15 Days China Impression Small Group Tour

This tour can be booked with a minimum of 1 guest. Explore a 15-Day China Small Group Tour from Beijing to Shanghai with ancient capitals, Chengdu pandas, Guilin landscapes, Yangtze River cruise and classic China highlights.

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Route: Beijing-Xi'an-Chengdu-Guilin-Chongqing-the Yangtse River-Shanghai
  • Tour Code: ITC-GT-016
  • Guide: English-speaking guide, experienced driver with an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation: 14 nights at good 3-star hotels
  • More personal than a traditional coach tour, far better value than a private tour.
Price: USD  2800  per person
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Experience

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Two Weeks Across China – Emperors, Pandas, Karsts, and Skylines

This 15-day tour packs China‘s iconic stories: Beijing’s Forbidden City, Xi‘an’s terracotta warriors, Chengdu‘s pandas, Guilin’s limestone peaks, a Yangtze cruise, and Shanghai‘s modern towers. It suits first-time travelers seeking breadth without burnout – the pace is sensible, logistics are covered, and groups stay small. You finish with a cohesive understanding of China’s diversity, not random snapshots.
  • Chengdu – Tea time at People's Park – Settle into a bamboo chair at the century‑old Heming Teahouse, order a cup of jasmine tea, and watch locals play mahjong, chat, and get their ears cleaned – this is the city’s true rhythm, unhurried and unscripted.

  • Yangtze River – Overnight cruise through the Three Gorges – Step aboard for a night on the river; wake up to mist‑veiled cliffs, spend your day on deck watching the gorges unfold, and feel the scale of China's landscapes from the water – a floating slow‑travel antidote to the busy sightseeing days.

Itinerary

Explore each day’s highlights, pace, routes, hotels, meals, and photos—so you know exactly what to expect along the way.

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After arriving at Beijing airport, your driver will transfer you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is kept flexible, allowing you to adjust to the time difference, rest after your flight, or take a relaxed walk nearby if you feel ready.

As the first stop of this journey, Beijing introduces you to a city where imperial history and modern urban life share the same streets. Traditional neighbourhoods, local shops, and contemporary buildings create a first impression of China before the sightseeing program begins.

With airport transfer arranged in advance, you can start your trip without the need to organize transportation after a long international journey.

Today’s sightseeing explores how Beijing was shaped by centuries of imperial planning, from ceremonial spaces in the city centre to royal gardens outside the old palace area.

Start at Tian’anmen Square, an important landmark located along Beijing’s central axis. Continue to the Forbidden City, the former imperial residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Beyond its grand halls and courtyards, the palace reflects traditional ideas about organization, ceremony, and the relationship between architecture and authority.

At Jingshan Park, you can view the historic city layout from above and better understand how the Forbidden City was positioned within ancient Beijing. The visit continues to the Summer Palace, where royal gardens, waterways, and landscape design reveal another aspect of imperial life.

Through professional local guidance, you will see how these places together tell the story of Beijing as a long-lasting centre of Chinese history.

Today you will visit the Mutianyu Great Wall, a section known for its restored condition, mountain scenery, and visitor-friendly facilities.

Walking on Mutianyu allows you to see how the ancient defence system followed the natural landscape while connecting watchtowers and strategic points along the route. The surrounding mountains also provide a different perspective of Beijing beyond its urban districts.

The round-trip cable car service helps make the visit more comfortable, especially for travelers who prefer to reduce long uphill sections. Your guide will introduce the historical role of the Great Wall and explain how it was used throughout different periods of Chinese history.

On the way back, enjoy an outside view of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube, two modern landmarks representing Beijing’s international development.

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After breakfast, take a high-speed train from Beijing to Xi’an. Upon arrival, your driver will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.

Before hotel check-in, visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, a landmark from the Tang Dynasty that reflects Xi’an’s role in religious and cultural development. The site is closely connected with the spread and translation of Buddhist texts in ancient China.

Continue to the Muslim Quarter, a historic area where traditional streets, local businesses, and regional cuisine show the city’s diverse cultural background.

This transfer introduces a different chapter of Chinese history, moving from the later imperial capital of Beijing into Xi’an, a city that witnessed the rise of several ancient dynasties.

Today you will explore Xi’an’s most famous historical sites and discover why the city remains one of China’s most important destinations for ancient history.

The first stop is the Terracotta Warriors, an archaeological discovery from the Qin Dynasty. Thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and military figures were created to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife, providing valuable insight into ancient Chinese craftsmanship, military organization, and imperial power.

Continue to the Ancient City Wall, one of the best-preserved city walls in China. Walking along the restored structure offers a clear view of how traditional Chinese cities were protected and organized.

Later, visit the Bell Tower or Drum Tower area, located near the centre of Xi’an’s historic district. These landmarks once played important roles in announcing time and organizing daily life in ancient cities.

After breakfast, take a high-speed train from Xi’an to Chengdu. Upon arrival, your driver will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.

