China & Tibet: Great Wall, Lhasa & Terracotta Warriors

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour and join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Explore one of the world's largest public squares and the symbolic centre of Chinese power. Framed by the Gate of Heavenly Peace with its Mao portrait, Mao's Mausoleum, the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum, and with elaborate flag raising and lowering ceremonies at dawn and dusk, it's a place of pilgrimage for the Chinese tourists who consider it the heart of their nation.

Enjoy a lunch of one of Beijing's most iconic dishes, peking duck! Known for its crispy skin and tender meat roasted with fruitwood, it will be served with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce, scallions, cucumber, and more!

Take a walking tour through some of Beijing's traditional alleyways and backstreets (known as hutongs) and get a taste of this magnificent metropolis.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Check out the iconic Forbidden City in the heart of Beijing. For 500 years the palace was only accessible to the emperors’ attendants and officials by invitation only. Visit sights and wander through the Three Great Halls or stand in the shade of the cypress trees in the Imperial Garden.

Climb the rolling hills of Huairou County at Mutianyu, one of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall. Enjoy scenic views as the wall winds along mountain ridges, and take brag-worthy photos of the wall from any of the 22 towers. The Great wall is an incredible piece of engineering stretching 6000 km west from the mountain ridges north of Beijing. It was originally constructed to protect Chinese empires from nomadic northern tribes, and even though it failed in this purpose, it's still one of the country's most remarkable achievements and an iconic destination. The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is located about 80km away from the Beijing City Center. The walk is approximately 5 kilometres and will take 2 to 3 hours depending on your level of fitness.

Step inside a family-run village distillery where centuries-old winemaking traditions are still practiced today. Discover the journey from whole grains to handcrafted mountain wine as you explore the fermentation workshop, witness traditional distillation techniques, visit the historic wine cellar, and finish with a tasting of authentic local wines.

Meet a local artist and discover the ancient art of Chinese plant dyeing in his community-based workshop. Learn how natural dyes are created from local plant materials, design and hand-dye your own textile using traditional tie-dye techniques, and gain insight into a centuries-old craft that supports both cultural heritage and sustainable local livelihoods.

Meet a local artist and discover the ancient art of Chinese plant dyeing in his community-based workshop. Learn how natural dyes are created from local plant materials, design and hand-dye your own textile using traditional tie-dye techniques, and gain insight into a centuries-old craft that supports both cultural heritage and sustainable local livelihoods.

Sit back and relax on your speedy journey from Beijing to Xi'an.

Visit the site of the Terracotta Warriors, an archaeological treasure where approximately 8,000 soldiers and hundreds of horses stand on guard in three excavated pits in an on-site museum. Learn how the underground warriors were discovered (by accident) in 1974, and why Emperor Qin Shihuang commissioned the statues to serve as his army in the afterlife.

Xian City Wall is the most complete city wall that has survived in China, as well being one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world. Along the moat is a beautiful park. You could either walk on the wall or rent a bike and cycle around, traffic free! The wall was first built in 1370. In rectangular shape the whole length is 13.7 Km.

Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.

Join your CEO for a guided visit to Tibet's most sacred temple, where centuries of history, culture, and devotion come to life. Explore the magnificent Jokhang Temple, admire its unique blend of architectural styles, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Barkhor Street as pilgrims circle this revered spiritual landmark.

Visit the Sera Monastery and witness the monks engaged in lively debate, a philosophical practice they have held for hundreds of years.

Enjoy a tour of Potala Palace, a magnificent structure and true architectural wonder built in the 1600s and steeped in history. This is where the Dalai Lamas would meditate, handle affairs of state, and eventually where their burial stupas remain. Check out the golden statues, three dimensional mandalas, ancient scriptures, and the devoted pilgrims who circle the palace day and night. This is truly a remarkable place.

Personalize your day with one of two immersive Tibetan experiences. Try your hand at traditional Thangka painting, learning the intricate techniques behind Tibet's iconic sacred art under the guidance of local artists, or join a Tibetan cooking class, shopping for fresh ingredients at a local market before preparing classic dishes, including handmade yak and vegetarian momos. Whichever experience you choose, everyone comes together to enjoy a delicious homemade Tibetan dinner.

Personalize your day with one of two immersive Tibetan experiences. Try your hand at traditional Thangka painting, learning the intricate techniques behind Tibet's iconic sacred art under the guidance of local artists, or join a Tibetan cooking class, shopping for fresh ingredients at a local market before preparing classic dishes, including handmade yak and vegetarian momos. Whichever experience you choose, everyone comes together to enjoy a delicious homemade Tibetan dinner.

Journey to the spectacular Ganden Monastery, the oldest monastery of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, dramatically perched high above the Lhasa Valley. Explore this remarkable mountaintop complex before taking a short walk along the monastery's scenic kora trail to a peaceful picnic spot, where you'll enjoy lunch surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan views.

Enjoy free time to explore Lhasa at your own pace.

Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.

Built in 1911, the People's Park was the first public park in Chengdu. It's the largest green area in downtown. The park features an artificial lake, gardens, teahouses, and is a popular place for locals to enjoy the outdoors.

Visit the Dujiangyan Panda Base, a leading conservation and research center dedicated to protecting China's iconic giant pandas. Set within a sprawling bamboo forest, you'll observe pandas in a naturalistic environment while learning about the pioneering breeding, rehabilitation, and reintroduction programs helping secure the species' future.

Ride the cable car to Ciyun Pavilion before enjoying a scenic walk through the tranquil mountain landscape to Laojun Pavilion. Take in the peaceful surroundings and panoramic views before returning to Ciyun Pavilion for the cable car ride back down.

Ride the cable car to Ciyun Pavilion before enjoying a scenic walk through the tranquil mountain landscape to Laojun Pavilion. Take in the peaceful surroundings and panoramic views before returning to Ciyun Pavilion for the cable car ride back down.

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.