| # | Depart on | Type | Price | Traveler | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daily May 30 - Dec 31 | 4-person group - Single room supplement | $ 480 | ||
| 2 | Daily May 30 - Dec 31 | 2-person group - Single room supplement | $ 480 | ||
| 3 | Daily May 30 - Dec 31 | 4-person group - Twin room | $ 3280 | ||
| 4 | Daily May 30 - Dec 31 | 2-person group - Twin room | $ 4680 |
Price | 2-person group | 4-person group | ||
Twin room: $4,680/person | Single room supplement: $480/person | Twin room: $3,280/person | Single room supplement: $480/person | |
Price Explanation 1.Room Type Note: A twin room is priced for two guests sharing. A single guest occupying one room shall pay the single room supplement. 2.Customized Service: Private group charter and tailor-made itinerary are available for this itinerary with no minimum number requirement. Please contact our consultant separately for quotation and itinerary arrangement. 3.Peak Season Surcharge: Additional surcharges may apply during holidays, summer vacation, Christmas, New Year and local peak seasons. Quotation for some specific dates shall be checked separately. 4.Note: This itinerary is for reference only. While the overall itinerary will remain unchanged, our company reserves the right to make minor adjustments for optimization purposes, as well as to change the order of visits and/or substitute individual attractions based on seasonal conditions and timing. The final itinerary shall be subject to the confirmation issued prior to departure. Last Updated: May 28, 2026 | ||||
ØMarket Unique: Connecting China's Eight Ancient Capitals, delving deep into a thousand-year cultural heritage, and creating a historically rich journey of quality discovery.
ØCulinary Pilgrimage: Includes 4 sit-down meals, featuring signature flavors of the ancient capitals to decode "A Bite of China."
ØAesthetic Accommodation: 3-star local hotel stays throughout the journey.
ØTransportation Perks: Luxury air-conditioned coach with daily bottled water provided.
ØProfessional Endorsement: Accompanied by an excellent English-speaking guide throughout, offering an immersive experience of local cultural charms.
Today you will go to the airport to check in for your flight to Beijing, China. Due to the time difference, it is recommended to confirm the local time and depart 1 day in advance, the exact time is subject to the arrival time, please choose an early flight to arrive.You will be spending the night on the plane, which may be cold, so it is recommended that you bring warm clothing. We wish you a good night's rest.
Today you will arrive in Beijing, the capital of China. The guide will greet you at the airport and arrange your transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest. Please note that the pickup day is designated for free independent activities and does not constitute part of the formal itinerary. Participants arriving early are advised to take precautions regarding personal and property safety during free time.
Pickup Details:
Free airport/station pickup is available during three time slots: 9:00, 12:00, and 15:00. Pickup outside these hours is available for a fee. Please contact customer service for further details.
Beijing
One of the ancient capitals with the most dynastic transitions in China, it carries over 3,000 years of civilizational accumulation and urban evolution. Its historical lineage can be traced back to the Yan State of the Western Zhou Dynasty, evolving through roles as a secondary capital of the Liao and Jin dynasties, the capital of the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, to the modern capital of China. This has formed a unique cultural landscape characterized by a blend of ancient and modern elements and multicultural coexistence.
Itinerary: Tian'anmen Square - Palace Museum - The Temple of Heaven
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Tian'anmen Square, one of the world's largest urban central squares, The Palace Museum★(enter inside),the imperial palace of 24 emperors from the Ming and Qing dynasties, and Temple of Heaven,the world's largest existing ancient architectural complex for worshiping heaven.
Tian'anmen Square
It has witnessed numerous major historical events and national celebrations, bearing profound historical, cultural, and political significance.
Palace Museum
Formerly known as the Forbidden City, this imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties stands at the center of Beijing's central axis. It is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient wooden architectural complexes in the world. With its red walls, yellow tiles, and splendid decorations, the palace features a rigorous layout and countless cultural relics, showcasing the majesty and luxury of ancient imperial life.
The Temple of Heaven Park
It served as the venue for the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties to hold heaven-worshipping, grain-praying, and rain-praying ceremonies during the Winter Solstice, and is the largest existing ancient sacrificial architectural complex in China. First built in the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty (1420), it was initially called the Temple of Heaven and Earth. After the functions of worshipping heaven and earth were separated in the 9th year of the Jiajing reign (1530), it was renamed the Temple of Heaven. The Temple of Heaven consists of an inner altar and an outer altar, with main buildings concentrated in the inner altar, such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and the Circular Mound. With its unique architectural style and profound cultural connotations, it was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 1998.
Itinerary:
The Summer Palace - Yonghe Temple - Shichahai
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, visit the Summer Palace(enter inside), renowned as one of the world's most beautiful royal gardens, explore Yonghe Temple(enter inside), the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Beijing, and immerse yourself in the rich local culture of old Beijing with the Shichahai.
