Tour Code
HFT-AT-02Duration
19Best For
Culture, Scenery, Family, PhotographyThis 19-day China and Japan tour takes travelers to explore China and Japan's unique highlights, like Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wall, Mount Fuji, etc. You will travel to famous destinations in China and Japan, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin, Tokyo, and Kyoto, etc. You can not only experience the long history and unique customs of both countries but also admire stunning natural landscapes. Abundant and delicious local cuisine awaits you!
Learn more about the long history and culture of China and Japan by visiting the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors, and the ancient temples of Kyoto.
Experience the changing times from the ancient cities of Xi'an and Kyoto to the metropolises of Shanghai and Tokyo.
Appreciate traditional art, such as the Beijing Opera and Japanese tea ceremony.
Experience the wonders of nature in the beautiful landscape of the Li River and the spectacular view of Mount Fuji.
Try the diverse cuisines, like crisp Beijing roasted duck, roujiamo (Chinese Hamburger), Japanese ball-shaped grilled octopus, sushi, etc.
Participate in local traditional activities and experience the unique charm of East Asian culture.
Welcome to Tokyo! You will be met by your private driver at the airport. For the rest of the day, you can spend your time freely.
Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Tokyo
In the morning, you will travel to Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Kannon Temple) where you can feel the atmosphere of the Edo period. Walk through Kaminarimon Gate, the main entrance to Senso-ji Temple, and pick and choose some souvenirs on Nakamise-dori Street. Then head to Tsukiji Outer Market, a big market providing a variety of fresh ingredients and delicacies. And you can savor Japanese cuisine and seafood sashimi for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will visit Tokyo downtown and experience the bustling business and shopping districts, such as Akihabara Electric Town, Ginza, and Tokyo Tower.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Tokyo
Spend a full day in Mount Fuji, Japan's spiritual mecca. Mount Fuji is famous for its volcanic landscape and snow-covered peak. After arriving at Mount Fuji, you will visit Oshino Hakkai and Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine first and enjoy the panoramic vistas of Mount Fuji.
Travel to Lake Kawaguchi. The Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway offers spectacular mountain views. Taking pictures of upside-down Fuji reflected on the lakes.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Tokyo
After breakfast, you will board the Shinkansen Train to Kyoto. After checking in at the hotel, you can have a break before exploring Kyoto.
In the afternoon, you will travel to Gion, the most famous geisha district in Kyoto. You can put on traditional Japanese dress - kimono - and immerse yourself in Japanese culture. Learn about some tea-drinking etiquette in a Japanese tea ceremony class. Enjoy Kaiseki for lunch. Kaiseki is a traditional Japanese dinner with exquisite and fresh ingredients.
Kind Reminder:
Tickets for the Shinkansen are on your own. Your tour guide can assist with purchases.
Meals: B, D
Accommodation: Kyoto
In the morning, you will visit Kinkaku-ji Temple which is known for its three-story pavilion covered with gold leaf. Travel to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walking on the nightingale floor which will make a sound like the nightingale's crow.
For lunch, you can travel to the iconic Nishiki Market, offering fresh produce, traditional desserts, and delicious street food. Stroll through the rows of stalls and follow the aroma of delicious food to uncover hidden treasures.
After lunch, you will head to Fushimi Inari Shrine which is famous for the Sembon Torii. The bright red torii gates on both sides form a tunnel-like path. You can walk through the amazing Thousand Torii Gates. Then you can climb up Mount Otowa and visit Kiyomizu Temple. Enjoy a panoramic view of Kyoto in the mountain.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Kyoto
After breakfast, you will head to Nara and visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine, one of the most sacred religious sites in Japan. Head to Todai-ji Temple where you can visit Vairocana Buddha (Daibutsu). The Great Buddha Hall in Todai-ji Temple is known as the largest wooden structure in the world. Have a leisure time at Nara Park and you may encounter adorable deer.
In the afternoon, you will head to Osaka Castle and pause to admire seasonal flowers and the surrounding nature beauty. Ascend Osaka Castle Main Tower, also known as Osaka Castle Museum, and learn about Osaka's history. In the evening, you will venture to Shinsaibashisuji and Dotonbori, a commercial shopping district located in the central area of Osaka. You can discover delicious street food and relish in a vibrant and entertaining atmosphere.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Osaka
Today you will say goodbye to Japan and board a flight to Beijing, the capital of China. After arriving in Beijing, your tour guide will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy your leisure time.
Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Beijing
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby at the appointed time. Walking through Tiananmen Square, you will get to the Palace Museum (the Forbidden City). The Forbidden City is a sign and symbol of the Imperial City in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. In this iconic museum, you will see palace architecture and artistic treasures of ancient China. After the Forbidden City tour, you can go to the Siji Mingfu Roasted Duck Restaurant to taste the special Peking duck.
In the afternoon, you will climb up Jingshan Mountain in Jingshan Park, a rear garden of the Imperial Palace of Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. You can overlook the entire central urban area of Beijing and enjoy the panoramic view of the Forbidden City from the top of the mountain.
After dinner, you can enjoy Beijing Opera (Peking Opera) in Li Theatre. You can taste local snacks and famous Chinese tea while appreciating art performances.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Beijing
This morning, you will visit the Great Wall, one of the seventh wonders of the world. After about a two-hour drive, you will arrive at Mutianyu Great Wall. To add fun to your trip, we suggest that you take the cable car up the mountain. After hiking on the Great Wall and appreciating the breathtaking natural scenery, you can take the thrilling and exciting sleigh ride down the Great Wall. There are some restaurants or farmhouses at the foot of the Mutianyu Great Wall where you can have lunch.
