REAL CHINA PREMIUM
12 Days Private Luxury Tour Led by Women
Beijing – Great Wall – Xi’an – Chengdu – Yangshuo – Guilin – Hong Kong
12 Days / 11 Nights | China | Premium Private Journey
Discover the China that exists beyond the surface.
From the imperial grandeur of Beijing and the ancient Great Wall to the Terracotta Warriors of Xi’an, Chengdu’s giant pandas, the dramatic karst landscapes of Yangshuo and the energy of Hong Kong, this private journey combines China’s most iconic experiences with authentic local culture, exceptional cuisine and premium comfort.
The original Real China itinerary is designed as a fast-paced 12-day adventure for younger travelers, using public transportation, an overnight hard-sleeper train and basic accommodation.
Vietnam Women Travel transforms the same concept into a premium private journey:
- 5-star hotels
- Private luxury vehicles
- First-Class high-speed rail
- Domestic flight where it saves substantial travel time
- Private local guides
- Dedicated female tour leader
- Premium dining every day
- Private cultural experiences
- No overnight hard-sleeper train
- No hostels
- No shared public buses
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
This is not a women-only tour. It is a premium private tour led by women.
JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Beijing Imperial heritage
- Tiananmen Square
- Forbidden City
- Mutianyu Great Wall
- Private Great Wall experience
- Beijing Hutong culture
- Premium Peking duck dinner
- First-Class high-speed rail
- Xi’an Ancient City
- Muslim Quarter
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda
- Terracotta Warriors
- Private archaeological guide
- Chengdu People’s Park
- Traditional Sichuan tea house
- Sichuan culinary experience
- Giant Panda Research Base
- Private panda conservation experience
- Yangshuo countryside
- Li River
- Karst mountain scenery
- Private countryside cycling or electric vehicle option
- Moon Hill area / alternative scenic site as conditions require
- Local family culinary experience
- Guilin
- Hong Kong
- Victoria Harbour
- Temple Street
- Women-led cultural experiences
- 5-star accommodation
- Private transportation
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
The original itinerary highlights Mutianyu, Beijing hutongs, Xi’an Muslim Quarter, Terracotta Warriors, Chengdu pandas, Yangshuo cycling and Hong Kong’s Temple Street.
DAY 1 – BEIJING
Welcome to China
Overnight: Beijing – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Welcome to Beijing.
Your private female tour leader welcomes you at the airport and escorts you to your 5-star hotel by private luxury vehicle.
After check-in, enjoy time to relax after your international flight.
In the late afternoon, meet your private Beijing guide for a gentle introduction to the city.
Walk through a historic neighborhood before enjoying your first premium Chinese dinner.
Welcome Dinner
Tonight’s menu introduces you to classic northern Chinese cuisine.
The highlight is an elegant Peking duck dinner, served with seasonal dishes and traditional accompaniments.
Your female tour leader introduces you to Chinese dining etiquette and the regional food culture you will experience throughout the journey.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
The original trip begins in Beijing with an optional Peking duck dinner.
DAY 2 – BEIJING
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutongs
Overnight: Beijing – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
After breakfast, begin a private cultural discovery of Beijing.
Visit Tiananmen Square.
Continue to the magnificent Forbidden City, the former imperial palace of China’s Ming and Qing dynasties.
Your private historian guide explains:
- Imperial architecture
- Chinese symbolism
- Palace traditions
- The lives of emperors
- Court culture
- The history of Beijing
Enjoy lunch at a premium Chinese restaurant.
In the afternoon, explore Beijing’s traditional Hutongs.
Travel by private vehicle between neighborhoods, then walk through the narrow lanes surrounding historic courtyard homes.
Visit a traditional courtyard residence.
Where available, meet a local family or women-led cultural host.
Enjoy a private tea experience.
In the evening, dine at a carefully selected restaurant featuring Beijing cuisine.
The original itinerary includes Tiananmen Square and a leader-led Hutong walking tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 3 – MUTIANYU GREAT WALL
One of the World’s Great Wonders
Overnight: Beijing – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
After breakfast, depart Beijing by private luxury vehicle.
Travel to Mutianyu Great Wall, selected for its spectacular mountain scenery and well-preserved architecture.
Enjoy a private guided experience along the Wall.
Guests can choose their preferred pace:
Option 1 – Scenic Walk
Explore the restored watchtowers and mountain ridges.
Option 2 – Cable Car
Enjoy a more relaxed ascent and descent.
Option 3 – Premium Great Wall Experience
Combine cable car access with a private guided walk through the most scenic section.
Enjoy a premium lunch featuring regional northern Chinese cuisine.
Return to Beijing in the afternoon.
Spend the evening at leisure.
