10-Day China Itinerary: Explore the Best of China in Two Weeks

• Morning: Arrive in Beijing Capital International Airport and check into your hotel.
• Afternoon: Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square and The Forbidden City, which was the imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty.
• Evening: Stroll through Wangfujing Street, a bustling area famous for its street food and shopping.

Day 2: Beijing’s Historical Sites

• Morning: Explore the Temple of Heaven, an ancient temple complex where emperors prayed for good harvests.
• Afternoon: Head to the Summer Palace, a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens, and palaces.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Peking Duck dinner at a renowned restaurant.

Day 3: Great Wall of China

• Morning: Take a day trip to the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu or Badaling. These sections are well-preserved and offer stunning views.
• Afternoon: Continue exploring the Great Wall and visit the Jinshanling section if time allows.
• Evening: Return to Beijing and relax at your hotel.

Day 4: Travel to Xi’an

• Morning: Take a high-speed train or flight to Xi’an, the ancient capital of China.
• Afternoon: Check into your hotel and start your visit with the Xi’an City Wall, one of the best-preserved city walls in China.
• Evening: Explore the Muslim Quarter and try local delicacies.

Day 5: Terracotta Warriors and Ancient City

• Morning: Visit the Terracotta Army, an incredible archaeological site featuring thousands of life-sized clay soldiers.
• Afternoon: Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and explore the surrounding areas.
• Evening: Enjoy a Tang Dynasty show and dinner.

Day 6: Travel to Chengdu

• Morning: Take a high-speed train or flight to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province.
• Afternoon: Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to see pandas up close.
• Evening: Sample Sichuan cuisine, known for its bold flavors and spice.

Day 7: Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei

• Morning: Take a day trip to see the Leshan Giant Buddha, the largest stone Buddha statue in the world.
• Afternoon: Continue to Mount Emei, one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China.
• Evening: Return to Chengdu and relax.

Day 8: Travel to Guilin

• Morning: Fly to Guilin, known for its stunning karst landscapes.
• Afternoon: Explore the Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill.
• Evening: Enjoy a river cruise on the Li River, renowned for its picturesque scenery.

Day 9: Yangshuo and Countryside

• Morning: Take a trip to Yangshuo, a charming town surrounded by dramatic limestone hills.
• Afternoon: Explore the countryside by bike or take a bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River.
• Evening: Return to Guilin and prepare for departure.

Day 10: Departure

• Morning: Fly back to Beijing or your departure city.
• Afternoon: Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Evening: Depart from China.