China’s stories are etched in stone and whispered in temple corridors. This journey leads you into the heart of its imperial past—where calligraphy masters still paint legends, where the Great Wall watches sunsets, and where every alley echoes with the past. It’s more than travel—it’s stepping into a legacy.
Duration: 10 nights
Best months: March-June & September-October
Price: from USD 9,750 per person, excluding flights
Country: China
Regions: Beijing, Xi’an, Luoyang & Shanghai
The Immersive Route
Beijing: Courts, Walls & Morning Light
Your journey begins in Beijing. Stay in a refined hotel near the Summer Palace. Rise early for a private Taiji lesson in gardens still touched by dawn. Wander through the Forbidden City—its red pillars, golden roofs, stories of emperors and empresses. Then, slip into quieter Hutong neighborhoods, seeking hidden tea houses, local markets and murals that tell centuries of daily life. The Great Wall awaits at Mutianyu: climb at your pace, breathe the views, descend by toboggan for a playful return.
Design, Culture & Northern Elegance
Luoyang & the Shaolin Legacy
From Beijing, travel to Luoyang. Here, ancient stone caves and the famous Shaolin Temple bring together martial discipline and spiritual calm. Practice kung fu moves with monks, observe traditional calligraphy, and explore temple halls where shadows move with history. In the calm after dusk, reflect by lantern light, slow and attentive to the silence shaped by stone and gong.
Xi’an: Warriors, Walls & Cultural Rhythms
Next stop: Xi’an. Here is where the famous Terracotta Army rests in eternal guard. With fewer crowds, you’ll see them in morning light, details sharp. Cycle the ancient City Wall, breeze through the Muslim Quarter tasting local noodles, meat skewers and preserves. Listen to drumbeats, watch lanterns glow, and let evening settle with stories and street spice.
Shanghai: Modern Pagodas & Hidden Pavilions
Finish in Shanghai, where China’s future rises in glass towers and neon lines. Stay in a luxurious riverside hotel. Navigate the French Concession’s tree-lined roads, sip tea in classical gardens, and explore the water town of Zhujiajiao with its arched bridges and bygone rhythms. As skyline lights reflect, enjoy a rooftop dinner where old meets new, tradition meets innovation.
Signature Moments You’ll Remember
- Private Taiji in serene gardens at sunrise
- Learning silk calligraphy or brush painting beside ancient walls
- Kung fu training with Shaolin disciples
- Cycling atop Xi’an’s city ramparts as evening falls
- Water town tranquility beside Shanghai’s river glow
Ready for Something Extraordinary?
We craft journeys that go beyond the ordinary—blending stunning landscapes with immersive cultural encounters. Designed for travelers seeking authenticity, wonder, and unforgettable memories.
Why Imperial China Echoes Inside You
Because some places don’t just show beauty—they awaken memory. Walking through courtyards that once housed dynasties, feeling ink roll off brush onto paper, watching monks move slow and precise, witnessing civilisations carved in clay—these are the moments that stretch time. You return not just with photos, but with ancient echoes in your mind and a sense of depth you didn’t arrive with.
