Experience Overview
China takes you both back in time and into the future like almost no where else on earth. This 9 day adventure brings you to the Giant Buddha of Mt E'mei and the famous monasteries that surround and then invites you to float downriver on a bamboo raft outside Yangshuo. End the adventure in buzzy, vibrant, Shanghai-the perfect spot to fill up on authentic Chinese delicacies.
Highlights
- Travel off the beaten path to Mt Emei
- Spend time in Chengdu and Shanghai
- Ride a bamboo raft down the Li River.
Trip Details
Product Code: 8505
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Train, private vehicle, boat, walking, plane.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: Classic
Supplier Code: ACYS
Starts: Chengdu, China
Finishes: Shanghai, China
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating: Average
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Jia Community Restaurant, Yangshuo Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Leshan Giant Buddha Visit
- Hike around Emei Shan
- Yangshuo Orientation Walk
- Xing Ping Li River Bamboo Raft
- Jia Community Restaurant
- Free time in Emei Shan, Yangshuo, Shanghai
- Orientation walk in Shanghai
- The Bund Visit
- A Shanghai Museum
Accommodation
- Hotels (8 nights).
- 1 lunch
Transport
- Train, private vehicle, boat, walking, plane.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2099 (CAD $233 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Chengdu
Arrive at any time. Attend a welcome meeting in the evening followed by an orientation walk with your CEO in the area of Chengdu near the joining hotel. There will be an optional group dinner afterwards at a local restaurant.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Celebrity Ruicheng Hotel
Day 2: Chengdu/Emei Shan
Travel from Chengdu to Leshan this morning in a private vehicle. Upon arrival the group will have time to grab lunch on their own before the included visit to the Giant Buddha. The building of the monument began in the year 713 and finished in the year 803 taking more than 90 years to carve. Thousands of workers expended their efforts on the project. Then, drive to the foot of Mt. E'mei, located southwest of Sichuan Basin. Continue to the monastery.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - The evening is yours to explore the area around Mt. E'Mei and learn more about the region.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - See centuries-old Dafo, the largest Buddha in the world, at this UNESCO World Heritage site. Building started in 713 and this seated Maitreya was completed by 803 AD being 71 metres tall (233 ft). Opt to board a boat and head out into the Mingjiang River to get an overall view of the statue from afar. Explore carvings and temples before climbing down the path that travels from the statue’s head to its enormous toes.Accommodation - Chanlin Inn
Day 3: Emei Shan
Take the shuttle bus to Wannian Monastery Parking lot for the start of today's hike. Walk to Qingyin Ge, Guangfo Monastery, Fu hu Monastery, Shengshui Ge, Chun Yang Dian, Lei Yin Monastery. Finish at the WuXianGang Parking lot where the group can take the shuttle back to Baoguo Monastery, or choose to keep hiking to Fuhu Nunnery, then walking back to Baoguo Monastery. There will be free time before an optional group dinner in the evening.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Learn more about the significance of the area. Spend a full day exploring the monasteries, stunning vistas and sites of Mt Emei.
Emei Shan Hike takes 6h-10h. Lace up your hiking boots for treks around Emei Shan.Accommodation - Chanlin Inn
Day 4: Emei Shan/Yangshuo
Travel by private vehicle to Leshan train station and hop on a bullet train to Yangshuo. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel, get settled, and then go on a CEO-led orientation walk before an optional group dinner.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy a brief walk through Yangshuo. Get some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs.Transport - Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Zhangtai Heju Hotel Ubud Town
Day 5: Yangshuo
Drive to Xingping pier and navigate the stunning Li River on a bamboo raft. Afterwards, take the local ferry across the river to get to the Dabeicun Village. Set off on a short walking tour led by your CEO. End the walk at the Jia Community Restaurant where the group will have lunch.
Meals included: Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get on a local boat (called a bamboo raft) and enjoy the gentle ride along the Xingping section, known as the most beautiful portion of the Li River.Free_time - Spend a free time this afternoon to explore Yangshuo on your own. Opt for available activities in the area like a Tea Farm Visit, try Tai Chi, take part in a cooking class, or go to a light show.Activity - Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal served by rural women working to create new opportunities for their families. Since the migration of men to urban centres is common in rural regions, women and children now have a safe place to gather and learn together at Community Corners, created by the Rural Women's Development Foundation. In Liandaowan Village, you'll enjoy a meal and support women developing new work skills to become self-reliant. This initiative helps to create meaningful employment alternatives to agriculture as a source of income.Accommodation - Zhangtai Heju Hotel Ubud Town
Day 6: Yangshuo
Enjoy free time for more activities and to explore this beautiful area. Opt to join a cycling tour through the countryside which includes lunch with a local family.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - There's plenty to see and do in Yangshuo. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like taking a tai chi lesson, indulging in a traditional massage, and checking out the Li River Light Show. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!Accommodation - Zhangtai Heju Hotel Ubud Town
Day 7: Yangshuo/Shanghai
Catch a flight to Shanghai today and arrive in the late afternoon. Take an orientation walk down one of the city's most famous streets, Nanjing Road and The Bund, a famous waterfront on the west bank of Huangpu River with a great view of the city's skyline. During winter months, take an evening flight to Shanghai and enjoy a free morning in Yangshuo.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Catch a flight from Yangshuo to Shanghai.Activity - Take a stroll along the Bund, a main road that follows the Huangpu River, with your CEO. This is a great opportunity to get a layout of the city and figure out what you want to explore next.Activity - Take a stroll along the Bund, a waterfront area in the central part of Shanghai, and enjoy its spectacular array of Art Deco style buildings. Shanghai has one of the best collections of Art Deco architecture in the world, so enjoy this magnificent sight. Accommodation - Zhen Yue Hotel
Day 8: Shanghai
Temples, markets, gardens and colonial enclaves are around every corner. Spend some time immersed in Shanghai today. Start with a visit to the Shanghai Museum, one of the best in the country. Then, take the metro to Yuyuan Gardens for an optional visit and walk around the grounds. The remainder of the afternoon is free for optional activities in the area. There will be an optional group dinner in the evening.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit Shanghai Museum, home to a world-class collection of ancient Chinese art. Tour individual galleries devoted to such items as sculpture, bronze, ceramics, jade, coins, Ming and Qing Dynasty furniture, paintings, and calligraphy. Stop at the gift shop on your way out.Free_time - Enjoy free time in this bustling city.Accommodation - Zhen Yue Hotel
Day 9: Shanghai
Depart at any time.
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G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Richard B. - Traveled, June 2025
Generally positive.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/04/2025
Carmel B. - Traveled, June 2025
Once again, a well organized and enjoyable experience. Knowledgeable guide who shared local history and knowledge.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/04/2025
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