16-DAY PRIVATE CHINA ODYSSEY
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16-Day China Tour: Golden Triangle, Lhasa, Zhangjiajie & Pandas

ROUTE Beijing · Xi'an · Lhasa · Chengdu · Zhangjiajie · Shanghai
A 16-day journey through China's imperial capital, the ancient Silk Road city of Xi'an, Tibet's spiritual heart in Lhasa, Chengdu's giant panda country, Zhangjiajie's sandstone mountains and the energy of Shanghai.
FROM US$2,699 / person
Six-destination 16-day China tour including Lhasa Tibet, Chengdu pandas and Zhangjiajie
ROUTE
Beijing · Xi'an · Lhasa · Chengdu · Zhangjiajie · Shanghai ↗
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THE JOURNEY Private Journey
DURATION 16 Days
DESTINATIONS 6 Destinations
DEPARTURE Flexible
✦ Tibet · Imperial heritage · Giant pandas · Mountain landscapes
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THE 16-DAY ODYSSEY

Six destinations.
A deeper China journey.

Travel from imperial Beijing and ancient Xi'an to the high-altitude cultural heritage of Lhasa, Chengdu's giant pandas, Zhangjiajie's sandstone peaks and Shanghai's historic waterfront.

Spend four days exploring Beijing's imperial landmarks and the Mutianyu Great Wall, two days discovering Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors and Silk Road heritage, three days in Lhasa visiting the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and historic monasteries, two days in Chengdu with giant pandas and local culture, three days among Zhangjiajie's Wulingyuan and Tianmen Mountain landscapes, and two days in Shanghai.

DURATION
16 Days
DESTINATIONS
6 Destinations
DOMESTIC TRANSFERS
3 Days in Lhasa
SIGNATURE ACTIVITIES
CURATED FOR THIS JOURNEY
01 The Forbidden City & Imperial Beijing
02 Mutianyu Great Wall
03 The Terracotta Warriors
04 Potala Palace & Jokhang Temple
05 Tibetan Monasteries & Traditions
06 Chengdu Giant Panda Research Base
07 Wulingyuan & Yuanjiajie
08 Tianzi Mountain & Tianmen Mountain
09 Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden & The Bund
10 Discover China’s Sacred Heritage
11 From Mountain Wonders to Wildlife
12 End in the Energy of Modern China
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

From imperial capitals. To the roof of the world.

This route brings together six distinct sides of China: imperial Beijing, ancient Xi'an, Tibetan culture in Lhasa, giant pandas and everyday life in Chengdu, Zhangjiajie's dramatic mountain scenery and cosmopolitan Shanghai.

BEIJING highlights on a 16-day China private journey
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BEIJING

Walk Through Imperial Beijing

Explore Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven and traditional hutongs. Visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall.

XI'AN highlights on a 16-day China private journey
XI'AN

Discover the Terracotta Army

Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum, walk the ancient city wall, and explore the Muslim Quarter and Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.

LHASA · TIBET highlights on a 16-day China private journey
LHASA · TIBET

Tibetan Spiritual Heritage

Discover the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery and the traditional streets of Barkhor.

CHENGDU highlights on a 16-day China private journey
CHENGDU

Meet the Giant Pandas

Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, then explore Jinli Ancient Street, Wenshu Monastery and People's Park.

ZHANGJIAJIE highlights on a 16-day China private journey
ZHANGJIAJIE

Enter the Sandstone Mountains

Explore Wulingyuan, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Tianmen Mountain and the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge.

SHANGHAI highlights on a 16-day China private journey
SHANGHAI

Old Shanghai & The Bund

Visit the Shanghai Museum and Yu Garden, then discover Nanjing Road, the Bund and Shanghai Tower.

