Suitable for: Travel abroad
Period: 12.09.2025-26.09.2025
13 nights | 16 days
Group 12 people | Places left 12
Embark on an unforgettable journey to distant China, where history embraces modern innovations! We invite you to an extraordinary adventure, starting from Beijing with its exquisite imperial palaces and the iconic Great Wall of China, passing through the picturesque pastoral landscapes of Guilin, the majestic and breathtaking views of the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, and reaching the enigmatic and glamorous Shanghai. If you're ready to venture into the world of "Avatar," eager to challenge yourself by crossing the longest glass bridge in the world, traversing one of the most scenic via ferrates, climbing 999 steps for a bird's eye view of the world, and many other adventures, then come along with us!
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6,500 лв.
Group meeting on 12.09.2025 at 13:00 at Sofia Airport. Transfer flight to Dubai, where we will have nearly 6 hours for quick sightseeing. Flight to Beijing, China.
Landing in Beijing in the afternoon. At the airport we will be met by our friend and local guide who will accompany us to the hotel. The rest of the day is free program - time to rest and get used to the time difference. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Meet the group in the hotel lobby at the appointed time. This will be an exciting day as we explore the well-known wonders of the world. First stop is Temple of Heaven, the largest structure for sacrifices to heaven and a place where emperors prayed for a year of abundance. On our visit to the Temple of Heaven, we will be introduced to the exquisite ancient Chinese architecture. We will also see local elderly people full of energy doing their morning gymnastics in the square. We will have the opportunity to observe Chinese Kung Fu, Tai Chi, square dancing, card playing, chess and more. Then we will enjoy a tour with Beijing hutong (motor rickshaw) and we will visit local families. At noon, we will visit a local restaurant to taste authentic Chinese cuisine and sample their a la carte menu. We continue this tour of Beijing's treasures with a visit to the square Tienanmen - the largest square in the centre of the world, the site of many important political and historical events. Just walking distance from the square is The Forbidden City - the largest and most complete ancient wooden structure in the world. For more than 2 hours we will explore the glorious palaces and gardens of the Forbidden City, learn the legendary history of the emperors and how the royal family lived there. You will be stunned by the many treasures of ancient art displayed in the halls. At the end of the day, we will head to the best panoramic view of the Forbidden City. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5* Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Visit the Temple of Heaven,hutong tour, along the square,Tienanmenwalk through the forbidden city and the Jingshan park,and other.
On this day we leave early in the morning to get to the Great Chinese Wall, one of the famous sections of the Great Wall. It takes about 2 hours to travel from the centre of Beijing to the Great Wall of Mutianyu. The Mutianyu Great Wall was first built in the mid-6th century during the reign of the Northern Qi, making it older than the Badaling section. We will climb the Cable Railway and we'll sled down the Great Wall. An a la carte lunch will be arranged at a restaurant at the foot of Mutyanyu. Then we depart for Sаcred Way, with access to the tombs of Min being along a shady 7-kilometer road. Its beginning is marked by a marble arch 27 metres long and 15 metres high, similar to the triumphal arches of Europe. In the evening we return to the centre of Beijing and visit the Olympic Park, after which we will make pictures in front of The Bird's Nest and The Water Cubewhich are the famous venues built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. After the tour we return to the hotel to enjoy our free night. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5* Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Climbing the Great Wall of Mutianyu with gondola up and bobsled down, walk on the the right path and the Olympic Green Park, visit the the water cube outside, and the Bird's nest, and others.
Train №:G57 (14:05/18:30)
In the morning we leave the hotel and before heading to Xi'an we go for a walk in the Summer Palace to Beijing. It is the largest, best-preserved imperial garden in China. Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake are considered the most representative parts of the Summer Palace. In the park, you can take a boat ride on the lake, enjoying the beautiful view of the royal garden. There, we will walk along the longest corridor in the world while admiring the art of paintings on the corridor's beams. An a la carte lunch is arranged at a local restaurant en route to Beijing West Railway Station where we will board a high-speed train (1st class, duration: approximately 5 hours) from Beijing to Xi'an where we will meet our local guide who will accompany us to the hotel to check in. Free time to rest for the rest of the day. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel:: 5* Somerset Xindicheng Xi’an
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Visit the summer palace and boat trip, transfer by a high-speed train to Xi'an, and others.
