The China Reserve® — Bespoke Journeys Through China, with a red 瑰宝 seal
Winding river and limestone mountains above green fields and villages in golden light

12 DAYS · A PRIVATE CULTURE JOURNEY

The Southern Collection

Heritage villages, river landscapes, and two of Asia’s most compelling urban addresses.

A JOURNEY TO MAKE YOUR OWN

Your days in China.

DAY 01 · ShanghaiWelcome to Shanghai

Your private arrival transfer brings you to your selected hotel. Keep the rest of the day flexible for rest, a short orientation walk, and an easy dinner after your flight.

DAY 02 · ShanghaiA City Across the River

Walk the Bund, comparing the historic waterfront with Pudong’s contemporary skyline. Continue into leafy streets for architecture, galleries, and a leisurely lunch.

DAY 03 · ShanghaiArt, Gardens & a Personal Afternoon

Combine Yu Garden or a museum with time for your own interests. Contemporary design, a food walk, and a river cruise are possible additions, confirmed for your dates.

DAY 04 · HuizhouContinue to Huizhou

Travel onward to Huizhou by the rail, flight, or private transfer specified in your proposal. Settle into your next stay and enjoy a light introduction rather than a full sightseeing schedule.

DAY 05 · HuizhouThe Village as a Work of Art

Explore traditional Hui architecture, courtyards, and village lanes with a local guide. Consider a craft session or regional meal, with hosts and timing confirmed ahead of travel.

DAY 06 · Guilin & YangshuoContinue to Guilin & Yangshuo

Travel onward to Guilin & Yangshuo by the rail, flight, or private transfer specified in your proposal. Settle into your next stay and enjoy a light introduction rather than a full sightseeing schedule.

DAY 07 · Guilin & YangshuoAlong the Li River

Travel through the Li River landscape, with boat arrangements selected around your comfort and schedule. Settle into Yangshuo for an evening beneath the limestone peaks.

DAY 08 · Guilin & YangshuoThe Countryside at Your Pace

Explore villages and fields beside the Yulong River. Choose gentle walking or a guided bicycle outing, with time for a long lunch and a restful afternoon.

DAY 09 · Guilin & YangshuoTea & Local Flavors

Build a day around a tea visit and a cooking session, or simply enjoy your retreat. We choose the format and level of activity around your interests.

DAY 10 · Hong KongContinue to Hong Kong

Travel onward to Hong Kong by the rail, flight, or private transfer specified in your proposal. Settle into your next stay and enjoy a light introduction rather than a full sightseeing schedule.

DAY 11 · Hong KongHarbor & Hillside

Discover the harborfront and the neighborhoods climbing above it. Pair a city walk with a considered dining reservation and time to enjoy your hotel.

DAY 12 · Hong KongA Considered Farewell

Enjoy a final morning in Hong Kong, as your departure time allows. Your transfer is coordinated with your flight or rail reservation. Extend the stay if you would like more time.

The details that make it yours.

Discuss preferred room categories, walking distances, dietary needs, and time for independent exploration. Your written quotation identifies hotels, private guides, transfers, domestic rail or flights, entrance arrangements, and included meals. International airfare, insurance, personal expenses, and optional experiences are excluded unless expressly included.

Shared cruises, attraction shuttles, and scheduled services are identified before booking. No prices or hotel availability are implied by this sample itinerary.

Another way to see China.

MADE TO MEASURE

Make room for the China you imagine.

Tell us the places, pleasures, and pace that matter to you. We’ll shape the journey around them.

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