* ALL TOURS INCLUDED * - CHINA’S GRAND ROUTE - CHENGDU & XIAN & BEIJING & CHONGQING - TURKISH AIRLINES - 2027
9 December 2026 – 16 December 2026
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7 Nights, 8 Days
Tour details
DAY 07 - CHONGQING – TWO RIVERS CRUISE
After breakfast, we head to the Liziba Monorail Observation Deck. This spot, where the metro passes through the 19th floor of an apartment building, is a symbol of Chongqing's vertical city identity. Next, we tour Ciqikou Ancient Town. With a history spanning a thousand years, the town brings the Ming-Qing era of China to life with its stone-paved streets, tea houses, porcelain workshops, and street foods. We cross the river via the Yangtze River Cableway, enjoying panoramic views of the city's skyscrapers and the confluence of the rivers. Then, we visit Kuixinglou and the Jiefangbei area. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, we take a boat tour on the Yangtze and Jialing rivers, watching the confluence of the two rivers amidst illuminated skyscrapers and bridges. Our dinner features the famous Chongqing hotpot, adjusted according to our group's spice tolerance. Overnight at our hotel in Chongqing.
DAY 08 - CHONGQING – CHENGDU – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
After breakfast at our hotel, we transfer to the railway station. We travel to Chengdu via high-speed train, a journey of approximately 1-2 hours. In Chengdu, we visit People's Park and a traditional tea house. At the heart of the city's daily life, we experience the tea culture practiced by locals for centuries and enjoy a traditional tea tasting. After lunch at a local restaurant, we have free time for shopping in the Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li area. Chengdu's most modern shopping district stands out with its contemporary architecture built around a historic temple. After dinner at a local restaurant, we transfer to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. We depart directly for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK227 at 00:45. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 05:55 local time, concluding our tour.
DAY 01 - ISTANBUL AIRPORT – CHENGDU
We meet our valued guests four hours before the flight at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After baggage and passport procedures, we depart directly for Chengdu on Turkish Airlines flight TK226 at 02:05 local time. We arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 15:40 local time. After being met by our local guide, we transfer to our hotel. Depending on arrival and transfer times, we visit Kuanzhai Alleys. These narrow streets dating back to the Qing Dynasty are Chengdu's most vibrant historical area, featuring traditional courtyard houses, tea houses, and handicraft shops. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at our hotel in Chengdu.
We meet our valued guests four hours before the flight at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After baggage and passport procedures, we depart directly for Chengdu on Turkish Airlines flight TK226 at 02:05 local time. We arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 15:40 local time. After being met by our local guide, we transfer to our hotel. Depending on arrival and transfer times, we visit Kuanzhai Alleys. These narrow streets dating back to the Qing Dynasty are Chengdu's most vibrant historical area, featuring traditional courtyard houses, tea houses, and handicraft shops. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at our hotel in Chengdu.
DAY 02 - CHENGDU – XI'AN (High-Speed Train)
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. As one of the world's most important panda conservation facilities, we will observe giant pandas living in areas close to their natural habitats, view the cub care sections, and learn about conservation efforts for the species. After lunch at a local restaurant, we transfer to Chengdu East Railway Station. We travel to Xi'an via high-speed train, a journey of approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel and check into our rooms. In the evening, we visit the Muslim Quarter and the night market. This neighborhood at the eastern end of the Silk Road has hosted the Hui Muslim community for centuries; it is Xi'an's most colorful district with street foods, spice stalls, and handicrafts. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at our hotel in Xi'an.
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. As one of the world's most important panda conservation facilities, we will observe giant pandas living in areas close to their natural habitats, view the cub care sections, and learn about conservation efforts for the species. After lunch at a local restaurant, we transfer to Chengdu East Railway Station. We travel to Xi'an via high-speed train, a journey of approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel and check into our rooms. In the evening, we visit the Muslim Quarter and the night market. This neighborhood at the eastern end of the Silk Road has hosted the Hui Muslim community for centuries; it is Xi'an's most colorful district with street foods, spice stalls, and handicrafts. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at our hotel in Xi'an.
DAY 03 - XI'AN – TERRACOTTA ARMY
After breakfast, we head to the Museum of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 3rd century BC for Emperor Qin Shi Huang and accidentally discovered in 1974, this vast army consists of thousands of terracotta soldiers, horses, and chariots, each with distinct facial features. We tour this site, considered one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world, accompanied by our guide. After lunch at a local restaurant, we visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Constructed in 652 AD during the Tang Dynasty, the pagoda symbolizes the bringing of Buddhist scriptures to China.
Next, we ascend the Ancient City Walls of Xi'an. Stretching 14 kilometers, these walls are China's best-preserved city defense structure and offer panoramic views of the city. In the evening, we enjoy a dumpling feast while watching the Tang Dynasty Show. We witness imperial art from a thousand years ago through palace dances, traditional music, and costumes. Overnight at our hotel in Xi'an.