Located in the northwestern suburbs of Beijing, covering an area of 3.009 square kilometers, the Summer Palace was formerly known as Qingyi Garden. It was first built in the 15th year of the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty (1750) as a large natural landscape garden. Burned down by the Anglo-French Allied Forces in 1860, it was reconstructed in 1886 with funds misappropriated from the navy by the Qing government and renamed the Summer Palace two years later. Using Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as the site, and taking the scenery of the West Lake in Hangzhou as a blueprint, it was built by absorbing some design techniques and artistic conceptions of Jiangnan gardens. It is the best-preserved imperial palace garden, known as the "Museum of ImperialGardens".
Once the residence of Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty, this royal monastery of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism hides thousand-year-old Zen meaning in its seven courtyards amid yellow tiles and red walls. The bronze statue of Zongkapa in the Falun Hall, the 18-meter-high white sandalwood Maitreya Buddha in Wanfu Pavilion, and the "Three Wonders of Woodcarving" (the Five Hundred Arhats Mountain) tell stories of the integration of Han, Tibetan, and Mongolian cultures. As a sacred site for believers to pray and the historical birthplace of Emperor Qianlong, the temple remains steeped in daily life with the "first incense grabbing" on the first day of the lunar month and porridge distribution on Laba Festival.
Shichahai
The area is home to numerous ancient buildings and historical sites, with hutongs and courtyard houses arranged in an orderly manner, brimming with the charm of old Beijing. Taking a tricycle tour is an excellent way to experience Beijing's traditional culture and local customs.
Itinerary: Shaanxi History Museum - Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square- Grand Tang All Day Mall
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, take a train to Xi'an. Upon arrival, visit Shaanxi History Museum (enter inside), China's first large-scale modern national museum. In the evening, explore Great Wild Goose Pagoda Square + Grand Tang All Day Mall , a vibrant area reviving the glorious atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty.
Note: If Shaanxi History Museum is closed or unavailable, it will be replaced with Xi'an Museum or Shaanxi Archaeological Museum.
As China's first large-scale modern national museum, its Tang-style imitation architectural complex amazes the world. With a collection of over 1.7 million cultural relics spanning a million years of history, including Shang-Zhou bronze wares, Han-Tang gold and silver wares, and Tang tomb murals, each artifact serves as a cipher of civilization, allowing every visitor to touch the genetic context of Chinese civilization.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square+ Grand Tang All Day Mall
Located at the foot of the world-renowned Big Wild Goose Pagoda, this area embraces the Tang Dynasty culture with Tang-style elements as its core. It creates an all-in-one destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, leisure, tourism, and business. As you step in, the dazzling lights transport you back to the golden age of Chang'an, reviving the splendor of the Tang Dynasty!
Itinerary: Terracotta Warriors -Huaqing Palace
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to one of the World's Eight Wonders - Terracotta Warriors Museum★(enter inside). Visit the historic Huaqing Palace★(enter inside).
Terracotta Warriors Museum
Visit Pit 1, 2, 3 and the Bronze Chariot Exhibition Hall. The Terracotta Warriors are hailed as the Eighth Wonder of the World. The thousands of uniquely crafted soldier figures unearthed here, each with vivid expressions, represent a glittering pearl in the history of ancient Chinese sculpture and are acclaimed as "one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century."
Huaqing Palace
With a long history, Huaqing Palace served as a detached imperial resort for rulers of the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang dynasties. It encompasses cultural zones like the Tang Imperial Hot Spring Ruins Museum, the Five-Room Hall (Xi'an Incident site), Jiulong Lake and Furong Lake scenic areas, and the Tang Pear Garden Ruins Museum. Landmark structures include Feishuang Hall, Wanshou Hall, Changsheng Hall, Huanyuan Garden, and Yuwang Hall.
Itinerary: Xi'an City Wall - Daming Palace National Heritage Park - Luoyi Ancient City
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, ascend Xi'an City Wall★(enter inside) to witness the blend of ancient and modern China and uncover the past and present of the city wall. Explore the "Palace of Palaces" - Daming Palace National Heritage Park★(enter inside), and visit Luoyi Ancient City, known as the Central Plains Ferry.
Xi'an City Wall (Ming City Wall)
Climbing the wall, you can learn about its history. As the best-preserved ancient military city wall in the world, Xi'an City Wall is one of the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units. After more than a thousand years of vicissitudes, it shows the appearance of Chang'an from the Sui and Tang dynasties to the present. With a total length of 13.74 kilometers and 18 city gates, it is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China.
Daming Palace National Heritage Park
Once the "Palace of Palaces" where 17 emperors governed, strolling through it is not only a visit to historical ruins but also a "living textbook" of heritage protection, where one can feel a nation's guardianship of its cultural roots.
Luoyi Ancient City
Known as the "Central Plains Ferry," the scenic area encompasses preserved architectural structures from multiple historical periods, including the Wenfeng Pagoda, Henan Prefectural Confucian Temple, and the ancient city wall ruins from the Jin and Yuan dynasties, all carrying profound cultural significance. The park also brings together over 200 intangible cultural heritage projects, such as Heluo Drumming, Ruyang Liu Brush Making, and sugar figure and painting crafts, allowing visitors to experience the charm of traditional skills up close.
