• Classic China With Guizhou Minority

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    Tour Code: ODY-CN-443

    Destination: Hong Kong, Guilin, Zhaoxing, Anshun, Guiyang, Xi’an, Pingyao, Beijing

Duration

17 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

From modern metropolises to minorities’ ethnic heartlands amid spectacular Guizhou scenery, this sweeping tour illuminates China’s diversity from cosmopolitan hubs to remote ethnic homelands. Beginning in vibrant Hong Kong, a scenic journey leads through Guilin’s limestone peaks to pastoral Yangshuo. In Guizhou, minority traditions are experientially discovered in Zhaoxing’s Dong communities and mountain hamlets inhabited by the Miao. Timeless heritage awaits in Xi’an, Pingyao, and Beijing too – the legendary Terracotta Warriors, the well-preserved Pingyao Ancient City, and the world’s most iconic Great Wall to name a few.

Itinerary Summary

DAYPLACEHIGHLIGHTS
1 – 3Hong KongLeisure Time and Easy Gateway
4 – 5GuilinLI River Cruise & Idyllic Countryside
6 – 8ZhaoxingMinority Villages Exploration, Rice Terraces Hiking
9AnshunAncient Town of Han People
10 – 12Xi’anTerracotta Warriors, Hanyang Tomb, Muslim Street, Local Family Visit and Cooking
13 – 14PingyaoPingyao Ancient City, Wang Family Compound
15 – 17BeijingGreat Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven
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Itinerary

Hong Kong served as China’s sole western gateway in the past, now it draws droves of visitors to sample exquisite cuisine and diverse cultures. Upon touching down at Hong Kong International Airport, your guide awaits to whisk you away to the hotel.

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It’s a free day on your own. Due to the well-developed public transportation and the wide use of English, you can explore this city on your own leisurely without any problem. We suggest spending the day like this:

Ride the iconic Star Ferry across the iconic Victoria Harbor for iconic views. Grab the famous Peak Tram for stunning skyline panoramas from Victoria Peak. Indulge in international cuisine while taking in the sights.

Shop till you drop hopping between glitzy malls and lively wet markets. No trip is complete without catching the spectacular nightly “Symphony of Lights” laser show, best viewed from the ferries or Kowloon waterfront bars.

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Continue the city exploration on your own and then be transferred to the railway station for the high-speed train (3.5 hours) to Guilin. On arrival, a local tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.

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Rise early and hit the road for Guilin’s natural spectacles – the renowned Li River! A 50-minute drive delivers you to the dock to embark on this scenic voyage. Settle back and unwind as lush peaks painted in endless shades of green glide serenely past. Savor the slow pace on calm waters, absorbing mesmerizing vistas around each tranquil bend. Spend 3-4 leisurely hours soaking up Guilin’s lush beauty from the river. Disembark refreshed in bustling Yangshuo around 2 pm. Stretch your legs wandering West Street’s lively laneways.

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Free day for you to relax in the idyllic countryside. You may like to take a leisurely bamboo rafting; a slight countryside cycling or try your hand at Chinese cooking. All of these can be arranged by your hotel directly or with the help of your guide.

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Kick off an exciting day excursion by boarding the high-speed train to Congjiang with your Guilin guide. Arriving in about one hour, a private van then transport you deep into rural Guizhou.

Upon reaching Zhaoxing, immerse in centuries of Dong heritage by visiting its most iconic hamlet, the renowned Zhaoxing Dong Village. Wander its atmospheric alleys fringed with drum towers, taking in charming local architecture. Meet friendly villagers and gain insights into their musical traditions and cuisine. Perhaps catch a cultural performance or sample local food.

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Today promises cultural immersion as you visit several unique villages housing various ethnic groups. Begin with Basha Miao Village, the final home to China’s gunman tribe. Journey to the mysterious Zhanli Dong Village, guarding ancient secrets of population balance. Experience the musical heritage of Xiaohuang Dong Village, the birthplace of the polyphonic folk song Dage. Conclude in authentic Huanggang Dong Village, retaining its charm overlooked by time. Interact with villagers throughout and gain nuanced insights into their diversity while admiring well-preserved traditional architecture and lifestyles in each remote hamlet.

