. In the congenial company of never more than 16 guests, you'll enjoy comprehensive sightseeing and authentic cultural encounters not available to larger groups. Savor fine regional cuisine and retreat every night to city-central hotels.

Our prices start from

$ 5,299 LAND ONLY

11 Days • GUIDED • 22 Meals

Operated Tour

The Details

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • Services of a trip leader
  • All on-tour transportations and related fees
  • All gratuities are included except for your trip leader
  • Airport transfers (Restrictions apply)
  • 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners

Itinerary

Engaging Experiences These special places and experiences are considered tour highlights. Look for them in the daily itineraries.

Fairmont Beijing

Fairmont Beijing

Breakfast Included

From April to November, our tour of the Summer Palace includes a boat ride on Lake Kunming, a delightful and tranquil way to experience the architectural landmarks and sublime natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Fairmont Beijing

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

With its many defensive towers and splendid setting amidst rugged mountains, the Great Wall at Mutianyu offers a more authentic and rewarding experience.

Fairmont Beijing

Breakfast, Lunch Included

This evening's congenial dinner features savory dumplings — a regional specialty and favorite.

Hilton Hotel - Club Floor Rooms

Breakfast, Dinner Included

Hilton Hotel - Club Floor Rooms

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

From preparing the soil to picking the tea leaves, your time on a tea plantation is a fun way to learn about the ancient techniques that ensure the high quality of the region's esteemed teas.

JW Marriott

Breakfast, Lunch Included

A guided boat excursion along the ancient canals of Wuzhen is a delightful way to experience the evocative atmosphere of this timeless place.

Shangri-La

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Experience a popular Chinese pastime as you join city residents to fly a kite at the impressive Panmen Gate, one of Suzhou's most notable ancient landmarks.

Fairmont Peace Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch Included

Behold the evocative beauty of Yu Yuan Garden. Originally established in 1577 by a government official for his aging parents, the garden's unique ensemble of plantings, lotus ponds, winding paths, pavilions and bridges is revered as a superb example of classical Chinese landscaping during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Fairmont Peace Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Breakfast Included

2024 Tour Dates

SEPTEMBER
5
:
$5,299
|
OCTOBER
10
:
$5,299
|

2025 Tour Dates

APRIL
17
:
$5,299
|

Pricing is per person, single occupancy, land and on-tour flights only, based on November 21, 2024 travel date. Call AAA for current airfare rates and availability.

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