Signature: Southwest China from Shangri-La to Shanghai

9 nights from $6899

9 nights

Signature: Southwest China from Shangri-La to Shanghai

Explore Southwest China from Chengdu to the Himalayan foothills, Yangshuo’s karst peaks, and dynamic Shanghai on a small-group, expert-led journey of culture, cuisine, and scenery.

$6899 pp excluding flights $767 per night
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Explore Southwest China from Chengdu to the Himalayan foothills, Yangshuo’s karst peaks, and dynamic Shanghai on a small-group, expert-led journey of culture, cuisine, and scenery.
  • Visit Dujiangyan Panda Base and learn about panda conservation.
  • Explore Chengdu's spice market and cook classic Sichuan dishes.
  • Ascend Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and witness Impression Lijiang performance.
  • Explore Songzanlin Monastery and walk the sacred kora.
  • Sail the Li River at sunset beneath karst peaks.
  • Learn tea picking at Yangshuo's Qixianfeng Tea Plantation.
  • Visit Fuli Village for fan artisans and rice wine brewing.
  • Stroll Shanghai's Former French Concession and its Art Deco streets.
Rest in hotels across China, including Niccolo Chengdu, InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort, Yangshuo Sugar House, and The Peninsula Shanghai. Please note some two-storey properties may not have elevators, requiring stair use with luggage during your stay; accommodation is arranged throughout the itinerary.
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