Enchanting China
Slow down the pace and thoroughly explore China's great cities, Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, on a relaxed itinerary that introduces you to the very best sights, with the option to do even more. Discover more at your own pace and in your own way.
Muslim Quarter's Street Food - From hand-stretched noodles to barbequed meat on skewers, Xian's Muslim Quarter is a street food heaven! As you explore these atmospheric streets and soak up the history, why not grab a delicious snack or two, to keep your energy up?
Watch the Acrobatics of the ERA Show - Spend an evening exploring China's long and fascinating history in a breathtaking show of martial arts, acrobatics and stunning special effects - the fantastic ERA Show at the Shanghai Circus World.
Visit a Traditional Tea House - At the heart of a huge tea-producing region and once a stop on the Tea Horse Road, drinking tea is an essential element of life in Chengdu. Visit a traditional tea house to experience the history, customs and the perfect brew.
Beijing (4N) - Xian (3N) - Chengdu (2N) - Yangtze River Cruise (3N) - Shanghai (3N)
- Breakfasts: 15 / Lunches: 8 / Dinners: 5
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
- Most Meals (refer to itinerary)
- Domestic transportation
- Touring with guides and entrance fees
- 4-star accommodation
- Visa fees for Australian passport holders
Day 1: Fly To Beijing
Fly to Beijing, China's historic capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Includes: Dinner
Day 2: Imperial Beijing
Begin today in Beijing's symbolic heart with a stroll across Tiananmen Square into the sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden City where you will find a complex full of imperial treasures. Visit Yandaixiejie, where you will have some free time to wander the hutongs. These narrow alleys offer an authentic glimpse of the old Beijing before the emergence of high-rise buildings and modern commerce. Enjoy lunch in the hutongs and then spend the evening at leisure exploring the vibrant Houhai district.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Huanghuacheng Great Wall And Wangfujing
This morning, visit Huanghuacheng, a particularly scenic section of the Great Wall reached by boat that boasts spectacular views from the top. Stop by a jade factory, then spend the afternoon at leisure exploring colourful Wangfujing Street which is one of the largest and best-known shopping streets in Beijing. This evening, join an optional Peking duck dinner.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Summer Palace
Explore the beautifully designed grounds of the Summer Palace including the Long Corridor and the Marble Boat. Spend time strolling along the lake and admire the Chinese architecture, followed by a walk up Longevity Hill to enjoy the panoramic views. Also make a stop at the Olympic Park for a photo opportunity, then soak up the harmonious ambience at the Temple of Heaven.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Bullet Train To Xian
Board the bullet train to the former capital city, Xian. Enjoy an evening at your leisure.
Includes: Breakfast
Day 6: Terracotta Warriors
Housed in three immense hangars, the ranks of the Terracotta Army stand sentinel in their subterranean necropolis, constructed to protect China's first emperor. Gaze over the ranks of warriors and horses, while you are introduced to these life-like soldiers' fascinating story. Take a walking tour of the Muslim Quarter and maybe sample some of the freshly cooked snacks. Enjoy the evening at leisure with a cold beer in Defu Lane or take an optional tour of Xian by night.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7: Xian At Leisure
Today is a day at leisure to explore Xian. There is the option to enjoy a walk on the Xian's beautifully preserved city wall for a fantastic overview of the city. This evening, enjoy an optional Tang Dynasty show.
Includes: Breakfast
Day 8: Chengdu Like A Local
Take the bullet train to Chengdu and walk around People's Park, a hive of activity. See beautiful golden koi, locals dancing and practising tai chi, visit a local teahouse, and most interesting of all spend time in Matchmaker's Corner, where parents search for suitors for their children. This evening, enjoy an optional Sichuan hot pot dinner and a 'Changing Faces' show.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9: Leshan Buddha (optional)
Today is a day at leisure to relax in Chengdu or take the option of visiting Leshan's Giant Buddha. The 71-metre Buddha is carved into a hillside overlooking the confluence of the Dadu and Min rivers. Completed in the year 803, it is said that the Buddha's presence has calmed the turbulent waters of the river. A short boat trip will give you an even better perspective.
Includes: Breakfast
Day 10: Giant Pandas
Spend the morning visiting the famous pandas at Chengdu's Panda Conservation Centre. Here you can observe these gorgeous creatures lounging, playing and chomping through piles of bamboo in surroundings that mirror their natural habitat. Drive to Chongqing and board your Yangtze cruise vessel, home for the next three nights.
