China Bullet Train Tour
“Time stands still for no one ”. This classic phrase is one that parents often feel the twinge of the brevity of time with growing kids. It seems a fitting thought for this itinerary which takes advantage of China leveraging the latest technology to significantly expand high speed rail. This new itinerary has been created to allow spending maximum time for families to attend.
It is highly popular with Chinese travelers for so many reasons. It is efficient, practical, economical and consistently on time. In each segment there are 5 seats (2 x 3) on each row in bullet train coach class. For a quick comparison, it provides more space than airline coach class. Uncle Louie has stated, “I would prefer taking a 7-hour bullet train from Changsha to Beijing over the 2.5-hour air flight”. Since airline travel is subject to cancellation often, the high speed rail is extremely reliable in delivering you to your destination.
On this route you will enjoy the key spots in Beijing – all the “must revisit” spots included in Beijing, followed by a bullet train ride to Xian, where you can see the Terra Cotta Horses and Warrior Museum and get some biking exercise on the largest intact city wall in all of China. What a treat to be living and experiencing one’s birth country that is! On to the historically significant Chengdu to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of this beautiful metropolis, also home to giant pandas. This route begins with bullet trains tour from North China to South China with stops at Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, and Guilin.
TOUR OVERVIEW
Tour Code: LY-CBTT25
Trip Duration: 12 days/10 nights
Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Guilin, Yangshuo
Departure Date/s: December 17, 2025
May 13, 2026 | May 23, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026
Jul 10, 2026 | Jul 22, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | Dec 16, 2026
DAY 1 : WEDNESDAY NORTH AMERICA/BEIJING
meals: N/A
Leave your home city for Beijing today.
DAY 2 : THURSDAY BEIJING
meals: N/A
Arrive at the Beijing International Airport. Your private English-speaking guide and driver will
take you to your hotel. Soak in your child’s birth country while you adjust to your new time
zone and surroundings.
DAY 3 : FRIDAY BEIJING
meals: B/L
Begin your day with a tour at the Forbidden City.Listed as a world heritage site in 1987, the Forbidden City contains the largest group of intact palace structures in the world. The palace is 720,000 square meters in size and contains 9,999 rooms, numerous pavilions, gardens and courtyards. Then visit Tiananmen Square. Noted as the largest city square in the world, the square was initially designed for political rallies and important gala events.
Today the square is flanked by the Forbidden City in the north, the Great Hall of the People in the west, Mao TseTung’s Mausoleum in the south and the Museum of Chinese Revolution and the Museum of Chinese History in the east. Explore the fascinating Hutong neighborhoods in afternoon. Beijing’s oldest Hutongs were constructed during Yuan, Ming and
Qing dynasties.
Your tour will take you through some of the best preserved Hutong neighborhoods that represent the history, culture and lifestyle of old Beijing. Enjoy a special homemade lunch at a local family residence in the Hutong Lane area.
DAY 4 : SATURDAY BEIJING
meals: B/L/D
Begin your day with a tour of the Great Wall. Constructed more than 2,000 years ago by China’s first emperor, the ancient wall is about 4,000 miles in length. Visit the Peking Duck Restaurant and see how the professional chef roasts Peking duck Beijing’s most famous dish, is traditionally served with Mandarin pancakes, and green onions for brushing on the hoisin sauce. Enjoy your Peking Duck dinner there.
DAY 5 : SUNDAY BEIJING/XIAN
meals: B/L
Begin your day with a tour at the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace. After the included Chinese lunch, get onboard a bullet train for your journey to Xian.
Beijing/Xian
Bullet Train G661(4:15P/9:57P)
(Your tour guide has tickets)
Arrive at the Xian Bei (North) Train Station. Meet your local English speaking tour guide and private van driver at the station exit for transfer to the hotel.
DAY 6 : MONDAY XIAN
meals: B/L
Travel on top of the 950-year-old city wall on a bike; be sure to enjoy the panoramic view. Built during the early Ming Dynasty with a core of mud and covered by three layers of bricks. Xian’s city wall is the only city wall that remains intact in China today. After Chinese lunch, you will visit the Xi ‘an Museum in afternoon.
Walk atop the majestic Great Wall of China
Zip between cities on China’s high-speed bullet trains
Stroll the Bund in Shanghai and explore local street life
Try your hand at calligraphy and traditional Chinese crafts
Sample regional dishes in authentic local restaurants
Most meaningfully, take a guided and sensitive visit to your child’s orphanage or hometown, thoughtfully customized for your family
Whether you’re honoring your child’s story or embracing the richness of Chinese culture, this trip offers connection, discovery, and lifelong memories.
📍 Highlights Include:
• Guided visit to the Great Wall, Forbidden City & Summer Palace in Beijing
• High-speed train to Xian for a tour of the Terracotta Warriors
• Bullet train to Shanghai with visits to the Yu Garden and French Concession
• Cultural workshops like dumpling-making or calligraphy
• Personalized orphanage/birthplace visit with translation and support
2025 Departure Dates:
- December 17th, 2025
2026 Departure Dates:
- May 13th, 2026
- May 23rd, 2026
- June 10th, 2026
- June 24th, 2026
- July 10th, 2026
- July 22nd, 2026
- August 5th, 2026
- December 16th, 2026
Tour Code: LY-CBTT25
Duration: 12days/10nights
Start from USD 1,999.00/PER PERSON
Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Guilin, Yangshuo