Amelia Moore
April 17, 2026
Customized China Tours Tailored Just for You
This 14-day incredible luxury small-group China tour whisks you across five of the nation’s most unmissable destinations: bustling Beijing, historic Xi’an, jaw-dropping Zhangjiajie, scenic Guilin, and vibrant Hong Kong. Curated for discerning travelers, this premium handpicked itinerary includes stays at top-tier high-end hotels, delivers exceptional value at a competitive price point, and is backed by secure, trusted payment processing for peace of mind.
This 14-day curated journey kicks off in bustling Beijing, where you’ll explore imperial palaces, the Great Wall, and centuries-old local neighborhoods before moving on to ancient Xi’an, home of the world-famous Terracotta Army. From Xi’an, you’ll travel south to Guilin, where you’ll cruise past postcard-perfect karst peaks along the Li River, before heading to the tour’s highlight: the dramatic, mist-shrouded peaks of Zhangjiajie, the real-life inspiration for Avatar’s floating mountains. You’ll wrap up your adventure with free time to explore dynamic, cosmopolitan Hong Kong, with every leg of the trip planned for comfort and luxury.
🌟 Day 1: Beijing
Today you’ll arrive in Beijing, China’s bustling capital, and check into your 5-star accommodation. There are no scheduled activities, so you can take it easy after your travels, explore the nearby neighborhood, or settle in at your leisure. 🏨 5-star Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong
🌟 Day 2: Beijing
Kick off your cultural exploration with a full day of Beijing’s most iconic sights! Start at the expansive, historic Tiananmen Square, then step inside the Forbidden City, the centuries-old imperial palace complex where Chinese emperors ruled for generations. Next, visit the serene Temple of Heaven, a beautiful imperial worship site dotted with traditional Chinese architecture. Cap off your night with a thrilling acrobatic performance at Beijing’s famous Red Theater. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast, lunch, and a special welcome a la carte dinner. 🏨 5-star Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong
🌟 Day 3: Beijing
Today is dedicated to one of the world’s greatest wonders: the Great Wall of China! You’ll visit the scenic, less crowded Mutianyu section, with a round-trip cable car ride to get you up and down the mountain easily. Toast your adventure with a group red wine toast right on the wall, with panoramic views stretching out before you. On your way back to the city, stop for a photo at the iconic Olympic National Stadium (the Bird’s Nest), then enjoy a slow rickshaw ride through old Beijing’s historic hutong alleyways to experience authentic local life. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and buffet lunch. 🏨 5-star Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong
🌟 Day 4: Beijing → Xi'an
After breakfast, you’ll travel from Beijing to Xi’an, one of China’s four great ancient imperial capitals. Along the way, you’ll stop to explore the Summer Palace, Beijing’s stunning imperial garden retreat famous for its historic pavilions, winding corridors, and scenic Kunming Lake. Once you arrive in Xi’an, you’ll check into your 5-star accommodation for the coming nights. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and lunch. 🏨 5-star Crowne Plaza Xi'an
🌟 Day 5: Xi'an
Dive deep into Xi’an’s 2,000-year-old imperial history today! First, explore the world-famous Terracotta Army, the thousands of life-size clay warriors built to guard Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife. Next, enjoy a unique local experience with a family visit to the home of the farmer who first discovered the Terracotta Army, then try your hand at crafting your own mini clay warrior to take home as a souvenir. End the day with a trip to the iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a historic Tang Dynasty Buddhist landmark. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast, lunch, traditional Xi’an dumpling dinner, and entry to the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show. 🏨 5-star Crowne Plaza Xi'an
🌟 Day 6: Xi'an
Start your morning with a gentle, relaxing Tai Chi practice led by a local master in the park alongside Xi’an’s ancient City Wall. After your lesson, explore the fully preserved City Wall itself — you can take a leisurely walk or bike ride along the top for panoramic views of the city. Next, wander the bustling, historic Muslim Quarter, where you can sample all kinds of delicious local street snacks, before visiting the ancient Great Mosque, a stunning blend of Chinese and Islamic architecture tucked in the neighborhood’s heart. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and lunch. 🏨 5-star Crowne Plaza Xi'an
🌟 Day 7: Xi'an → Guilin
Today you’ll travel from Xi’an south to Guilin, the city world-famous for its dramatic karst mountain landscapes and winding rivers. Once you arrive, visit two of Guilin’s most iconic landmarks: Reed Flute Cave, a glowing natural limestone cave filled with otherworldly stalactite and stalagmite formations, and Elephant Trunk Hill, the unique water-carved hill that looks just like an elephant sipping water from the Li River. After sightseeing, you’ll check into your 5-star Guilin hotel. 🍽️ Included meal: Western buffet breakfast. 🏨 5-star Sheraton Guilin
🌟 Day 8: Guilin → Yangshuo → Guilin
Spend today exploring the iconic Li River, whose scenery has inspired Chinese artists and poets for centuries. You’ll take a guided scenic cruise along the river, drifting past towering karst peaks and lush riverside countryside. After disembarking in charming Yangshuo, you’ll wander lively pedestrian West Street, drive through rolling rural countryside, and stop to visit a local farmer’s home to experience everyday rural southern Chinese life. Head back to Guilin in the evening to rest. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and a simple Chinese box lunch served during your cruise. 🏨 5-star Sheraton Guilin