The journey connects two cities with very different cultural identities. Xi’an represents ancient capitals and archaeological discoveries, while Chengdu is known for its relaxed lifestyle, Sichuan culture, and unique relationship with giant panda conservation.

After check-in, you will have free time to explore the city at your own pace or rest before the next day’s sightseeing.

Today you will experience Chengdu through wildlife conservation, ancient civilization, and local urban culture.

Start at the Chengdu Panda Base, one of China’s leading facilities for giant panda research and conservation. The visit provides an opportunity to observe pandas in a professional environment and learn about ongoing efforts to protect this iconic species.

Continue to the Sanxingdui Museum, where remarkable bronze masks, sculptures, and archaeological discoveries reveal the unique Shu civilization that developed in Sichuan more than 3,000 years ago.

Depending on seasonal conditions, the itinerary may follow an alternative city route including Chengdu Museum, Kuanzhai Valley, and Renmin Park. These locations offer a closer look at Chengdu’s modern cultural life, traditional neighbourhoods, and local leisure style.

Today you will travel from Sichuan to Guangxi and enter one of China’s most famous landscape regions.

After arriving in Guilin by high-speed train, visit Elephant Trunk Hill, the city’s best-known natural landmark. The rock formation resembles an elephant drinking from the Li River and has become a symbol of Guilin’s connection with its surrounding waterways.

Continue to Reed Flute Cave, a natural limestone cave featuring unusual rock formations shaped by thousands of years of geological changes. The underground landscape provides another perspective on the karst environment that defines southern China.

The move from Chengdu to Guilin marks a transition from cultural experiences in Sichuan to the dramatic mountain and river scenery of Guangxi.

Today you will experience one of China’s most recognizable natural landscapes through the Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo.

The cruise takes you through a landscape shaped by limestone peaks, rivers, and rural villages. The scenery along the river has inspired generations of artists and is widely recognized as a symbol of southern China’s natural beauty.

After arriving in Yangshuo, explore the countryside area and see a quieter side of Guangxi, where farmland, villages, and mountains create a landscape very different from China’s major cities.

Later, visit West Street, a historic pedestrian street in Yangshuo known for its mix of traditional architecture, local shops, and international atmosphere. It provides a relaxed place to experience the town after the river journey.

After breakfast, return from Yangshuo to Guilin and take a high-speed train to Chongqing.

Upon arrival, your driver will transfer you to Chaotianmen Port, where you will board the Yangtze River Cruise.

The transition from Guilin to Chongqing introduces another side of China’s geography. While Guilin is known for peaceful rivers and karst mountains, Chongqing is famous for its dramatic hills, riverside location, and layered urban landscape.

Starting the cruise in Chongqing also allows you to experience the Yangtze River from one of its most distinctive cities before entering the Three Gorges region.

Itinerary Summary: Yangtze River Cruise – Shore Excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (or Similar) – Cruise Activities

Hotel Star Rating: Yangtze River Cruise Cabin

Meals Included: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Today you will continue your Yangtze River Cruise and experience the cultural landscapes along one of China’s most important waterways.

The shore excursion takes you to Fengdu Ghost City or a similar attraction depending on the cruise arrangement. Fengdu is known for its traditional stories about the afterlife and its combination of temples, legends, and mountain scenery.

Back onboard, enjoy the slower rhythm of river travel. The cruise provides time to appreciate the changing landscapes along the Yangtze, from riverside towns to mountain areas.

Compared with a fast-paced city tour, the cruise offers a different way to understand China through its waterways, local traditions, and natural surroundings.

Today’s cruise focuses on the world-famous Three Gorges, one of China’s most impressive river landscapes.

The journey passes through sections of the Yangtze where steep mountains rise directly from the river, creating the dramatic scenery that has been celebrated in Chinese literature and art for centuries.

The shore excursion to Shennv Stream offers a closer look at the quieter landscapes around the Three Gorges area. Smaller waterways, green mountains, and traditional riverside scenery create a contrast with the larger river views seen from the cruise ship.

During the day, you can also join onboard cultural activities and enjoy the changing scenery as the ship continues along the Yangtze.

After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and visit the Three Gorges Dam, one of the largest hydroelectric projects in the world.

Located on the Yangtze River, the dam is known for its enormous scale and its role in electricity generation, river management, and navigation improvement. During the visit, you will learn about how modern engineering has transformed this section of the Yangtze while seeing the surrounding river landscape.

After sightseeing, transfer to Yichang train station and take a high-speed train to Shanghai. Upon arrival, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.

This day connects two very different sides of China: the engineering achievement of the Yangtze River region and the international city atmosphere of Shanghai.

Today you will explore Shanghai, a city where traditional Chinese culture and global urban development meet.

Begin at the Shanghai Museum, where collections of ancient Chinese artworks and historical objects provide insight into China’s long cultural development. Continue to Yu Garden, a classical garden from the Ming Dynasty, and explore the nearby Yuyuan Bazaar, where traditional-style streets remain connected with modern commerce.