Itinerary: Longmen Grottoes - White Horse Temple - Yingtian Gate Site of Luoyang City in Sui and Tang Dynasties
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the Longmen Grottoes★(enter inside), which carries the memory of human civilization; the White Horse Temple★(enter inside), known as the "First Ancient Temple of China" and the "Origin of Chinese Buddhism" and "Source of Sakyamuni's Teachings"; and the Yingtian Gate Site of Luoyang City in Sui and Tang Dynasties★(enter inside), the highest-grade city gate in ancient China, acclaimed as the "First Gate of the Sui and Tang."
Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes house 2,345 existing niches, over 100,000 statues, and more than 2,800 inscribed stone tablets. It is the world's largest treasure house of rock carving art, boasting the greatest number of statues and the largest scale. It was rated by UNESCO as the "pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art" and ranks first among all major grottoes in China.
White Horse Temple
As China's first ancient temple, the White Horse Temple was initially built in the 11th year of the Yongping era of the Eastern Han Dynasty (68 AD). It is a world-renowned Buddhist monastery (Sangharama) and the first temple constructed after Buddhism was introduced to China. After its establishment, Chinese Buddhist monasteries became generally referred to as "temples" (Si). Consequently, the White Horse Temple is regarded as the birthplace of Chinese Buddhism, honored with the titles "Origin/Pioneer Temple" and "Source of Sakyamuni's Teachings" in Chinese Buddhism. With a history of over 1,900 years, the existing historical relics at the site date from the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, making them exceptionally precious.
Yingtian Gate Site of Luoyang City in Sui and Tang Dynasties
This was the main southern gate of the Imperial City (Forbidden City, Ziwei City) of Luoyang during the Sui and Tang dynasties. Initially built in the first year of the Daye era of the Sui Dynasty (605 AD), it served as the venue for important state ceremonies such as imperial enthronements, era name changes, grand amnesties, and banquets. Empress Wu Zetian ascended the throne here. It was a place that received tributary missions from various countries, symbolizing the state and imperial power.
Itinerary: Shaolin Temple - Shaolin Kung Fu Performance - Featured Experience "Shaolin Baduanjin" - Songyang Academy
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, take a coach to Dengfeng to visit the Shaolin Temple★(enter inside), renowned as the "Number One Temple under Heaven," watch the Shaolin Kung Fu Performance, experience the Shaolin Baduanjin (experience included), and explore the ancient Chinese institution of higher learning, the Songyang Academy★(enter inside). Afterwards, take a coach to Zhengzhou.
Shaolin Temple
The Shaolin Temple was first built during the reign of Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty. Bodhidharma, the 28th Patriarch of Buddhism in India, traveled from Southern India to China, meditated facing a wall for nine years at Shaolin Temple, and first established the Chan (Zen) School. Consequently, Shaolin Temple is revered worldwide as the "Pioneer Temple of Chan Buddhism."
Shaolin Kung Fu Performance
Shaolin Kung Fu is an important component of traditional Chinese martial arts. Originating from the Shaolin Temple on Mount Song in Henan, it integrates Buddhist culture with martial arts techniques, possessing profound historical and cultural significance.
Featured Experience - Shaolin Baduanjin
Baduanjin (Eight-Section Brocade) is one of the earliest fitness exercises practiced by the monks of Shaolin Temple. Legend has it that as early as the Tang Dynasty, the eminent Shaolin monk Lingqiu was skilled in practicing Baduanjin and lived to be 109 years old. Baduanjin helps to relax muscles and tendons, improve blood circulation, regulate Qi and blood, and promote the body's metabolism. Long-term practice can strengthen the constitution, resist disease, and promote longevity.
Songyang Academy
Songyang Academy was an institution of higher learning in ancient China. Initially built in the 8th year of the Taihe era of the Northern Wei Dynasty, it was first named Songyang Temple, a Buddhist monastery. It was renamed Songyang Academy during its renovation in the 2nd year of the Jingyou era of the Song Dynasty, with a director appointed to manage its affairs. Songyang Academy was one of the birthplaces of the Cheng-Zhu School of Neo-Confucianism during the Song Dynasty. Its architectural style serves as a "model specimen" for studying the architecture of ancient Chinese academies, the education system, and Confucian culture.
Itinerary: Zhengzhou Yellow River Culture Park - Jianye Movie Town
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, visit Zhengzhou Yellow River Culture Park★(enter inside), the starting point of the "Above-ground Suspended River" of the Yellow River and the best spot to view the Yellow River. Then explore Jianye Movie Town★(enter inside), which showcases the historical prosperity of various industries in Zhengzhou since the city opened its commercial port and the railway began operating in the 1920s and 1930s. Afterwards, take a coach to Kaifeng.
Zhengzhou Yellow River Culture Park
This section of the Yellow River, characterized by unique geographical features such as "elevated, perilous, expansive, and wide," forms a grand, majestic, and picturesque natural landscape. The park features over 40 scenic spots, including statues of the Yan and Huang Emperors, a nurturing statue, sculptures of a hundred renowned historical figures in Chinese history, and the Yellow River Stele Forest. It is an ideal place to experience Yellow River culture and appreciate Chinese civilization.
