This 15-Day Grand China & Tibet Signature Journey is the ultimate bucket-list expedition. Designed for travelers who want to see the “Roof of the World” alongside China’s most iconic wonders, this small-group program (limited to 22 guests) offers unparalleled depth, from the spiritual heights of Lhasa to the mystical “Sea of Clouds” in Huangshan.

15-Day Signature Odyssey: Beijing, Tibet, Pandas & Yellow Mountain

High Altitude, High Luxury: A Small Group Journey Through China’s Most Enchanting Realms.

Embark on a life-changing 15-day (14-night) voyage across the diverse landscapes of China. Stand atop the Great Wall, breathe the thin air of Lhasa, meet the Giant Pandas of Chengdu, and witness the sunrise over the granite peaks of Huangshan. This curated small-group experience blends First Class comfort with deep cultural immersion, including 34 meals and seamless internal flights.

🏮 The Signature Advantage

• Intimate Exclusivity: Guaranteed small groups (max 22) for a boutique, personalized travel experience.

• The Tibetan Experience: Three nights in Lhasa (12,000 ft) to explore the Potala Palace and witness monk debates at Sera Monastery.

• UNESCO Natural Wonders: Ascend Yellow Mountain (Huangshan) via cable car and stay in the village where Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was filmed.

• Seamless Logistics: 3 internal flights and a high-speed train ride included to minimize travel time and maximize discovery.

• Authentic Flavors: 34 meals including Peking Duck, Sichuan Hot Pot, and an intimate home-hosted dinner with a local family in Huangshan.

🗺️ Detailed Daily Itinerary

Phase I: The Imperial Capital (Beijing)

• Day 1: Arrival in Beijing | Settle into your First Class hotel in the heart of the capital.

• Day 2: Forbidden City & Peking Duck | Explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven. Conclude with an authentic Peking Duck Welcome Dinner. Meals: B, L, D.

• Day 3: The Great Wall & Cable Car | Ascend the Badaling Great Wall via cable car for breathtaking views. Visit a jade workshop to see China’s most precious stone being carved. Meals: B, L.

Phase II: The Roof of the World (Lhasa, Tibet)

• Day 4: Flight to the Himalayas | Fly to Lhasa (12,000 ft). Receive a traditional Hada scarf welcome—a symbol of purity and respect. Meals: B, D.

• Day 5: Potala Palace & Jokhang Temple | Tour the 1,000-room Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas. Walk the Barkhor Street market and see the golden Buddha at Jokhang Temple. Meals: B, L, D.

• Day 6: Monk Debates & Tibetan Tea | Witness the famous monk debates at Sera Monastery. Experience a cultural exchange in a local Tibetan tea house. Meals: B, L, D.

Phase III: Pandas & Ancient Arts (Chengdu & Hangzhou)

• Day 7: Flight to Chengdu & Hot Pot | Fly to the home of the pandas. Savor a traditional Sichuan Hot Pot dinner. Meals: B, D.

• Day 8: Giant Pandas & Mahjong | Visit the Chengdu Panda Research Center. Later, learn Mahjong from the masters in a local parlor. Meals: B, L.

• Day 9: Tea Culture in Hangzhou | Fly to Hangzhou and wander through the lush Longjing (Dragon Well) Tea Gardens. Meals: B, D.

Phase IV: Mystical Peaks (Huangshan & Hongcun)

• Day 10: West Lake & Yellow Mountain | Take a boat ride on West Lake, then drive to the base of Huangshan. Meals: B, L, D.

• Day 11: The Sea of Clouds & Home Dinner | Ascend Yellow Mountain by cable car to walk among ancient pines and granite peaks. Enjoy a home-hosted dinner with a local family. Meals: B, L, D.

• Day 12: Film Sites & High-Speed Rail | Discover Hongcun Village (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon location) before boarding a high-speed train to Shanghai. Meals: B, L, D.

Phase V: The Pearl of the Orient (Shanghai)

• Day 13: The Bund & Yu Garden | Explore the Bund, visit a silk factory, the Jade Buddha Temple, and the classical Yuyuan Garden. Meals: B, L.

• Day 14: Skyline Views & Shanghai Museum | Ascend the Oriental Pearl TV Tower for panoramic city views. Visit the Shanghai Museum before a Farewell Dinner. Meals: B, L, D.

• Day 15: Return Home | Transfer to the airport for your flight back to San Francisco. Meals: B.

💎 Package Inclusions at a Glance