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Summary...
Group tour (or take as a private tour)
The Great Wall at Jinshanling
Beijing
Xian
Guilin
Shanghai
Direct British Airways Flights
- From £2299 per person
Enjoy a taste of China on this outstanding tour of the country’s principal
sights. In Beijing, see the Forbidden City, Great Wall and the Imperial Summer
Palace, and explore ancient lanes and parks. See the famous Terracotta Warriors
in Xian and discover Nanjing, capital of China during the Ming dynasty. Finish
the tour in vibrant Shanghai and witness the huge economic changes taking place
in China today
Itinerary
Day 1 To Beijing:
Overnight flight from London to Beijing with British Airways. (N)
Day 2 Beijing:
Arrive in Beijing and transfer to the Novotel Peace Hotel (see our comments
below) for 3 nights. Afternoon visit to the Temple of Heaven, dating from the
Ming dynasty and one of the city’s historic masterpieces. (N)
Day 3 Old Beijing:
Morning tour of the Forbidden City. After lunch at a local family’s residence,
take a pedicab tour of the hutong, the narrow winding back streets of Beijing.
Take a boat trip on Shi Cha Hai Lake. (B, L)
Day
4 Great Wall:
Take a full day excursion to the Great Wall at Mutianyu and the Ming Tombs. (B,
L)
Day 5 To Xian:
This morning, visit the Imperial Summer Palace. Fly to Xian and stay within the
city walls at the Grand New World Hotel for 2 nights. (B)
Day 6 Terracotta Warriors:
Full day visit to the Terracotta Warriors. Evening optional Tang Dynasty music
performance with dinner (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 7 To Guilin:
Morning visit to the Shaanxi Museum and the old city. Fly to Guilin and stay at
the Guilin Park Hotel for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 8 Li River:
Take a cruise down the Li River, through Guilin’s landscape of green limestone
hills, fishing villages and rice fields. Evening optional cormorant Fishing show
(payable locally). (B, L)
This cruise is amazing, some of the beautiful scenery you will ever see! You
might even be lucky like me and see the Water Buffalo.
Day 9 To Shanghai:
Morning excursion to Reed Flute Cave and Fubo Hill. This afternoon, fly to
Shanghai and stay at the Howard Johnson Plaza Shanghai for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 10 Shanghai:
Morning tour of Shanghai including the Shanghai Museum and Yu Yuan Gardens.
Afternoon at leisure or take an optional cruise on Huang Pu and visit the 88th
floor Observation Deck at the Jin Mao Tower (payable locally). (B)
Day 11 To London:
Transfer to the airport and fly to London with British Airways. (B)
Note:
The tour involves some long walks and climbing steps, and therefore requires a
good level of fitness.
Extensions:
see below for more details
Private Tour:
In addition to the Escorted Group departures, this itinerary may be taken at any
time as a Private Tour, please ask for details.
Our
comments on your hotels...
Novotel Peace Hotel, Beijing:
This hotel is located in the busy Wangfujing district, the historical, cultural
and shopping centre of Beijing. The hotel is a 45 Minute drive from Beijing
international airport, and a short walk from the Forbidden City and Tiananmen
Square. Great location, good for couples, families and single travelers. Walking
distance to the famous Beijing Night food market. Well worth a visit.
The Grand New World Hotel: This hotel enjoys an excellent location in the west district of Xian, 1.5 km from the City centre, 10 minute walk away from the Islamic Mosque and the local market. The hotel reception has an amazing sculptured backdrop of the Terracotta warriors which is simply stunning!. The hotel’s Chinese restaurant has a famous chef from Hong Kong whose Guangdong cuisine is often highly praised. Again a good all rounder for couples, families and single travelers.
The Guilin Park Hotel: Situated between Lake Guihu and Mount Laoren near the city centre. Guilin park commands some of the most picturesque views in Guilin Lying on a mountain slope, surrounded by green trees and fresh flowers, the building combines modern arts with a rich national flavor. Suitable for couples, families and single travelers.
Howard Johnson Plaza Shanghai: With its ideal setting in the heart of Shanghai’s financial district, the richly appointed 27 storey Howard Johnson Plaza Shanghai stands within easy access to the city most important business, cultural and entertainment hubs. Great all rounder. An evening visit to the cosmopolitan centre of Xiantandi is a must, here you can experience a wide variety of restaurants, designer shops or simply just sit outside in one of the popular Music or Jazz bars enjoying a chilled glass of wine and watch the world go by…..What a great way to relax and reflect on all the amazing sights you have seen so far in China.
Tour + Sanya
Relax on the beach at Sanya on peaceful Hainan Island, China’s emerging seaside
resort.
Day 11 To Sanya:
Fly to Sanya and stay at the Mandarin Oriental or the Marriott Resort & Spa for
4 nights. (B)
Days 12 -14 Sanya:
Days at leisure. (B)
Day 15 To Hong Kong:
Fly to London, via Hong Kong. (B)
Day 16 London:
Morning arrival. (N)
Tour + Koh Samui
This extension features a few days at a luxury hotel on the idyllic island of
Koh Samui. The itinerary features Bann Taling Ngam on Koh Samui, but alternative
hotels and islands can be arranged on a tailor-made basis. Please ask us for
more details.
Day 11 Hong Kong:
Fly to Hong Kong and stay overnight at the Regal Airport Hotel. (B)
Day 12 To Thailand:
Fly to Koh Samui. Arrive and transfer to Baan Taling Ngam for 4 nights. (N)
Days 13-15 Koh Samui:
At leisure. (B)
Day 16 To London:
Morning flight to London, via Bangkok. (B)
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Departures between |
Price (£) |
Single Supp |
Sole Supp |
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01 Jan 2012- 29 Feb 2012 |
2439 |
425 |
650 |
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01 Mar 2012- 31 Mar 2012 |
2489 |
425 |
700 |
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01 Apr 2012- 08 Apr 2012 |
2745 |
500 |
800 |
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09 Apr 2012- 31 May 2012 |
2645 |
500 |
800 |
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01 Jun 2012- 22 Jul 2012 |
2695 |
450 |
750 |
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23 Jul 2012- 22 Aug 2012 |
2845 |
450 |
750 |
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23 Aug 2012- 31 Oct 2012 |
2795 |
500 |
800 |
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01 Nov 2012- 31 Dec 2012 |
2595 |
425 |
700 |
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How to book...
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