On this day we will explore the historical and cultural city of Xi'an. Our first stop is The Terracotta Warriors. There we will have enough time to see one of the most important archaeological finds in the world, soldiers, horses and carts lined up in battle formation. An a la carte lunch is organized at a local restaurant near the Terracotta Warriors. We will then head into the centre to visit the The Great Wild Goose Pagoda, located on the north square, where we will enjoy the magnificent and impressive musical show of the fountains on the square, if we can catch them. Then we will visit Datang Everbright City, a tourist attraction in Xi'an, the main street with the characteristics of the Tang Dynasty (618-907). The scenic spot is divided into eight main areas, each with its own unique landmarks and landscape style. We will be able to learn about the majestic culture and history of the Tang Dynasty through various static and dynamic exhibitions, cultural performances and historical shows. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5* Somerset Xindicheng Xi’an
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: A visit to the museum of the Qing Terracotta Army, and the big pagoda of the northern wild goose , walk along the square of Sian, and others.
Flight No.:3U3271 (14:35/16:05)
After breakfast at the hotel we will visit the city wall of Xi'an and walk along the Bell Tower Square. And before we fly to Zhangjiajie, we will go to the famous Muslim Quarter where we will be able to stroll through the local shops and taste various local delicacies. After lunch we board our van and head to the airport for our flight to Zhangjiajie where we will be met by our friend and local guide who will accompany us to our hotel.
Hotel: 5* Z Plus Mountain Resort Inn
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Visit the wall of the ancient city, the Bell Tower, and Muslim Street. Flight to Zhangjiajie, and more.
At exactly 9:00 we will head to the scenic area Wulingyuanwhere we will take a walk and enjoy the amazing views. There we will take the Bailong elevator, the world's highest and heaviest open-air elevator to the Yuanjiajie area, as stunning views unfold before us. The view from Yuanjiajie is exactly the same as the one we see from the movie Avatar. Standing on the Yuanjiajie viewing platform, one can see the thousands of peaks that look like countless brave men in different poses. The rock pillars with green trees just look like handmade generals. We will enjoy a two-hour exploratory walk there, then have lunch at a local restaurant along the way. After lunch we will board a bus from Yuanjiajie to the Tianzi mountain area and we will spend the whole afternoon in this amazing area. There is a famous saying that once you see the Tianzi Mountains, you will have no desire to visit other mountains. The landscape here changes throughout the seasons and also within a day. The clouds and mist in Tianzi Mountain enjoy a high reputation throughout the country, especially just after a rain, which adds great charm to the mountain. Then we board a narrow-gauge railway to visit the The Ten Mile Gallery. Along the 5 km long road we will see unique stone formations. At the end of the day we will head back to the hotel to indulge in a well deserved rest. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5* Z Plus Mountain Resort Inn
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Hike in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and climb the Tianzi Mountain by open-air Bailong lift,visit the nature gallery "Tenth Mile" , and other.
This day we will walk through the Grand Canyon of Zhangjiajie, as well as cross the Glass Bridge. The Grand Canyon of Zhangjiajie abounds with waterfalls, clear streams, steep cliffs and dense forests. It is also home to the world's longest and highest glass bridge. And for those who have a fear of heights, you will have to face your fears because we will cross one of the highest via ferratas in the world. We will then take a ride on a cable car and enjoy a hike up the Grand Canyon to see the magnificent view that unfolds before us. And to get out of the canyon we will have to cross by boat. Then we head to the city center to visit Tianmenshan Mountain, which is the highest mountain in Zhangjiajie. From there, we take the cable car which takes 40 minutes and is the longest cable car in Asia. While we sit in the cable car, we will enjoy a magnificent 360 grad view. At the top, we will walk on a floating glass board and you will experience the unique feeling as if you are walking in the clouds. The last adventure point of the day is Tianmen Cave, which we will reach by passing through Tongtian Alley, which has 99 turns symbolizing that Heaven has nine palaces. It deserves its title - a wonder of the highway in the world. Tianmen Cave is a natural karst cave penetrating the mountain, with the highest altitude in the world. It is actually a large hole in the mountain, but people call it a cave and it has become a major attraction. Before reaching the cave, we have to overcome 999 steps which are just challenging to reach the cave. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5* Z Plus Mountain Resort Inn
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Walk on the glass bridge of the Grand Canyon in Zhangjiajie, cross the Via ferrata and cable car up the mountain Tianmen and passage along the glass walkway towering over the cliffs, and others.
