12-Day Discover Mystical China Standard Group Tour·Shanghai, Chengdu and Zhangjiajie | Yu Garden | Giant Pandas | Avatar Mountains
4.9
(30 reviews)
36 Booked
Tour Code: 753915
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This "Mystical China" tour was a dream come true. The karst mountains in Yangshuo were otherworldly, and the ancient towns were so charming. Our guide was excellent at explaining the local legends.
We were blown away by the scenery on this tour. Zhangjiajie's pillar mountains are truly mystical. The itinerary was well-paced, and we had enough time to soak in the beauty of each place.
This tour lived up to its name. We discovered hidden temples, walked through stunning national parks, and experienced the rich culture of the ethnic minorities. A very profound journey.
I chose this tour for its focus on nature and culture. The Li River cruise was breathtaking, and the visit to the ancient villages was fascinating. Our guide shared so many mystical stories.
The 12-day tour was a fantastic adventure. From the futuristic skyline of Shanghai to the ancient peaks of Zhangjiajie, every day brought a new wonder. The guide was very knowledgeable.
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Departure City
Shanghai
End City
Shanghai
Duration
12 days
Live Tour Guide
English
Group Size
Max. 35 travelers
Group Type
Group Tour
Highlights
Sacred Tai Chi & Kung Fu Immersion: Learn authentic Tai Chi from a master at Wudang Mountain, the birthplace of this ancient martial art
A Symphony of Alpine Lakes & Pandas: Cruise through Jiuzhaigou's turquoise waters and meet giant pandas in their Chengdu hometown
Step into the 'Avatar' World: Explore the towering quartz-sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie and walk the thrilling glass skywalk
Dual Highland Wonders: Huanglong & Jiuzhaigou: In one trip, marvel at Huanglong's golden travertine terraces and Jiuzhaigou's crystal-clear fairy-tale lakes
Seamless & Social Group Travel: Enjoy included flights and bullet trains, sharing your journey with a lively group of fellow explorers
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Product Info
Reminders:
To ensure a smooth and comfortable travel experience, please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or special requests. As travel to China requires a visa for U.S. citizens, we recommend contacting us in advance for guidance and assistance with the application process.
If you'd like to upgrade your travel experience, we'll be happy to assist with the personalized service and recommendations.
If there are no service discrepancies, it is expected that you tip your tour guide a minimum of $5.00 USD per day as a service gratuity, paid at the end of the trip. You may pay in U.S. Dollars or Chinese Yuan.
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D1
Arrival in Shanghai
DoubleTree by Hilton Shanghai - Pudong, The Kunlun Jing An, Jin Jiang Hotel or similar
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Pickup Information
This product includes free pickup service:
Airport/station pick-upFree airport pickup locations:Shanghai Pudong International Airport、Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportService hours: 08:00 - 22:00 (rideshare)
If your location is outside the free pickup zone, please make your way to the designated meeting point. For any assistance, feel free to contact our customer service team.
Morning · Breakfast
Adults: Not Included Children: Not Included
Afternoon · Lunch
Adults: Not Included Children: Not Included
Evening · Dinner
Adults: Not Included Children: Not Included
Evening · Transportation
Driving Distance: Approx 31.1 miles/Approx 1 hr
Evening · Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Shanghai - Pudong
The Kunlun Jing An
Jin Jiang Hotel
D2
Discover Shanghai's Modern Skyline & Historic Charm
DoubleTree by Hilton Shanghai - Pudong, The Kunlun Jing An, Jin Jiang Hotel or similar
This tour includes drop-off at the airport/train station.
Airport/station drop-offFree drop-off airport:Shanghai Pudong International Airport、Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportService hours: - (rideshare)
If the airport/train station is not within the free drop-off area, please arrange your own transportation.
All times shown are local.
