13 days Great China Tour Beijing Xian Shanghai Guilin Hong Kong

China Grand Tour Showcases Imperial Heritage, Karst Landscapes, and Modern Metropolises

A multi-city journey across China offers travelers a sweeping introduction to the country’s history, culture, and diverse geography, connecting major destinations including Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Yangshuo, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong. The itinerary blends imperial landmarks, archaeological wonders, and striking natural scenery with the energy of China’s modern urban centers.

In Beijing, travelers explore some of the nation’s most iconic historical sites, including the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, and the Summer Palace, each reflecting the scale and symbolism of imperial China’s architectural legacy.

The journey continues to Xi’an, home to the world-famous Terracotta Army and the historic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, where ancient dynastic history is preserved through monumental archaeological and religious sites that reveal China’s early imperial foundations.

In southern China, Guilin and Yangshuo showcase dramatic karst mountains and winding rivers that define some of the country’s most celebrated natural scenery. Moving east, Shanghai presents a contrast of historic neighborhoods and futuristic skylines, while Guangzhou highlights cultural landmarks such as the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall. The tour concludes in Hong Kong, where sites like Victoria Peak, Repulse Bay, and Wong Tai Sin Temple illustrate the region’s blend of tradition, spirituality, and urban dynamism.