After breakfast, we head to the Museum of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 3rd century BC for Emperor Qin Shi Huang and accidentally discovered in 1974, this vast army consists of thousands of terracotta soldiers, horses, and chariots, each with distinct facial features. We tour this site, considered one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world, accompanied by our guide. After lunch at a local restaurant, we visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Constructed in 652 AD during the Tang Dynasty, the pagoda symbolizes the bringing of Buddhist scriptures to China.
Next, we ascend the Ancient City Walls of Xi'an. Stretching 14 kilometers, these walls are China's best-preserved city defense structure and offer panoramic views of the city. In the evening, we enjoy a dumpling feast while watching the Tang Dynasty Show. We witness imperial art from a thousand years ago through palace dances, traditional music, and costumes. Overnight at our hotel in Xi'an.
DAY 04 - XI'AN – BEIJING (High-Speed Train)
After breakfast at our hotel, we transfer to the railway station early in the morning. We travel to Beijing via high-speed train, a journey of approximately 4-5 hours. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Depending on the train schedule, we visit the Summer Palace or the Beijing Olympic Park. The UNESCO World Heritage Summer Palace is the most magnificent example of imperial garden art; its pavilions around Kunming Lake, long corridors, and marble bridges served as the summer residence of the Qing Dynasty. Next, we walk along Wangfujing Street. Beijing's most famous shopping street is known for its historic stores and street foods. Dinner at a local restaurant featuring Peking Duck. Overnight at our hotel in Beijing.
After breakfast at our hotel, we transfer to the railway station early in the morning. We travel to Beijing via high-speed train, a journey of approximately 4-5 hours. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Depending on the train schedule, we visit the Summer Palace or the Beijing Olympic Park. The UNESCO World Heritage Summer Palace is the most magnificent example of imperial garden art; its pavilions around Kunming Lake, long corridors, and marble bridges served as the summer residence of the Qing Dynasty. Next, we walk along Wangfujing Street. Beijing's most famous shopping street is known for its historic stores and street foods. Dinner at a local restaurant featuring Peking Duck. Overnight at our hotel in Beijing.
DAY 05 - BEIJING – THE FORBIDDEN CITY
After breakfast, we head to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest city square. Then, we tour the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Completed in 1420, this palace complex housed 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for 500 years. Spanning 72 hectares with 980 buildings, it is the world's largest wooden palace complex. From Jingshan Park north of the Forbidden City, we capture aerial views of the palace complex and the city. After lunch at a local restaurant, we visit the Temple of Heaven. Built in 1420, where emperors prayed for harvest, it is one of the most elegant examples of Chinese architecture and cosmological understanding. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at our hotel in Beijing.
After breakfast, we head to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest city square. Then, we tour the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Completed in 1420, this palace complex housed 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for 500 years. Spanning 72 hectares with 980 buildings, it is the world's largest wooden palace complex. From Jingshan Park north of the Forbidden City, we capture aerial views of the palace complex and the city. After lunch at a local restaurant, we visit the Temple of Heaven. Built in 1420, where emperors prayed for harvest, it is one of the most elegant examples of Chinese architecture and cosmological understanding. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at our hotel in Beijing.
DAY 06 - GREAT WALL OF CHINA – CHONGQING
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Built during the Ming Dynasty and one of the best-preserved sections, Mutianyu stretches over forested hills with 22 watchtowers. We take a cable car up and down, walking along the wall to enjoy the unique views of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. After lunch at a local restaurant, we transfer to the airport. In the evening, we fly domestically to Chongqing. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Depending on the flight schedule, we visit Hongya Cave in the evening. This 11-story traditional wooden building complex on the banks of the Yangtze River offers the city's most impressive view with its nighttime illumination. Overnight at our hotel in Chongqing.
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Built during the Ming Dynasty and one of the best-preserved sections, Mutianyu stretches over forested hills with 22 watchtowers. We take a cable car up and down, walking along the wall to enjoy the unique views of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. After lunch at a local restaurant, we transfer to the airport. In the evening, we fly domestically to Chongqing. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Depending on the flight schedule, we visit Hongya Cave in the evening. This 11-story traditional wooden building complex on the banks of the Yangtze River offers the city's most impressive view with its nighttime illumination. Overnight at our hotel in Chongqing.
DAY 07 - CHONGQING – TWO RIVERS CRUISE
After breakfast, we head to the Liziba Monorail Observation Deck. This spot, where the metro passes through the 19th floor of an apartment building, is a symbol of Chongqing's vertical city identity. Next, we tour Ciqikou Ancient Town. With a history spanning a thousand years, the town brings the Ming-Qing era of China to life with its stone-paved streets, tea houses, porcelain workshops, and street foods. We cross the river via the Yangtze River Cableway, enjoying panoramic views of the city's skyscrapers and the confluence of the rivers. Then, we visit Kuixinglou and the Jiefangbei area. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, we take a boat tour on the Yangtze and Jialing rivers, watching the confluence of the two rivers amidst illuminated skyscrapers and bridges. Our dinner features the famous Chongqing hotpot, adjusted according to our group's spice tolerance. Overnight at our hotel in Chongqing.
