Chengdu itineraries
Sample itineraries written by our Chengdu experts
Our Chengdu travel specialists have written the following itineraries to help plan your trip. Not sure where to begin? Contact us now and we'll connect you with a specialist tour operator for expert Chengdu advice.
14 days
China overland
Metropolises, teahouses and ancient history
Beijing (3 days) →
Great Wall of China (1) →
Xi'an (2) →
Shanghai (3) →
Chengdu (2) →
Yangshuo (3)
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Beijing
With a history dating back over three millennia, China’s mammoth capital is a proud celebration of old and new — showcasing shiny modern skyscrapers alongside the imposing Ming and Qing-era Forbidden Palace... -
Xi'an
The eastern end of the ancient Silk Road and one of China’s historical capitals, Xi’an is a fascinating fusion of culture, food, archaeology and history... -
Shanghai
Shanghai is China’s biggest city and a rising financial powerhouse... -
Great Wall of China
Mutianyu is easy to reach from downtown Beijing and home to one of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall of China, with densely distributed watchtowers and breathtaking woodland views... -
Yangshuo
In recent years Yangshuo has transformed from a quiet rural settlement into one of China’s most popular tourist destinations... -
Hangzhou
There aren’t many images of China more iconic than Hangzhou’s West Lake... -
Pingyao
Considered China’ best-preserved ancient walled city, Pingyao Ancient City (its appropriate official name) is famous for its largely intact Ming and Qing-dynasty infrastructure and architecture...
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