Day
1
Depart from Heathrow or your preferred airport for scheduled flight
to Beijing. Meals on board.
Day
2
Beijing
Upon arrival in Beijing, you will be greeted at the airport by our
English speaking guide and transferred to your hotel by private
transport. The rest of the day is at your leisure to recover from
jet lag and get ready for the adventure to come! (China is 8 hours
ahead of UK GMT)
Day
3 Beijing
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
A
full day city tour to soak up the atmosphere of Beijing. This includes
visiting historical sites such as Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen
Square and the Forbidden City.
Our
welcome dinner in the evening provides an opportunity to
sample various type of Chinese cuisine.
Day
4 Beijing
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
The
highlights of today's visit is to the Great Wall (Mutianyu
Section), the quieter and less commercial section compare with some
others. You will have plenty of time to walk along the wall and
enjoy unforgettable views. For those who prefer an easier way up
to the wall, a cable car is available (payment required locally
approx £5).
Our
memorable day continues with a trip to the Beijing Bird's Nest
Olympics Stadia & the Water Cube swimming stadium (exteriors
only). Have a stroll in the large Olympic square and enjoy great
photo opportunities. Later we experience the famous Peking Roasted
Duck dinner to conclude this unforgettable day.
Day
5 Beijing
to Xian (Breakfast,
Lunch)
Visit the 12th century Summer Palace, Kunming Lake and the
Garden of Harmony before taking the ferry next to the famous Marble
Boat. In the next part of the tour enjoy a fascinating Rickshaw
ride through the 'Hutong' residential area of Beijing
to see how local people live. Our guide will then escort you to
Houhai, a popular relaxing eating out place for both Western
and Chinese tourists. For travellers who would like to experience
shopping in China, we can take you to the popular shopping street
- Xiushui Silk Market.
In the evening, we take a flight to Xian, the former capital of
China and starting point of the ancient Silk Road.
Day
6 Xian
(Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
An
exciting day awaits you as we head to the Terra-cotta Warriors
Museum. You will visit the luxury underground palace of Emperor
Qinshihuang, The Archaeological Museum of 6,000 life-size Terracotta
Warriors and their horses. The warriors were the after life protectors
the first emperor who united China (221BC-206BC). Our lunch is arranged
at the dining restaurant in the Museum, where you can enjoy a selection
of cold and hot dishes (buffet style), and the Xian speciality noodles.
Following this we will visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, built
as a Buddhist Monastery during the Tang Dynasty. We enjoy the jovial
atmosphere around the beautiful Pagoda and picturesque boulevard
where Xian residents come to meet & relax.
In
the evening we go to enjoy a re-enactment of the royal arts performance
of a 7th century Tang Dynasty Show, with a special Dinner
of dumplings included.
Day
7
Xian to Chengdu
(
Breakfast, Lunch)
After
breakfast we explore Xian and visit the old Muslim Quarter
of the City which is home to large Ethnic Muslim Chinese community,
who have lived in the city since the silk road was established.
Our tour including visiting Muslim square, the Wooden Mosque and
later we will have great photos opportunities of the Bell and
Drum Towers.
In
the afternoon we enjoy a leisurely walk & cycle ride
on the ancient city walls. The smooth & well preserved
walls make for an ideal and safe cycling route around the inner
historic city centre and are a charming way to enjoy the local lifestyle
of Xian.
Late afternoon take a flight to Chengdu, the home of China's most
famous residents, the Giant Panda.
Day
8
Chengdu
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast we drive to the Giant Panda Breeding Research
Base to visit the giant pandas. You have plenty time to watch
the Pandas in their playful activities and see them enjoy their
Bamboo meals.
After
lunch, we take a pleasant stroll down the historic Jin li Street
and Kuan zai Ally to observe the local culture and traditional
wooden tea houses.
Chengdu
is also the home to the famous spicy Sichuan cuisine. Tonight, our
dinner is booked at one of the best Sichuan cuisine restaurants
in Chengdu where you can enjoy sampling their delicious dishes,
such as "Noodles carried on a pole" (Dan Dan Noodles).
*Optional
evening entertainment can be arranged to see a very entertaining
variety style show that includes the famous Chengdu face-changing
performance. Ask for prices & details at time of booking.
*Tour
option: you can opt your afternoon tour to Leshan mountain and visit
the Giant Buddha Statue (by boat ride). It is about 1.5 to 2 hours
drive from Chengdu. Supplement apply.
Day
9
Chengdu
to Tibet,
Lhasa (Breakfast,
Lunch)
Today we take a morning flight to Tibet, Lhasa. Upon arrival you
will be met and transferred to your hotel. Time to relax and acclimates
to the high altitude of Tibet.
Day
10 Lhasa
(Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
In the morning, visit the famous and imposing Potala Palace,
which was built in the 7th century for the King. In the afternoonwe
visit Jokhang Temple and stroll in the famous local Parkhor
Street bazaar.
