Welcome to Chengdu, the heart of Sichuan! After settling into your hotel, dive straight into the city’s legendary street food scene on an exciting Lost Plate Food Tour. Hop aboard a tuk-tuk and zip through hidden alleys to sample authentic snacks, family-run eateries, and local brews — the perfect first taste of Sichuan’s fiery flavors.

Hop aboard a tuk-tuk and zip through hidden alleys to sample authentic snacks, family-run eateries, and local brews on an exciting Lost Plate Food Tour in Chengdu. Experience Sichuan’s fiery flavors.

Overnight at Yitel Premium in Chengdu.

Journey to the Wolong Panda Base, one of China’s most scenic and important conservation areas. Watch giant pandas in their semi-wild mountain habitat and learn about the breeding efforts that help protect this beloved species.

Enjoy an indulgent Sichuan hot pot dinner, a true Chengdu classic. Choose your broth’s spice level, add your favorite meats, vegetables, and tofu, and experience the lively communal style of local dining.

Attend a dazzling Sichuan Opera performance — complete with face-changing acts, fire-breathing, and beautiful traditional costumes.

Overnight at Yitel Premium (Chengdu).

Spend the morning exploring People’s Park, Chengdu’s vibrant social hub. Sip fragrant jasmine tea during a traditional tea ceremony, try the quirky ear-cleaning ritual, and observe locals mingling at the marriage market, where parents post personal ads for their children.

Transfer to the airport for your evening flight to Lijiang, the cultural gem of Yunnan province.

Overnight: Floral Hotel · Fuxiang Inn (Lijiang Ancient Town)

Wander through the cobbled streets of Lijiang Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site brimming with Naxi culture, artisan boutiques, and charming courtyards.

Visit the picturesque Black Dragon Pool (Jade Dragon Pool), where the snow-covered Jade Dragon Snow Mountain reflects perfectly in the water on clear days.

Overnight: Floral Hotel · Fuxiang Inn (Lijiang Ancient Town)

Take a scenic train ride to Shangri-La, where the Tibetan Plateau begins. Visit the majestic Songzanlin Monastery, often compared to a smaller version of the Potala Palace, and explore Shangri-La Old Town with its prayer wheels and yak-butter-scented temples. Return to Lijiang by train in the evening.

Overnight: Floral Hotel · Fuxiang Inn (Lijiang Ancient Town)

Embark on a scenic hike through the legendary Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in the world. Follow the upper trail from before the halfway point to Tina’s Guesthouse, with panoramic views of the Jinsha River roaring below and snow-capped peaks above.

Overnight: Floral Hotel · Fuxiang Inn (Lijiang Ancient Town)

Rise early to catch the first light over the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Ascend by cable car to 4,680 meters, where the crisp alpine air and sweeping views are unforgettable.

Enjoy the spectacular Impression Lijiang Show, a large-scale outdoor performance directed by Zhang Yimou.

Later, fly to Beijing, China’s dynamic capital city.

Overnight: Yaduo Hotel Sanlitun Gongti North Road (Beijing)

Head to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of the most scenic and well-preserved sections. Take the cable car up and descend on an exhilarating toboggan ride.

Celebrate your final night in China with a Peking duck dinner — crispy on the outside, tender on the inside — along with other traditional Beijing specialties.

Overnight: Yaduo Hotel Sanlitun Gongti North Road (Beijing)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight, taking home beautiful memories of China’s landscapes, food, and traditions.