Five contrasting perspectives on China
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SIGNATURE JOURNEY · 16–20 DAYS
Ultimate China Gems
Beijing · Shanghai · Chengdu · Chongqing · Zhangjiajie
The journey
A remarkable route,
shaped around you.
Five distinctive destinations, from imperial landmarks to mountain landscapes, connected into one carefully paced private journey.
- IDEAL FOR
- Travellers with more time who want a varied, multi-city journey
- BEST TIME
- Dates, access conditions and your preferred pace guide the final route
- STYLE
- Private · Fully tailored · Expert-led
Your journey gems
Moments worth
travelling for.
Great Wall, pandas and dramatic mountains
A tailored balance of guided days and time of your own
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.
Begin in Beijing
Start with imperial history, the Great Wall and the capital’s neighbourhoods, allowing time to settle into the journey.
Shanghai’s contrasts
Explore gardens, riverfront architecture and contemporary city life. Add a local food or design focus if it interests you.
Slow down in Chengdu
Make space for pandas, a teahouse and Sichuan flavours before moving on.
Discover Chongqing’s layers
Connect old streets, river views and the city after dark with a route adapted to your walking comfort.
A mountain finale
Finish in Zhangjiajie with scenic experiences chosen for your interests and conditions. Extend to twenty days for additional rest and exploration; we will refine city order and connections around your international flights.
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
Ultimate China Gems?
Share your dates and interests. Your China specialist will create a private proposal shaped around you.
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