In the afternoon, you will travel to Summer Palace where you can delight in the charming royal garden and Kunming Lake. Stroll on cleverly conceived corridors and take a break in the classical pavilion.
In the evening, you can taste Beijing's specialty food - copper hot pot.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Beijing
In the morning, you will visit Temple of Heaven, a place for the emperors of Ming and Qing Dynasties to pray for grain. You can be amazed at the variety of talents of the morning exercisers. Then traverse through Beijing Hutong and discover the traces of age. Experience the real life of Beijing people and learn about the history and culture of Beijing.
In the afternoon, you will take the high-speed rail to Xi'an, which will take you about 5 hours.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Xi'an
Today, your first stop is Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum where you can visit magnificent Terracotta Army. The terracotta warriors and horses were buried with the First Emperor of Qin and were formed into a military formation. You can create a terracotta warrior at a crafting experience.
After lunch, you will travel to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the Daci'en Temple, a famous sutras' translation site in the Tang Dynasty with a history of more than 1,350 years. Then you can put on Hanfu, traditional Chinese costumes, and take some photos.
In the evening, you will head to Datang Everbright City, a busy block simulating the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. You can enjoy the nightlife in Xi’an and appreciate various dance performances and antique architecture.
Kind Reminder:
If you want to climb Great Wild Goose Pagoda, you have to pay another 30 RMB.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Xi'an
This morning, you will unearth the history of Xi'an at Shaanxi History Museum and Little Wild Goose Pagoda. Feel the ups and downs of history by visiting museum collection. Wander or Bike on the Ancient City Wall, which is well-preserved in China. Then explore the bustling Muslim Quarter (also known as Huimin Street) and stroll through the alleys to savor the local Muslim cuisine.
In the afternoon, you will travel from Xi’an to Guilin for breathtaking natural beauty.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Guilin
After breakfast, travel to Longji Rice Terrace and embark on a rural scenery tour. The Longji Rice Terrace is like a ladder, one layer after another, orderly. There is a dynamic beauty to the winding ridges of the fields. You can stroll on Longji Rice Terrace and experience the Zhuang and Yao ethnic customs.
In the afternoon, you will return to Guilin downtown. And you will explore by yourself for the rest of the day.
Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Guilin
After breakfast, head to Zhujiang pier and take a 5-star cruise ship along Li River to Yangshuo. The scenery along the Li River is spectacular, and the typical karst mountains are reflected in the water. Overlapping mountains look like an endless Chinese ink and wash painting.
Lunch will be served on board. After getting to Yangshuo, you will walk through the West Street (Xijie Pedestrian Street) and check in at the hotel. Embark on a 50-minute bamboo rafting tour (2 persons per raft) along the Yulong River. Float on the clear water and experience the exhilarating rush of passing dams. Then return by car and appreciate the picturesque natural scenery of Ten-Mile Gallery (Shili Hualang). For dinner, you will taste a Yangshuo specialty dish - beer fish.
Later, watch Impression Liu Sanjie, a music and dance performance with mountains and Li River as the backdrop. It shows the life and work of fishermen and villagers and the folk customs of ethnic minorities.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Yangshuo
You will have some free time to appreciate the landscape and idyllic scenery in the morning.
After lunch, you will return to Guilin downtown and fly to Shanghai. Once settled in, you can explore around the hotel by yourself.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Shanghai
In the morning, you will venture to Shanghai Museum, a world-class museum of ancient Chinese art. You can visit precious cultural relics, such as bronzes, pottery, porcelain, calligraphy painting, etc. In Yu Garden, you will see a classical garden that fully demonstrates the traditional design of Chinese architecture. And you can visit snack bars and boutiques in Yuyuan Bazaar.
Then travel to Shanghai World Financial Center and overlook the magnificent panoramic view of Shanghai from the 474-metre-high transparent glass-walled walkways. Stroll along Nanjing Road, a commercial street with brand-name stores, restaurants, cafes, souvenir stores, and towering buildings. You can appreciate the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and discover Broadway Mansions at the Bund.
After dinner, take a night cruise on the Huangpu River on a ferry. As night falls, neon lights on both sides shine together. You will see Waibaidu Bridge and Shanghai landmark Lujiazui.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Shanghai
This morning, you will visit Jade Buddha Temple where you can see the largest jade Buddha sculpture in the world. You can pray at this Buddha Temple and learn about Buddhist culture.
Head to Tianzifang, which has alleys that integrate history, culture, art, dining, and shopping. You can take a leisurely stroll in the old alley and get a flavor of Shanghai's local life. Have afternoon tea at an open-air cafe and find something interesting in various stores. Then travel to Wukang Road in the heart of the former French Concession of Shanghai, where you can appreciate historical European architecture and lush old trees along the road.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Shanghai
Shanghai is a city where modernity and tradition blend. You can find international business districts and immerse yourself in rich historical and cultural heritage. On this free day in Shanghai, you can arrange your tour according to your interests.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Shanghai
Conclude your China and Japan tour by boarding a flight home. On your last day in Shanghai, you can indulge in some souvenir shopping before transferring to the airport.
Meals: B
Accommodation: N/A
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