Train No.:D3967 (07:17/14:21)
The day will begin as we head to the Guilin by high-speed train (seat in 1st class and duration 7 hours). After checking into the hotel we will head to the city centre for a disembarkation tour to the park Elephant Trunk Hillwhich is the emblem of Guilin. The whole hill looks just like a huge elephant stretching its trunk and drinking water from the Li River. Then we will walk along BingjiangRoad and to the tower Xiaoyao, which is named after the book "Escape" by Zhuangzi. While at the tower, we will enjoy a bird's eye view of the Li River and downtown Guilin. When it gets dark we will visit The Golden and Silver Twin Pagodas, they are known as the world's first copper pagodas. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5* Sheraton Guilin Hotel
Food: Breakfast
Activities: Train to Guilin, walk to the elephant hill and the twin pagodas, a walk along the west-east promenade, and more.
After breakfast, we will head along the Lonji Mountain Road to Ping An Village where all the roads and paths are made of stones. During the journey, we will admire breathtaking views. Lunch will be at a local restaurant in Ping An village where we will taste typical local dishes such as bamboo rice, Chinese bacon and bamboo shoots. In the village, we will have the opportunity to learn how to make butter tea with the local people. The experience will continue in Longjiquan village. Along the way, we will enjoy the endless terraced field and the magnificent mountain view. After the tour, we will head back to Gill town where we have prepared a night cruise for those of you who wish to visit the four lakes. Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: 5 * Sheraton Guilin Hotel
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Rice terraces tour, hang out with locals and more.
In the morning, we will be driven to Zhujiang Pier for a cruise on the Li River (about 5 hours from Guilin to Yangshuo). We will see the fabulous landscapes as we sail along the meanders of the river to Yangshuo. The 83-kilometer waterway from Guilin to Yangshuo is the masterpiece of the Li River, decorated with hills, steep cliffs, fantastic caves, casual boats and stacked bamboos that are like a melodious symphony. A buffet lunch will be served during the cruise. After disembarking the ship, we will stroll along the famous West Street and enjoy free time there. Then we will have a special experience, bamboo rafting on the Yulun River, which is called the most beautiful river in Yangshuo. After the transfer tour, we drive back to our hotel in Guilin for overnight.
Hotel: 5* Sheraton Guilin Hotel
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Li River cruise, Yangshuo West Street walk, Bamboo rafting on the Yulong River, and more.
Flight №:FM9350 (15:45/17:50)
After breakfast, we will visit the Reed Flute Cave, which is a famous scenic spot offering a magical fairyland of stalactites and stalagmites with fantastic shapes and colors. After lunch at a local restaurant, we transfer to the airport for our flight to Shanghai.
Hotel: 5* Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Visit the Reed Flute Cave and fly to Shanghai.
An inspiring day to explore Shanghai, the largest and most modern city in mainland China. We will start the tour with a walk in Nong Tang, the alleys in Shikumen, where we will see the peaceful and ordinary life of the locals. We will also discover the unique architectural feature of Shanghai. The tour will continue to Yuyuan Garden, which is the classic Chinese garden in the city center. And for those of you who love to shop, don't worry because we have thought of you too! Nearby is the Yuyuan Market, which you'll be able to browse leisurely before lunch. After this walk, we will sit down at a local restaurant and eat from the a la carte lunch menu before continuing our journey to the foot of The Oriental Pearl TV Tower to visit the Shanghai City History Museum (formerly the Shanghai Wax Museum). There we will learn more about the history and development of Shanghai. Then we will take an elevator up to the second orb of the TV Tower, where we will get a bird's eye view of Shanghai. We continue to travel through Luzhiazui, Shanghai's financial and commercial district in Pudong, where we will face many skyscrapers. We will enjoy a view of Shanghai's modern architecture. Then we'll return to the Bund, where the view says it all!