Optional private experiences:
- Chinese tea ceremony
- Calligraphy
- Beijing Opera
- Traditional massage/spa
- Fine dining
The original Real China itinerary visits Mutianyu and allows an optional toboggan ride.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 4 – BEIJING → XI’AN
High-Speed Rail to the Ancient Capital
Overnight: Xi’an – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
After breakfast, private transfer to Beijing railway station.
FIRST-CLASS HIGH-SPEED RAIL
Travel to Xi’an in reserved premium seating.
This replaces the original overnight six-berth hard-sleeper train.
You will not lose a night of sleep or spend hours managing luggage through basic train facilities.
Instead:
- Reserved First-Class seating
- Private station transfers
- Luggage assistance
- Comfortable daytime journey
- More time for sightseeing
Upon arrival in Xi’an, meet your private guide.
Enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, explore the historic Muslim Quarter.
Discover a fascinating blend of Chinese and Silk Road culinary traditions.
Taste selected local specialties.
Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda area.
Enjoy the illuminated square after sunset.
Dinner features Xi’an specialties.
The original itinerary visits the Muslim Quarter, samples local snacks and explores the Big Wild Goose Pagoda area.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: First-Class High-Speed Rail + Private Vehicle
DAY 5 – XI’AN
Terracotta Warriors & Ancient Xi’an
Overnight: Xi’an – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
After breakfast, depart by private luxury vehicle.
Visit the extraordinary Terracotta Warriors.
Your private archaeological guide explains the story of Qin Shi Huang and the enormous mausoleum complex.
Explore the principal excavation pits.
Learn how thousands of life-size figures were created and arranged for the emperor’s afterlife.
Enjoy a premium lunch.
Return to Xi’an.
In the afternoon, visit the ancient city wall.
For active guests, enjoy a private cycling experience along the wall.
For guests preferring a relaxed pace, explore the wall by walking with your guide.
Continue to a traditional tea house.
Enjoy a private tea ceremony.
Dinner features refined Xi’an cuisine.
The original itinerary visits the Terracotta Warriors and offers cycling on Xi’an’s ancient city wall as an optional activity.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 6 – XI’AN → CHENGDU
Into the Heart of Sichuan
Overnight: Chengdu – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
After breakfast, transfer to the railway station.
FIRST-CLASS HIGH-SPEED TRAIN
Travel from Xi’an to Chengdu in comfort.
Upon arrival, private transfer to your luxury hotel.
Enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, explore Chengdu.
Visit:
- Tianfu Square
- People’s Park
- Kuanzhai Alley
- Traditional tea houses
Sit down for a private Sichuan tea experience.
Learn about Chengdu’s relaxed lifestyle and the importance of tea houses in local culture.
In the evening, enjoy a premium Sichuan hotpot dinner.
For guests who prefer milder food, your chef can prepare a customized selection.
The original itinerary includes Chengdu’s Tianfu Square, People’s Park, Kuanzhai Lane and a Sichuan-style hotpot dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: First-Class High-Speed Rail + Private Vehicle
DAY 7 – CHENGDU
Giant Pandas & Sichuan Food
Overnight: Chengdu – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Start early with a private transfer to the Giant Panda Research Base.
Morning is the ideal time to observe pandas during their active period.
Learn about:
- Panda conservation
- Breeding programs
- Habitat protection
- Chinese wildlife conservation
Enjoy a private guided experience.
Return to Chengdu for lunch.
In the afternoon, choose one premium cultural experience.
Sichuan Cooking Class
Learn to prepare traditional Sichuan dishes with a local chef.
Or:
Chengdu Tea Experience
Visit a traditional tea house and learn about Sichuan tea culture.
Or:
Women-Led Artisan Experience
Meet local women preserving traditional crafts.
In the evening, enjoy a refined Sichuan dinner.
The original itinerary visits Chengdu’s Panda Breeding Centre and leaves the afternoon open for further exploration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 8 – CHENGDU → YANGSHUO
From Sichuan to China’s Karst Country
Overnight: Yangshuo – Luxury Riverside Resort
After breakfast, private transfer to the airport or high-speed railway station depending on the most efficient current schedule.
PREMIUM DOMESTIC FLIGHT
For a luxury itinerary, we prioritize flying when it substantially reduces the long travel time compared with the original full-day bullet-train journey.
Continue by private luxury vehicle to Yangshuo.
Arrive in the spectacular karst countryside.
Check into your luxury riverside resort.
Enjoy lunch overlooking the landscape.
In the afternoon, take a gentle private walk through Yangshuo town.
Continue to the Li River viewpoint.
Enjoy sunset over the limestone peaks.
Dinner at your resort.
