6 Days China Tours

Creating a definitive list of the top 10 six-day tours in China can be subjective due to the diversity of experiences and regions available. However, here are ten highly recommended tour itineraries that cover different aspects of China’s rich cultural, historical, and natural attractions:

  1. Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai Tour
    • Day 1-2: Beijing
      • Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City
      • Great Wall of China (Mutianyu or Badaling section)
      • Summer Palace
    • Day 3-4: Xi’an
      • Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum
      • Big Wild Goose Pagoda
      • Muslim Quarter
    • Day 5-6: Shanghai
      • The Bund and Shanghai skyline
      • Yu Garden and Old Town
      • Optional: Huangpu River cruise
  2. Yunnan Highlights Tour
    • Day 1-2: Kunming and Dali
      • Stone Forest near Kunming
      • Dali Old Town and Three Pagodas
    • Day 3-4: Lijiang
      • Lijiang Old Town and Black Dragon Pool
      • Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Baisha Village
    • Day 5-6: Shangri-La
      • Songzanlin Monastery
      • Pudacuo National Park
  3. Guilin and Yangshuo Tour
    • Day 1-2: Guilin
      • Li River cruise to Yangshuo
      • Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill
    • Day 3-4: Yangshuo
      • Countryside cycling or bamboo rafting
      • Impression Liu Sanjie Show
    • Day 5-6: Longji Rice Terraces
      • Day trip to Longji Rice Terraces
  4. Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou Tour
    • Day 1-2: Chengdu
      • Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
      • Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street
    • Day 3-4: Jiuzhaigou
      • Jiuzhaigou Valley and Rize Valley
      • Huanglong National Park
    • Day 5-6: Chengdu
      • Leshan Giant Buddha
      • Optional: Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Show
  5. Shanghai and Suzhou Tour
    • Day 1-2: Shanghai
      • The Bund and Shanghai Museum
      • Yu Garden and Old Town
    • Day 3-4: Suzhou
      • Classical Gardens of Suzhou (e.g., Humble Administrator’s Garden)
      • Zhouzhuang Water Town
    • Day 5-6: Tongli and Departure
      • Tongli Water Town
      • Departure from Shanghai
  6. Harbin Ice and Snow Festival Tour
    • Day 1-2: Harbin
      • Sun Island Snow Sculpture Art Expo
      • Ice and Snow World
    • Day 3-4: Harbin
      • Harbin Ice Festival
      • St. Sophia Cathedral and Central Street
    • Day 5-6: Yabuli Ski Resort
      • Yabuli International Ski Resort
      • Return to Harbin for departure
  7. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Tour
    • Day 1-2: Zhangjiajie
      • Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
      • Tianzi Mountain and Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
    • Day 3-4: Zhangjiajie
      • Tianmen Mountain and Glass Skywalk
      • Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
    • Day 5-6: Fenghuang Ancient Town
      • Fenghuang Ancient Town
      • Departure from Zhangjiajie
  8. Tibet Lhasa Tour
    • Day 1-2: Lhasa
      • Potala Palace
      • Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street
    • Day 3-4: Lhasa
      • Sera Monastery and Drepung Monastery
      • Norbulingka Palace
    • Day 5-6: Namtso Lake
      • Namtso Lake and Yangpachen Hot Springs
      • Departure from Lhasa
  9. Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong National Park Tour
    • Day 1-2: Chengdu
      • Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
      • Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street
    • Day 3-4: Jiuzhaigou
      • Jiuzhaigou Valley and Rize Valley
      • Huanglong National Park
    • Day 5-6: Departure
  10. Yangtze River Cruise
    • Day 1-3: Chongqing
      • Chongqing city exploration
      • Board Yangtze River Cruise
    • Day 4-5: Yangtze River
      • Cruise along Three Gorges
      • Shore excursions (e.g., Shibaozhai Pagoda, Three Gorges Dam)
    • Day 6: Yichang
      • Disembarkation in Yichang
      • Departure from Yichang

These itineraries provide a snapshot of the diverse landscapes, cultural heritage, and experiences available across China. Depending on your interests and travel preferences, you can customize these tours to suit your schedule and explore more deeply each destination.