16-Day China & Japan Discovery Tour

Arrival in Beijing

Arrive in Beijing and transfer to your hotel.

Take time to rest and prepare for your China adventure.

Beijing – Imperial Heritage & Traditional Culture

Morning: Visit the magnificent Forbidden City, the world's largest and best-preserved ancient wooden palace complex and the former residence of 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Continue to Jingshan Park, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Forbidden City and Beijing's historic Central Axis.

Afternoon: Explore Beijing's traditional hutongs, discovering the old neighborhood lifestyle hidden behind ancient alleyways.

Enjoy a special Chinese Calligraphy Experience, learning traditional brush techniques and creating your own piece of Chinese artwork.

Evening: Visit Tian'anmen Square and admire the grand atmosphere of Beijing's historic heart.

Beijing – Chongqing

Morning: Visit Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved sections of the Great Wall. Walk along the ancient fortress walls while enjoying spectacular mountain scenery.

Afternoon: Transfer to Beijing airport and fly to Chongqing.

Evening: Experience Chongqing's famous hot pot culture.

Recommended restaurant: Pipa Yuan Hot Pot, one of the world's largest hot pot restaurants.

Chongqing – Mountain City Experience

Morning: Visit Ciqikou Ancient Town, a historic riverside neighborhood. Enjoy traditional tea culture and experience a lively Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Performance.

Afternoon: Explore Chongqing's unique urban landmarks:

·Liziba Light Rail Station, where trains pass through a residential building 

·Kuixing Tower, famous for its unusual multi-level architecture 

·Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, the city's commercial center 

Evening: Visit the spectacular Hongya Cave, Chongqing’s iconic night-view destination.

Optional experience:

Hongya Cave Travel Photography Experience (traditional costume rental, makeup, photography and photo selection) 

Chongqing – Zhangjiajie

Morning: Experience the famous Yangtze River Cableway, Chongqing's unique transportation landmark crossing the Yangtze River.

Afternoon: Take a high-speed train to Zhangjiajie.

Zhangjiajie – Avatar Mountains

Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, famous for its dramatic quartz sandstone peaks.

Highlights include:

·Bailong Elevator, the worl's highest outdoor glass elevator 

·Yuanjiajie Scenic Area 

·Tianzi Mountain 

·Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge 

Enjoy breathtaking views of the unique mountain landscape that inspired the scenery of Avatar.

Overnight: Zhangjiajie

Zhangjiajie – Shanghai

Morning: Visit Tianmen Mountain, famous for the spectacular Tianmen Cave, cliffside pathways, and panoramic mountain views.

Evening: Transfer to the airport and fly to Shanghai.

Shanghai – Traditional Shanghai Experience

Morning: Visit:

1. Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden from the Ming Dynasty 

2. City God Temple, a historic area showcasing traditional Shanghai culture 

Midday: Enjoy a special Xiaolongbao Making Experience, learning how to prepare Shanghai’s famous soup dumplings.

Afternoon: Explore:

·Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street 

·The Bund, Shanghai's iconic waterfront skyline 

Optional:

Huangpu River Cruise for spectacular night views 

Shanghai – Future City & Innovation

Morning: Visit Shanghai Tower, the world's third tallest building, and enjoy panoramic views over Lujiazui's futuristic skyline.

Afternoon: Visit a robotics experience center and discover China's latest technological innovations.

Shanghai – Osaka, Japan

Enjoy free time for shopping before flying to Osaka.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Osaka – City Highlights

Explore Osaka's most iconic attractions:

·Osaka Castle, a symbol of Japan's history and the famous landmark of the city 

·Kuromon Market, known for fresh seafood, traditional crafts, and local specialties 

·Tsutenkaku Tower and the nostalgic Shinsekai district 

·Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori, Osaka's famous entertainment and food area 

Enjoy Osaka's vibrant street culture and local cuisine.

Osaka – Kyoto

Travel approximately one hour to Kyoto.

Morning:

Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for thousands of vermillion torii gates winding through the mountain.

Afternoon:

· Kiyomizu-dera Temple 

· Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka historic streets 

· Gion traditional district 

· Nishiki Market, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen' 

Experience Kyoto's timeless atmosphere and traditional culture.

Kyoto – Temples & Nature

Morning:

Visit:

· Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kyoto's iconic Zen temple covered in gold leaf 

· Arashiyama Bamboo Grove 

· Tenryu-ji Temple 

· Nonomiya Shrine 

Enjoy Kyoto's perfect combination of temples, gardens, and natural landscapes.

Kyoto – Tokyo by Shinkansen

Take Japan's famous Shinkansen bullet train to Tokyo.

Explore:

· Imperial Palace Outer Gardens 

· Tokyo Tower 

· Harajuku & Meiji Shrine 

· Shibuya Crossing 

Experience the contrast between Japan's imperial traditions and modern urban lifestyle.

Tokyo – Tradition, Anime & Shopping

Morning:

·Tsukiji Outer Market 

·Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street 

Afternoon & Evening:

·Akihabara, the center of Japanese anime and electronics culture 

·Ginza, Tokyo's luxury shopping district 

Departure from Tokyo

Enjoy free time for shopping.

Transfer to Tokyo airport for your international flight home.

End of your unforgettable China & Japan adventure.