BASIC CHINA
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BASIC CHINA

From
US$3,029
From
US$3,029

Description

A captivating journey through China that blends its ancient heritage with vibrant, modern cities. From Beijing, home to the Forbidden City and the impressive Great Wall, to historic Xi'an with its astonishing Terracotta Warriors, a symbol of imperial power and one of the world's most striking archaeological discoveries.

The journey continues in vibrant Shanghai, where tradition and innovation coexist amidst skyscrapers, historic districts, and iconic landmarks; followed by the unique landscapes of Guilin, famous for its karst formations and serene atmosphere, sailing along the spectacular Li River, considered one of the country's most beautiful natural settings.

The experience culminates in Hong Kong, a vibrant destination where Chinese culture merges with Western influence, offering a unique blend of modernity, tradition, gastronomy, and urban life.

Visiting

DAY 01 BEIJING
DAY 01 BEIJING

Arrival in Beijing, capital of the People's Republic of China. Transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Lunch not included. Overnight stay.

DAY 02 BEIJING (FORBIDDEN CITY + SUMMER PALACE)
DAY 02 BEIJING (FORBIDDEN CITY + SUMMER PALACE)

Buffet breakfast. Today we will visit: the Imperial Palace, known as the “Forbidden City,” Tiananmen Square, one of the largest squares in the world, and the Summer Palace, which served as a summer retreat for the imperial family of the Qing Dynasty. Lunch included.

OPTION: In the evening, attend an acrobatic show (additional cost). Overnight stay.

DAY 03 BEIJING (GREAT WALL + OLYMPIC PARK)
DAY 03 BEIJING (GREAT WALL + OLYMPIC PARK)

Buffet breakfast. Excursion to the Great Wall (Juyongguan Pass or Badaling Pass, depending on the specific operator's itinerary), a spectacular and magnificent architectural feat spanning over 2,000 years. Lunch included. In the afternoon, return to the city and make a stop near the "Bird's Nest" (National Stadium) and the "Water Cube" (National Aquatics Center) for photos (without entering the stadiums). We will conclude with a welcome dinner featuring the delicious Peking Duck. Overnight stay

DAY 04 BEIJING – XI’AN (HIGH-SPEED TRAIN) ALSO WITH PLANE OPTION
DAY 04 BEIJING – XI’AN (HIGH-SPEED TRAIN) ALSO WITH PLANE OPTION

Buffet breakfast. Visit to the Temple of Heaven, built in 1420 and covering 267 hectares, where emperors prayed for good harvests. Lunch included. In the afternoon, transfer to the train station to take the HIGH-SPEED TRAIN in Tourist Class to Xi'an (OPTION: Transfer to the airport to take the FLIGHT ON THE SAME ROUTE BJS-XIA with a supplement). Xi'an, the ancient capital of China with 3,000 years of history, is the only walled capital and the starting point of the famous Silk Road. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 05 XI’AN (MUSEUM OF WARRIORS AND HORSES)
DAY 05 XI’AN (MUSEUM OF WARRIORS AND HORSES)

Buffet breakfast. Today we will visit the famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, home to over 6,000 life-size figures representing a vast army of warriors, horses, and chariots guarding the tomb of Emperor Qin. Lunch included. In the afternoon, we will visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda (without climbing it), located within Jianfu Temple, approximately one kilometer south of Xi'an's city center, and conclude with a visit to the Muslim Quarter (without entering the Great Mosque). Overnight stay.

DAY 06 XI’AN – SHANGHAI (City Tour)
DAY 06 XI’AN – SHANGHAI (City Tour)

Buffet breakfast. Departure by plane to Shanghai, a port city directly under the Central Government with over 16 million inhabitants. It is China's largest port, commercial center, and most international metropolis. Lunch included. We will visit the Yu Garden, the Jade Buddha Temple, and the Bund. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 07 SHANGHAI (Free day)
DAY 07 SHANGHAI (Free day)

Buffet breakfast. Free day. Lunch is NOT included. Overnight stay.

(*Important Note): Shanghai tours may be rescheduled for Day 7 depending on the specific circumstances. Fantastic China reserves the right to make this change at the destination without any refund or prior notice.)

DAY 08 SHANGHAI – GUILIN
DAY 08 SHANGHAI – GUILIN

Buffet breakfast. Departure by plane to Guilin, a city famous for its scenic beauty. Lunch is not included. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 09 GUILIN – GUANGZHOU (Li River Cruise)
DAY 09 GUILIN – GUANGZHOU (Li River Cruise)

Buffet breakfast. Today, we will take a cruise on the Li River, renowned worldwide for its breathtaking scenery, characterized by towering hills crisscrossed by crystal-clear waters and featuring fantastical grottoes. Lunch will be served on board. In the afternoon, we will visit the Reed Flute Cave and then transfer to the train station to board the high-speed train in Tourist Class to Guangzhou, known as the "City of Goats" or the "City of Flowers," the most important river port and commercial center in southern China. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DÍA 10 GUANGZHOU - HONGKONG
DÍA 10 GUANGZHOU - HONGKONG

Buffet breakfast. In the morning, we will visit the Chen Family Ancestral Home, a magnificent architectural gem adorned with sculptures, Huacheng Square, where you can see the TV Tower (without going up), and Qingping Market. Lunch is included. In the afternoon, transfer to either Shun De or Nan Sha Pier to take the ferry and disembark at China Hong Kong City Pier in Hong Kong (time to be confirmed, depending on the final booking).

