Depart London Heathrow on scheduled Air China overnight flight to Beijing.

On arrival transfer to the 4 star Tian'tan Hotel in Beijing for a three night stay. The rest of the day is at your leisure. (D)

Take a full day guided visit to the awesome Mutiannyun section of the Great Wall including a one way cable car ride to the summit. Enjoy the stunning views as this seemingly endless piece of history winds its way into the far distance. (B,L)

Take a full day excursion to explore the incredible Forbidden City, with its grand palaces, courtyards and gardens and a tour of Tiananmen Square. Visit the beautiful Summer Palace where one can discover gardens, palaces, pavilions, temples and halls in a tranquil, landscaped area. Included evening Peking Duck dinner at a local restaurant. (B,L,D)

Morning free. Afternoon flight to Xi’an. Transfer to the 4 star Jianguo Garden Hotel for a two night stay visiting the City Wall en-route. (B,D)

Full day guided visit to the impressive Terracotta Museum, where life-sized infantrymen guard the tomb of the first Qin emperor. Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Grand Mosque. (B,L)

Today fly to Guilin and the Park or Bravo Hotel for a one-night stay. (B,D)

Delightful Li River Cruise with its peaceful serenity and jagged limestone peaks. Free time in charming Yangshuo. Evening flight to Chengdu and transfer to the Minshan Hotel for a two-night stay. (B,L)

Tour of Chengdu and visit to the Panda Breeding Centre to see China’s most famous residents and Jinli Cultural Street. Evening Sichuan farewell meal. (B,L,D)

Transfer to Chengdu Airport for flight to London Heathrow via Beijing arriving later the same day. (B) Alternatively extend your stay - please call for details.