China Uncovered: Avatar, AI, Culture & Cuisine

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Discover Chongqing's modern cityscape, dazzling night views and Wulong Karst landscapes
Explore spectacular Avatar landscapes and natural wonders in Zhangjiajie
Experience the future in Guangzhou and Shenzhen with flying cars, drones, robotics and AI
Uncover Chinese traditions through Foshan's Kung Fu heritage and vibrant lion dance
Taste your way through Southern China with foodie experiences in Chongqing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong

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Trip Features

Active Elements

Includes light adventure or movement for added discovery.

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Family Vacations

Trips that are perfect for families of all ages and sizes.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Active Elements

Includes light adventure or movement for added discovery.

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Family Vacations

Trips that are perfect for families of all ages and sizes.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive in Chongqing

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Chongqing Day & Night: Iconic Sights, Local Flavors & City Lights

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Wulong Karst Excursion

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High Speed Train to Zhangjiajie

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Avatar Adventure on Tianzi Mountain

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Tianmen Mountain, Heaven’s Gate & Glass Bridge

DAY

High Speed Train to Guangzhou

DAY

Guangzhou Flying Cars, AI & Cantonese Cuisine

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Foshan Excursion: Kung Fu Legend & Lion Dance Show

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Shenzhen Stopover: Drones, AI & Robots

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Hong Kong Food Discovery

DAY

Day at Leisure in Hong Kong

DAY

Depart from Hong Kong

Travel Itinerary

Trip Starts

Trip Stop

Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

DAY

Arrive in Chongqing

Transfer

Chongqing Airport to Chongqing - City Centre (Jiangbei District)

Your Accommodation

Moxy Chongqing

Moxy Chongqing is a stylish, modern hotel offering a convenient base for exploring the city's iconic attractions, renowned food scene, and vibrant nightlife. Contemporary rooms and lively social spaces create a relaxed atmosphere, while the 29th-floor revolving restaurant offers panoramic views across Chongqing's dynamic downtown skyline.

Duration

3 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

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Chongqing Day & Night: Iconic Sights, Local Flavors & City Lights

Day Tour

Half Day Chongqing Highlights: Liziba Station, Hongyadong & Three Gorges Museum with Lunch

Begin the tour with a visit to Liziba Station, a remarkable feat of engineering. The metro here seems to defy gravity - running through a mountain, immediately passing under a river, and even cutting through a residential building, where the 6th floor serves as the station hall, the 7th floor houses equipment, and the 8th floor is the platform. Continue to the Hongyaadong complex, famous for its dramatic cliffside stilt houses (diaojiaolou), a traditional architectural style inspired by ancient Ba culture and long used along the Yangtze and Jialing rivers. The lively area is filled with local food stalls, shops, and teahouses showcasing Chongqing’s distinctive flavors and crafts. After dark, its illuminated terraces create one of the city’s most iconic and photogenic sights. Then visit the Three Gorges Museum, the largest monographic museum in China. The museum serves as a center for cultural preservation, education, and scientific research, showcasing the history, cultural relics, and natural environment of Chongqing and the Three Gorges region.

Day Tour

Chongqing by Night: Hidden Eats & City Lights

Set out on an evening adventure through Chongqing's vibrant food scene and dazzling nightscape. Explore the atmospheric streets of the old town, stopping at hidden eateries, family-run establishments and local favorites to sample 4-5 authentic specialties. Taste everything from silky ice tofu pudding and handmade dumplings to crispy, juicy pan-fried buns and Chongqing's signature spicy and sour sweet potato noodles. Along the way, discover both traditional dishes and modern local favorites that showcase the city's dynamic food culture. After sampling Chongqing's flavors, take in the city's spectacular evening atmosphere. Admire the countless lights illuminating the hillsides and reflecting across the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers, creating a breathtaking nighttime panorama. If visiting on a Saturday evening, enjoy the added spectacle of the Chongqing Drone Show, when hundreds of illuminated drones take to the sky above the two rivers, creating a mesmerizing display.

