China

Venturing into China for the first time is an encounter with an ancient culture, where millennia-old traditions, architectural marvels like the Great Wall, and tranquil temple gardens coexist with the pulsating energy of futuristic metropolises. It's a journey that captivates the senses, offering a rich palette of experiences from the delicate flavors of Peking duck to the silent majesty of the Terracotta Army, each revealing the depth and dynamism of China's enduring heritage.

• Arrival in Beijing: check into a luxury hotel with views of the city skyline, dine at a Michelin-starred Peking duck restaurant.

• Cultural Heritage in Beijing: have an early morning Tai Chi lesson with a master in the Temple of Heaven, a private tour of the Forbidden City, and after-hours access to the Palace Museum.

• Great Wall Experience: enjoy a helicopter flight to the Great Wall, followed by a Champagne brunch on the battlements. That evening, receive an Exclusive Great Wall sunset experience with a classical Chinese music performance.

• Xi’an and the Terracotta Warriors: travel via first-class high-speed train to Xi’an and have a personalized viewing of the Terracotta Army with an archaeologist.

• Shanghai’s Splendor: stay in a luxury hotel on the Bund, and enjoy a tailored shopping excursion with a personal stylist to navigate Shanghai's exclusive boutiques.

• Hangzhou’s Serenity: go on a private boat tour on West Lake with traditional Chinese tea service, and visit a renowned Longjing tea plantation with a private tea tasting.

• Chengdu’s Pandas: visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding with a behind-the-scenes experience. Participate in a Sichuan cooking class with a local chef, learning to make authentic mapo tofu.

• Guilin’s Natural Wonders: Take a Li River cruise with a luxury bamboo raft. Charter a private helicopter tour over the karst mountains and rice terraces.

• Tibetan Highlands: Experience Lhasa with luxury accommodations offering views of the Potala Palace. Have a private tour of Jokhang Temple and a Tibetan Buddhism lesson with a local monk.

• Hainan Island Retreat: Enjoy a beachfront stay at a five-star resort in Sanya with a private yacht excursion for snorkeling or diving in the South China Sea.

• Departure from Hong Kong: finish your stay in Hong Kong with a luxury harbor-view suite and a farewell dinner at a top-floor restaurant overlooking Victoria Harbour.