Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Shanghai
- Hotel: Hotel Chateau Star River Pudong / Radisson Collection Hotel, Yangtze or similar
- Meals: Dinner (Packed dinner provided for late arrivals)
- Itinerary:
- Arrive at Shanghai Airport and meet your Tour Manager or local representative outside the Arrival Hall .
- Transfer to your 5-star hotel for check-in (Standard check-in time is after 15:00 Hrs) .
- Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to rest or explore locally .
Day 2: The Best of Modern & Old Shanghai
- Hotel: Hotel Chateau Star River Pudong / Radisson Collection Hotel, Yangtze or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Itinerary:
- After breakfast, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, a serene sanctuary housing two precious jade Buddha statues imported from Burma .
- Head to the Jin Mao Tower and ascend to the 88th-floor observation deck for a stunning 360-degree view of the Shanghai skyline .
- Visit a traditional Silk Factory to learn the classic art of Chinese silk-making .
- Enjoy free shopping and exploration time at the historic Yuyuan Market (Yuyuan Bazaar) in Old Shanghai .
- Conclude your day witnessing the world-renowned skills of a Chinese Acrobatic Show .
Day 3: High-Speed Maglev & Fly to Zhangjiajie
- Hotel: Hotel Pullman Zhangjiajie / Hilton Garden Inn or similar
- Meals: Packed Breakfast, Local Lunch, and Local Dinner
- Itinerary:
- Experience a thrilling ride on the ultra-futuristic Shanghai Maglev Train, reaching your destination in just 8 minutes using magnetic levitation technology .
- Board a domestic flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie (Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes) .
- Upon landing, enjoy a peaceful boat ride across the crystal-clear waters of Baofeng Lake, framed by massive vertical rock formations .
- Note: Packed meals may be provided today depending entirely on domestic flight schedules .
Day 4: Avatar Mountains & The Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
- Hotel: Hotel Pullman Zhangjiajie / Hilton Garden Inn or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, and Local Dinner
- Itinerary:
- Start your morning with a photo stop at the famous Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, renowned as one of the world's longest and highest glass-bottomed bridges .
- Spend the day exploring Zhangjiajie Forest Park, home to the towering sandstone pillars that directly inspired the "Avatar Mountains" .
- Capture beautiful memories with a special curated Drone Group Video inside the park .
Day 5: Tianmen Mountain to Chongqing by Bullet Train
- Hotel: Hotel Hilton Chongqing / Glenview or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, and Dinner
- Itinerary:
- Explore the breathtaking peaks of Tianmen Mountain within Tianmen National Park .
- Ride the famous return cable car ropeway (weather permitting) and view the winding mountain roads known as "Heaven's Gate" .
- In the afternoon, board the high-speed bullet train from Zhangjiajie to Chongqing (Approx. 2–3 hours) .
Day 6: Chongqing City Wonders & Night Cruise
- Hotel: Hotel Hilton Chongqing / Glenview or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, and Dinner
- Itinerary:
- Begin your morning walking through Kuixing Tower Square, witnessing Chongqing's fascinating architectural elevation .
- Take a vibrant photo stop at Huangjueping Graffiti Art Street, the largest structural graffiti area in China .
- Head to the famous Liziba Station to photograph the light rail train passing directly through a residential building .
- Watch the incredible, large-scale Chongqing 1949 immersive 360-degree theatre musical show .
- Wind down the evening on a dazzling Chongqing Night Cruise to view the city's illuminated skyline along the river .
Day 7: Flight to Beijing & Ancient Imperial Highlights
- Hotel: Hotel Double Tree Beijing / Bohao Radegast / Wyndham Beijing North or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Itinerary:
- Check out and catch your domestic flight from Chongqing to Beijing (Approx. 2–3 hours) .
- Upon arrival, stand in Tiananmen Square, one of the grandest and largest public plazas in the world, for an included group room photo .