Day
11 Lhasa
(Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast our tour of Lhasa continues with todays visit to
the Dreprung Monastery. The monastery is the biggest Monastic
University of Tibet and contains a fascinating collection of beautiful
Buddhist chapels and colleges.
Day
12
Lhasa
(Breakfast)
A free day to explore the ancient city of Lhasa and soak up the
atmosphere.
Day
13
Lhasa to to
Guilin
(Breakfast,
Lunch)
Upon
arrival in Guilin, our guide meets you at the airport and transfer
to hotel. After rest, we visit the delightful Fubo Hill,
and Reed Flute Cave, an underground cavern of exotic rock
formations.
Day
14 Guilin
/ Yangshuo (Breakfast,
Lunch)
Depart your hotel in the morning and take an hour drive to Zhujiang
Dock to board our ship for our Li' River Cruise. Enjoy cruising
on the picturesque Li River with lime stone pinnacles, water buffalos,
farms and villages on both sides of the river bank. Lunch
will be served on board. Disembark your ship when arriving in Yangshuo,
an ancient town that is famous for its beautiful scenery.
Drive back to Guilin in the evening. (Includes: Breakfast, Lunch)
Day
15
Guilin
- Shanghai (Breakfast,
Lunch)
Morning
transfer to Guilin Airport for our flight to Shanghai where
our guide will meet you upon arrival and check into your hotel.
After
having a rest,
we start our
city tour of Shanghai which will include visiting Yu Garden,
famous for its rock gardens, pavilions, halls and ponds. We marvel
at the futuristic landscape and magnificent towers on the famous
promenade along the Huangpu River, the Bund and Nanjing
Road. Finally our tour takes us to see the historic side of
Shanghai. We visit the traditional low-rise homes, which was the
former French quarter in colonial times and known locally as
'Heaven on Earth'.
Day
16 Shanghai
(Breakfast)
We leave today free for you to explore the cosmopolitan city.
Day
17
Shanghai
to home (Breakfast)
Be taken by private car from your hotel to the Maglev train
station in Shanghai, where our local guide will assist you to board
the futuristic and super fast Maglev train with a top speed of 267mph.
The
train will take you to the airport in time for your flight homeward.
Hong
Kong extension (from £399* per person)
Day
17 Shanghai
to Hong Kong
(Includes: Breakfast)
You
will be met at your hotel and taken by private car to the Maglev
train station in Shanghai. With the assistance of our local
guide, board the futuristic and super fast Maglev train
which will take you to the airport for your onward flight to Hong
Kong.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel (superior/moderate deluxe standard).
The rest of day is free at leisure
Day
18
Hong Kong (Includes:
Breakfast)
Half
day morning tour to the Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen
Fishing Village. Rest of the day is free.
Day
19
Hong Kong - Homeward
(Includes: Breakfast)
You
are transferred to the airport for your departure flight.
OR,
for the same price, you may choose the option of 3 nights/4 days
in Hong Kong incl a flight to Hong Kong. (flight & accommodation
only)
Departure
Dates & Price - per person (£)
Ref
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Every Thursday
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Twin
share
|
Twin
share (excluding international flights)
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MCT
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Early March
|
2730
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2080
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MCT
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Mid
March - April
|
2880
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2180
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MCT
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May
|
2880
|
2180
|
MCT
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June
|
2730
|
2080
|
MCT
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July
|
2830
|
2080
|
MCT
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August
|
2830
|
2080
|
MCT
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September
|
2880
|
2180
|
MCT
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October
|
2880
|
2180
|
MCT
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November
|
2730
|
2080
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The
price may be different around the bank holiday period in the UK,
and the festival periods in China. Please contact us for confirmation.
Single supplement is based on 3 people in 1 group.
We
also arrange private tour or tailor made departure according to
this itinerary, please contact us to discuss your requirement.
Price
Includes (The
prices shown above are 'per person' in Mainland China)
- Internal
flights withing China & Tibet including airport tax.
- Twin
share price includes International flights with full ATOL Protection.
(International flights based upon London, Heathrow departure).
We can also arrange departures from your local airport.
- All
airport/hotel transfers.
- Sightseeing
tours (including entrance fee) by professional English-speaking
tour guide.
- Selections
of good 4 star hotel and 5 star cruise accommodation in well furnished
rooms with private facilities. In Hong Kong it is 3 star standard.
- Meals
as specified in the itinerary.
Price
Does Not Include
- Visa
fee (please go to Our
Visa Service for
details).
- Travel
Insurance.
- Optional
tours and extensions
FAQ
and further Tour information
Please
see our FAQ
page for further essential tour information.
The
itinerary is designed according to the most updated information
of flights available, although on rare occasions the sequence in
which cities are visited, duration of time spent can change due
to local conditions which are out of our control. The above itinerary
highlights the main attractions that are to be visited each day.
Further places of interest may be visited during your stay, which
will provide unique ethnic and cultural handcraft shopping opportunities.
We reserve the right to change, amend or alter the itinerary, although
we will act in your best interests to handle any amendments. Please
refer to the booking form for detailed terms & conditions.
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