Visit Nanjing Road, one of Shanghai’s most famous commercial streets, before heading to The Bund. The historic buildings along the Huangpu River reflect Shanghai’s development as an international trading centre.

The final stop is Shanghai Tower, one of the world’s tallest buildings. From its modern architecture and city views, you can see how Shanghai has transformed into one of China’s leading global cities.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel before 12:00. Your driver will transfer you to Shanghai airport according to your departure schedule.

Over the past 15 days, you have traveled through China’s major historical cities, explored natural landscapes including Guilin and the Yangtze River, experienced local culture in Chengdu and Chongqing, and discovered Shanghai’s modern city life.

Since 2016, IntoTravelChina has been helping international travelers explore China with local travel expertise, professional guides, and organized services. Our experience with overseas guests allows us to create practical routes that balance sightseeing, transportation, and comfort.

1. Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall + Old Hutong Culture
We have replaced the “Bird's Nest + Water Cube” visit with a deeper dive into Beijing's traditional Hutong culture. After the Great Wall, we will head to Nanluoguxiang. From there, you are within walking distance of the Bell and Drum Towers, Yandaixie Street, and the Shichahai/Houhai area.

2. Chengdu: Panda Base + Wenshu Monastery + People’s Park
We have removed museum visits (including Sanxingdui) to focus on a more relaxed, local experience. Your new itinerary includes the Chengdu Panda Base, Wenshu Monastery & Wenshu Fang, and People’s Park.

3. Tibet: Lhasa City Tour Order Adjustment
For our 4-day Lhasa itinerary, we have swapped the order of the city tour days. You will now visit the Potala Palace first, followed by the Sera Monastery.
Note: Please be aware that there is no monk debate session at Sera Monastery on Sunday afternoons.

4. Zhangjiajie to Xi’an Transportation: Winter Travel
During the winter season, when direct flights between Zhangjiajie and Xi’an are suspended, we have adjusted the transfer route. You will travel by train or private car to Changsha, then take a connecting flight to Xi’an.

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Oct Oct 17, 2026 USD2800.00
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Included & Excluded

From USD 2800 per person
  • The price is based on two people sharing a double room. If you prefer a single room, please contact us for a quote.
  • Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
  • Prices may vary depending on the season and promotional activities. Please consult your advisor for details.
Price Includes:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
  • Pick-up and drop-off service at the airport or train stations(Early/Late arrivals: Please notify us in advance. Extra charges may apply.)
  • Driver Service(Includes driver's service fee, fuel, tolls, and parking fees)
  • Professional licensed English-speaking local guide
  • 3-Star Hotels
  • Daily hotel buffet breakfast provided each morning
  • Lunches and dinners clearly indicated in the day-by-day itinerary
  • First entrance tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
  • Includes necessary sightseeing bus or cable car fees
  • Travel Agency Liability Insurance
  • Personal travel insurance purchased for your group before departure
  • Professional support from tour planning to on-the-ground operation
Price Excludes:
  • All costs related to obtaining your China entry visa
  • International airfares and any flights not included in the itinerary
  • Arrival/departure flights or train transfers on the first and last day
  • No guiding service provided on the first or last day
  • Recommended optional activities and night activities
  • Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
  • Extra cost for travelers requesting a single room instead of sharing

Cancellation Policy

We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
  • Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
  • 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
  • 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
  • 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
  • 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
  • 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure
 
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Shopping on Nanjing Road in Shanghai was just amazing! It's truly the "First Commercial Street of China", where tradition and modernity blend perfectly. You can find awesome souvenirs and experience the trendy vibes in cool stores. The neon lights at night are just spectacular, shining bright like Times Square in New York. The food here is incredible too. I had a feast for my taste buds. Shanghai, I'll definitely be back!
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Date of Experience: May 08,2024
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Elvis Eva
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Reviewed on June 20,2025
As a solo traveler from Canada, I was nervous about navigating China alone—but this 11-day tour was PERFECT! From hiking the Great Wall at sunrise (Day 3) to gasping at the Terracotta Army (Day 5), every day delivered ‘pinch-me’ moments. The real showstopper? Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains (Day 7)! Our guide made the stone pillars come alive with stories. Massive thanks for handling all logistics—bullet train tickets, entry passes, car! And the 4-star hotels surprised me.
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Simon
America
Reviewed on May 29,2025
Our 2-day Zhangjiajie tour was beyond spectacular! As someone who’s visited Beijing and Shanghai for work, this trip revealed China’s wild, magical heart. Day 1 in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park felt like stepping onto Pandora—I’m a huge Avatar fan, and Yuanjiajie’s floating peaks left me breathless. The misty pillars and lush valleys like pure movie magic! Then came Fenghuang Ancient Town, we eat dinner beside the thundering waterfall. It seems Unreal! The night views of stilt houses glowing over the river were straight from a fairy tale. For fellow Avatar lovers and adventure seekers: Don’t miss this bucket-list experience! 10/10 would return. A Well-Traveled Film Buff, May 2025
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