Jianye Movie Town
Movie Town not only recreates many old buildings and time-honored brands from the past but also meticulously replicates vintage signage. It also brings together experiential spaces showcasing Henan's local culture, such as dye workshops, weaving shops, lantern shops, kite shops, and Central Plains embroidery workshops, revitalizing Henan's traditional handicrafts and intangible cultural heritage within the town.
Itinerary: Kaifeng Palace - Millennium City Park
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the renowned foremost prefecture under heaven Kaifeng Palace★(enter inside), and take a leisurely stroll through Millennium City Park★(enter inside).
Kaifeng Palace
Known as the foremost prefecture under heaven, Kaifeng Palace was initially built during the Five Dynasties period. Historically, this site served as the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty. Bao Zheng (Judge Bao) held office here, known for his strict and impartial enforcement of the law, as well as his integrity, which made Kaifeng Palace famous throughout history. The architecture of Kaifeng Palace features a regular layout, solemn and elegant style, and a classical ambiance, preserving the official architectural style of the Song Dynasty.
Millennium City Park
Millennium City Park is a large-scale historical and cultural theme park that recreates the Northern Song Dynasty era. It is a 1:1 restoration based on the renowned painting "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" by the Northern Song artist Zhang Zeduan. The park covers an area of over 600 acres, including 180 acres of water surface, more than 100 ancient-style boats of various sizes, over 400 houses, and landscape buildings with a total floor area of 30,000 square meters, forming a large-scale imitation Song Dynasty ancient architectural complex in the Central Plains region. Daily performances with Northern Song characteristics allow visitors to feel as if they have traveled through time, experiencing the prosperity of the Northern Song Dynasty.
Itinerary: Daxiangguo Temple - Youli City
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Daxiangguo Temple★(enter inside). Then, take a coach to Tangyin to visit Youli City★(enter inside), the birthplace of the "Zhou Yi" (Book of Changes) which has gained worldwide popularity. After the visit, continue to Anyang.
Daxiangguo Temple
Daxiangguo Temple is one of China's top ten Han Chinese Buddhist temples. The site originally was the residence of Lord Xinling, a nobleman of the Warring States period. Emperor Wenxuan of the Northern Qi Dynasty, Gao Yang, founded a temple here in the sixth year of the Tianbao era, naming it Jianguo Temple, which was later destroyed by warfare. In the early Tang Dynasty, the monk Huiyun rebuilt the temple. Coinciding with the ascension of Emperor Ruizong Li Dan, who had previously held the title of Prince of Xiang, the temple was granted the name Xiangguo Temple.
Youli City
Youli City is the birthplace of the "Zhou Yi" (Book of Changes), a work that has gained worldwide popularity. It is renowned at home and abroad for its profound and extensive cultural significance. The historical allusions of "drawing a circle on the ground to serve as a prison" and "King Wen, while confined, elaborated the Zhou Yi" originated here. Over three thousand years ago, King Zhou of the Shang Dynasty, wary of the rising power of the Zhou tribe, falsely accused Marquis Wen of the Zhou, Ji Chang, of plotting rebellion and imprisoned him in the desolate village of Youli, present-day Youli City. Ji Chang was already 82 years old at the time. During his seven years of confinement, with remarkable perseverance, he developed Fu Xi's Primordial Eight Trigrams into the 64 hexagrams and 384 line statements, thus completing the world-renowned and timeless masterpiece, the "Zhou Yi".
Itinerary: Cao Cao Gaoling Mausoleum Museum - Yin Xu
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, take a coach to the Cao Cao Gaoling Mausoleum Museum★(enter inside), an important platform for studying the culture of the Three Kingdoms period and the history of the Han and Wei dynasties. Then, visit the Yin Xu★(enter inside), the first documented capital site of the late Shang Dynasty in Chinese history that can be verified by literature, oracle bone inscriptions, and archaeological excavation.
Cao Cao Gaoling Mausoleum Museum
Cao Cao was a renowned politician, strategist, and litterateur in Chinese history, as well as the founder of the Cao Wei regime. The Cao Cao Gaoling in Anyang is his tomb. It was archaeologically confirmed in December 2009. The discovery and excavation of Cao Cao Gaoling have established an accurate chronological benchmark for the archaeological study of the Han and Wei dynasties, providing precious physical materials for researching the imperial tomb system and history of that era.
Yin Xu
Yin Xu is the first capital site of the late Shang Dynasty in Chinese history that is documented in historical records and confirmed by oracle bone inscriptions and archaeological excavations. It served as the capital during the later period of the Shang Dynasty. Archaeologists at Yin Xu have discovered China's earliest systematic oracle bone inscriptions, the earliest horse-and-chariot pit remains, the tomb of China's earliest female general, and the world's largest and heaviest bronze vessel unearthed - the Houmuwu Ding (formerly known as Simuwu Ding). These findings endow Yin Xu with the three key elements of urban settlement, writing, and bronze artifacts, making it the first ancient capital site in Chinese history that is documented in literature and verified by both oracle bone inscriptions and archaeological excavation.
Itinerary: Nanjing Presidential Palace - Night Tour of the Qinhuai River
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Nanjing according to the train schedule. Upon arrival, visit the Nanjing Presidential Palace★ (enter inside), which has a history of over 600 years. Night Tour of the Qinhuai River.