Includes: Breakfast, Dinner
Days 11-12: Yangtze Cruise
As you cruise downstream, nature takes over, revealing some of the world's most dramatic scenery including the Three Gorges themselves. A voyage along China's riverine treasure is a chance to relax and enjoy a slower pace, whilst absorbing one breathtaking panorama after another. Over the next two days, take a side trip to the attractive Shennong or Goddess Stream and enjoy various shore excursions.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Three Gorges Dam
Disembark your cruise vessel and visit the Three Gorges Dam. A man-made marvel, the project showcases a massive feat of engineering. Next, travel to Yichang and then take a bullet train to Shanghai, also known as the 'Paris of the East'.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 14: Shanghainese Shanghai
Wake up to the buzz of Shanghai and take a breakfast walking tour between shimmering skyscrapers and traditional streets. Walk through the city's most fascinating districts, marveling at monuments and rickety old buildings before enjoying breakfast as the locals do – sample pancakes, fried bread sticks, and tofu. Visit the classical Yu Garden, the old town, and a silk mill. In the afternoon, head to the Jin Mao Tower for panoramic city views. Later, take an evening stroll along the Bund and cruise down the Huangpu River, serenaded by the neon lights of Pudong.
Includes: Breakfast
Day 15: Zhujiajiao (optional)
Enjoy a day at leisure in Shanghai and explore this action-packed city. Alternatively, take an optional tour to Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai's sleepy water towns built on an old canal system once used to transport goods all over imperial China. The town's narrow alleyways exude old-world charm, whilst the waterways are lined with ancient buildings and crossed by stone bridges. Tonight, enjoy the ERA show and a farewell dinner of authentic Shanghainese cuisine.
Includes: Breakfast, Dinner
Days 16-17: Fly Shanghai To Australia
Fly to Australia, arriving home the same or following day.
Includes: Breakfast
* The above itinerary is subject to change.
- 11 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026
from$7,280$6,480 pp twin share /$9,080/ $8,280 pp solo - 09 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
from $7,280 pp twin share / $9,080 pp solo - 16 May 2026 - 31 May 2026
from$7,280$6,780 pp twin share /$9,080/ $8,580 pp solo - 29 Aug 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
from $7,580 pp twin share / $9,380 pp solo - 05 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
from$7,580$6,780 pp twin share /$9,380/ $8,580 pp solo - 11 Sep 2026 - 26 Sep 2026
from$7,580$7,080 pp twin share /$9,380/ $8,880 pp solo - 12 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
from $7,580 pp twin share / $9,380 pp solo - 10 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026
from$7,580$7,080 pp twin share /$9,380/ $8,880 pp solo - 17 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026
from $7,580 pp twin share / $9,380 pp solo - 10 Apr 2027 - 25 Apr 2027
from$7,480$7,180 pp twin share /$9,380/ $9,080 pp solo - 08 May 2027 - 23 May 2027
from$7,480$7,180 pp twin share /$9,380/ $9,080 pp solo - 15 May 2027 - 30 May 2027
from$7,480$7,180 pp twin share /$9,380/ $9,080 pp solo - 28 Aug 2027 - 12 Sep 2027
from$7,880$7,580 pp twin share /$9,780/ $9,480 pp solo - 04 Sep 2027 - 19 Sep 2027
from$7,880$7,580 pp twin share /$9,780/ $9,480 pp solo - 11 Sep 2027 - 26 Sep 2027
from$7,880$7,580 pp twin share /$9,780/ $9,480 pp solo - 09 Oct 2027 - 24 Oct 2027
from$7,880$7,580 pp twin share /$9,780/ $9,480 pp solo - 16 Oct 2027 - 31 Oct 2027
from$7,880$7,580 pp twin share /$9,780/ $9,480 pp solo
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Mercure Beijing Downtown - Beijing
The 4-star Mercure Beijing Downtown is very well connected across the city, with easy access to the city centre and multiple transport links. The elegant and spacious guests rooms offer free internet access and satelite TV.
Lanxi International Hotel - Xian
A short distance from Xian's historic old town, the 4-star Lanxi International hotel features a terrace for you to enjoy, as well as an indoor pool and hot tub. The modern guest rooms offer a private bathroom, desk and flat screen TV.
Xinliang Hotel - Chengdu
The 4-star Xinliang Hotel is located in the heart of Chengdu, just a short distance from some of the cities key attractions. The hotel's interior was inspired by Bashu culture and blended with a modern charm. Enjoy the recreational facilities available to you, including a sauna and steamroom designed for escapism and relaxation.
Victoria Yangtze River Cruise - Yangtze River
Sail along the Yangtze River in comfort, aboard one of the wonderful 4-star vessels of the Victoria Cruise fleet. Relax in your Superior Cabin situated on the Main Deck, equipped with Wi-Fi access, an ensuite bathroom, and a private balcony - a tranquil retreat for you to relax and take in the scenic beauty around you. Onboard entertainment may include informative lectures, painting demonstrations, Tai Chi, lessons in the Mandarin language and more! Amenity package upgrades are available upon enquiry with our Reservations team.
Hongqiao Jin Jiang Hotel - Shanghai
Located in the heart of bustling Shanghai and nearby airport, the Jin Jiang Hongqiao Hotel welcomes visitors to a luxurious and relaxing retreat from the city. Guests will have easy access to the major metropolitan area as well as the Shanghai Public Library and Honggiao Golf Club.
Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 Jun 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately RMB920pp (AU$200pp) is paid locally in China.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.