Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Beijing
Take an international flight to Beijing (specific flight subject to actual arrangement).
Morning: After arriving in Beijing, head to the city center and visit Temple of Heaven Park — the largest existing ancient sacrificial architectural complex in China. Renowned for its rigorous architectural layout, wonderful acoustic design (such as the Echo Wall), and profound cultural connotations, it was the place where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties offered sacrifices to Heaven and prayed for good harvests.
Afternoon: Focus on visiting the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests — the core structure of the Temple of Heaven.
After arriving in Xi'an, check in at the hotel. Spend the evening at your own leisure; dinner is at your own expense.
Day 2 Beijing
All day: [Cultural Tour · Great Wall Wonder] Visit the Great Wall. As a magnificent ancient military defense project of China, a world cultural heritage, and a symbol of the Chinese nation, hiking along the city wall allows you to overlook the rolling mountains and feel the majestic momentum of the "eternal Great Wall".
Evening: Return to the urban area and enjoy free time; dinner is at your own expense.
Day 3 Beijing - Xi'an
Morning: [Cultural Tour · Imperial Palace] Visit The Palace Museum.
Located at the center of Beijing's central axis, it was the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties and the largest and best-preserved wooden ancient architectural complex in the world. Tour core areas such as the Hall of Supreme Harmony and the Palace of Heavenly Purity to experience the essence of ancient Chinese imperial architecture.
Noon: Enjoy a featured lunch.
Afternoon: Take a high-speed train from Beijing to Xi'an.
Located at the center of Beijing's central axis, it was the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties and the largest and best-preserved wooden ancient architectural complex in the world. Tour core areas such as the Hall of Supreme Harmony and the Palace of Heavenly Purity to experience the essence of ancient Chinese imperial architecture.
Noon: Enjoy a featured lunch.
Afternoon: Take a high-speed train from Beijing to Xi'an.
Evening: After arriving in Xi'an, check in at the hotel. Spend the evening at your own leisure; dinner is at your own expense.
Day 4 Xi'an
Morning: [Cultural Tour · Archaeological Miracle] Visit Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Army) to experience the majestic momentum of the Qin Dynasty's army and the peak of sculptural art.
Noon: Enjoy Xi'an's featured lunch (Biangbiang noodles and minced pork noodles are recommended).
Afternoon: [Cultural Tour · Tang Dynasty Buddhist Temple] Visit Daci'en Temple — a royal temple in Chang'an City of the Tang Dynasty — to experience the prosperity of Buddhist culture in the Tang Dynasty.
Evening: Free time; dinner is at your own expense.
Day 5 Xi'an - Shanghai
Morning: [Cultural Tour · City History] Visit Xi'an Museum — a large comprehensive museum that integrates the Small Wild Goose Pagoda (a world cultural heritage), historical relics of ancient Xi'an, and the city's development history.
Noon: Enjoy Xi'an's featured lunch.
Afternoon: Take a flight from Xi'an to Shanghai (flight duration is approximately 2.5 hours; specific flight subject to actual arrangement).
After arriving in Shanghai, check in at the hotel. Spend the evening at your own leisure; dinner is at your own expense.
Day 6 Shanghai
Morning: [Modern Landmark Exploration] Visit Shanghai Tower.
You can go up to the observation deck to overlook the panoramic view of Shanghai and experience the outstanding achievements of modern urban architecture.
Noon: Enjoy a featured lunch.
Afternoon: [Ancient Garden Tour] Tour the old town of Shanghai and focus on visiting Yuyuan Garden — a classical private garden in the Jiangnan region built in the Ming Dynasty. It is famous for its exquisite layout, beautiful pavilions, mountains and waters, and strong market culture.
Evening: [Integration of Ancient and Modern Experience] Tour The Bund — admire the classic Bund Building Complex (known as the "Gallery of World Architecture") and feel the beauty of the integration of history and modernity.
[Huangpu River Night Cruise] Take a cruise with a complimentary ticket to admire the brilliant night view of the towering buildings on both banks and experience the charm of Shanghai as a modern metropolis in a romantic atmosphere.
Late evening: Attend the complimentary welcome dinner and taste Shanghai's featured cuisines.
[Integration of Ancient and Modern Experience] Tour The Bund — admire the classic Bund Building Complex (known as the "Gallery of World Architecture") and feel the beauty of the integration of history and modernity.
[Huangpu River Night Cruise] Take a cruise with a complimentary ticket to admire the brilliant night view of the towering buildings on both banks and experience the charm of Shanghai as a modern metropolis in a romantic atmosphere.
Day 7 Shanghai
Morning: [Water Town Ancient Town Tour] Visit Zhujiajiao Ancient Town — a typical water town in the Jiangnan region, known as the "Venice of Shanghai". You can walk on the stone slab roads and take a covered boat to experience the market life in Jiangnan.
Noon: Enjoy a featured Jiangnan-style lunch in the ancient town.
Afternoon: Return to downtown Shanghai and enjoy free time; dinner is at your own expense.
Day 8 Shanghai / Philippines
Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time (you can go shopping in Shanghai's featured business districts or visit additional attractions that you haven't checked in yet).
Noon: Depending on the flight time, have lunch at your own expense before heading to the airport.
Afternoon: Be escorted to Shanghai Airport by the exclusive driver at the scheduled time, go through check-in procedures, and take an international flight back to the Philippines, concluding this China cultural exploration tour.
