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Overview

Why Visit China?

China is a land of breathtaking contrasts — ancient wonders like the Great Wall and Forbidden City stand alongside futuristic skylines in Shanghai and Shenzhen. From the karst mountains of Guilin to the terracotta warriors of Xi'an, China offers an unparalleled journey through 5,000 years of civilization. Its cuisine, culture, and sheer scale make it one of the world's most rewarding travel destinations.

Flight Time

6–7 hrs from Mumbai

Visa

Visa Required (apply in advance)

Language

Mandarin Chinese

Currency

CNY (Chinese Yuan)

Budget

₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000 per person

Best Time

March – May & September – November

Must Visit

Top Places to See in China

Hand-picked by our travel experts — the experiences that define this destination.

Iconic Landmark

Great Wall of China

One of the greatest architectural feats in history, stretching over 21,000 km. The Mutianyu section near Beijing is the most scenic.

Heritage

Forbidden City, Beijing

The world's largest palace complex, home to 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Over 980 buildings within its walls.

Archaeological

Terracotta Army, Xi'an

Over 8,000 life-sized clay soldiers buried with Emperor Qin Shi Huang. One of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.

City Landmark

The Bund, Shanghai

Shanghai's iconic waterfront promenade lined with colonial-era buildings facing the futuristic Pudong skyline across the Huangpu River.

Nature

Li River, Guilin

Cruise through dramatic karst limestone peaks reflected in the emerald waters of the Li River — the landscape that inspired Chinese ink paintings.

Nature

Zhangjiajie National Park

The towering sandstone pillars that inspired the floating mountains in Avatar. Take the world's longest glass-bottom bridge for a thrilling experience.

Scenic

West Lake, Hangzhou

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China's most celebrated scenic spots, with pagodas, causeways, and lotus-covered waters.

Wildlife

Chengdu Panda Base

Get up close with giant pandas at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding — home to over 80 pandas.

Experiences

Things to Do in China

Hike the Great Wall at Jinshanling

Climb Yellow Mountain (Huangshan)

Cycle through rice terraces in Longji

Zipline in Zhangjiajie

Kayak on the Li River

Visit the Summer Palace in Beijing

Explore the Old Town of Lijiang

Watch a Peking Opera performance

Tour the Shaolin Temple

Walk through Hutong alleyways in Beijing

Peking Duck at Quanjude

Dim Sum in Shanghai

Sichuan Hot Pot in Chengdu

Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings)

Street food at Wangfujing Night Market

Silk Market, Beijing

Yu Garden Bazaar, Shanghai

Nanjing Road, Shanghai

Panjiayuan Antique Market

Taobao City, Hangzhou

Itineraries

Sample Itineraries for China

Day-by-day plans crafted by our experts — fully customisable to your preferences.

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Day 1: Arrive Beijing — Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City

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Day 2: Great Wall (Mutianyu) & Summer Palace

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Day 3: Temple of Heaven & Hutong tour

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Day 4: Fly to Xi'an — Terracotta Army

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Day 5: Xi'an City Wall & Muslim Quarter

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Day 6: Fly to Shanghai — The Bund & Nanjing Road

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Day 7: Yu Garden, French Concession & depart

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Day 1–3: Beijing (Great Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace)

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Day 4–5: Xi'an (Terracotta Army, City Wall)

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Day 6–7: Guilin & Li River cruise

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Day 8–10: Shanghai (Bund, Pudong, day trip to Hangzhou)

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Day 1–3: Beijing

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Day 4–5: Xi'an

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Day 6–7: Chengdu (Pandas, Sichuan food)

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Day 8–9: Zhangjiajie

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Day 10–11: Guilin & Yangshuo

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Day 12–14: Shanghai & Hangzhou

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