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9-Day Tibet-Sacred Stillness Yoga Retreat
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This route is built around contrast: old palace courtyards and quiet temple parks one day, wild sandstone pillars and glass bridges the next; mist over karst hills in the morning, neon-lit riverfronts by night. You move with intention rather than rush—walking hidden halls in Beijing, hiking a quieter stretch of the Great Wall, drifting along the Li River, and ending high above Shanghai’s skyline.
Meet your local guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, rest or take a short walk nearby to adjust to the city.
Start in the Temple of Heaven park, where emperors once prayed for good harvests and today’s residents practice tai chi, singing, and dancing. Cross Tian’anmen Square, then enter the Forbidden City. Go beyond the main axis into quieter side courtyards to hear stories of court life away from the busiest areas.
Drive out to one of the most scenic, less-crowded sections of the Great Wall. Walk around 5 km between Jinshanling and Simatai West, passing both partially restored and more original segments, with wide views and plenty of photo stops along the way.
Visit the Summer Palace, a lakeside royal retreat of pavilions, corridors, and gardens. Stroll the long painted corridor, take in the views from the hill, and enjoy the water scenery. Later, board a high-speed train to Xi’an and transfer to your hotel on arrival.
Spend the morning at the Terracotta Army site, learning how the warriors were made and what they protected. Visit a traditional cave dwelling to see a very different style of local housing and try simple clay work. Back in Xi’an, head up to the ancient city wall—walk, cycle, or ride a buggy along the top for sweeping city views.
Visit a major museum or cultural site to understand Xi’an’s history as an ancient capital, then stop at a historic pagoda. Wander the lively Muslim Quarter with its street food and local snacks. In the evening, fly to Zhangjiajie and transfer to your hotel.
Ride a cable car up Tianzi Mountain for expansive views over forests of sandstone pillars and deep valleys. Walk along viewing paths and optional glass walkways. Continue to Yuanjiajie, whose dramatic formations are widely believed to have inspired the “floating mountains” in the film Avatar.
Take a long cable car up Tianmen Mountain, look down over the winding “99-bend” road, and, if you wish, step onto a cliff-side glass skywalk. Later, visit the Grand Canyon area and cross a large glass-bottom bridge suspended high above the gorge.
Travel by bullet train via Changsha to Guilin. On arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore at your own pace.
Visit Reed Flute Cave, where lighting highlights stalactites and rock formations, and see Elephant Trunk Hill, Guilin’s natural city symbol on the river. Then drive to Daxu Old Town, a riverside settlement with stone streets, old houses, and small workshops that show a quieter, older side of the region.
Board a higher-standard boat for the classic Li River cruise to Yangshuo. Enjoy views of limestone peaks, bamboo groves, and village life along the banks. On arrival, transfer to your Yangshuo hotel and use the rest of the day to explore the town or relax in the countryside.
Spend the morning in Yangshuo’s countryside: bike, walk, or choose another mode of transport along the Yulong River, passing fields, small villages, and stone bridges. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai and then to your hotel.
Explore the Bund in depth, not just from the riverside but also with access to some historic buildings and stories of old Shanghai. After lunch, ascend Shanghai Tower for a panoramic view of the modern city. Use the remaining half-day flexibly: focus on neighborhoods, galleries, boutiques, food streets, or another theme that fits your interests.
Your guide and driver take you to the airport, assist with check-in, and say goodbye as you depart for your next destination.
Stay in comfortable, well-located hotels in each destination, generally in the 4–5 star range unless you request a different level. Properties are chosen for location and reliability, with private bathrooms and modern facilities. Room type is usually twin or double, with options to upgrade if desired.
Breakfast is provided daily at your hotels. Most days include lunches at selected local restaurants where you can try regional dishes from Beijing, Shaanxi, Hunan, Guangxi, and Shanghai. Some dinners are left open so you can explore on your own. Dietary requirements such as vegetarian, halal, or gluten-free can usually be arranged with advance notice.
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