12 days / 10 nightsA 12-day journey through Chengdu, Xi’an, Beijing and Shanghai, from the home of the giant panda and China’s ancient imperial capitals to its modern metropolises. Guaranteed departure from 2 guests, small groups of up to 16 travellers, Spanish-speaking service, selected 4- and 5-star hotels, transport, sightseeing and main meals included.
Departure
Madrid
Arrival
Chengdu
Language
Language
English/Spanish
Activities
Activities
🏺 Terracotta Warrior Workshop 🎭 Peking Opera Mask-Painting Workshop
Accommodation
Accommodation
4- and 5-star hotels · Spacious rooms (25+ m²)
Meals
Meals
10 Breakfasts · 10 Lunches · 2 Special dinners
Worry-free travel: international and domestic transport, hotels, visits, breakfasts, lunches and guide services included.
Guaranteed departure from 2 travellers: small groups with a maximum of 16 guests.
Four iconic Chinese cities: Chengdu, Xi’an, Beijing and Shanghai in one unforgettable journey.
Spanish-speaking local guides: professional guides in each city to enrich your cultural experience.
Local Spanish support from China: assistance from our China-based Spanish-speaking team throughout the journey.
Selected hotels in convenient locations: 4- and 5-star hotels with spacious rooms and easy access to shops and services.
First-class high-speed trains: more comfort and space on all three high-speed rail journeys.
Meals included: daily breakfasts, scheduled lunches, a Chengdu welcome dinner and a Peking duck dinner.
Transfer to Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport to take the direct international flight operated by Sichuan Airlines to Chengdu, beginning your journey through China. Reference flight: 3U3804, departing Madrid at 11:05 and arriving at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 05:00 the following day. Approximate flight duration: 11 hours and 55 minutes. Overnight on board
Arrival at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport early in the morning. Welcome by a Spanish-speaking guide and transfer to the hotel, where early check-in and breakfast will be provided. Time to rest and recover from jet lag. Lunch included. In the afternoon, visit People’s Park to enjoy tea in a traditional teahouse and experience Chengdu’s relaxed lifestyle. Continue with a walk through Kuanzhai Alley, Tianfu Square, Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li, from traditional neighbourhoods to modern Chengdu. In the evening, enjoy a special welcome dinner and receive a small gift.
After breakfast, departure around 08:00 to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you can observe giant pandas and red pandas up close and learn about conservation, breeding and research programmes. Continue by road to Leshan. After lunch, visit the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a boat ride to admire the complete view of the Buddha carved into the mountain and the confluence of the three rivers. Return to Chengdu and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at leisure to discover local cuisine.
Breakfast and hotel check-out. Transfer with a Spanish-speaking guide to Chengdu East Railway Station to take the first-class high-speed train to Xi’an. Approximate journey time: 3.5–4 hours. First-class seating provides more space and comfort during the journey. Upon arrival, lunch followed by a visit to the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, associated with the monk Xuanzang and Tang Dynasty Buddhism. Continue to the ancient Xi’an City Wall, one of the best-preserved city walls in China, to discover the historical structure of this thirteen-dynasty capital. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner at leisure to enjoy Xi’an’s local cuisine.
After breakfast, visit the world-famous Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s Mausoleum Museum. Explore the impressive Terracotta Warriors pits and admire the figures, horses and military formations dating back more than 2,000 years. With explanations from the Spanish-speaking guide, discover the history of the Qin Empire, the discovery of the site and the unique techniques used to create the figures. A terracotta warrior modelling workshop will also be arranged inside the site, allowing each participant to create their own piece and experience this traditional craftsmanship. Lunch included. Return to Xi’an and the hotel after the visit. Dinner at leisure.
Breakfast and hotel check-out. Transfer to Xi’an North Railway Station to take the first-class high-speed train to Beijing. Approximate journey time: 4.5–5 hours. Upon arrival, welcome by the Spanish-speaking guide and lunch. In the afternoon, walk through Beijing’s traditional hutongs to discover its narrow lanes and courtyard house culture. Enjoy a Peking Opera mask-painting workshop to learn about the meaning behind different colours and designs. In the evening, enjoy a special Peking duck dinner and transfer to the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Tiananmen Square to admire Beijing’s grand urban axis. Continue to the Palace Museum, the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the imperial palace complex of the Ming and Qing dynasties to discover China’s court culture, architecture and history. After lunch, climb Jingshan Park for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City and Beijing’s historic axis. Continue to the Temple of Heaven Park, including the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, to learn about imperial rituals of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Return to the hotel. Dinner at leisure.
After breakfast, depart for the outskirts of Beijing to visit the Mutianyu or Badaling section of the Great Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along this ancient fortification winding through the mountains, with its watchtowers, well-preserved walls and spectacular landscapes. After lunch, return to the city and visit the Summer Palace, one of China’s most outstanding imperial gardens. Stroll along Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor and the classical buildings to discover the art of Chinese imperial gardens. Return to the hotel. Dinner at leisure
Breakfast and hotel check-out. Transfer to Beijing South Railway Station to take the first-class high-speed train to Shanghai. Whenever possible, a fast service of approximately 4.5–5 hours will be arranged. Upon arrival, welcome by the Spanish-speaking guide and lunch. In the afternoon, walk along the famous Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and visit the Bund, where you can admire the historic buildings along the Huangpu River and the modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui on the opposite bank. Enjoy the illuminated city skyline at dusk and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at leisure.