Nanjing Presidential Palace
The Nanjing Presidential Palace complex boasts a history of over 600 years. In the early Ming Dynasty, it served as the residence of the Marquis of Guide and the Prince of Han. During the Qing Dynasty, it became the office of the Governor of Jiangnan and later the Governor of Liangjiang. Emperors Kangxi and Qianlong used this site as their "temporary palace" during their inspections of southern China. Zeng Guofan also reconstructed the Liangjiang Governor's Office here. Prominent Qing officials such as Lin Zexu, Li Hongzhang, Liu Kunyi, Shen Baozhen, Zuo Zongtang, Zhang Zhidong, and Duanfang all served as Governors of Liangjiang at this location. On January 1, 1912, Sun Yat-sen was inaugurated here as the Provisional President of the Republic of China.
Itinerary: Nanjing Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone - Porcelain Tower
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the Nanjing Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone★ (enter inside), the sole sacred site in the world enshrining the parietal bone sarira of Buddha Sakyamuni. Then, visit the Porcelain Tower★(enter inside), the largest and highest-ranking temple in Chinese history, renowned as the foremost among all temples.
Nanjing Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone
Nanjing Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone is the only existing site in the world dedicated to enshrining the parietal bone sarira of Buddha Sakyamuni. Niushou Mountain itself encapsulates half of Nanjing's history, attracting converging influences from the Six Dynasties' cultural ambiance, the legacy of the Southern Tang Dynasty, and the historical events of the Republic of China era. Its long historical heritage and rich cultural relics are particularly distinguished by its prominent Buddhist culture.
Porcelain Tower
It was constructed by Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Di, in memory of his parents, Emperor Hongwu Zhu Yuanzhang and Empress Ma. It was rebuilt in the 10th year of the Yongle era (1412 AD) on the original site of the Jianchu Temple, a project spanning 19 years. The construction was exceptionally meticulous, strictly following imperial palace standards. The entire temple complex was grand in scale, comprising over 30 halls and pavilions, 148 monastic rooms, 118 corridor rooms, and 38 scripture rooms, making it the largest and highest-ranking temple in Chinese history and recognized as the foremost among all temples.
Itinerary: Leifeng Pagoda - West Lake Stroll
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, take a coach to Hangzhou. Visit Leifeng Pagoda★(enter inside), then take a leisurely stroll around West Lake, which was inscribed on the World Heritage List on June 24, 2011.
Leifeng Pagoda
Leifeng Pagoda is situated atop Sunset Hill on the southern shore of the West Lake Scenic Area. It is one of the "Ten Scenes of West Lake" and China's first colorful bronze pagoda. Leifeng Pagoda is not merely a natural landmark representing the scenery of West Lake, it also embodies profound cultural significance. The Wuyue regional culture that benefited future generations, the unparalleled poetry culture of West Lake, and the enduring love legend of the "Legend of the White Snake" are all now "narrated" to the world through this new ancient pagoda.
West Lake
Also known as Qiantang Lake, it covers a surface area of 6.38 square kilometers and is one of the three famous lakes in the Jiangnan region.
Itinerary: Xixi National Wetland Park - Lingyin Temple - "Impression West Lake
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, take a coach to the internationally important wetland resource Xixi National Wetland Park★(enter inside), visit Hangzhou's earliest famous temple Lingyin Temple★(enter inside).
Xixi National Wetland Park
Xixi Wetland boasts rich ecological resources, simple and natural landscapes, and profound cultural deposits. It was once known as one of Hangzhou's "Three Xis" alongside West Lake and Xiling. It is currently the first and only national wetland park in China that integrates urban wetland, agricultural wetland, and cultural wetland.
Lingyin Temple
Lingyin Temple was first built in the first year of the Xianhe era of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and has a history of approximately 1,700 years, making it the earliest famous temple in Hangzhou. It is located west of Hangzhou's West Lake, backed by North Peak and facing Feilai Peak. Nestled between these two peaks, it features towering trees and lush forests, presenting an ancient temple deep in the mountains shrouded in ever-changing clouds and mist.
Today concludes your delightful journey through China's 8 Ancient Capitals. You will proceed to the airport for your return flight home.
Exclusive Benefit:
Free airport/station drop-off is available during three time slots: 9:00, 12:00, and 15:00. Drop-off outside these hours is available for a fee. Please contact customer service for further details.
1. 16 nights in Local 3-star hotels
2. 16 hotel buffet breakfasts, 4 delicious lunches/dinners: Meal types consist of regular meals including Chinese meals and local cuisine.
3. Domestic professional tourist vehicle with a dedicated driver (comprehensive vehicle insurance provided; vehicle type adjusted based on group size, guaranteeing one seat per person).