16-Day China Odyssey Itinerary

Four days in Beijing, two in Xi'an, three in Lhasa, two in Chengdu, three in Zhangjiajie and two in Shanghai. The day-by-day entries below follow the product's linked itinerary records.
Beijing’s Imperial Heart — Beijing
Begin your Beijing journey at Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City, exploring the grand ceremonial spaces and imperial palaces at the heart of China’s capital.
Highlights
Tian’anmen Square · Forbidden City
Experience
Imperial architecture & royal history
Route Central Beijing
The Great Wall at Mutianyu — Beijing
Head beyond the city to Mutianyu, one of Beijing’s most scenic Great Wall sections, surrounded by forested mountains and dramatic ridgelines.
Highlights
Mutianyu Great Wall
Experience
Mountain scenery & ancient fortifications
Route Beijing · Mutianyu
Imperial Gardens & Olympic Icons — Beijing
Discover the peaceful landscapes of the Summer Palace before seeing Beijing’s modern Olympic landmarks, the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.
Highlights
Summer Palace · Bird’s Nest · Water Cube
Experience
Imperial gardens & modern architecture
Route Northwest Beijing
Temple of Heaven & Old Hutongs — Beijing
Explore the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once performed sacred ceremonies, then wander through traditional hutongs to experience the character of old Beijing.
Highlights
Temple of Heaven · Traditional Hutongs
Experience
Imperial rituals & local life
Route Southern & Old Beijing
The Terracotta Army — Xi’an
Step into the world of ancient China at the Terracotta Warriors Museum, home to thousands of life-sized figures created to guard Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife.
Highlights
Terracotta Warriors Museum
Experience
Ancient Chinese history
Route Xi’an · Lintong
Ancient Walls & Old Xi’an — Xi’an
Explore Xi’an’s ancient city wall, the historic Muslim Quarter, and the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda while discovering the city’s rich blend of Chinese and Silk Road heritage.
Highlights
Ancient City Wall · Muslim Quarter · Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Experience
Silk Road culture & local life
Route Historic Xi’an
Arrival in the Roof of the World — Lhasa
Arrive in Lhasa and begin discovering Tibet’s spiritual heart, with views of the Potala Palace rising dramatically above the high-altitude city.
Highlights
Potala Palace
Experience
Tibetan culture & highland scenery
Route Lhasa
Potala Palace & Jokhang Temple — Lhasa
Explore the magnificent Potala Palace and visit Jokhang Temple, two of Tibet’s most important cultural and spiritual landmarks.
Highlights
Potala Palace · Jokhang Temple
Experience
Tibetan Buddhist heritage
Route Central Lhasa
Monasteries & Tibetan Traditions — Lhasa
Visit Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery, then walk through Barkhor Street to experience traditional Tibetan streets, markets, and religious life.
Highlights
Drepung Monastery · Sera Monastery · Barkhor Street
Experience
Monastic traditions & local culture
Route Lhasa
Giant Pandas & Chengdu Life — Chengdu
Meet China’s beloved giant pandas at the Chengdu Research Base, then explore the relaxed atmosphere of Chengdu through its historic streets and local neighborhoods.
Highlights
Giant Panda Research Base
Experience
Giant pandas & Chengdu lifestyle
Route Chengdu
Temples, Parks & Old Chengdu — Chengdu
Discover Wenshu Monastery and Jinli Ancient Street before experiencing the laid-back rhythm of Chengdu at People’s Park.
Highlights
Wenshu Monastery · Jinli Ancient Street · People’s Park
Experience
Local culture & everyday life
Route Central Chengdu
Enter the Avatar-Like Mountains — Zhangjiajie
Enter the spectacular Wulingyuan Scenic Area and explore Yuanjiajie, where towering sandstone pillars rise dramatically from the misty mountain landscape.
Highlights
Wulingyuan · Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
Experience
Sandstone peaks & mountain scenery
Route Zhangjiajie
Tianzi Mountain Panorama — Zhangjiajie
Journey deeper into Zhangjiajie to explore Tianzi Mountain, famous for its panoramic views of towering peaks, deep valleys, and cloud-filled landscapes.
Highlights
Tianzi Mountain
Experience
Panoramic mountain scenery
Route Wulingyuan
Tianmen Mountain Adventure — Zhangjiajie
Experience the dramatic landscapes of Tianmen Mountain and the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, combining spectacular viewpoints with one of China’s most famous glass bridges.
Highlights
Tianmen Mountain · Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
Experience
Mountain adventure & dramatic views
Route Zhangjiajie
Shanghai’s Cultural Classics — Shanghai
Discover Shanghai through its cultural icons, beginning with the Shanghai Museum and the elegant classical landscape of Yu Garden.
Highlights
Shanghai Museum · Yu Garden
Experience
Chinese art & classical gardens
Route Central Shanghai
The Bund & Shanghai Skyline — Shanghai
Finish your journey along Nanjing Road and the Bund before ascending Shanghai Tower for sweeping views across the Huangpu River and the city skyline.
Highlights
Nanjing Road · The Bund · Shanghai Tower
Experience
Modern Shanghai & historic waterfront
Route Downtown Shanghai
PACKAGE DETAILS

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included before booking.

The current Shopify product description lists the destinations and sightseeing itinerary, but does not specify hotel category, meals, guide arrangements, transport inclusions or entrance-ticket coverage. Confirm these details in the written quotation before booking.

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ACCOMMODATION

Hotel category, room type, occupancy and breakfast arrangements should be confirmed in your written quotation.

02

LOCAL GUIDES

Confirm the guide-language, guiding days and local support arrangements for each destination.

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GROUND TRANSPORT

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ATTRACTION TICKETS

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INTERCITY TRAVEL

The product itinerary does not specify the transport mode between every destination. Request the confirmed train and flight schedule.

IMPORTANT TO CONFIRM

Before confirming your booking, ask for a written breakdown of inclusions, exclusions, Tibet permit arrangements and any additional charges.

International flights and arrival/departure arrangements
China visa or Tibet-related permit requirements and fees, as applicable
International and domestic travel insurance
Meals not expressly stated in the quotation
Guide and driver tips, if applicable
Personal expenses and optional activities not listed in the final quotation
WHY SUNDA TRAVEL

A journey, carefully connected.

This 16-day route spans distinct regions, climates and cultural settings — from Beijing and Xi'an to high-altitude Lhasa, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie and Shanghai.

A well-planned multi-region trip depends on clear routing, realistic pacing and advance confirmation of local access and travel arrangements, especially for Tibet.

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Regional Knowledge

Connect imperial Beijing, ancient Xi'an, Tibet's cultural heart, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie and Shanghai in one extended itinerary.

SIX DESTINATIONS
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Route Coordination

A multi-region journey requires careful planning of intercity connections, local transfers and sightseeing time. Confirm the final transport plan before departure.

MULTI-REGION LOGISTICS
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Thoughtful Pacing

The route allocates four days to Beijing, two to Xi'an, three to Lhasa, two to Chengdu, three to Zhangjiajie and two to Shanghai.

16-DAY ROUTE
04

Tibet Preparation

Lhasa is at high altitude and has specific travel access requirements. Confirm permit arrangements, acclimatization time and any health or mobility considerations before booking.

PLAN AHEAD
SUNDA TRAVEL
ONE COORDINATED ROUTE

Six destinations, with time to explore their different histories, landscapes and living cultures.

16 DAYS
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Six destinations. One unforgettable route.

From the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors to Lhasa's monasteries, Chengdu's giant pandas, Zhangjiajie's sandstone peaks and Shanghai's skyline.

16 DAYS EXTENDED JOURNEY
06 DESTINATIONS ACROSS CHINA
03 DAYS IN LHASA
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