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Visit Tang’an Village, hike from there for around 2 to 3 hours to enjoy the terraced field scenery, and then get to Congjiang railway station for the high-speed train to Guiyang, the capital city of Guizhou Province. Upon arrival, a local tour guide will welcome you and send you to your hotel.

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Tianlong Tunbao in Anshun is an ancient town built in the Ming Dynasty. For more than 600 years, people here have maintained traditional dress and customs. As a branch of the Han nationality, they are completely different from other Han people or the ethnic minorities in Guizhou.

Today, you will drive forward northwest for about 1.5 hours to visit this special town, and there you may happen to watch a local opera performance. Later on, another 1.5 hours driving to the east will take you to Qingyan Old Town, another historical town with lots of relics of Ming and Qing Styles.

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Take a flight departing from Guiyang in the morning. Arrive in Xi’an 2 hours later, be met by a local tour guide, and accompanied to visit Hanyang Tomb, which will show you the court life of the imperial family and the production scene of ordinary people in the Han Dynasty about 2,000 years ago. Later, drive about one hour to your hotel downtown.

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Today’s highlight is the legendary Terracotta Warriors. Different from the Hanyang Tomb visited one day before, the Terracotta Warriors will demonstrate the great military power of the Qin Dynasty which was just before the Han Dynasty. You can spend around 2.5 hours there to marvel at the remarkable archaeological discovery consisting of thousands of soldiers, along with chariots and horses, arranged in battle formation pits. After that, stroll through Muslim Street and have a glimpse of Chinese Muslims’ real life.

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Visit a local family in the morning. There, make dumplings or stretch noodles, cook homely dishes, and enjoy a meal with the family members. If time permits, you will have an opportunity to go to market with the host. In the afternoon, take a high-speed train to Pingyao. Arrive after 3 hours, be met and escorted to your hotel.

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Follow your tour guide to explore the well-preserved Pingyao Ancient City, and visit the oldest bank in China – Rishengchang Exchange Shop, Ming-Qing Street, and other historic sites hidden in the town.

Late in the day, get out of the old town to visit Wang Family Compound, which is regarded as one of the most renowned examples of Chinese residential complex and a masterpiece of Chinese vernacular architecture.

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This morning, you’ll explore the renowned Shuanglin Temple located just a short drive from Pingyao City. Established in the 6th century, this expansive temple complex spanning 15,000 square meters houses over 2,000 remarkably preserved painted clay sculptures and frescoes dating back centuries. After taking in this treasure trove of Chinese Buddhist art, board a high-speed train to Beijing. On arrival, be transferred to the hotel and enjoy some free time on your own.

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As the political center of today and old times, Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City should be always on your visit list in Beijing. Your exploration of the capital city will start with them.

After spending around 40 minutes on the square, you will then proceed to the Forbidden City to admire the palace where imperial families lived and listen to the stories behind them.

The next stop is Jingshan Park, where you can get a fabulous panoramic view of the Forbidden City and the surrounding cityscape. Finally, end today’s tour at the Temple of Heaven, a divine place the feudal emperors visited yearly to pray for a good harvest.

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What better finale than encountering one of the world’s most iconic landmarks? Following breakfast, embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive into history at Jinshanling Great Wall. Nestled 130km from Beijing amid splendid isolation, it promises exclusivity over congested spots.

Spend the afternoon hiking moderately along centuries-old battlements, taking in sweeping vistas for 3-4 leisurely hours. Absorb nature’s beauty mingling with human monumentality along the way. As daylight starts to fade, relish this last taste of grandeur before winding back to the city.

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Time to say goodbye. When you are ready, the guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel lobby and send you to the airport for your flight back home.

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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eI highly recommend Inner Mongolia Jiuhong Travel Service Co., Ltd. The team is very easy to work with, has excellent ideas and the guides are knowledgeable and easy to be with. Very solid itineraries and execution — flexible, high quality, and great value for money.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    James T.
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe visited both Xi’an and Shanghai under Jiuhong’s arrangement and received the same first-class service in both cities. The guides were knowledgeable, flexible, and happy to discuss all aspects of modern China — giving insights difficult to obtain elsewhere. Strongly recommended.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Greenfly
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe had a wonderful action-packed day. Fei Fei was amazing — her knowledge was very impressive and she was a real pleasure to be with. This was certainly the highlight of our stay in this beautiful city. Thanks so much.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Ludovic V.
    Couples · London, UK · Verified · TripAdvisor

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