15 Days China Highlight Tour
15 days · Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Shanghai — golden route
Tour Overview
China's greatest hits at a perfect pace. Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Li River cruise, Shanghai's Bund — all in two comfortable weeks.
Private tour
Day-by-Day Itinerary
This 15-day private journey covers Hangzhou. Below is the suggested day-by-day plan, fully customizable to your interests and pace:
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
Arrival at the airport or train station. Private transfer to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure to recover from travel or optional orientation walk. Welcome dinner featuring local cuisine.
Afternoon highlights:
• West Lake (Xihu) — stroll along the Su Causeway and Bai Causeway
Day 2: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Lingyin Temple & Feilai Feng — ancient Buddhist temple with grottoes
• Longjing Tea Village (Meijiawu) — tea plantation visit and tea ceremony
Day 3: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Hefang Street & Southern Song Imperial Street — historic shopping and food street
• Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal — Gongchen Bridge and Qiaoxi Historic District
Day 4: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Xixi National Wetland Park — boat ride through wetlands
• Songcheng Theme Park — ancient Chinese culture and performances
Day 5: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Impression West Lake Show — outdoor water performance directed by Zhang Yimou
• Guo Zhuang — elegant classical garden overlooking West Lake
Day 6: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Nine Creeks (Jiuxi) — scenic forest walk through tea hills
• Yunqi Bamboo Path — serene bamboo forest trail
Day 7: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Hupao Spring — famous spring water and Buddhist temple
• Six Harmonies Pagoda — historic pagoda by Qiantang River
Day 8: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Huxueyan Former Residence — wealthy merchant's mansion
• Maojiabu — tranquil lakeside area away from crowds
Day 9: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Xianghu Lake — scenic lake with cycling paths
Day 10: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Day 11: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Day 12: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Day 13: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Day 14: Explore Hangzhou
Full-day private guided exploration of Hangzhou. Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Day 15: Departure
Morning at leisure. Optional last-minute shopping or visit to a nearby attraction. Private transfer to the airport or train station for your onward journey. End of our wonderful services.
* This is a suggested itinerary. Your actual plan will be customized based on your arrival/departure times, interests, and preferred pace. Contact us for a detailed personalized itinerary.
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide (expert local guide)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the city center
- Entrance fees as listed in the itinerary
- Bottled water throughout the tour
- Accommodation as per itinerary (4-star or similar hotels)
- Daily breakfast at hotels
- Intercity transportation as per itinerary (bullet train tickets or private transfers)
What's Not Included
- International flights and arrival/departure air tickets
- Personal expenses (shopping, laundry, minibar, snacks, etc.)
- Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended but optional)
- Travel insurance
- Meals and beverages not explicitly specified in the itinerary
- Visa fees and travel documentation costs
- Any services not explicitly listed in "What's Included"