The original itinerary spends approximately seven hours traveling to Yangshuo by bullet train before exploring the town and Li River area.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Riverside Resort
Transportation: Domestic Flight + Private Vehicle
DAY 9 – YANGSHUO
Countryside, Rice Fields & Karst Mountains
Overnight: Yangshuo – Luxury Riverside Resort
After breakfast, leave the city behind.
Travel into Yangshuo’s countryside by private vehicle and optional premium e-bike.
Cycle or drive through:
- Rice fields
- Small villages
- Karst mountains
- Traditional farms
- Water buffalo landscapes
Stop at a local family home.
Enjoy a private home-cooked lunch featuring regional dishes.
Continue toward the Moon Hill area.
Depending on current access and conservation conditions, visit Moon Hill or an alternative scenic viewpoint.
Enjoy panoramic views of the karst landscape.
Return to your luxury resort.
In the evening, enjoy a private dinner beside the river.
The original itinerary features countryside cycling, a family home-cooked lunch and Moon Hill; the operator currently notes that Moon Hill may be replaced by Gold Water Cave during renovation periods.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Riverside Resort
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Optional E-Bike
DAY 10 – YANGSHUO
Li River, Tea & Slow China
Overnight: Yangshuo – Luxury Riverside Resort
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast.
Today is intentionally slower.
Private Li River Cruise
Cruise through one of China’s most famous landscapes.
Limestone peaks rise dramatically from the river while traditional villages and rural scenery unfold along the banks.
Enjoy a premium lunch.
In the afternoon, visit a local tea-growing area or traditional village.
Experience:
- Chinese tea preparation
- Local farming
- Traditional crafts
- Rural architecture
Guests can also choose a private cooking experience.
Learn how local ingredients become classic Guangxi dishes.
Return to your resort.
Enjoy a sunset dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Riverside Resort
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Private River Cruise
DAY 11 – YANGSHUO → GUILIN → HONG KONG
From Karst Mountains to Hong Kong
Overnight: Hong Kong – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
After breakfast, depart Yangshuo by private luxury vehicle.
Continue to Guilin.
PREMIUM HIGH-SPEED RAIL / DOMESTIC FLIGHT
Choose the most efficient current connection to Hong Kong according to the travel date and schedule.
Private assistance is provided throughout the transfer.
Arrive in Hong Kong.
Private luxury vehicle to your 5-star hotel.
After check-in, begin a private evening experience.
Visit:
- Victoria Harbour
- Central
- Temple Street Night Market
Enjoy a premium Cantonese dinner.
The original itinerary transfers from Yangshuo to Guilin and continues to Hong Kong by high-speed train, followed by a Temple Street/Victoria Harbour evening walk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Premium Rail/Flight
DAY 12 – HONG KONG
Final Day in China
Enjoy your final breakfast.
Depending on your international flight, enjoy a private morning experience.
Option 1
Victoria Peak
Option 2
Traditional Hong Kong breakfast
Option 3
Central heritage walk
Option 4
Tea house experience
Option 5
Luxury shopping and artisan discovery
Enjoy your final lunch.
Private airport transfer is included.
Your Real China Premium Private Tour Led by Women ends in Hong Kong.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
The original itinerary ends in Hong Kong on Day 12 with no planned activities; this premium version adds a final curated experience and private departure transfer.
PREMIUM TRANSPORTATION
NO OVERNIGHT TRAIN. NO PUBLIC BUS.
The original Real China itinerary uses an overnight hard-sleeper train, public bus, subway, taxi and high-speed rail.
Vietnam Women Travel changes the philosophy completely.
Beijing → Xi’an
First-Class High-Speed Rail
Xi’an → Chengdu
First-Class High-Speed Rail
Chengdu → Yangshuo
Premium Domestic Flight + Private Vehicle
Yangshuo → Guilin
Private Luxury Vehicle
Guilin → Hong Kong
Premium High-Speed Rail / Domestic Flight According to Schedule
Throughout the Tour
Private Luxury Vehicle + Dedicated Driver
Luggage
Your luggage is handled by the Vietnam Women Travel team wherever practical.
Guests do not need to carry heavy bags through multiple public-transport connections.
PREMIUM ACCOMMODATION
5-Star Hotels & Luxury Riverside Resorts
The original trip includes 8 hotel nights, 1 overnight hard-sleeper train and 2 hostel nights.
Vietnam Women Travel upgrades every night.
Beijing
5-Star Luxury Hotel – 3 Nights
Xi’an
5-Star Luxury Hotel – 2 Nights
Chengdu
5-Star Luxury Hotel – 2 Nights
Yangshuo
Luxury Riverside Resort – 3 Nights
Hong Kong
5-Star Luxury Hotel – 1 Night
Total: 11 Nights
No hostel.
