1
Beijing
4 nights
Capital culture, Great Wall and first confirmed round
Next →High-speed rail to Xi’an: about 4.5–5.5 hours plus station transfers
Grand China Golf & Cultural Odyssey
A private grand tour of China with golf in Beijing, Kunming, Lijiang and Shanghai.
Duration
25 Days
24 Nights
Golf Rounds
4
18 Holes Each
Difficulty
Moderate
Moderate
Group Size
2-8 People
Golfers
Best Season
April–May and September–October
Beijing, Xi’an, Yunnan, Sichuan, Hunan, Guangxi & Shanghai
Planning Budget
US$15,500–22,500 per person
Indicative land range
01 Overview
China’s great cultural and landscape route, with four carefully confirmed rounds
A 25-day private journey through Beijing, Xi’an, Kunming, Lijiang, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie, Guilin and Shanghai, combining China’s defining cultural and landscape experiences with four carefully protected golf days.
Signature Grand China Journey
Best for
Couples, private groups and club hosts with three-plus weeks who want a once-in-a-lifetime China journey rather than a golf-only holiday
Recommended length
25 days / 24 nights
Best months
April–May and September–October
Gateway plan
Arrive Beijing; depart Shanghai
Journey pace
Seven travel regions, four protected golf days and no golf scheduled on inter-city transfer days
Course strategy
Confirm one priority round each in Beijing, Kunming, Lijiang and Shanghai. Treat private clubs and high-altitude golf as requests with route-compatible alternatives.
Ways to tailor it
- Add a Dali stop between Kunming and Lijiang
- Replace one cultural day with recovery or spa time
- Add a Beijing–Shanghai business or hosted-event component
Route plan
A route built around real travel time
Schematic route plan — not to scale. Times are planning estimates and vary with traffic, border, weather and the final hotel.
2
Xi’an
3 nights
Terracotta Warriors and ancient-capital touring
Next →Domestic flight to Kunming
3
Kunming
3 nights
Spring City golf and Yunnan scenery
Next →Flight or rail to Lijiang, selected by final schedule
4
Lijiang
3 nights
Highland golf request, old town and mountain scenery
Next →Domestic flight to Chengdu
5
Chengdu
3 nights
Pandas, tea houses and Sichuan cuisine
Next →Flight or high-speed rail to Zhangjiajie, schedule dependent
6
Zhangjiajie
3 nights
National Forest Park and Tianmen Mountain
Next →High-speed rail to Guilin; reserve a full transfer day
7
Guilin / Yangshuo
3 nights
Li River landscapes and countryside
Next →Domestic flight to Shanghai
8
Shanghai
2 nights
Final confirmed round, Bund and departure
Indicative land budget
US$15,500–22,500 per person
Indicative land budget for 25 days, based on four guests sharing, four proposed rounds, domestic air sectors, private transport and luxury hotels.
- • Hotel and room category across eight bases
- • Domestic flight timing and baggage plan
- • Private-club access and weekend supplements
- • Private guides, dining and group size
This is a planning range, not a fixed package price. Hotel category, room mix, domestic flights, golf access and guide coverage are confirmed in the dated proposal.
Hotel and room plan
Luxury city hotels, Spring City or comparable Kunming resort stay, and boutique or luxury mountain hotels in Lijiang, Zhangjiajie and Yangshuo
Use twin rooms for golf pairs and king rooms for couples. Each hotel is selected for easy vehicle access, breakfast timing and a sensible route to the next transport sector.
Specific hotels remain proposed until room type, benefits, taxes, cancellation terms and operating status are confirmed for the dates.
Course confirmation and alternatives
- 01Confirm exact dates, player count and golf priorities
- 02Check visitor access, maintenance and tee-time windows in all four regions
- 03Match golf days to hotel and airport/rail transfers
- 04Reconfirm every golf service and alternative before arrival
Alternative plan
Hold one accessible Beijing and Shanghai alternative; in Lijiang, convert the high-altitude round to a culture day or lower-altitude golf option when access, weather or individual comfort requires it.
Read our confirmation standards →Before you travel
Entry documents
Check visa or visa-free eligibility against every traveler’s nationality, passport and the complete multi-city routing before non-refundable arrangements.
Golf bags and domestic transport
Private vehicles, domestic flights and rail sectors are selected only after bag count and hard-case dimensions are confirmed. We avoid requiring guests to manage bags during long transfer days.
Lijiang altitude
Lijiang’s elevation can affect guests differently. High-altitude golf stays optional and should follow each traveler’s own health guidance.
Make the key decisions before you book
Use these practical guides alongside the dated proposal; entry rules, carrier conditions and club access must always be checked for your exact trip.
Route FAQ
Questions specific to this journey
Why is there no golf in Chengdu?+
Chengdu is intentionally used as a cultural and recovery base for pandas, tea houses and Sichuan food. The third round moves to Lijiang so Yunnan becomes a coherent golf-and-landscape section.
Are all four named golf days guaranteed?+
Each day is protected in the route, but final course names and tee times are confirmed for the travel dates. Private-access requests and the Lijiang round always have an agreed alternative.
Can this be shortened?+
It can be reduced to about 20 days by removing one cultural day in several cities, but 25 days is the recommended version because every major transfer and golf day remains unhurried.
Price this route for your dates
The form opens with this itinerary selected. Share dates, group size, room preference and priority courses for a dated proposal.