4. Excellent local English-speaking guide
5. The first entrance tickets to scenic spots marked with ★ in the itinerary: The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven Park, Summer Palace, Yonghe Temple, Terracotta Warriors, Huaqing Palace, Xi'an City Wall, Danning Palace National Heritage Park, Longmen Grottoes (including electric car + earphone), White Horse Temple, Yingtian Gate Site of Luoyang City in Sui and Tang Dynasties, Shaolin Temple (one-way electric car + earphone, Shaolin Kung Fu Performance + Shaolin Baduanjin teaching experience), Zhengzhou Yellow River Culture Park (including electric car), Songyang Academy, Jianye Movie Town, Kaifeng Palace, Millennium City Park, Daxiangguo Temple, Youli City, Cao Cao Gaoling Mausoleum Museum, Yin Xu (including palace and temple site), Nanjing Presidential Palace, Nanjing Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone (including electric car), Leifeng Pagoda, Xixi National Wetland Park (including cruise & electric car)
6. High-speed Rail/Bullet Train: Beijing - Xi'an Second Class, Xi'an - Luoyang Second Class, Anyang - Nanjing Second Class
7. All driver and guide service fees
8. 2 bottled waters per person daily
Important Note: The driver and guide's working hours are limited to 10 hours per day. Overtime fees will apply for hours exceeding this limit, please note! (Exclusions: Overtime caused by factors such as traffic congestion or vehicle breakdown. This primarily refers to overtime resulting from personal delays during the scheduled itinerary or the additional use of vehicle/guide services after the day's planned activities have concluded).
1. International airfare (We can assist with booking,payable separately).
2. China visa fees (Our company can assist with the application, payable separately)
3. Entrance tickets to attractions not marked with ★ in the itinerary.
4. Personal expenses of guests (e.g., hotel telephone calls, laundry, beverages, excess baggage charges and storage fees).
5. Additional expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control, such as force majeure events including strikes and transportation delays.
6. All other expenses not listed under the "Price Includes" section.
Paid Seat Selection Policy
1.Applicable Seat Range
“Preferred Seats” generally refer to the front rows within the bus cabin (subject to the actual seating layout of the vehicle on the day of travel). These seats offer a wider field of view, more convenient boarding and disembarking, and relatively more comfortable seating space.
2.Pricing
(1) Tours of 8 days or less: USD $12 per person per day
(2) Tours over 8 days: USD $15 per person per day
The total fee is calculated based on the total number of travel days and collected in full at the time of booking.
3.Booking Rules
(1) Voluntary selection: All participants may choose whether to purchase the Preferred Seat service based on their own needs at the time of booking.
(2) First-come, first-served: Preferred seats are limited. For vehicles with 15 seats or more, the first three rows are designated as paid seats and will be assigned in order of payment until sold out.
(3) Priority for traveling companions: For travelers under the same booking, we will make every effort to arrange adjacent seats if Preferred Seats are purchased together.
4.Important Notes
(1) The Preferred Seat fee only covers seat selection priority and does not include any additional services.
(2) In the event of vehicle changes due to weather, road conditions, or operational adjustments, we will strive to provide equivalent seating arrangements or refund the corresponding fee based on the affected days.
(3) Passengers who do not purchase this service will be assigned seats free of charge on a rotational basis, and we will make reasonable efforts to seat traveling companions together.
5.Refund Policy
(1) Cancellation more than 7 days before departure: full refund of the Preferred Seat fee.
(2) Cancellation 3–7 days before departure: 50% refund.
(3) Cancellation within 3 days of departure: non-refundable.
Itinerary Notes
Special Notes:
1. The sequence of the itinerary, attractions, flights, and accommodations listed above are subject to change, modification, or substitution. The final itinerary shall be as confirmed by our company prior to departure.
2. The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and apply additional charges due to factors such as airline policies, visa requirements, government regulations, or weather conditions.
Flight numbers and schedules listed in the itinerary are for reference only and may be reasonably adjusted based on actual circumstances.
Cancellation and Change Policy
I. Cancellation Policy:
1. 120 days or more prior to departure: Full refund will be issued.
2. 90–119 days prior to departure: A 5% service fee of the total tour cost will be charged, plus any non-refundable expenses already incurred.
3. 60–89 days prior to departure: A 10% service fee of the total tour cost will be charged, plus any non-refundable expenses already incurred.
4. 59 days or less prior to departure: No refunds will be issued. Name changes (transfer of the booking to another traveler) are permitted, subject to a 5% fee.
Note: We recommend purchasing travel insurance at the time of booking. If you need to cancel for personal reasons, you may file a claim with your insurance provider in accordance with the policy terms.
Additional Terms:
1. The cancellation policy does not apply to airfare or cruise components, which are subject to the terms and conditions of the respective airlines and cruise operators.
2. Failure to join the tour on the departure date and time will be considered a voluntary forfeiture; all payments made will be non-refundable.
3. Any additional hotel bookings or services are subject to the specific policies of the hotel or service provider to determine refund eligibility.
4. If a traveler withdraws from the tour or is unable to participate in any scheduled activities due to personal reasons (including but not limited to lack of valid travel documents, visa issues, late arrival, illness, or accidents), all payments made will be non-refundable, and no alternative services or compensation will be provided.
In the event that the itinerary cannot be fulfilled due to force majeure events, including but not limited to weather conditions, war, or strikes, the company will prioritize the safety of travelers and their property. The company reserves the right to cancel or modify part or all of the itinerary and shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect losses arising from such events. All payments made will be non-refundable.