- Walk into the majestic Forbidden City, the historical home to 24 Ming and Qing Dynasty Chinese emperors .
- Visit the beautiful Temple of Heaven complex where ancient emperors prayed for good harvests .
Day 8: The Great Wall of China & Old Hutongs
- Hotel: Hotel Double Tree Beijing / Bohao Radegast / Wyndham Beijing North or similar
- Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, and Dinner
- Itinerary:
- Travel to the iconic Great Wall of China, exploring the grand Badaling Section with a two-way return ground cable car ride included for maximum comfort .
- Stop by a traditional Jade Factory to uncover the deep cultural history behind China's most treasured stone .
- Take an authentic Hutong tour through the historic narrow alleyways of old Beijing, passing traditional courtyard homes and Houhai Lake .
- Spend free time hunting for pearls, local handicrafts, and souvenirs at the bustling Hongqiao Market .
- Enjoy a celebratory Gala Dinner tonight .
Day 9: Bullet Train to Shanghai & Departure
- Hotel: N/A
- Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch
- Itinerary:
- After breakfast, check out of your hotel and head to the railway station .
- Board the high-speed bullet train from Beijing back to Shanghai (Approx. 4–5 hours) .
- Upon arriving in Shanghai, transfer straight to the international airport for your return flight home .
Meal Summary Key
- B - Breakfast | PL - Packed Lunch | LL - Local Lunch | D - Dinner
- Land Dining Note: Lunches and dinners alternate between delicious local Chinese vegetarian courses and specially organized Indian Vegetarian/Jain spreads .
Inclusions
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5% GST
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2% TCS
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Return economy class airfare as per the itinerary.
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Internal airfare:
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Shanghai → Zhangjiajie
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Chongqing → Beijing
(Included for Joining Direct / NRI passengers.)
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Internal train travel:
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Zhangjiajie → Chongqing
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Beijing → Shanghai
(Included for Joining Direct / NRI passengers.)
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Accommodation at the specified hotels or similar category hotels.
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Visa fees and airport taxes (any increase after 30 April 2026 will be borne by the passenger).
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Airline ticket taxes as applicable on 30 April 2026.
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Medical insurance for the duration of the tour.
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Additional charges apply for passengers above 60 years of age or those extending their stay.
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Daily meals, airport transfers, sightseeing, entrance fees, and surface transportation as per the itinerary.
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Airport transfers from all airports.
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Compulsory tips for the tour guide and driver.
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All transfers and excursions by deluxe air-conditioned coach, including entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
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Services of a professional multilingual Tour Manager (minimum 20 passengers) or a local representative.
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If the group size is less than 15 passengers, the tour will operate on a Seat-in-Coach (SIC) basis.
Visa
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Single-Entry China Visa included in the package.
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Visa documentation and processing charges as applicable on 30 April 2026.
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Any increase in visa charges after this date will be borne by the passenger.
Exclusions
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Cost of deviation from the scheduled group departure dates.
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City Tax or Tourism Tax (where applicable).
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Visa charges for NRI passengers (if applicable).
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Basic Travel Quota (BTQ) equivalent to USD 250,000.
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Any increase in airfare due to fuel surcharge, airline revisions, government regulations, taxes, or other airline-imposed charges after 30 April 2026.
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Any increase in exchange rates affecting land arrangements or surface transportation prior to departure.
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POE (Port of Entry) charges and passport charges.
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Porterage services.
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Personal expenses including:
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Laundry
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Mini-bar
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Mineral water
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Telephone charges
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Food and beverages not included in the package
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Porterage
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Additional meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
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Optional tours and excursions.
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Sightseeing, entrance fees, and local guides not included in the itinerary.
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Cost of any optional activities or excursions.
Disclaimer:
The travel package prices displayed on the NJ EMI Store are indicative and are subject to change based on availability, travel dates, airline/hotel tariffs, seasonal demand, currency fluctuations, and other factors. The final package price and availability will be confirmed at the time of booking.
