China in Depth
28 days Hong Kong to Beijing
See Hong Kong from Victoria Peak, Cycle the countryside around Yangshuo, Experience ultra-modern Shanghai, See the Terracotta Warriors, Visit the Buddha Grottoes of Datang, Walk along the Great Wall, Explore the Forbidden City
From Hong Kong to Beijing, stimulate all your senses and discover the depth of diversity, beauty and culture in China. See the picture-postcard scenery around Yangshuo, Shanghai and Xi'ian. Amazing landscapes, fabulous people, great food, traditional culture and extraordinary architecture all combine in this quintessential journey through China.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (20 nts), overnight trains (5 nts), overnight boat (2 nts)
Transportation: Plane, overnight train, taxi, local bus, boat, bicycle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $400 for meals not included.
From Hong Kong to Beijing, stimulate all your senses and discover the depth of diversity, beauty and culture in China. See the picture-postcard scenery around Yangshuo, Shanghai and Xi'ian. Amazing landscapes, fabulous people, great food, traditional culture and extraordinary architecture all combine in this quintessential journey through China.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (20 nts), overnight trains (5 nts), overnight boat (2 nts)
Transportation: Plane, overnight train, taxi, local bus, boat, bicycle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $400 for meals not included.
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- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 28 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Days 1-2 | Hong Kong | Take a ferry ride across Victoria Harbour or go bargain hunting in the many markets. |
| Days 3-5 | Yangshuo | Hike along the Li River or cycle through the countryside, among the rice paddies and limestone karsts. |
| Days 6-8 | Yangzi River | For a change of pace, cruise down the Yangzi River and take a tour of the massive Three Gorges Dam. |
| Days 9-10 | Shanghai | Admire the futuristic city skyline, explore the world class Shanghai Museum and wander amid the diverse architecture of the Bund. |
| Days 11-12 | Hangzhou | Sample the region's famous brew in one of the many teahouses and head to Lingyin Si Temple. |
| Days 13-15 | Huangshan | Spend a night among the temples and towering granite peaks of the Yellow Mountains. |
| Day 16 | Zhouzhuang | Cobblestone streets, charming stone bridges and tiny canals lined with Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture make this town a photographers' paradise. |
| Days 17-18 | Suzhou | Discover gardens and relaxing teahouses in this beautiful water town. Cycle along the canals, learn the history of silk or catch a local opera performance. |
| Days 19-21 | Xi'an | With thousands of years of history, Xi'an houses countless ancient treasures, the most famous of which is the Terracotta Warriors. |
| Days 22-23 | Pingyao | Step back in time among the traditional courtyard houses of the walled city of Pingyao. |
| Days 24-25 | Datong | Visit the striking Yungang Grottoes which house some 51,000 Buddha statues. |
| Days 26-28 | Beijing | Return to city life and discover the majestic sights of Beijing - the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips. Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.
