Highlight of China
March/April /May/Sep/Oct/ 2009
The extensive sightseeing trip cross BeiJing, Xian, ZhouZhuang ShangHai, HangZhou,SuZhou.
6 cities which includes: The Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the Qin--Terracotta Warriors at Xian, and the gardens of Suzhou, West Lake. All are among the world's must-see UNESCO World Heritage sights. Modern city Shang Hai Bund waterfront.
Itinerary
Day 1
Departure from Scotland
Day 2 Beijing (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Tian’anmen Square / The Forbidden City / Hutong. Today’s sightseeing starts from Tian’anmen Square, the central heart of Beijing. Walking through the Tian’anmen Gate (Gate of Heavenly Peace), explore the intriguing Forbidden City, one of the most complete ancient imperial palaces in the world. After lunch, go to the Drum Tower from Beihai where we take rickshaws for a fascinating tour of Beijing’s hutongs-old narrow streets lined with ancient courtyard houses, giving us a glimpse into the daily life of Beijing residents.
Day 3 Beijing (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: The Great Wall / The Ming Tombs Special Offer: Peking Opera A highlight of any Beijing stay is a walk on one of the Eight Wonders of the world--the Great Wall at Badaling Path. Stroll ancient promenades, step into watchtowers, and photograph the wall rising and falling over impossibly steep mountain ridges will become life time memories. The journey will be continuing to Change, one of the Ming Tombs once lavish burial chambers of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. End your day with yet another highlight, an evening at the Peking Opera.
Day 4 Beijing (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: The Summer Palace / The Temple of Heaven
Special Offer: Beijing Duck
No visit is complete without travel to another Beijing gem—extravagant Summer Palace, one of China’s largest and best-preserved imperial gardens. After lunch at local restaurant, continue to the Temple of Heaven, which was used to offer sacrifice to heaven and pray for good harvest in ancient times. At the end of the day, indulge in a succulent Beijing Duck.
Day 5 Beijing / Xi’an (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: The Bell Tower / The Ancient City Wall Special Offer: Tang Dynasty Show Fly to Xi’an, gateway to the ancient Silk Road that once linked China with travelers from as far away as Rome and Istanbul. The capital of eleven dynasties, Xi’an is one of the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Upon arrival sightseeing the Bell Tower, the symbol of Xi’an, and the Ancient City Wall. It is one of the best examples in China of an outstanding traditional city defence system and urban design. In the evening, indulge in a Tang Dynasty Show featuring music, dance, and traditional costumes.
Day 6 Xi’an (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Terra cotta Warriors and Horses / Big Wild Goose Pagoda / Shaanxi Provincial Museum An extraordinary day of sightseeing shows one of the greatest archaeological excavations of the 20th century: the army of life-size Terra cotta Warriors and horses. After coming back to the city, visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, one of the most distinctive and outstanding Buddhist pagodas in China. Then to the Shaanxi Provincial Museum, a museum exhibits the historical relics and precious art treasures from Hand and Tang dynasties.
Day 7 Xian/ Shanghai (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Jade Buddha Temple Special offer: Acrobatic Show Take morning flight to Shanghai, the largest commercial and financial cent er of China. Shanghai is a striking blend of eastern and western cultures, with European-style buildings stand alongside typical Chinese structures and ancient temples. Today’s sightseeing starts from mystical Jade Buddha Temple, one of the most famous and attractive Buddhist temples in Shanghai. Tonight, enjoy the daring performance of Shanghai’s famous Acrobatic Show.
Day 8-9 Shanghai (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Bund / Nanjing Road / Yu Garden / Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Today tour the diverse attractions of this vibrant, trend-setting metropolis. Stroll Bund waterfront lined with Art Deco building from colonial era and the sleek new skyscrapers of her futuristic Pudong District. The journey will be continuing to the Nanjing Road, one of the two major commercial streets in China (in addition to Wangfujing in Beijing). Step into the past as you cross zigzag bridge into the famous Yu Garden, one of the remarkable representations of the gardens in ancient southern Chinese-styles. This is followed by a visit to the highest TV tower in Asia, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. The tower like large and small pearls dropping on a plate of jade has become a new icon of this dream like city.
Day 10 Shanghai / Zhouzhuang / Shanghai (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Zhouzhuang Today takes coach to Zhouzhuang, one of the best waterside towns with more than 900 years history. The town is famous for the small water lanes and the riverside ancient buildings. Highlights in Zhouzhuang include Water lanes & Stone bridges. According to archaeologist that almost every piece of the ancient town is an art work. Over recent years, more and more tourists have been coming to this town.
Day 11 Shanghai / Hangzhou (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: West Lake / Lingyin Temple Depart for Hangzhou by coach, the city Marco Polo once called “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world.” With perfect juxtaposition of water and mountain, the city has rich historical and cultural relics. Your first stop will be a cruise across West Lake to experience peace and serenity. Your journey will be continued to the nearby Lingyin Temple, one of China’s ten largest Zen (Chan) Temples famous for the Buddhist iconographical figures carved into its side.
Day 12 Hangzhou / Suzhou (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Inquiring About Tea at Dragon Well / Tiger Hill
This morning depart for Suzhou by coach, a city known as museum of cultural relics famous for its resplendent gardens and beautiful scenery. More recently, new set of top-ten views were added to the modern literary tourist’s itineraries. Inquiring About Tea at Dragon Well is one of them. This is followed by a visit to the Tiger Hill. With more than 2500 years history, the tiger hill Pagoda in the park is the landmark of Suzhou city.
Day 13 Suzhou / Shanghai (B/L/D)
Sightseeing: Lingering Garden Today’s sightseeing starts from another Suzhou gem, the Lingering Garden, one of the four most famous classical gardens in China. Suzhou is known for its embroidery, silk and gardens. The gardens exemplify delicate designs, containing hills and ponds, terraces, corridors and towers. Before returning to shanghai learn about silk manufacturing and visit the Embroidery Institute. The rest of the day will be free at leisure.
Day 14 Shanghai/Home (B)
Free at leisure until transfer to the airport for your homeward flight.
Fees include:
- Four star hotel accommodation + 3 meals daily
- Sightseeing entrance tickets in every city.
- Air-conditioning coach when traveling
- Internal flights in China
Not included in the package price:
- Tips to Guides and Drivers.
- China Visa fee.
- Single Room Supplements (as the above quotation for accommodation is based on twin sharing room)
- Insurance coverage of personal loss, illness, or damages incurred during your trip.
Tariff (Unit: UK £ per passenger, 4 star hotel based on twin sharing room) |
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GroupSize / Pax |
Costs |
Costs |
Single |
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2-5 |
955 |
1499 |
360 |
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6-9 |
895 |
1399 |
320 |
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From 10 PAX |
795 |
1299 |
280 |
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