After breakfast, excursion to Zhujiajiao Water Town on the outskirts of Shanghai. Walk among ancient bridges, canals and traditional streets to experience the atmosphere of Jiangnan’s water towns. After lunch, return to central Shanghai and visit Yu Garden and the City God Temple historical area, with its classical architecture and lively commercial streets. At sunset, ascend the Shanghai Tower observation deck to enjoy panoramic views of the Huangpu River, the Bund and the spectacular Lujiazui skyline. Return to the hotel. Dinner at leisure to discover Shanghai’s local cuisine.
Breakfast and free morning to stroll, shop or purchase souvenirs in Shanghai. After lunch, return to the hotel and meet the group. Transfer to the airport accompanied by the Spanish-speaking guide to take the connecting Shanghai–Chengdu–Madrid flight. The domestic Shanghai–Chengdu flight takes approximately 3 hours. Upon arrival at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, transfer directly for the international night flight to Madrid according to the combined ticket arrangement. The final domestic flight schedule depends on the confirmed connection.
Early morning departure on the direct international Sichuan Airlines flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Madrid. Reference flight: 3U3803, departing Chengdu at 01:30 and arriving at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport at 07:40 local time. Approximate flight duration: 12 hours and 10 minutes. Arrival in Madrid and end of this cultural discovery journey through China.
Round-trip international flights Madrid–Chengdu in economy class.
High-speed train journeys in first class and domestic flights indicated in the itinerary, including the connecting flight Shanghai–Chengdu
Airport and train station transfers, as well as local transportation services specified in the itinerary.
Accommodation in selected 4- and 5-star hotels, based on two people sharing a double room.
Early hotel check-in and breakfast on the arrival day in Chengdu, allowing guests to rest properly after a long-haul flight
Daily hotel breakfasts and lunches indicated in the itinerary.
Welcome dinner in Chengdu and Peking duck dinner in Beijing
General admission tickets to the attractions indicated in the itinerary
Local Spanish-speaking guide service in each city.
Online travel assistance throughout the journey provided by our Spanish-speaking team based in China.
China travel accident insurance with coverage of RMB 1,000,000 per person. The scope of coverage, compensation conditions and exclusions are subject to the insurance policy.
Necessary organisation and coordination services for the smooth operation of the itinerary and domestic transport connections in China
Dinners other than the Chengdu welcome dinner and the Peking duck dinner in Beijing, as well as drinks and additional consumptions during meals.
Single room supplement
Passport and visa: Passport and personal document fees are not included. Spanish passport holders may currently enter China visa-free for up to 30 days. Future regulations apply; visa costs, if required, are at the traveller’s expense.
Tips for guides and drivers. Tips are not mandatory and may be given voluntarily according to the quality of service and each traveller’s personal preference.
Medical expenses, rescue costs or any other expenses exceeding the coverage or compensation limits of the travel insurance.
Additional baggage fees beyond the airline allowance, as well as cancellation, modification or class upgrade fees resulting from personal reasons.
Personal hotel expenses, such as minibar, pay TV, telephone, laundry or room service. The free self-service laundry service specifically indicated in the itinerary is excluded
Personal shopping, communications, entertainment and any other private expenses
Transportation, entrance tickets, meals and other personal expenses incurred during free time
Costs related to scheduled services that travellers choose not to use for personal reasons, as well as any additional transport or assistance expenses that may arise as a result.
Additional expenses caused by force majeure, public transport delays or cancellations, government decisions or personal reasons.
Any other item not expressly indicated in the section “The price includes”
Departure and group size
Guaranteed departure from 2 travellers, with a maximum of 16 participants. The price is per person based on two people sharing a double room; single occupancy requires a supplement.
International flights
Round-trip flights between Madrid and Chengdu with Sichuan Airlines. The return journey will be Shanghai–Chengdu–Madrid, normally issued as a connecting ticket. Flight schedules, connections and baggage procedures are subject to the airline’s final arrangements. In case of exceptional changes, we will inform travellers and confirm the proposed alternative.
Domestic transportation
The programme includes high-speed trains and domestic flights in China. The three train journeys will be arranged in first class whenever possible; final schedules and seats depend on ticket availability at the time of booking.
Hotels
Selected 4- and 5-star hotels with spacious rooms (minimum 25 m² whenever possible), convenient locations and free self-service laundry facilities. If necessary, hotels may be replaced by properties of a similar category and standard.
Meals
Includes breakfasts, scheduled lunches, a welcome dinner in Chengdu and a Peking duck dinner in Beijing. Other dinners and personal expenses are not included. Special dietary requirements must be communicated at the time of booking.
Spanish-speaking services
Local Spanish-speaking guides in each city, plus online assistance throughout the journey from our China-based Spanish-speaking team via WhatsApp or WeChat.
Visits and reservations
Some attractions require advance reservations and have limited daily capacity. If a visit cannot be carried out due to circumstances beyond our control, a similar alternative will be provided without additional refund.
Health and mobility
The itinerary includes walking, stairs and transfers in airports and train stations. Each traveller should assess whether the programme is suitable according to their physical condition. Any special assistance requirements must be communicated before booking.
Insurance and children
Includes China travel accident insurance with coverage of RMB 1,000,000 per person. Travellers aged 12 or above pay the adult price; children under 12 will be quoted separately according to age, accommodation and airfare.
Changes and cancellations
Flights, train tickets, hotels and tickets requiring personal registration may be subject to cancellation or modification fees. The applicable conditions will be governed by the booking contract, supplier policies and relevant regulations
