Ancient capitals

Itinerary Summary

Day 1-4

Beijing

Discover China's most most iconic city! Immerse yourself in its imperial heritage and vibrant modernity. Visit must-see landmarks like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, and explore the 2008 Olympic venues and one of China's top university campuses.

Day 5-7

Luoyang

With over 4,000 years of history, Luoyang was the political, economic, and cultural hub of multiple dynasties. Explore the Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum, the Shaolin Temple (birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu), and the Longmen Grottoes, renowned for their exquisite Buddhist sculptures and UNESCO World Heritage status.

Day 8-9

Kaifeng

Once the world's largest metropolis during the Northern Song Dynasty, Kaifeng remains well-preserved with ancient temples, government buildings, and guild halls. Stroll along the Song Dynasty street, savour snacks at the night market, and visit a theme park that brings a Song Dynasty painting to life.

Day 10 Departure

Zhengzhou

Please note that this summary and the itinerary details are subject to change

Trip Highlights

World Famous Landmarks

Immersive Cultural Experiences

We make sure you see everything from the Great Wall, the Forbidden City to the Shaolin Temple, the cradle of Shaolin Kung Fu.

Immersive Cultural Experiences

Included in this trip are Chinese calligraphy and lantern-making sessions led by Chinese artists. Create and bring home your DIY souvenirs!

Night Market Strolls

Feasting on Chinese food

What's a better way to immerse in local life than a night market? Both Luoyang and Kaifeng are famous for their night markets on historic streets, where you where you can admire the architecture while enjoying snacks and shopping for unique artifacts.

Feasting on Chinese food

This trip includes nearly all meals, ensuring a constant supply of delicious Chinese food. Famous cuisines in our destinations include soup-filled buns, braised noodles and Peking roast duck.

Price Guide

What's included?

Accommodation for 9 nights (standard double-bed room in a 3 or 4 star hotel)
3 meals a day unless specified otherwise in the itinerary
All domestic transfers including coaches and high-speed trains
Airport and train station pick up and drop off
Admission tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary
Professional licensed English-speaking guide
Travel Insurance with over £400,000 coverage including accidental insurance and medical insurance

What's excluded?

International flight tickets: We do not include international flights in our package. However, we will assist you in booking discounted tickets if you are departing from the UK.
Visa fees: As different visa conditions apply to travellers holding different passports, we do not include a standard visa fee in our package. However, if you need to apply for a visa from within the UK, we will arrange it for you.
Recommended optional activities
Personal expenses
Excess Baggage Charges
Tips to guides, drivers, etc

Itinerary Details

Day 1

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing

Meals not included

Event Details

Day 1

Arriving in Beijing

Departing from London, you'll be accompanied by our SpotChina representative. Upon arrival, a professional English-speaking guide will greet...

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Beijing

Meals not included

Day 2

The Forbidden City

Beijing

3 meals included; Peking roast duck for dinner

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Day 2

The Forbidden City

Start your day at Tiananmen Square, where Chairman Mao proclaimed the birth of the People's Republic of China. Next, explore the Forbidden C...

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Beijing

3 meals included; Peking roast duck for dinner

Day 3

The Great Wall

Beijing

3 meals included

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Day 3

The Great Wall

Kick off your day with an excursion to China’s most iconic landmark, the Great Wall, and soak in the stunning mountains views from this incr...

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Beijing

3 meals included

Day 4

Versailles of the East

Beijing

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Luoyang

3 meals included

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Day 4

Versailles of the East

Begin your journey at Yuanmingyuan, the Qing emperor's Old Summer Palace, once hailed as the "Versailles of the East" for its fusion of Chin...

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Beijing

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Luoyang

3 meals included

Day 5

Legacy of the Tang Dynasty

Luoyang

Breakfast and lunch included; you can get your own dinner in Luoyi Ancient City

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Day 5

Legacy of the Tang Dynasty

Transport yourself back to the illustrious Tang Dynasty on today's journey. Explore the rich heritage of Luoyang at the Luoyang Museum, home...

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Luoyang

Breakfast and lunch included; you can get your own dinner in Luoyi Ancient City

Day 6

Temple and Tombs

Luoyang

3 meals included

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Day 6

Temple and Tombs

Descend into the ancient imperial burial grounds at Mangshan, the foundation of the Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum. Experience an immersive jo...

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Luoyang

3 meals included

Day 7

Shaolin Kung fu

Luoyang

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Kaifeng

3 meals included; Kaifeng soup -filled buns for dinner

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Day 7

Shaolin Kung fu

Channel your inner Kung Fu master at the legendary Shaolin Temple, home to a school of martial arts known to be "the best under heaven". Nex...

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Luoyang

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Kaifeng

3 meals included; Kaifeng soup -filled buns for dinner

Day 8

Time travel into an ancient painting

Kaifeng

3 meals included

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Day 8

Time travel into an ancient painting

Step into the living canvas of the Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, inspired by the renowned Song painting "Along the River During the Q...

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Kaifeng

3 meals included

Day 9

The Bronze Age

Zhengzhou

3 meals included; braised noodles for dinner

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Day 9

The Bronze Age

Begin your day with a visit to the Daxiangguo Temple, the royal temple of the Song Dynasty and the largest of its time in all of China. Next...

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Zhengzhou

3 meals included; braised noodles for dinner

Day 10

Say Goodbye to China

Meals not included

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Day 10

Say Goodbye to China

If you are returning to the UK, you will be flying from the Xinzheng International Airport. Otherwise, continue your travel in China or emba...

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Meals not included

Ancient Capitals of China: Beijing-Henan Historical Tour

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Itinerary Summary

Day 1-4

Day 5-7

Day 8-9

Day 10 Departure

Trip Highlights

World Famous Landmarks

Immersive Cultural Experiences

Immersive Cultural Experiences

Immersive Cultural Experiences

Immersive Cultural Experiences

Immersive Cultural Experiences

Night Market Strolls

Feasting on Chinese food

Feasting on Chinese food

Feasting on Chinese food

Feasting on Chinese food

Feasting on Chinese food

Price Guide

What's included?

What's excluded?

Itinerary Details

Day 1

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing

Day 1

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing

Day 2

The Forbidden City

Beijing

Day 2

The Forbidden City

Beijing

Day 3

The Great Wall

Beijing

Day 3

The Great Wall

Beijing

Day 4

Versailles of the East

Beijing

-

Luoyang

Day 4

Versailles of the East

Beijing

-

Luoyang

Day 5

Legacy of the Tang Dynasty

Luoyang

Day 5

Legacy of the Tang Dynasty

Luoyang

Day 6

Temple and Tombs

Luoyang

Day 6

Temple and Tombs

Luoyang

Day 7

Shaolin Kung fu

Luoyang

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Kaifeng

Day 7

Shaolin Kung fu

Luoyang

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Kaifeng

Day 8

Time travel into an ancient painting