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SIGNATURE JOURNEY · 8–11 DAYS

City Energy to Slow Living

Shanghai · Chengdu

The journey

A remarkable route,
shaped around you.

Shanghai’s architecture and waterfront energy give way to Chengdu’s teahouses, pandas and slower rhythm.

IDEAL FOR
Travellers who enjoy contrast without rushing
BEST TIME
Spring and autumn are useful starting points; we will refine the route for your dates
STYLE
Private · Fully tailored · Expert-led

Your journey gems

Moments worth
travelling for.

01

Shanghai’s riverfront and neighbourhoods

02

Time for pandas and a teahouse in Chengdu

03

Unhurried afternoons and flexible dining

Suggested route

The story
unfolds.

The stages below illustrate a route, not a fixed departure. We will adjust the duration, pace, connections and experiences around your dates.

DAYS 1–4

Find your rhythm in Shanghai

Settle in before exploring the Bund, gardens and neighbourhoods with a private guide. Leave time for design, art or a water town excursion, depending on your interests.

DAY 5

A change of pace

Travel to Chengdu with ground transfers coordinated around your confirmed connection. Keep the evening relaxed after checking in.

DAYS 6–8

Pandas, tea and Sichuan life

Balance a panda visit with local streets, a teahouse pause and food experiences selected for your tastes. Extend to eleven days for more free time or an additional excursion.

Beautifully handled

What we can
take care of.

Tailored proposal

  • Private English-speaking local guides
  • Premium accommodation options
  • Private ground transport and transfers
  • Internal rail or flight planning
  • Selected experiences and admissions
  • In-country local assistance

Usually separate

  • International flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Meals not listed in your proposal
  • Personal purchases and gratuities

Make this journey yours

Inspired by
City Energy to Slow Living?

Share your dates and interests. Your China specialist will create a private proposal shaped around you.

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