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Includes & Excludes
The following instructions only apply to Adults ( 12 years or over )
Includes
Intermediate journey from Shanghai to Shiyan Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge); Shiyan to Chengdu Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge); Chengdu to Songpan G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Songpan to Chengdu G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Chengdu to Zhangjiajie G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Zhangjiajie to Shanghai Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge)
Accommodation at hotels listed in the itinerary.
Standard hotel room (2 guests)
Included for adults: 27 meals (breakfast x11, lunch x9 , dinner x7 )
Tour guide service will be provided for the itinerary
Vehicle fees during the tour: tour vehicles will be arranged according to the final group size (one seat per guest).
Local drivers and vehicles are provided. Smaller vehicles may be used on certain roads due to safety requirements and local regulations.
Admission ticket to the main entrance of the attraction/venue listed in the itinerary
Destination transfer service: shared vehicle pick-up and drop-off.
Excludes
This tour excludes round-trip transportation from your departure city to the starting point. You must arrange your own transport to the start location.
All personal expenses and any fees not mentioned in the inclusions, such as overweight baggage fees, laundry, haircuts, phone calls, pay-per-view TV, beverages, tobacco, alcohol, and transportation during free time, are excluded.
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Booking restrictions
Age restrictions
Due to limited service capacity, this route is not suitable for infants (14 days–2 years old (exclusive)).
For safety reasons, minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger.
Other restrictions
For group bookings, the booker or group representative must have consent from all travelers to act as the authorized signatory for the trip. All travelers recognize the representative's signature on the travel contract and its appendices. If you do not have such authorization, please refrain from booking or signing the contract on behalf of others.
For the safety of minors, we recommend that they travel with their guardian or a companion who carries a letter of authorization from the guardian.
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Group information
The minimum group size for this product is 1. Once tours4fun confirms in writing, the group will travel by default. If the travel agency causes the group not to travel, they will provide compensation according to the contract's breach clauses.
Each group can include up to 35 people, including children who occupy seats. If the actual number of travelers exceeds this limit, 10% of the total booking amount will be refunded as compensation once verified.
Group arrangements
This group tour for independent travelers may include shared transportation with guests from other agencies. Service standards will remain unchanged. Booking implies acceptance of the itinerary arrangements after the group is formed.
Group tour notification
You'll get your group tour notification by 8:00 PM the day before departure. If you pay after 6:00 PM the day before, we'll send it by 12:00 PM on departure day. If you don't receive it, please contact tours4fun customer support. Check our website for meeting times. The time in your tour confirmation or given by our staff is final.
Single room supplement
For this product, to ensure the best possible travel experience, room sharing is not available for solo travelers.
To ensure the best possible travel experience, we do not offer three-person rooms, and three travelers cannot share a room.
Due to local hotel policies, if 2 adults are traveling with 2 or more children, please book 2 rooms.
If you choose to stay alone, some hotels may arrange a small single room (single bed) for you.
Booking information
Please provide accurate and complete information (name, gender, ID number, nationality, contact information, etc.) when booking to avoid booking errors and travel disruptions. You are responsible for any losses you incur due to incorrect information you provide.
If any attractions or venues cannot be visited due to unforeseen circumstances during your trip, the staff will work with you to either cancel or switch out the affected sites. Alternatively, an on-site refund can be provided based on the ticket price in your travel package (not the venue's listed price).
During the non-free time, you need the tour guide's consent to leave the group. If granted, you must sign a waiver and are responsible for your safety and belongings. Unfinished parts of the tour are forfeited, and costs won't be refunded.
If there is any inconsistency between the product confirmation or supplementary terms and the main travel contract, the product confirmation or supplementary terms will take precedence.
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Travel guidelines
[No Mandatory Shopping] This product does not include any mandatory shopping activities throughout the trip. Shopping activities not arranged by our company at attractions, venues, or on cruise ships are excluded. If any unauthorized shopping activity is added and verified, our company will pay you liquidated damages equal to 10% of the total travel expenses multiplied by the number of unauthorized shopping activities added.