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Wulong Karst Excursion

Day Tour

Full Day Wulong Karst Geological Park Excursion with Lunch

Take a full day excursion to Wulong Karst Geological Park, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site located about 2.5 - 3 hour drive from downtown Chongqing. This breathtaking park is renowned for its dramatic karst landscapes, where limestone cliffs, deep gorges, and verdant forests have been sculpted over millions of years. Upon arrival, explore the park on foot and by elevator, immersing yourself in the magnificent scenery and fresh mountain air. The highlight of the park is the Three Natural Bridges, the largest group of natural bridges in Asia. This spectacular formation includes Tianlong Bridge, Qinglong Bridge, and Heilong Bridge, which span the Yangshuihe Gorge, connecting the surrounding mountains from north to south. Walking among these colossal stone bridges, you’ll witness the grandeur of nature up close - the soaring cliffs, verdant vegetation, and deep gorges make it a paradise for photography and nature lovers alike. The area is also home to rich biodiversity, with wildlife and unique plant species adding life to the dramatic landscape.

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High Speed Train to Zhangjiajie

Transfer

Chongqing - City Centre (Jiangbei District) to Chongqing Station

Rail

Chongqing Station to Zhangjiajie Station

Your guide will escort you through the train station to the train platform to board the train. On arrival at the station, meet your guide on the train platform.

Transfer

Zhangjiajie Railway Station to Zhangjiajie - City Centre

Your Accommodation

Lee's Boutique Resort

Lee's Boutique Resort is a stylish boutique retreat located near Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in the scenic Wulingyuan area. The resort offers elegant lake-view rooms, personalized service, and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by mountains and rivers. It's an ideal base for travelers looking to explore Zhangjiajie's famous natural landscapes in comfort.

Duration

3 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

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Avatar Adventure on Tianzi Mountain

Day Tour

Full Day Avatar Adventure on Tianzi Mountain with Cable Car & Heavenly Elevator

Step into the breathtaking landscapes that inspired the world of Avatar on this full-day journey to Tianzi Mountain, one of the most iconic areas within Zhangjiajie's Wulingyuan Scenic Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its dramatic sandstone pillars, mist-filled valleys, and sweeping canyon views, Tianzi Mountain is often described as a "floating landscape," where shifting weather and light transform the scenery throughout the day. Rising over 1,200 meters above sea level, it offers unforgettable panoramic views across an endless forest of stone peaks, deep ravines, and layered cliffs. Begin your experience with a scenic cable car ride soaring above the canyon, revealing breathtaking aerial perspectives of the mountains below. At the summit, explore cliffside walkways and carefully positioned viewpoints that showcase some of the most dramatic vistas in the park. After taking in the scenery, descend into the valley on the famous Bailong Elevator - the world's tallest and fastest outdoor sightseeing lift - for a thrilling ride down the sheer rock face with spectacular views all the way to the forest floor.

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Tianmen Mountain, Heaven’s Gate & Glass Bridge

Day Tour

Full Day Zhangjiajie Adventure: Tianmen Mountain, Heaven's Gate & Glass Bridge

Start your day at Tianmen Mountain, one of Zhangjiajie's most iconic natural landmarks and the first recorded mountain in the region's history. Rising to an elevation of around 1,518 meters, it is best known for the dramatic natural arch carved into its midsection - Tianmen Cave, often called the "Heaven's Gate." Begin your ascent on one of the world's longest cable car rides, gliding up the steep mountainside with sweeping views of forested peaks, deep valleys, and the famous winding "99 Bends" mountain road below. At the summit, explore a series of cliffside walkways and glass skywalks that cling to the edge of the mountain, offering thrilling perspectives over the dramatic landscape. The highlight is Tianmen Cave itself, which you can reach either by climbing the iconic 999 steps or by taking the built-in escalators that cut through the cliffs. After descending the mountain, continue by road to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, a spectacular natural area often described as an open-air museum of the region's unique geology. Here, discover scenic highlights such as One-Line Sky, Butterfly Spring Waterfall, Tianhe River Viewing Deck, and other striking rock formations and viewpoints that showcase the canyon's lush, dramatic beauty. A major highlight of the day is crossing the world-famous Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge - the longest and highest glass-bottom bridge in the world. Suspended high above the canyon floor, it offers an exhilarating experience as you walk across transparent panels with panoramic views stretching across cliffs, forest, and misty valleys, creating the sensation of walking through the clouds.

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High Speed Train to Guangzhou

Transfer

Zhangjiajie - City Centre to Zhangjiajie Railway Station

Rail

Zhangjiajie Station to Guangzhou South Station

Your guide will escort you through the train station to the train platform to board the train. On arrival at the station, meet your guide on the train platform.