No shared dormitory.
No hard-sleeper train.
MEALS INCLUDED
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
The original itinerary includes only one lunch and one dinner, with many meals left to travelers.
Vietnam Women Travel upgrades the entire culinary program.
BREAKFAST + LUNCH + DINNER EVERY DAY
Beijing
Peking duck and northern Chinese cuisine.
Xi’an
Silk Road-inspired cuisine, noodles, dumplings and local specialties.
Chengdu
Authentic Sichuan cuisine and premium hotpot.
Yangshuo
Guangxi cuisine, river fish, local vegetables and family recipes.
Hong Kong
Premium Cantonese cuisine and dim sum.
Dietary requirements can be planned in advance and communicated to restaurants.
WOMEN-LED CHINA
Women Supporting Women
Vietnam Women Travel adds a meaningful women-led dimension to the original route.
Female Tour Leader
A dedicated woman coordinates the entire private journey.
Women Chefs
Where available, choose women-led culinary experiences.
Women Artisans
Visit independent women preserving Chinese crafts.
Women Entrepreneurs
Support small women-led local businesses.
Local Families
Experience food and culture directly with local communities.
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
Travel With Meaning
Support Local Communities
Choose family-run restaurants, local guides and independent businesses.
Authentic Food
Eat regional dishes prepared by local cooks rather than generic international menus.
Panda Conservation
Visit recognized conservation facilities.
Cultural Respect
Explore temples, historical sites and communities with local cultural guidance.
Smaller Private Groups
Private travel allows more meaningful interaction and less pressure on local communities.
Sustainable Choices
Use high-speed rail where it provides an excellent alternative to flying, while flying strategically when a long journey would otherwise consume most of a travel day.
WHY CHOOSE VIETNAM WOMEN TRAVEL?
Premium Private Tours Led by Women
Private From Start to Finish
Your itinerary is designed exclusively for your group.
5-Star Comfort
Luxury hotels, private vehicles and premium services.
No Overnight Hard Sleeper
The original shared six-berth sleeper is replaced with daytime First-Class high-speed rail.
No Hostels
Every night is upgraded to a premium hotel or resort.
Strategic Flights
Long journeys are flown when this creates a substantially better experience.
Private Guides
Local specialists in Beijing, Xi’an, Chengdu, Yangshuo and Hong Kong.
Women Supporting Women
Connect with women chefs, artisans and entrepreneurs.
Authentic China
Experience imperial cities, ancient heritage, pandas, food, countryside and karst landscapes.
All Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day.
12-DAY ROUTE AT A GLANCE
| Day | Route | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beijing | Beijing |
| 2 | Beijing – Tiananmen, Forbidden City, Hutongs | Beijing |
| 3 | Beijing – Mutianyu Great Wall | Beijing |
| 4 | Beijing → Xi’an 🚄 | Xi’an |
| 5 | Xi’an – Terracotta Warriors | Xi’an |
| 6 | Xi’an → Chengdu 🚄 | Chengdu |
| 7 | Chengdu – Pandas & Sichuan Culture | Chengdu |
| 8 | Chengdu → Yangshuo ✈ | Yangshuo |
| 9 | Yangshuo – Countryside & Moon Hill | Yangshuo |
| 10 | Yangshuo – Li River & Tea | Yangshuo |
| 11 | Yangshuo → Guilin → Hong Kong | Hong Kong |
| 12 | Hong Kong Departure | — |
TOUR SUMMARY
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Country: China + Hong Kong
Start: Beijing
Finish: Hong Kong
Style: Premium Private Cultural & Scenic Tour
Leadership: Female Tour Leader
Accommodation: 5-Star Hotels + Luxury Riverside Resort
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicles + First-Class High-Speed Rail + Selected Domestic Flights
Guiding: Private Local Specialists
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
Group: Private – From 2 Guests
REAL CHINA PREMIUM
The China You Remember Is Not the China You Expected
Stand on the Great Wall.
Walk through the imperial Forbidden City.
Discover the ancient Terracotta Warriors.
Taste Xi’an’s Silk Road cuisine.
Watch giant pandas in Chengdu.
Sip tea in a traditional Sichuan teahouse.
Travel through the misty countryside of Yangshuo.
Cruise beneath towering karst mountains.
Meet local families and artisans.
Finish beneath the lights of Hong Kong.
This is China with the iconic highlights of the original Real China, but redesigned for travelers who want more comfort, more privacy, more food, more local connection and a slower, more meaningful experience.
Travel differently.
Travel privately.
Travel with women.
Vietnam Women Travel
Premium Private Tours Led by Women