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A 12‑day private circuit through China’s headline sites and landscapes—from the Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall to the Terracotta Army, Longji rice terraces and Shanghai skyline. Practical pacing, key logistics and what to expect on the road.
A 12‑day private circuit through China’s headline sites and landscapes—from the Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall to the Terracotta Army, Longji rice terraces and Shanghai skyline. Practical pacing, key logistics and what to expect on the road.
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You step out of Beijing Capital Airport into a hard, cool light and the skyline folds into low temple roofs and sudden glass towers. Over the next twelve days the country will shift under your feet — imperial courtyards, a living city wall, limestone karsts sliding like waves along the Li River, and Shanghai’s glassy riverfront that stares back at you.
moderate.
12 days.
Moderate fitness recommended — able to manage multiple stair climbs and several 1–3 hour walks.
Most nationalities require a Chinese visa obtained before arrival — check current embassy requirements and allow processing time.
Both sites involve stairs and uneven terrain; the Mutianyu Great Wall is more restored and family‑friendly, but bring good shoes and take breaks.
Each day mixes guided visits with free afternoons or evenings in major cities for shopping, meals or optional excursions.
Tipping is appreciated though not mandatory; modest tips for private guides and drivers are common practice on private tours.
This route connects successive Chinese capitals and imperial projects: Ming and Qing palaces in Beijing, Qin unification in Xi’an, and centuries of rice‑terrace agriculture in Guangxi.
High visitor pressure at UNESCO sites requires staying on marked paths, avoiding litter, and supporting local guides who practice responsible tourism.
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