Transfer

Guangzhou South Railway Station to Guangzhou

Your Accommodation

Hampton by Hilton Guangzhou Dongxiaonan

Experience modern comfort at Hampton by Hilton Guangzhou Dongxiaonan, a stylish hotel ideally located in one of Guangzhou's dynamic neighborhoods. Contemporary rooms, on-site dining options, and convenient metro access provide the perfect base for discovering the city's renowned shopping, diverse culinary scene, and cultural landmarks. Combining reliable Hilton hospitality with exceptional value.

Duration

3 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

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Guangzhou Flying Cars, AI & Cantonese Cuisine

Day Tour

Half Day Exclusive XPENG Technology Park Experience: Flying Cars, AI & Smart Mobility

Explore the future of mobility with an exclusive visit to XPENG Technology Park. Discover the Intelligent Travel Experience Center, XPENG AEROHT Flying Car Museum, Intelligent Manufacturing Institute, XPENG Flagship Showroom, and AI Technology Exhibition Area, where you'll explore the latest innovations in smart electric vehicles, intelligent manufacturing, robotics, and future transportation. Enjoy interactive sessions on automotive technology and intelligent manufacturing, followed by hands-on activities such as the Screw Tightening Challenge and DIY car model assembly. The experience concludes with an official XPENG Certificate of Completion, making it an inspiring and memorable STEM learning journey.

Day Tour

Half Day Taste of Guangzhou: A Food Tour Discovery

Discover Guangzhou through its vibrant food scene on a private culinary experience led by a local who knows the city’s hidden gems. Wander through lively neighborhoods, tucked-away food streets and traditional markets, gaining insider knowledge and discovering where locals shop, eat and gather. Sample an enticing selection of authentic Cantonese specialties, from silky Double Skin Milk and Ginger Milk Pudding to fragrant Black Sesame Soup, traditional Sweet Dessert Soup, Bowl Rice Pudding and freshly prepared Rice Noodle Rolls. Depending on your preferences, you may also have the chance to try crispy fried fresh milk, beef offal, bubble tea and other beloved local treats. Along the way, your local host shares personal stories, culinary traditions and recommendations, offering a deeper insight into Guangzhou’s rich food culture. The experience can be tailored to your interests, whether you want to explore historic old-town neighborhoods, browse bustling local markets or seek out hidden street-food stalls.

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Foshan Excursion: Kung Fu Legend & Lion Dance Show

Day Tour

Full Day Foshan Discovery: Kung Fu Legends, Lion Dance & Ceramic Traditions

Embark on a cultural journey to Foshan, a historic city renowned as the birthplace of Southern Kung Fu, lion dance traditions, and ceramic craftsmanship. Begin your exploration at the iconic Foshan Ancestral Temple, where you will discover the stories and legacies of legendary martial arts masters Yip Man (Ip Man) and Wong Fei Hung (Huang Feihong), whose influence helped introduce Chinese Kung Fu to the world. While at the temple watch Foshan’s legendary lion dance, a vibrant art form combining martial arts, acrobatics, music, and storytelling. Deeply rooted in Guangdong culture, lion dance performances are traditionally believed to bring luck, prosperity, and protection, making them an essential part of Chinese festivals and celebrations. Continue to Nanfeng Ancient Kiln in Shiwan, known as the “Capital of Ceramics in Southern China.” Dating back over 500 years, the historic kiln remains in operation today and offers a fascinating glimpse into Foshan’s long-standing ceramic traditions. Stroll through the ancient kilns, traditional workshops, and historic lanes to experience the craftsmanship and daily life of generations of ceramic artisans. Complete the visit with a walk along Shiwan Ceramic Doll Street, where charming ceramic artworks and handcrafted pieces are displayed in traditional arcade-style shops.

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Shenzhen Stopover: Drones, AI & Robots

Day Tour

Full Day Future in Motion: Exploring Shenzhen from Guangzhou to Hong Kong

Embark on a full-day technology discovery journey connecting Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. After hotel pickup in Guangzhou, travel to Shenzhen, one of the world’s leading innovation hubs, to experience how cutting-edge technologies are transformed into everyday solutions. Discover Shenzhen’s smart city innovations through a series of immersive experiences. Try drone food delivery, where meals are transported through the air and delivered to designated pickup stations, offering a glimpse into the future of urban services. Experience autonomous driverless taxis navigating Shenzhen’s streets, powered by advanced AI systems that enable safe and efficient transportation without a human driver. Continue to the world’s first Robot 6S Tech Store, showcasing the latest developments in the robotics industry. Explore a diverse range of technologies, including humanoid robots, robotic dogs, service robots, industrial robots, and AI-powered solutions. The store highlights the complete robotics ecosystem, from core components and software development to real-world applications in education, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality, and daily life. After the tour, your guide will accompany you to Shenzhen Railway Station and assist with boarding the high-speed train to Hong Kong.

