Theme
Culture
"5,000 years old. And still alive."
Forbidden City — where 500 years of imperial history live on
Temple of Heaven — an architectural masterpiece of the Ming Dynasty
Terracotta Warriors — 8,000 soldiers guarding China's first emperor
Crescent Lake — a desert oasis on the ancient Silk Road
RECOMMENDED CITIES
BeijingXi'anChengduNanjingLuoyangDunhuang
FEATURED ROUTE
The Dragon's Backbone
"From Imperial Capitals to Spicy Capitals"
Beijing → Xi'an → Chengdu · 15–20 daysFrom the Great Wall to spicy hotpot. A journey through dynasties, flavors, and pandas.
Beijing
4 spots- ▸Great Wall at Mutianyu— Less crowded section. Take the cable car up and toboggan down.
- ▸Forbidden City— 980 buildings, 9,999 rooms. Book tickets online in advance.
- ▸Cycle through the Hutongs— Rent a bike and get lost in Beijing's ancient alleyways.
- ▸Peking Opera— Colorful costumes, acrobatics, and high-pitched singing.
Xi'an
3 spots- ▸Terracotta Warriors— 8,000 life-sized soldiers. Go early (8am) to avoid crowds.
- ▸Xi'an City Wall— Best-preserved ancient city wall. Rent a bike and ride the 14km loop.
- ▸Muslim Quarter— Narrow alleys filled with food stalls, shops, and the Great Mosque.
Chengdu
4 spots- ▸Giant Pandas— Visit the Panda Base in the morning when they are most active.
- ▸Hotpot— Choose spicy mala or mild broth. Don't skip the beef tripe.
- ▸Jinli Ancient Street— Traditional architecture and snacks. Best at night with red lanterns.
- ▸Sichuan Opera Face-changing— Masks change in the blink of an eye. A magical performance.
💰Budget
Budget
$28–50 /day
Comfort
$70–110 /day
Luxury
$165+ /day