Hotel: 5* Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Food: Breakfast and Lunch
Activities: Walk in Yuyuan Garden, Shikumen Lane, Old Town, climb the Oriental Pearl TV Tower (2-sphere), visit the Shanghai History Museum , and more.
After breakfast and check out the hotel, but we will leave our luggage there until the evening. The program is free and we have the whole day at our disposal before heading to the airport. At 16:30 we gather in the hotel lobby to pick up our luggage and head to the airport for our transfer flight to Dubai where we will again have time for a short walk and flight back to Sofia.
The group lands at Sofia Airport and the adventure is over, but the memories remain!
Two internal flights from Xi'an to Zhangjiajie and from Guilin to Shanghai, including airport taxes and fuel surcharges, based on economy class. The allowable baggage size limit is 20x40x55 cm. Please note that taxes and fuel surcharges are subject to change at any time. All airline tickets are electronic, and you only need to present your passports during airport check-in. Baggage allowance is 20 kg per person for passengers holding economy class tickets.
Two first-class train tickets from Beijing to Xi'an and from Zhangjiajie to Guilin. Please note that all meals on the train are not included in our offer and are at your own expense. Tickets must be kept as they will be checked upon departure from the station.
Transfer: We have private transfers available, between airports, train stations, hotels and all attractions. All private transfers will be charged extra or at your own expense.
The hotel accommodation is based on two adults sharing a standard room with two single beds or one double bed. Please note that the choice of specific accommodation type is subject to availability and subject to confirmation. Check-in time at hotels is around 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to room availability and may incur an additional charge.
Food: Breakfast is served at the hotel. Most hotels serve a buffet breakfast with mixed Chinese and Western food.
Some hotels can only provide Chinese breakfast. Lunch is a Chinese lunch served in local restaurants where a menu can be negotiated. A non-alcoholic beverage is included as a compliment with lunch. For any special meal request, such as Indian food, vegetarian food, Hala food or Western food, or any special requirements related to eating in China, please inform us in advance. We will try to arrange it based on your request, additional charges may apply.
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Guide service: For the peace of mind of all Mysties, we have taken care to provide two Bulgarian guides, Yoan and Eli as well as local English-speaking guides at each destination who will be with you everywhere.
Sightseeing and entrance fees: Includes entrance fees for the places indicated in the program.
Mysty Travel reserves the right to change the sequence of organised activities and sightseeing visits depending on local circumstances. Final arrangements will be determined by local guides depending on the feasibility of the activities.
Mysty Travel will adhere to the original itinerary as closely as possible. There will be no refunds for unused tours and services.
Flight tickets Sofia-Beijing and Shanghai-Sofia. Please be sure to check the policies of the various airlines carefully. The Misty Travel team will travel on flights:
Sofia - Dubai | ЕК2229
Dubai - Beijing | EK306
Shanghai Pu Dong - Dubai | ЕК303
Dubai - Sofia | EK2228
Total ticket prices range around 750 €/personand we offer assistance with their purchase for an additional fee of BGN 10 per person.
Fee for issuing or renewing a Chinese visa is required of all foreign passengers travelling to China. Please make sure you have a valid Chinese visa before departure. The Misty team, along with Bulgarian-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry will assist with a visa invitation. The Chinese visa application costs about 60 usd/person.
Extra baggage fees, anything outside these parameters is considered extra baggage: adults and children are entitled to free checked baggage in economy class 20 kg, business class 30 kg and first class 40 kg. The baggage size limit is 40x60x100cm. За ръчен Baggage: each Economy Class passenger is entitled to one 5 kg item; First Class passengers are entitled to 2 separate 5 kg items each. The baggage size limit is 20x40x55 cm.
Tips for local guides, escorts, drivers, greeters, etc. Bakshishis are not compulsory, but are now widely accepted in many countries and are given as a sign of a job well done and in recognition of good service.
Personal expences, such as extra baggage fees, Sim Cards, meals beyond what is stated, extra activities, dinner, etc., are at your own expense.
Insurance against travel accidents abroad. We recommend that all travellers take out comprehensive travel accident insurance before leaving Bulgaria. You can take out this insurance with our partners at CrediPort.
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