Duration: 8 Days – 7 Nights (including flight time)
Airline: Vietnam Airlines (High-speed train from Beijing to Hangzhou)
17:00 – Guests gather at Da Nang International Airport (domestic terminal) for check-in on flight VN188 (19:00 – 20:25) to Hanoi.
Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, transfer to the international terminal for the connecting flight VN510 (00:25 – 05:00) to Beijing – the capital of China with over 3,000 years of history, having witnessed numerous dynastic eras and historic events.
Overnight on the plane.
05:00 – Arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport. Meet the local tour guide and transfer for breakfast.
Then visit:
Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) – the imperial garden and summer retreat of Empress Dowager Cixi, built during the Qing Dynasty. Located 15 km northwest of Beijing, it is one of the best-preserved royal gardens in China and a masterpiece of traditional Chinese landscape art.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, free time for shopping at Wangfujing Street, one of Beijing’s most famous shopping areas.
Dinner – enjoy the famous Peking Roast Duck.
Overnight in Beijing.
Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, the bus takes the group to visit:
The Great Wall of China (Juyongguan Pass) – one of the most magnificent wonders of the world and a source of pride for the Chinese people, associated with the famous saying: “He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true hero.”
Visit Tong Ren Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, where guests will receive a free health check and learn about traditional Chinese medicine.
Afternoon: After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to visit:
The Ming Tombs – Changling Tomb: Located in the peaceful valley of Mount Tianshou, about 50km from the capital, this site is the burial place of 13 out of 16 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 2003, the Ming Tombs stand as a magnificent testament to imperial architecture and history.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel in Beijing.
Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, the group visits:
Tiananmen Square: The largest city square in the world, capable of accommodating over one million people, and the political center of China where major national events take place. Surrounding the square are historic landmarks such as the Great Hall of the People, Monument to the People’s Heroes, and Mausoleum of Chairman Mao Zedong (photo stop outside).
The Forbidden City (Imperial Palace): A vast complex of palaces and temples surrounded by towering walls, once the imperial residence of 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. (During peak season, if the Forbidden City is overcrowded, the visit may be replaced with the Temple of Heaven, an architectural masterpiece where emperors once prayed for good harvests.)
Afternoon: After lunch, continue sightseeing at:
Qianmen Street: Located near Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, this is one of Beijing’s oldest commercial streets. Once a bustling trading hub during imperial times, Qianmen Street today blends traditional Chinese architecture with modern shops, offering visitors a charming mix of history and contemporary life.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel in Beijing.
Morning: After breakfast, the group transfers to the train station and boards the high-speed train to Hangzhou.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: After lunch, begin exploring Hangzhou – the capital city of Zhejiang Province, located in the fertile Yangtze River Delta. Hangzhou is renowned for its poetic landscapes, tranquil scenery, and rich cultural heritage, often celebrated as one of the most picturesque ancient cities in eastern China.
Take a boat cruise on the West Lake (Xi Hu) – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China’s most iconic freshwater lakes. The beauty of West Lake is encapsulated in its “Ten Scenes of West Lake”, each marked by a stone tablet inscribed with calligraphy by Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty, such as “Three Pools Mirroring the Moon,” “Spring Dawn at Su Causeway,” and “Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor.”
Visit Yue Fei Temple (Yuewang Temple) – a shrine dedicated to General Yue Fei, a national hero of the Song Dynasty, revered for his loyalty and bravery in defending the country against the Jin invaders.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at a hotel in Hangzhou.
Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, the group visits the Longjing Tea Plantation, where guests can enjoy tasting Hangzhou’s famous Chrysanthemum Tea and learn about the traditional tea culture of the region.
Afterward, depart for Wuzhen Ancient Town.
Noon: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then explore Dongzha (East Scenic Zone) – the newer area of Wuzhen.
Wuzhen Ancient Town is one of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Ancient Water Towns in China, dating back to the 9th century. Visiting Wuzhen feels like stepping back in time hundreds of years, as the town still preserves its ancient charm with traditional Chinese-style architecture, narrow stone alleys, arched bridges, and calm waterways. The scenery resembles a living ink painting – peaceful, poetic, and deeply atmospheric.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at a hotel in Wuzhen.
Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Shanghai – China’s most modern and vibrant metropolis.
Upon arrival, visit:
Knife & Scissors Shop – a local specialty store famous for traditional Chinese craftsmanship.
Oriental Pearl TV Tower (exterior view) – an iconic landmark located by the Huangpu River, opposite The Bund. Guests may purchase tickets to visit the second observation level (263m) for a panoramic view of the city.
Shanghai City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao) – a historical temple dedicated to three deified figures of Shanghai: Huo Guang, Qin Yubo, and Chen Huacheng. The area around the temple is also a bustling market filled with local snacks and souvenirs.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at a hotel in Shanghai.
Morning: After breakfast, visit the Jade Buddha Temple – the most famous Buddhist temple in Shanghai, renowned for its exquisite Song Dynasty-style architecture and two magnificent Jade Buddha statues carved from a single piece of pure jade.
After lunch, transfer to the airport for flight VN523 (15:25 – 19:10) to Ho Chi Minh City, then connect to flight VN148 (21:00 – 22:30) to Da Nang.
End of the tour. Goodbye and see you again!
