China in Depth

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Hong Kong

Take a ferry ride across Victoria Harbour or go bargain hunting in the many markets.

Days 3-5 Yangshuo

Hike along the Li River or cycle through the countryside, among the rice paddies and limestone karsts.

Days 6-8 Yangzi River

For a change of pace, cruise down the Yangzi River and take a tour of the massive Three Gorges Dam.

Days 9-10 Shanghai

Admire the futuristic city skyline, explore the world class Shanghai Museum and wander amid the diverse architecture of the Bund.

Days 11-12 Hangzhou

Sample the region's famous brew in one of the many teahouses and head to Lingyin Si Temple.

Days 13-15 Huangshan

Spend a night among the temples and towering granite peaks of the Yellow Mountains.

Day 16 Zhouzhuang

Cobblestone streets, charming stone bridges and tiny canals lined with Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture make this town a photographers' paradise.

Days 17-18 Suzhou

Discover gardens and relaxing teahouses in this beautiful water town. Cycle along the canals, learn the history of silk or catch a local opera performance.

Days 19-21 Xi'an

With thousands of years of history, Xi'an houses countless ancient treasures, the most famous of which is the Terracotta Warriors.

Days 22-23 Pingyao

Step back in time among the traditional courtyard houses of the walled city of Pingyao.

Days 24-25 Datong

Visit the striking Yungang Grottoes which house some 51,000 Buddha statues.

Days 26-28 Beijing

Return to city life and discover the majestic sights of Beijing - the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.