Day 1 Arrive Beijing (D)
Arrive in Beijing, the capital of the Peoples’ Republic of China, is a city of amazing contrasts – an ancient capital with incredible historical sites, and a bustling modern metropolis hosted the 2008 Olympics. Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to your 4-star hotel.
Hotel: Best Western Beijing or similar (4*)
Day 2 Beijing (BLD)
Morning tour to Tiananmen Square, located in the |
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heart of the capital, and the Imperial Palace, known as the Forbidden City - one of the greatest feats of ancient Chinese architecture. Afternoon sightseeing includes the Temple of Heaven, where the Emperors prayed for good harvests and rain, or gave thanks for the harvest. Welcome Peking Duck Dinner in the evening.
Day 3 Beijing (BLD)
Full day excursion to the Great Wall - the landmark of China. It is one of the most amazing feats of human labour - the only man-made construction on earth visible from outer space. After lunch, visit the 2008 Beijing Olympic Park and Olympic village. We will walk in the world's biggest Olympic Park and have a glimpse of the Olympic stadiums, such as Bird's Nest - National Stadium, and Water Cube - National Aquatics Center. Finally visit the Summer Palace - a former summer resort area of the royal family.
Day 4 Beijing - Xian (BLD)
After breakfast, have Hutong tour by rickshaw. This maze of narrow alleyways winding around the Forbidden City is fast disappearing, and you'll get a precious glimpse into their distinctive culture as you zigzag through them. Then take flight to Xian, Spend the afternoon at one of the best museums in China, the Shaanxi History Museum in Xian. Among the 400,000 items on display are treasures from many of the Dynasties, including some magnificent bronzes and porcelain, many of which have never been on permanent display before.
Hotel: Tianyu Gloria Plaza Hotel or similar (4*) |
Day 5 Xian (BLD)
Full day excursion to the unparalleled highlight Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses at the Tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor in China. Added highlights are a visit to the Huaqing Hot Spring - a former resort area especially for the emperors and the royal family and a visit to Banpo Village - the remains of a neolithic village dating back 6,000 years. Primitive tools and household utensils are displayed in the Banpo Museum.
Day 6 Xian to Guilin (BLD)
Fly to Guilin in the morning. Sightseeing begins with visits to the most famous Reed Flute Cave, which is regarded as the largest and most impressive cave in Guilin, Elephant Trunk Hill, a landmark and a pearl among the natural tourist attractions in Guilin. Finally tour to Fubo Hill, up where you can climb for panoramic view of the city.
Hotel: Guilin Plaza Hotel or similar (4*) |
Day 7 Guilin – Yangshuo (BLD)
A cruise along the Li River between Guilin and Yangshuo is an unforgettable experience. As you take in the stunning scenery, there is something interesting to see at almost every bend in the river. Between spectacular limestone peaks, you'll see graceful bamboo groves, farmers tending rice paddies, and lumbering water buffaloes pulling carts or cooling off in the river. You may see fishermen gliding along on their narrow bamboo rafts and fishing cormorants. You can spend the afternoon exploring the little town and wandering at the West Street, or take an optional excursion to the local villages.
Day 8 Yangshuo- Guilin – Shanghai (BLD)
After breakfast, drive back to Guilin, and then fly to Shanghai, |
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the bustling commercial heart of China, known as "Paris of the East". Stroll along the lively waterfront "The Bund" - the old colonial sector, which is home to a myriad of European-styled buildings that face the Huangpu River.
Hotel: Best Western New Century Hotel Shanghai or similar (4*)
Day 9 Shanghai (BLD)
Full day sightseeing includes the Temple of the Jade Buddha where two rare jade statues of Sakyamuni Buddha are treasured, the fascinating Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Museum.
Day 10 Depart Shanghai (B)
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, check out and transfer to the airport. Your fascinating journey comes to an end as you board your international flight home. |
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