Guide languages

Spanish
Day 1: Beijing
Day 2: Beijing
Day 3: Beijing
Day 4: Beijing, Xi'an
Day 5: Xi'an
Day 6: Xi'an, Shanghai
Day 7: Shanghai
Day 8: Shanghai, Guilin
Day 9: Guilin, Canton (Guangzhou)
Day 10: Canton (Guangzhou), Hong Kong
  • Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers in shared service
  • Hotels with buffet breakfast.
  • Half board with Chinese or mixed buffet lunches at local restaurants as mentioned in the program.
  • A special Peking Duck dinner in Beijing.
  • Domestic flight ticket with airport tax included (Xi’an – Shanghai) and (Shanghai – Guilin).
  • High-speed train tickets in Tourist Class.
  • Guided tours with Spanish-speaking local guides in Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin, and Guangzhou.
  • Technical and cultural stops as mentioned in the itinerary (this is a reference itinerary and may be modified with other options depending on the tour). Each stop will last approximately 30-40 minutes, including 15-20 minutes of explanation in Spanish.
  • Air-conditioned boat cruise on the Li River in Guilin.
  • Medical assistance card up to age 70 with coverage of USD 40,000 for illness or accident (people aged 71 to 84 and those 85 and over must pay a supplement for medical assistance and will not be able to purchase the cancellation upgrade. Consult your advisor).
  • Tips for the guide, driver, and hotel porter, payable directly to the next level of service at the destination.
  • Guide and driver – USD 7 per person per day.
  • Hotel porter – USD 2 per bag for carrying up or down.
  • Acrobatic performance in Beijing.
  • Services not mentioned in the "Price Includes" section.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Drinks with meals mentioned.
  • International airfare.
  • Early check-in or late check-out fees.
  • Visa for entry into China.
  • Seat selection on the plane: If seat assignment is required, this may incur an additional cost, which will be determined directly by the airline.

Possible accommodations

10 accommodations

IMPORTANTS NOTES

RATES

  • If extra nights are booked at your own expense, the operator will consider the corresponding arrival or departure transfer on the scheduled date to have been voluntarily forfeited, without any refund. Similarly, any transfer outside the scheduled date will also be at your own expense.
  • Triple rooms in China consist of a double or twin room with a rollaway bed, which is not as large as a standard room. Therefore, triple rooms may be uncomfortable; we suggest booking a double + single room in such cases.

March 23 – November 9, 2026, March 1-22, 2027

  • 3 guaranteed weekly departures from 2 people, with immediate confirmation.

November 10, 2026 – January 28, 2027 / February 11-25, 2027

  • Departures on Mondays, guaranteed from 2 people with immediate confirmation.
  • Departures Tuesday-Thursday, guaranteed from 4 people with immediate confirmation (If you have a reservation for fewer than 4 people, please contact us to see if we can combine you with other passengers already booked for the same departure). There are no departures from January 29 to February 10, 2027, due to the Chinese New Year.

SUPPLEMENTS

SERVICES - PRICE PER PERSON

  • Supplement for attending the acrobatic show in Beijing on Day 2: USD 70
  • Supplement to change the high-speed train from Beijing to Xia on Day 4 for a flight on the same route including taxes: USD 369

HOTELS

This is a list of the hotels most frequently used on this tour. It is for informational purposes only, and passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments of the same category.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY INTO CHINA

  • Complete vaccination schedule
  • Yellow fever vaccination: The vaccine must be administered at least 10 days before travel.
  • People over 60 years of age must present a travel certificate.

Note: If you have not yet received the vaccine, please note that you must get it at least 15 days before your trip.

For your upcoming trip to China, it is important to keep in mind that Panamanian citizens require a visa. Below, we share the main steps and requirements to begin the process:

Basic Requirements

  • Valid passport with at least 6 months of validity and two blank pages.
  • Completed and printed online application form (COVA):

https://cova.mfa.gov.cn

  • Confirmed appointment (AVAS) to submit documents at the Embassy of China in Panama:

https://avas.mfa.gov.cn

  • Recent color photograph (white background, passport size).
  • Flight and hotel reservation or letter of invitation from a resident/company in China.
  • Payment of the Consular fee payable upon document submission.

Important Note: The process must be initiated well in advance (at least 1 month before the trip).

TRAVEL NOTES

  • Travel documents are submitted 8 days prior to departure.
  • This itinerary may be subject to change due to road conditions, weather, other unforeseen circumstances, or availability at the time of booking.
  • The order of excursions may change depending on availability and operational factors.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

The suggested visits or tours, whose price is listed in the program, will be offered by our local operator and can be purchased from here or directly there. However, if the passenger decides to participate in any of these activities, they should not be booked with a different operator, as the schedules for the tours may vary. The guide has full discretion to modify the order of the scheduled visits for logistical, operational, or weather-related reasons, always respecting the contracted services.

We are not responsible for services contracted with other companies.

PAYMENT TERMS

  • Initial deposit: $125.00 per passenger or the full cost of the airfare
  • 120 days prior to departure: 50% payment of the total program cost
  • 90 days prior to departure: 80% payment of the total program cost
  • 60 days prior to departure: 100% payment of the total program cost
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