China

 21-Day Luxury Itinerary Through China for Two: A Comprehensive Experience of the Country's Culture, History, Nature, and Modernity

Days 1-3: Beijing
Arrival in Beijing:

• Flight to Beijing and private transfer to the hotel.

Accommodation:

• Aman Summer Palace – An exclusive hotel on the edge of the Summer Palace.

Activities:

• Day 1: Relax at the hotel, visit the spa, enjoy afternoon tea.
• Day 2: Private tour of the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven.
• Evening: Dinner at the upscale Jing Yaa Tang, known for its traditional Peking duck.
• Day 3: Excursion to the Great Wall (Mutianyu section), cable car ride, and a private picnic on the wall.
• Evening: Gourmet dinner at TRB Forbidden City with views of historic landmarks.

Days 4-6: Xi’an
Transport:

• First-class high-speed train from Beijing to Xi’an (approx. 5 hours).

Accommodation:

• Sofitel Legend People’s Grand Hotel – A historic luxury hotel with top-notch amenities.

Activities:

• Day 4: Visit Xi’an City Wall (private bike tour) and the Muslim Quarter.
• Evening: Gourmet dinner at Xian Restaurant, specializing in imperial cuisine.
• Day 5: Visit the Terracotta Army with a private archaeologist as guide.
• Evening: Cultural show and dumpling dinner at Tang Dynasty Palace.
• Day 6: Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Shaanxi History Museum.
• Time for a luxurious spa at the hotel.

Days 7-9: Chengdu
Transport:

• First-class flight from Xi’an to Chengdu (approx. 1.5 hours).

Accommodation:

• The Temple House – An elegant boutique hotel in the heart of Chengdu.

Activities:

• Day 7: Visit Chengdu Panda Research Base (private VIP tour).
• Evening: Hotpot dinner at the famous Huangcheng Laoma.
• Day 8: Visit Wuhou Temple and Jinli Ancient Street.
• Evening: Sichuan opera with "Face-Changing" performance.
• Day 9: Day trip to Qingcheng Mountain (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with private guide and tea ceremony.

Days 10-12: Guilin and Yangshuo
Transport:

• First-class flight from Chengdu to Guilin (approx. 1.5 hours).
• Private transfer to Yangshuo.

Accommodation:

• Banyan Tree Yangshuo – A luxury hotel amid the karst landscape.

Activities:

• Day 10: Cruise on the Li River with a private luxury yacht.
• Relaxation at the resort.
• Day 11: Private bike tour through rice terraces and karst mountains.
• Dinner at a traditional farm restaurant.
• Day 12: Cooking class at a local restaurant, followed by a bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River.

Days 13-15: Hangzhou
Transport:

• Flight from Guilin to Hangzhou (approx. 2 hours).

Accommodation:

• Four Seasons Hangzhou at West Lake – A luxurious hotel on the shore of the famous West Lake.

Activities:

• Day 13: Boat ride on West Lake and visit Lingyin Pagoda.
• Evening: Dinner at Jade Restaurant with lake views.
• Day 14: Visit the Tea Museum and a tea plantation in the Longjing area.
• Private tea tasting ritual.
• Day 15: Relaxation and spa at the hotel, stroll through the West Lake gardens.

Days 16-18: Shanghai
Transport:

• First-class train from Hangzhou to Shanghai (approx. 1 hour).

Accommodation:

• The Peninsula Shanghai – An iconic luxury hotel on the Bund with skyline views.

Activities:

• Day 16: Private city tour of the Old Town and Yu Garden.
• Visit the Bund for cocktails at Bar Rouge.
• Day 17: Day trip to Zhujiajiao (water town) with a private guide and boat tour.
• Evening: Dinner at the Michelin-starred restaurant Ultraviolet.
• Day 18: Visit Shanghai Tower and the M50 art district.
• Time for shopping on Nanjing Road.

Days 19-21: Hong Kong
Transport:

• First-class flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong (approx. 2.5 hours).

Accommodation:

• The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong – The highest hotel in the world with stunning views.

Activities:

• Day 19: City tour (Victoria Peak, Star Ferry, Central).
• Evening: Gourmet dinner at Tin Lung Heen (2 Michelin stars).
• Day 20: Trip to Lantau Island (visit Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery).
• Evening: Cocktails at the Ozone Bar (the highest bar in the world).
• Day 21: Shopping in Kowloon and relaxation at the hotel spa.
• Evening: Farewell dinner at Caprice (3 Michelin stars).

End of Trip
On the last day, private transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Trip Highlights:

• Luxurious accommodations in the best hotels in China.
• Private tours and VIP access to top attractions.
• High-speed trains and first-class flights.
• Exclusive culinary experiences with Michelin-starred restaurants and local specialties.

This itinerary combines China's culture, history, and nature with maximum comfort and luxury.