Two Capitals of China

Arrival

Welcome to Beijing - the vibrant capital, where ancient history and modern innovation coexist harmoniously! Upon arrival, your driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Exploring Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City

In the morning, you meet your guide and go on an amazing sightseeing tour around the most renowned Beijing landmarks. You start with a visit to the legendary Tiananmen Square, where the mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the National Museum of China, the House of People's Meetings and the monument to the National Heroes are located. Then you enjoy a guided walking tour through the former residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties - the Forbidden City. You explore its numerous awe-inspiring halls and mysterious temples. Following lunch, you visit the fantastic ensemble of lakes, gardens and imperial buildings - the Summer Palace, and take a walk at the famous Silk Store, where you can buy some traditional Chinese souvenirs and various silk products. After the tour, you return to the hotel and have the rest of the day free.

The Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs Tour

Begin a wonderful guided tour of the real icon of the country - the Great Wall of China, to see one of its best-preserved and unique sections that have fewer tourists - the Mutianyu Great Wall. After spending some unforgettable time strolling at this majestic man-made miracle of the world's architecture you enjoy lunch in a local restaurant followed by a visit to the Jade Factory where you will learn more about the process of carving into the jade and creating amazing pieces of art. Your tour finishes with a visit to the famous Ming Tombs - the burial site of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors. You are then transferred back to Beijing and have the rest of the day at leisure

Departure

Following breakfast, you check out from the hotel and depart from Beijing.

Arrival

Welcome to Xian - a city of ancient wonders, featuring the legendary Terracotta Army and rich cultural heritage. Upon arrival, our driver takes you to your hotel for a check-in and the rest of the day is free.

Imperial Xian Journey

In the morning, you meet your guide and start a tour dedicated to the renowned landmarks of Xian. Today you visit the ancient Xian City Walls which are one of the largest, oldest and best preserved city walls in China. You then head for the Grand Mosque - one of the best-preserved Islamic buildings and by far the most famous Chinese mosque. The next sight on your tour list is Hui Minority’s Market which is a great place to meet the locals and buy unique hand-made souvenirs. After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.

Exploring the Terracotta Army

After breakfast in your hotel you meet your guide and driver who take you to the most important archaeological finding of the 20th century - the Terracotta Warriors. The Terracotta Army was constructed to 246–206 BC to accompany the tomb of China's First Emperor as an afterlife guard. Together with your guide, you explore these hundreds of life-size terracotta soldier models and uncover the wonderful history and vivid stories behind their creation. Then you proceed to the Terracotta Copy Factory to see how the Terracotta Warriors were made. Following lunch, you proceed to the Big Goose Pagoda, a Buddhist pagoda located in southern Xian. You enjoy a truly spiritual atmosphere of this sacred Buddhist place before finally get transferred to your hotel for check-in and overnight. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Departure

Following breakfast in your hotel, you will take a private transfer to the airport for your departure flight.