China Highlights with a Luxury Countryside Escape
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China Highlights with a Luxury Countryside Escape

Beijing – Gubei Water Town - Shanghai - Hong Kong

7
Days
5
Destinations
Private
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Absolute Asia/China/China Highlights with a Luxury Countryside Escape

Overview

See the best of China on this memorable 6-night trip filled with culture, scenery, and exciting cities. Start in Beijing, where you will explore famous landmarks and discover China’s rich history. Then enjoy a relaxing stay in beautiful Gubei Water Town near the Great Wall, with its charming streets, mountain views, and luxury atmosphere. Continue to Shanghai for its modern skyline and vibrant energy, before ending your journey in dynamic Hong Kong. This itinerary is perfect for travelers looking for a comfortable and well-balanced mix of classic sights and modern experiences.

Route

Beijing – Gubei Water Town - Shanghai - Hong Kong

Travel style

Moderate

Trip Snapshot & Inclusions Standard100% Private & Tailor-Made
Service ModelStrictly private chauffeured air-conditioned vehicle with dedicated English-speaking certified guide throughout.
Pacing & FlexibilityAdaptive itinerary pacing with unhurried daily departures, tailored specifically to your party.
Commercial PurityStrictly zero compulsory tourist shopping stops or commission traps. 100% focused on authentic cultural discovery.
24/7 ConciergeDedicated local country specialist reachable around the clock from arrival through departure.

“I did not tell half of what I saw, for I knew I would not be believed. The magnitude of the cities, the grand waterways, and the arts of the Middle Kingdom defy Western imagination.”

— Marco Polo
Venetian Merchant & Silk Road Chronicler
Source: The Travels of Marco Polo ↗
✓ Verified Geographic & Heritage FactsOfficial records from UNESCO, National Authorities & Geological Surveys
Great Wall of China System
Total length of 21,196 km (13,171 miles) constructed across successive imperial dynasties (UNESCO 1987)
Source: National Cultural Heritage Administration of China ↗
Forbidden City Imperial Complex
720,000 m² palace with 980 surviving buildings, the world’s largest palace complex (UNESCO 1987)
Source: Palace Museum Beijing ↗
Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang
Over 8,000 life-sized Terracotta Warriors and 670 horses guarding the First Emperor (UNESCO 1987)
Source: Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum ↗
Li River Karst Topography
83 km scenic corridor between Guilin and Yangshuo forming the world’s most extensive tropical karst cone landscape
Source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre ↗

Itinerary idea

Trip Highlights

Arrival in Beijing

Beijing Highlights

Beijing to Gubei Water Town

Gubei Water Town & Simatai Great Wall

Travel to Shanghai

Why Choose Absolute Asia

English-speaking guides who live in the country you're visiting

A private travel designer reachable throughout your trip

Hand-selected hotels chosen for character, not chain

Private transfers and drivers for a seamless day-to-day

Interested in this itinerary but want to join a small group instead?

Our small group departures follow a similar route at a lower per-person cost.

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Day by Day

Itinerary

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Beijing

Upon arrival in Beijing, you will be met at the airport and transferred privately to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy free time to relax or explore nearby shopping and dining areas. Overnight in Beijing

Gubeikou china
Gubei Water Town
Xhanghai
Hong Kong
Itinerary

Tailor-Made Journey Guidance

Speak to a Travel Specialist

Every journey is private, tailor-made, and planned around your pace, interests, and preferred style of travel. Connect with a destination specialist to begin designing your itinerary.

Emily Nguyen
Emily NguyenSenior Asia Specialist