DAY 08 - CHONGQING – CHENGDU – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
After breakfast at our hotel, we transfer to the railway station. We travel to Chengdu via high-speed train, a journey of approximately 1-2 hours. In Chengdu, we visit People's Park and a traditional tea house. At the heart of the city's daily life, we experience the tea culture practiced by locals for centuries and enjoy a traditional tea tasting. After lunch at a local restaurant, we have free time for shopping in the Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li area. Chengdu's most modern shopping district stands out with its contemporary architecture built around a historic temple. After dinner at a local restaurant, we transfer to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. We depart directly for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK227 at 00:45. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 05:55 local time, concluding our tour.
What's included
✓ Direct economy class round-trip flight ticket between Istanbul Airport and Chengdu with Turkish Airlines (Istanbul – Chengdu and Chengdu – Istanbul)
✓ All airport taxes and fees
✓ 7 nights accommodation with room + breakfast in 5* hotels (Chengdu 1 night, Xi'an 2 nights, Beijing 2 nights, Chongqing 2 nights)
✓ City taxes
✓ High-speed train ticket from Chengdu to Xi'an (D1934)
✓ High-speed train ticket from Xi'an to Beijing (G366)
✓ Domestic flight ticket from Beijing to Chongqing
✓ High-speed train ticket from Chongqing to Chengdu
✓ All transfers and local transportation
✓ Entry to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
✓ Entry to the Terracotta Warriors Museum
✓ Entry to Xi'an Ancient City Walls
✓ Tang Dynasty Show and dumpling banquet
✓ Entry to the Summer Palace
✓ Entry to the Forbidden City
✓ Entry to Jingshan Park
✓ Entry to the Temple of Heaven
✓ Entry to Mutianyu Great Wall (round-trip cable car included)
✓ Yangtze River Cable Car (one way)
✓ Chongqing Two Rivers Night Boat Tour
✓ Chengdu People's Park and tea tasting
✓ Headset guide system for Beijing and Xi'an
✓ Six lunches and six dinners as specified in the program (including Peking Duck and Chongqing hotpot)
✓ Experienced Turkish-speaking tour leader service.
✓ Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
✓ All airport taxes and fees
✓ 7 nights accommodation with room + breakfast in 5* hotels (Chengdu 1 night, Xi'an 2 nights, Beijing 2 nights, Chongqing 2 nights)
✓ City taxes
✓ High-speed train ticket from Chengdu to Xi'an (D1934)
✓ High-speed train ticket from Xi'an to Beijing (G366)
✓ Domestic flight ticket from Beijing to Chongqing
✓ High-speed train ticket from Chongqing to Chengdu
✓ All transfers and local transportation
✓ Entry to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
✓ Entry to the Terracotta Warriors Museum
✓ Entry to Xi'an Ancient City Walls
✓ Tang Dynasty Show and dumpling banquet
✓ Entry to the Summer Palace
✓ Entry to the Forbidden City
✓ Entry to Jingshan Park
✓ Entry to the Temple of Heaven
✓ Entry to Mutianyu Great Wall (round-trip cable car included)
✓ Yangtze River Cable Car (one way)
✓ Chongqing Two Rivers Night Boat Tour
✓ Chengdu People's Park and tea tasting
✓ Headset guide system for Beijing and Xi'an
✓ Six lunches and six dinners as specified in the program (including Peking Duck and Chongqing hotpot)
✓ Experienced Turkish-speaking tour leader service.
✓ Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Not included
✗ Personal expenses and hotel extras
✗ China visa
✗ Lunch and dinner meals not specified as included in the price
✗ All beverages consumed during and outside meal times
✗ All services not listed in the "Included in Price" section
✗ Personal expenses and hotel extras.
✗ Tips for guide and driver (payable on-site at $4 USD per person per day)
✗ Exit fee from Turkey (can be paid at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).
✗ City taxes charged by hotels.
✗ Domestic connecting flights.
✗ Travel protection package (including cancellation insurance).
✗ China visa
✗ Lunch and dinner meals not specified as included in the price
✗ All beverages consumed during and outside meal times
✗ All services not listed in the "Included in Price" section
✗ Personal expenses and hotel extras.
✗ Tips for guide and driver (payable on-site at $4 USD per person per day)
✗ Exit fee from Turkey (can be paid at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).
✗ City taxes charged by hotels.
✗ Domestic connecting flights.
✗ Travel protection package (including cancellation insurance).
Need to Know
- Prices are calculated per person based on double occupancy.
- Accommodations are arranged in the specified 5-star hotels or equivalent.
- Triple rooms are available only upon request; if the hotel cannot provide a triple room, guests must be separated into two rooms (1 double + 1 single), and any price difference is borne by the guest.
- Tips for the guide and driver are not included in the price; they are paid locally at USD 4 per person per day.
- The itinerary may be revised while maintaining the tour sequence according to train and flight schedules, exhibitions, major events, and local practices.