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.
Evening
entertainment recommended
*Optional:Acrobatic
show.
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. We will spend plenty time to 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 of the first emperor who united China
(221BC-206BC).
Enjoy
our lunch include Xian's specialities. 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.
Evening
entertainment includes: 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.
Enjoy
walking through Muslim Square which leads into narrow winding
streets crammed with shop stalls selling an array of interesting
handcrafts and local food specialities. We also give time to visit
the Wooden Mosque. Afterwards we will visit the majestic
Bell Tower (exterior) for photo opportunities, and
Drum Towers (inside) where provides fantastic bird's view across
the city centre.
In
the afternoon we enjoy a leisurely walk & optional cycle ride on
the ancient city walls. The smooth & well preserved walls
make for an ideal and safe walking & 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, drive
to Leshan mountain and visit the Giant Buddha Statue. We
take a pleasant boat ride.
Chengdu
is also the home to the famous spicy Sichuan cuisine. Tonight, our
dinner is booked at an excellent Sichuan cuisine restaurant
where you can enjoy their delicious dishes.
Evening
entertainment recommended *Optional:
A variety style in one of the best show house, includes the famous
Chengdu face-changing performance. Ask for prices & details
at time of booking.
Day
9
Chengdu to Chongqing
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In the morning, we take a stroll down the historic Jin li Street
and Kuan zai Ally to observe the local culture and traditional
wooden tea houses. Then we go to the unique and well preserved Wenshu
Monastery, enjoy our vegetarian lunch there.
In
the afternoon, we take the fast train to Chongqing, the city with
the largest population in China. Upon
arrival, your local guide who will take you on a tour to see the
main sights in Chongqing including the People's Square. Later
we visit the Three Gorges Museum.
In
the evening after dinner we board our Yangtze cruise ship.
Day
10 Yangtze River
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Enjoy magnificent views as you sail the mighty Yangtze River. After
breakfast enjoy a shore excursion to the scenic Zhangfeimiao
or Fengdu (depends on sailing schedule). Entertainment and
organised activities on board, with Captain's welcome dinner
to attend.
Day
11
Yangtze River (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
Todays shore excursion is to the Shennong Stream or Lesser
3 Gorges (depends on sailing schedule). Our cruise today sails
through the spectacular Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge.
Entertainment and organised activities on board, with the farewell
dinner party in the evening.
Day
12
Yangtze River
/ Yichang to Guilin
(Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast we take a special shore excursion to see the Three
Gorges Dam project. Today the cruise ship passes through the
beautiful Xiling Gorge.
Arriving
at Yichang around noon, where we disembark and meet our guide who
will take you to the airport for your flight to Guilin.
Upon arrival meet our local guide and transfer to your hotel.
Day
13
Guilin (Breakfast,
Lunch)
Guilin
is a beautiful city set among picturesque mountains alongside the
majestic Li River. Many of our travellers loved Guilin
and Yangshuo very much.
We
take a tour to the delightful Fubo Hill or Elephant Trunk
Hill (depends on local situation). Later we visit Reed Flute
Cave, a vast underground cavern of exotic rock formations.
Evening
entertainment recommended *Optional:to
see the fantastic Ethnic Dragon dance theater show.
Day
14
Guilin to Yangshuo
(Breakfast,
Lunch)
After breakfast we take an hour drive to Zhujiang Dock, where
you will board our boat and start cruising down 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 and we will disembark upon arrival at Yangshuo,
a charming ancient town that is famous for its beautiful scenery.
Day
15
Guilin to Hong Kong
(Breakfast)
We
are driven to airport for flight to Hong Kong today. Upon arrival,
being met by our representative in Hong Kong and transfer to hotel.
Day
16 Hong
Kong
(Breakfast)
Half
day guided tour to the Victoria Peak, Stanley Market,
Aberdeen Fishing Village. Rest of the day is free at your
leisure. We
also recommend extending your stay in Hong Kong or
to Macau, full list of optional tours can be found Optional
tours
page.
Day
17 Hong
Kong - Homeward (Breakfast)
You
are transferred to the airport for your departure flight home, extension
of stay in Hong Kong is available.
Magical China Holidays 2012 Departure Dates & Prices (£)
Ref
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Thursday
|
Twin
share £
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Twin
share £ (Excluding international flights)
|
CHKYC
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8 March
|
2795
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2195
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CHKYC
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5,
12 April
|
2880
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2195
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CHKYC
|
10
May
|
2880
|
2195
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CHKYC
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7,
14 June
|
2880
|
2195
|
CHKYC
|
19 July
|
2995
|
2230
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CHKYC
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9, 16 August
|
2995
|
2230
|
CHKYC
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6 September
|
2950
|
2230
|
CHKYC
|
11
October
|
2950
|
2230
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CHKYC
|
1, 8 November
|
2950
|
2230
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Price
Includes (The
prices shown above are 'per person')
- Internal
flights 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 3/4 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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