Transfer

to Kowloon - Mongkok

Your Accommodation

Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok

Discover the prime location of our Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok. We're ideally positioned just 7 minutes from Mongkok MTR station with convenient connections to Hong Kong International Airport. Shop in style as you explore one of the most popular shopping districts in Kowloon. Take the whole family to visit colorful street bazaars or discover the vibrant nightlife and more. Guest rooms feature floor to ceiling windows offering breathtaking garden and harbor views. Business travelers can catch up with work at the in-room work station with ergonomic chair. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel. Unwind in front of the 40-inch HDTV equipped with local and cable channels. Special touches include a laptop safe and modern amenities. Experience views of Victoria Harbor, Victoria Peak and Hong Kong Island from the 24-hour fitness center and rooftop pool. Start the day with our full buffet breakfast or dine on Cantonese cuisine at Eagle's Garden.

Duration

3 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

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Hong Kong Food Discovery

Day Tour

Private Half Day Kowloon Foodie Tour

Explore Sham Shui Po, one of Hong Kong's most fascinating neighborhoods on a food trail walking tour. This region in old Kowloon houses a plethora of foodie hot spots, from decades old eateries serving Hong Kong's most beloved dishes, to specialty food stores with delicacies that give Cantonese food its subtle yet rich flavors. Along the tour visit a Hong Kong style café, a soy specialty store, a dumpling house and a noodle restaurant for food tastings. This area is a chef's hidden heaven!

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Day at Leisure in Hong Kong

Enjoy the day as you wish. If you would like to arrange an activity, excursion, or other experience, please contact your Goway Destination Specialist.

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Depart from Hong Kong

Transfer

Kowloon - Mongkok to Hong Kong International Airport

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Heaven's Gate, Tianmen Mountain

Food Delivery by Drone, Shenzhen

Chongqing Drone Show

Lion Dance, Guangzhou

Chinese Dumplings, Kowloon

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Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

Hong KongFrequent Showers

32°C / 90°F

101mm / 4.0"

GuangzhouOccasional Showers

35°C / 95°F

74mm / 2.9"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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Leo Liu

Destination Specialist

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It is very enjoyable to travel in China by high-speed train, but you should avoid travelling during the National Holidays from October 1 to 7 and from May 1 to 4, as they get extra busy.

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Lydia Guo

Destination Specialist

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Jinxian Road in Shanghai is a small road but full of superb, Michelin-recognized restaurants. I highly recommend visiting here on your travels to China.

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Lydia Guo

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China's many beautiful natural sights and rich cultural areas are what I love most about visiting. Some of my personal favourites are Yunnan's Shangri-La, Xinjiang, Zhangjiajie, and the 5 Great Mountains.

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China Uncovered: Avatar, AI, Culture & Cuisine

Trip Features

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

Arrive in Chongqing

Chongqing Day & Night: Iconic Sights, Local Flavors & City Lights

Wulong Karst Excursion

High Speed Train to Zhangjiajie

Avatar Adventure on Tianzi Mountain

Tianmen Mountain, Heaven’s Gate & Glass Bridge

High Speed Train to Guangzhou

Guangzhou Flying Cars, AI & Cantonese Cuisine

Foshan Excursion: Kung Fu Legend & Lion Dance Show

Shenzhen Stopover: Drones, AI & Robots

Hong Kong Food Discovery

Day at Leisure in Hong Kong

Depart from Hong Kong

Detailed Itinerary

Arrive in Chongqing

Chongqing Day & Night: Iconic Sights, Local Flavors & City Lights

Wulong Karst Excursion

High Speed Train to Zhangjiajie

Avatar Adventure on Tianzi Mountain

Tianmen Mountain, Heaven’s Gate & Glass Bridge

High Speed Train to Guangzhou

Guangzhou Flying Cars, AI & Cantonese Cuisine

Foshan Excursion: Kung Fu Legend & Lion Dance Show

Shenzhen Stopover: Drones, AI & Robots

Hong Kong Food Discovery

Day at Leisure in Hong Kong

Depart from Hong Kong

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Explore what moves you.

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Know when to go.

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