China on a Shoestring–Hong Kong to Beijing
18 days, Hong Kong to Beijing
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Soak in the vibrant pulse of Hong Kong, float down the Yangtze on a Chinese-style riverboat, and walk the Great Wall with other others that share your appetite for adventure. Enjoy 18 days packed with China's major sights and out-of-the-way gems with the freedom to choose those that interest you. Cycle along Xian’s ancient city walls and through the stunning rice fields and limestone karsts of Yangzhou. Explore gorgeous scenery straight out of a painting or just relax and take it all in.
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Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 14.
Age requirement: 18-39
Visa Requirements
Countries visited during this trip have special visa requirements applicable to many nationalities.
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18 days
Hong Kong to Beijing
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Itinerary
Day 2Hong Kong/Yangshuo
Cross the border to Shenzhen for the fast train to Guilin/Yangshuo.
Days 3–4Yangshuo
Enjoy free time in Yangshuo.
Day 5Yangshuo/Wuchang
Enjoy a free morning in Yangshuo, then hop on an overnight train to Wuchang.
Day 6Wuchang/Yichang
Arrive in Wuchang and travel by train to Yichang.
Day 7Yichang
Enjoy a full-day boat trip along the mighty Yangtze River to the Three Gorges Dam and Xiling Gorge.
Meals included:
LunchDay 8Yichang/Xi'an
Enjoy a free morning to explore Yichang before we take an overnight train to Xi'an.
Day 9Xi'an
Take an orientation walk around this historical city. Opt to cycle Xi'an's ancient walls or visit China’s greatest archaeological treasure – the Terracotta Warriors.
Day 10Xi'an
Free time to explore Xi'an.
Day 11Xi'an/Shanghai
Take advantage of a final day to explore Xi'an before boarding an overnight train to Shanghai.
Day 12Shanghai
Take an orientation walk of the Bund, then enjoy free time to explore this vibrant and exotic city. Opt to watch a breathtaking performance by the Chinese acrobats.
Day 13Shanghai
Visit the impressive Shanghai Museum, which houses over 120,000 pieces of ancient Chinese art.
Day 14Shanghai/Beijing
Enjoy free time to explore. In the early evening, take an overnight train to Beijing.
Days 15–16Beijing
Free time to explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, or the Temple of Heaven.
Day 17Beijing
Visit the Great Wall of China with time in the late afternoon to explore more of Beijing.
Day 18Beijing
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Yangshuo
- Your Discover Moment: Beijing
- Full-day Yangtze River boat trip to Three Gorges Dam and Xiling Gorge
- Excursion to the Great Wall
- Visit to Shanghai Museum
- Orientation walks in Xi'an and Shanghai
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels (12 nts), sleeper trains (5 nts, 6-berth compartments)
Meals
1 lunch
Allow USD485-630 for meals not included.
Transportation
Train, local bus, private bus, Chinese-style boat, walking.
Staff & experts
English-speaking Chinese Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.