Destination:
China,
Duration:
14 days
Style:
Small group,
Travel Period:
November 2026 - November 2027
Blending classic destinations with off-the-beaten-path locales, this journey ranges from Beijing and the Great Wall to glittering Hong Kong, packing an indepth exploration of Tibet and the Yunnan province in between. Explore sites that reveal the serene beauty of Tibetan Buddhist culture and learn about the lives of the Naxi minority. Visit the real-life Shangri-La and, in Lhasa, walk in the footsteps of the Dalai Lama.
Stand atop a restored section of the Great Wall near Beijing, taking in rolling mountain vistas
Learn about Yunnan’s diverse minorities including the Naxi culture in Lijiang
Immerse yourself in Tibetan culture in Lhasa and Shangri-La
Explore the iconic Potala Palace and Sera Monastery in Lhasa, at the heart of Tibetan spirituality
Take in the scenic wonders of Yunnan such as Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Tiger Leaping Gorge and the otherworldly Stone Forest
Experience the best of bustling Hong Kong, the classic East-Meets-West destination
Journey details
- Minimum age is 10 years old
- Extended Drives
Travel in this remote region entails extended drives over unpaved roads - Include walking over steep, uneven terrain at high altitude
- Welcome briefing at 8:00 a.m. on Day 2
- Farewell Dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 13
- Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests
- Elevation
Maximum is 12,000 ft. in Lhasa
What's Included
- Guides: English-speaking Resident Tour Director® and local guides
- Transfers: Airport meet-and-greet with private transfers
- Travelling Bell Boy: Travelling Bell Boy® service to transfer your bags between hotels
- Travelling Valet: Mid-journey Traveller’s Valet® laundry service
- Internet: Internet access
- Gratuities: Entrance fees, taxes and all gratuities (except Resident Tour Director)
- A&K Support: Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K’s experts
- EC Crystal Food: Daily breakfast, along with many meals
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Beijing, China
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Day 2 - Beijing – Walking the Great Wall
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Day 3 - Lijiang – Legends and Lost Horizons
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Day 4 - Lijiang
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Day 5 - Shangri-La – Tiger Leaping Gorge
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Day 6 - Shangri-La – Monastery Visit
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Day 7 - Lhasa – Gateway to Tibet
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Day 8 - Lhasa – Buddhist Treasures
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Day 9 - Lhasa – Palace of the Dalai Lama
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Day 10 - Kunming – City of Eternal Spring
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Day 11 - Kunming – A Forest of Stone
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Day 12 - Hong Kong – Where East Meets West in Style
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Day 13 - Hong Kong – Bustling Markets to Fishing Villages
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Day 14 - Depart Hong Kong
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Dates & Pricing
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