Request this itinerary02 Tour Highlights
Four protected golf days in Beijing, Kunming, Lijiang and Shanghai
The Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, pandas, Zhangjiajie and the Li River
Private guides, domestic flights and high-speed rail coordinated as one journey
A measured pace with recovery time between long-distance transfers
03 Detailed Itinerary
Day-by-day journey
1
DayArrive in Beijing
Private airport welcome and a relaxed hotel check-in.
Travel planning: Beijing airport to central hotel: allow about 45–90 minutes.
Beijing
2
DayImperial Beijing
Explore the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven with a private guide.
Beijing
Breakfast
3
DayGreat Wall and Beijing golf
Morning at a quieter Great Wall section, followed by the first protected golf day subject to confirmed access.
Beijing
Breakfast
4
DayBeijing at leisure
Summer Palace, hutong lanes and time to recover before the next transfer.
Beijing
Breakfast
5
DayBeijing to Xi’an
Travel to Xi’an by high-speed rail or flight, selected around the final routing.
Travel planning: Beijing to Xi’an high-speed rail: about 4.5–5.5 hours plus private station transfers.
Xi’an
Breakfast
6
DayTerracotta Warriors
A privately guided visit to the Terracotta Warriors and the old city walls.
Xi’an
Breakfast
7
DayXi’an food and history
Explore the Muslim Quarter, Great Mosque and Tang-era history at a considered pace.
Xi’an
Breakfast
8
DayXi’an to Kunming
Fly to Kunming and settle into Yunnan’s spring-like climate.
Travel planning: Xi’an to Kunming is planned as a domestic flight day.
Kunming
Breakfast
9
DayKunming golf
A full golf day at Spring City or another confirmed Kunming course, with a verified alternative held where appropriate.
Kunming
Breakfast
10
DayStone Forest and Kunming
Visit the Stone Forest or choose a lighter city and tea experience.
Kunming
Breakfast
11
DayKunming to Lijiang
Fly to Lijiang and acclimatise gently in the old town.
Travel planning: Kunming to Lijiang is selected between flight and rail after final timetable and bag count are known.
Lijiang
Breakfast
12
DayLijiang golf
A dedicated highland golf day, with tee time and course access reconfirmed before final payment.
Lijiang
Breakfast
13
DayLijiang culture and landscape
Choose Jade Dragon Snow Mountain or a Naxi culture-focused day based on weather and interests.
Lijiang
Breakfast
14
DayLijiang to Chengdu
Fly to Chengdu for a cultural and culinary stop, with no golf scheduled.
Travel planning: Lijiang to Chengdu is planned as a domestic flight day.
Chengdu
Breakfast
15
DayChengdu pandas and food
Visit the panda base early, then explore Sichuan cuisine and a traditional tea house.
Chengdu
Breakfast
16
DayChengdu heritage
A flexible heritage day around Jinli, Wuhou Shrine or a private cooking experience.
Chengdu
Breakfast
17
DayChengdu to Zhangjiajie
Fly to Zhangjiajie and transfer to the hotel with time to rest.
Travel planning: Chengdu to Zhangjiajie uses the best direct flight or rail option for the travel date.
Zhangjiajie
Breakfast
18
DayZhangjiajie National Forest Park
A full private-guided day among the sandstone pillars and forest paths.
Zhangjiajie
Breakfast
19
DayTianmen Mountain
Cable car, mountain views and a choice of gentler walking routes.
Zhangjiajie
Breakfast
20
DayZhangjiajie to Guilin
Continue by flight to Guilin and enjoy a quiet arrival evening.
Travel planning: Zhangjiajie to Guilin requires a full transfer day; rail availability is checked before proposal.
Guilin
Breakfast
21
DayLi River to Yangshuo
Cruise or private boat experience on the Li River, then continue to Yangshuo.
Yangshuo
Breakfast
22
DayYangshuo countryside
Explore the karst countryside by bicycle, car or a relaxed village walk.
Yangshuo
Breakfast
23
DayGuilin to Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai for the final city chapter of the journey.
Travel planning: Guilin to Shanghai is planned as a domestic flight day.
Shanghai
Breakfast
24
DayShanghai golf and city
Play the final confirmed round in Shanghai, followed by the Bund or a private dining experience.
Shanghai
Breakfast
25
DayDeparture from Shanghai
Private transfer to Shanghai Pudong or Hongqiao Airport.
Travel planning: Central Shanghai to airport: allow about 30–90 minutes according to airport and traffic.
Breakfast
04 What's Included
Included
Private touring and transfers
Accommodation and daily breakfast
Specified sightseeing and guide services
Domestic transport as confirmed in the final proposal
Golf arrangements for four planned rounds
Not Included
International flights
Visa costs
International golf-bag carriage fees
Meals and drinks not specified
Optional room upgrades and personal expenses
Price and Booking
Indicative land budget
US$15,500–22,500 per person
Indicative land budget for 25 days, based on four guests sharing, four proposed rounds, domestic air sectors, private transport and luxury hotels.
Tour Information
Duration25 days / 24 nights
Golf Rounds4 Rounds
Group Size2-8 People
DifficultyModerate
Best SeasonApril–May and September–October
AccommodationLuxury city hotels, Spring City or comparable Kunming resort stay, and boutique or luxury mountain hotels in Lijiang, Zhangjiajie and Yangshuo
GuideProfessional English
TransportLuxury Vehicle