III. Additional Charges:
1）In the event of airline-imposed fare adjustments, any price difference must be paid in accordance with the airline’s policies. If the ticket is issued as a group fare, it is non-changeable, non-transferable, and non-refundable.
2）If there are policy-driven price adjustments in the destination country affecting fees, items not included in the itinerary, or other related costs, any resulting price differences must be paid accordingly.
3）Strong Recommendation: Travel insurance is highly recommended. Unexpected events—such as emergencies, severe weather, natural disasters, or war; changes to the itinerary; health issues involving you or your family members; flight delays or cancellations; strikes; lost luggage; cruise cancellations or itinerary changes; personal injury; or loss of personal property—may disrupt your travel plans. In the event of such circumstances, the tour operator will make reasonable efforts to assist; however, it shall not bear legal liability or responsibility for compensation. Please purchase appropriate insurance to safeguard your travel and medical expenses.
We especially recommend purchasing adequate travel insurance to cover the following risks:
• Trip cancellation/interruption
• Emergency medical and evacuation
• Flight delay
• Baggage loss/delay
Below are some insurance channels commonly used by our customers for your reference:
1. World Nomads: www.worldnomads.com
2. https://www.travelinsurance.com/
3. Allianz: www.allianztravelinsurance.com
You may also purchase insurance from an insurer you are familiar with.
Travelers who do not purchase insurance shall bear all losses arising from unforeseen circumstances, and the company shall not be liable for any compensation.
Travel Instructions
I. Meeting & Boarding Requirements
① All participants in the tour group must assemble and depart on time. Please arrive at the pick-up location 15 minutes in advance. Our company's tour bus will not wait for latecomers. If you fail to join the group at the agreed time and location, or are unable to catch up en route, it will be considered as an automatic waiver of the trip, and no refunds will be given.
②The pick-up and drop-off times indicated in the tour notification are estimated. The specific locations for boarding and alighting will be confirmed by our company. (In case of traffic conditions or other special circumstances that prevent our bus from arriving at the pick-up location on time or if there is a temporary change in schedule, our company will notify you promptly. Please wait patiently.)
II. Vehicle & Luggage Requirements
① There are three types of buses: large buses, minibuses, and 9-seater vans. Generally, large buses have dedicated luggage compartments for storing baggage, while minibuses and 9-seater vans have relatively smaller spaces for luggage storage. Given the limited space in the bus compartments, we recommend that you travel with as little luggage as possible. Our company will arrange the appropriate vehicle based on the final group size to ensure that each person has a seat.
② To avoid excessive congestion at tourist attractions, in most cities, the parking spots for tour buses are located farther away from the attractions. Drivers are not allowed to park indiscriminately, as violations will result in hefty fines. Therefore, the boarding and alighting locations may be a certain distance from the attractions. We ask for the understanding of all group members.
III. Safety Tips for Traveling by Tour Bus:
① Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the bus.
② Do not carry any prohibited items.
③ Do not tamper with any objects on the bus to avoid unnecessary damage.
④ During temporary stops, please follow the arrangements of the tour guide and do not wander off.
⑤ When getting off the bus for sightseeing, dining, or shopping, please make sure to close the bus windows and take your valuables with you. The travel agency will not be responsible for any loss or theft.
⑥ Given the long travel time and heavy load on the vehicle, if the bus breaks down and affects the itinerary, the travel agency will take prompt remedial measures. Please cooperate fully.
Important Notes and Safety Risk Warnings
I. Important Notes for Tour Registration
1. Passport Validity: Before joining an overseas tour, ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates. If your travel is disrupted due to expired or invalid documents (e.g., visa denials, entry/exit rejections), all resulting losses will be borne solely by yourself.
2. Visa & Entry Requirements: Visa issuance and entry approval are subject to the administrative or sovereign authority of relevant institutions. You must provide truthful information, and the travel agency will assist with procedures. However, delays or denials due to your failure to submit required materials, incomplete documentation, or personal circumstances will be your responsibility.
3. Visa Documentation Updates: Visa requirements for Europe, America, Asia, etc., are frequently updated by embassies/consulates. The travel agency will notify you to supplement materials promptly. Delays or rejections caused by incomplete, late, or flawed submissions will result in losses borne by you.
4. Border Control Compliance: Even with a valid visa, entry/exit approval depends on immigration authorities. If denied entry/exit due to personal reasons (e.g., incomplete documentation), all losses are your responsibility.
II. Health & Activity Risk Warnings
1. Health Disclosure: Disclose your health status and medical history during registration. The agency may recommend suitable tours and advise medical checkups. If you insist on joining despite health risks, the agency assumes you have consulted a doctor and are fit to travel.
Seniors aged 65+ and minors require family/parental accompaniment.
The agency may require specific travel insurance and reserves the right to deny registration if accompaniment is lacking.
2. Emergency Assistance: In emergencies (e.g., safety threats, medical crises), the agency, local authorities, or embassies may assist, but costs (e.g., medical fees, evacuation) are your responsibility. Contact your tour leader, agency, or local institutions immediately.
3. Medical Emergencies: The agency will arrange urgent medical care but cannot guarantee access to specific hospitals. Treatment costs are your responsibility.