This tour involves travel to high-altitude areas. Travelers with heart or lung conditions, anemia, or stage II hypertension are strongly advised to carefully assess their physical condition before booking.
Huanglong National Scenic Area Above 3010 meters above sea level, it is easy to cause mild altitude sickness. Please take appropriate preventive measures according to your physical condition before traveling, such as taking Rhodiola rosea oral liquid in advance. It is not recommended to buy related products locally.
If this product is successfully booked, each adult will receive a local SIM card. The specific data allowance and carrier are subject to the actual item issued on the day of departure.
Please note that seasonal landscapes (e.g., maple leaves, cherry blossoms, rapeseed flowers) are dependent on weather and climate conditions, which may impact your viewing experience.
There may be some privately operated entertainment and consumption venues at the destination. Most of these venues do not have legal business qualifications and may pose various hidden dangers. For your safety and health, tours4fun reminds you to be cautious when consuming at these venues.
Transportation
During the tour, you may be served by different vehicles and service staff.
Please arrive at the designated location on time with your tours4fun booking number and traveler's name. Please take your seat according to the seat number assigned by the staff. The actual traveler must be the same as the traveler listed in the booking.
Accommodation
Most of the hotels at the destination do not provide disposable toiletries.
Due to local economic conditions, transportation, hotel services and facilities, and dining options may differ from those in more developed cities.
Meals
For tour group meals, the travel agency will ensure the hygiene and quantity of the food meet the promised standards. However, meal flavors vary in different regions and may not satisfy your personal preferences.
Penalties
Traveler breach of contract:
Penalties for breaking the contract before the date of travel are calculated as follows:
Reviews
4.9/5
30 Reviews
Reservation4.8
Customer Service4.8
Accommodation5
Transportation4.8
Tour Guide5
Tour Itinerary5
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Dexter Farmer September 07, 2026
4.8
The tour was seamless from start to finish. Our guide was very attentive and adjusted the itinerary to our group's pace. Discovering the mystical side of China was a truly special experience.
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Cathy Porter August 30, 2026
4.8
I would definitely recommend this tour. It offered a great balance of nature, culture, and history. The "mystical" theme was perfectly executed. We left with so many wonderful memories.
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Brett Fields August 22, 2026
4.8
This 12-day tour was a great way to see China's natural wonders. The views from the mountain cable car were spectacular. The guide made sure everything ran smoothly.
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Alma Cook August 14, 2026
5
We loved the cultural immersion on this tour. We visited local markets, tried regional foods, and learned about the customs of the mountain people. It felt like a true discovery.
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Zane Reeves August 06, 2026
4.7
The mystical China tour was an unforgettable experience. We saw some of the most beautiful landscapes we have ever seen. The guide was very knowledgeable about the geology and history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
QHow many days should I spend in Shanghai?
For first-time visitors, 2 to 3 days is usually enough for the Bund, Yu Garden, Lujiazui, Nanjing Road, and one local neighborhood experience. Add extra days for Disneyland, Suzhou, Hangzhou, or a water town.
QIs Shanghai a good first stop for a China trip?
Yes. Shanghai is easy for first-time travelers because it has major international flights, modern hotels, convenient transport, familiar city services, and good connections to Suzhou, Hangzhou, Beijing, and Xi'an.
QWhat is Shanghai best known for?
Shanghai is best known for its skyline, the Bund, colonial-era architecture, modern shopping, local food, museums, and nearby day trips such as Suzhou, Hangzhou, and ancient water towns.
QIs Shanghai more modern or traditional?
Shanghai is mainly known as China modern city, but it also has traditional gardens, old lanes, historic architecture, temples, and local food culture. A good itinerary should include both sides.
QWhat should first-time visitors not miss in Shanghai?
Most first-time visitors should prioritize the Bund, Yu Garden, Lujiazui skyline area, Nanjing Road, a local neighborhood such as the Former French Concession, and one museum or cultural stop.
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