🌟 Day 9: Guilin → Zhangjiajie
Today you’ll travel from Guilin to Zhangjiajie, the main highlight of your trip, famous for its otherworldly jagged quartz sandstone peaks. After checking into your 5-star hotel in the Wulingyuan scenic area, you can spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for your upcoming exploration of the national park. 🍽️ Included meal: Western buffet breakfast. 🏨 5-star Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan
🌟 Day 10: Zhangjiajie
Explore the jaw-dropping, UNESCO-listed Zhangjiajie National Forest Park today, the landscape that inspired the floating mountains in Avatar. Ride the Bailong Elevator, the world’s tallest outdoor sightseeing elevator, up a cliffside for incredible bird’s-eye views, before exploring the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area to see the famous Hallelujah Mountain, the real-life inspiration for Avatar’s iconic floating peak. Next, head to Yangjiajie Scenic Area to see the Natural Great Wall, a dramatic series of narrow rock formations that resemble a stony version of China’s famous landmark. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and a simple lunch at a park restaurant. 🏨 5-star Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan
🌟 Day 11: Zhangjiajie
Today brings more stunning Zhangjiajie natural scenery! First, visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon to walk across the famous Yuntiandu Glass Bridge, a glass-bottom bridge suspended high above the canyon floor with unbeatable views into the gorge below. After that, take a gentle, relaxing hike along the clear, scenic Golden Whip Stream, walking between towering peaks and through lush green forest to soak in the park’s peaceful natural beauty. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and lunch. 🏨 5-star Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan
🌟 Day 12: Zhangjiajie → Hong Kong
Before leaving Zhangjiajie for Hong Kong, you’ll experience one last iconic local attraction: Tianmen Mountain! Ride a round-trip cable car all the way up the mountain for breathtaking views along the route, then walk along the vertiginous Glass Skywalk clinging to the mountainside for panoramic vistas. End your Zhangjiajie exploration with a visit to massive Tianmen Cave, the 131-meter-tall natural arch that gives the mountain its name. After your visit, you’ll travel to Hong Kong and check into your city accommodation. 🍽️ Included meals: Western buffet breakfast and lunch. 🏨 4-star Regal Kowloon
🌟 Day 13: Hong Kong
Today is a completely free day for you to explore Hong Kong at your own pace! Whether you want to hike up Victoria Peak for panoramic views of the iconic skyline, sample world-famous dim sum at a local restaurant, shop along Nathan Road, or take a trip to one of Hong Kong’s famous outlying islands, the choice is entirely yours. 🍽️ Included meal: Western buffet breakfast. 🏨 4-star Regal Kowloon
🌟 Day 14: Hong Kong
After breakfast this morning, your 14-day incredible China adventure comes to an end. You’ll check out of your hotel and make your way to the airport for your departure flight, taking home unforgettable memories of your journey. 🍽️ Included meal: Western buffet breakfast
Min 2 · Max 2 people per group
Traveler reviews
April 17, 2026
The 14-day itinerary is perfectly balanced between bustling city sights, ancient historic landmarks, and jaw-dropping natural scenery. Every day felt thoughtfully planned, with enough free time to wander and explore on our own when we wanted. I left already planning my next trip back to China!
February 10, 2026
I’ve been on dozens of group tours and this is easily the most well-organized, luxurious trip I’ve ever taken.
November 30, 2025
As someone who loves both history and nature, this tour hit every single note I wanted. We got plenty of unrushed time to explore the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, and the day we spent hiking through Zhangjiajie National Park left me completely speechless at every turn. The high-end hotels were comfortable, quiet, and had amazing amenities that felt like a true reward after a full day of sightseeing. The small group size made this so much more personal than a big crowded bus tour, and I’d book this exact trip again in a heartbeat.
September 2, 2025
I booked this trip through consultant Lynn at HelloChinaTrip, and she helped me adjust a few small details before I left that made the whole experience totally seamless. Getting to see the Great Wall in Beijing, Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, the jagged quartz peaks of Zhangjiajie, and the karst mountains of Guilin all in one well-planned trip was incredible. The small group size meant we never felt rushed, and all the transfers ran exactly on time. I can’t recommend this luxury tour enough for anyone who wants to see the best of China without the hassle of planning everything themselves.
April 21, 2025
We visited during a national public holiday, so all the major sites were much more wonderful than we anticipated, and two days in Zhangjiajie had heavy fog that blocked the iconic peak views. Everything else about the tour, from the gorgeous hotels to our incredibly knowledgeable guide, was completely flawless, so we still had a wonderful time.
March 12, 2025
This 14-day luxury China tour exceeded every single one of my expectations.
December 18, 2024
The high-end hotels were every bit as nice as advertised, perfectly located after long days of exploring. Our guide knew all the best hidden spots to avoid crowds at Zhangjiajie, and the Guilin Li River cruise was absolutely magical.