4. Care Limitations: Tour leaders cannot abandon the group to provide prolonged medical support. If full-time care is needed, the agency can assist in arranging visits by family (at your expense). Provide emergency contacts in advance.
5. Family Visits: If family must travel to assist you abroad, the agency will help coordinate but cannot guarantee discounted travel rates. All costs (flights, hotels) are your responsibility.
6. The travel agency particularly reminds tourists with the following conditions: those with a history of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, mental illnesses, asthma, cervical spondylosis, and other recurring diseases not mentioned above. This also includes healthy individuals aged 55 and above, as well as pregnant women. Please avoid participating in the following activities: Diving, mountaineering, rafting, skiing, horseback riding, skydiving, hot air ballooning, helicopter rides, desert safaris, zip-lining, amusement park rides, or close wildlife encounters.
We usually do not include activities that are dangerous or highly stimulating in the itinerary. If you find that any item may cause harm to your body, please be sure to inform the team leader or tour guide in advance. We will make appropriate arrangements.
III. Personal Property & Shopping Guidelines
1. Safeguard Belongings: Keep valuables secure. Do not leave items unattended in luggage, buses, or hotel rooms. The agency will assist in reporting thefts but cannot recover losses or compensate for damages.
2. Tax Refunds: Retain tax refund forms. Guides may assist with documentation, but refund approval depends on local policies. The agency cannot guarantee successful refunds.
3. Transaction Fees: Bank charges for card payments are non-refundable. Returned purchases may incur additional fees at your expense.
IV. Important Notice Regarding Luggage for Cross-Border Travel Products
Given that cross-border travel involves multiple flight segments, and given the possibility of luggage loss during air transit-which can be difficult to recover once it occurs-we hereby provide the following important guidelines to protect your interests and ensure a smoother journey:
1.Carry-On Recommendations:
It is strongly advised that you keep valuable items (e.g., jewelry, electronics, important documents, etc.) and special medications in your carry-on luggage. Do not check them in.
If you require daily liquid medication for medical reasons, please obtain a medical certificate from a hospital in advance to facilitate security checks.
2.Luggage Loss Handling:
In the unfortunate event of lost luggage, our agency will actively assist you in reporting the loss and liaising with the carrier airline to locate your belongings. If your flight ticket was booked through us, we will also assist you in filing a claim with the airline. Please note, however, that according to relevant regulations and agreements, our role is limited to assistance, and we do not assume compensation liability for lost luggage.
3.Additional Insurance Advice:
If you have concerns about the coverage limit of the basic travel insurance, you may consider purchasing supplemental high-coverage travel insurance at your own discretion to protect against potential risks.
Room Sharing Policy
1. Room-Sharing Policy for Solo Travelers
(1) For solo travelers, a single room supplement is generally required. If you prefer to share a room with another traveler in the same group, please indicate your room-sharing request at the time of booking. We will make every reasonable effort to arrange a suitable match.
(2) Please note that as this is a group formed by individual travelers (not family groups), we cannot guarantee the sleep habits of room-sharing partners in advance. Such habits may include, but are not limited to, snoring, teeth grinding, talking in sleep, sleeping with lights on, or drinking alcohol in the room. If any of these behaviors affect your rest and overall travel experience, we strongly recommend that travelers with sleep concerns, or those with special sleep habits, pay the single room supplement to secure a private room.
(3) If you agree to room sharing but later require a single room while traveling abroad, you will need to arrange directly with the hotel and pay the additional cost in cash or by credit card. Please note that the full room charge (not a half-room supplement) will apply. We appreciate your understanding.
2. Single Room Supplement Policy
(1) For travelers who request room sharing upon booking, room assignments will strictly follow the order of document submission or deposit payment, on a “first-come, first-served” basis to ensure fairness.
If a “natural single room” situation occurs after the group registration deadline (i.e., no same-gender roommate is available and a solo room is unavoidable), the following arrangements will apply:
① Single Room Supplement Responsibility: The last traveler in order of document submission or deposit payment among those requesting room sharing will be responsible for paying the single room supplement.
② Tour Postponement or Change: You may postpone your participation to the next available departure date at the same tour price as originally booked, and you will be granted priority room-sharing arrangement for that departure. We will prioritize matching you with a roommate.
(2) If you choose to switch to another suitable itinerary, you will also retain priority room-sharing status, and we will prioritize arranging a roommate for you.
Traveler Feedback and Acknowledgment Signature
Instructions for Completing the “Traveler Feedback Form”
(1) The “Traveler Feedback Form” serves as an important basis for the travel agency in handling complaints. When completing the form, please ensure that your comments are fair, objective, and truthful. A blank feedback form will be deemed as no objection to the tour.
(2) Your signature indicates that you have fully read and clearly understood the meaning of all the above terms and have reached agreement with them.
(3) I hereby confirm that I have carefully read and fully understood all of the above content, and I am fully aware of the specific meaning of each term. Based on my own circumstances, I make my choices voluntarily. My signature indicates that I have reached full agreement with all the above terms and agree to accept and comply with all provisions.
Travel Agency Representative Signature: ____________________
Date: ____ / ____ / ______
Traveler Representative Signature: ____________________
Date: ____ / ____ / ______