This program features an incredible journey to three of China’s
signature tourist destinations. This tour is designed for
travelers with limited time who wish to make to most of their trip
to China. It offers our guests a unique opportunity to sample
China’s most spectacular sites in just 8 days. Your expedition to
China will
include explorations to two of China's greatest ancient capitals,
followed by a visit to one of the world's most modern and vibrant
cities.
In
Beijing, you will visit some of China’s legendary landmarks known to
the world's most distinguished travelers. Our tour includes
extensive sightseeing to Beijing's must-see attractions including the Forbidden City,
Ming Tombs,
The
Summer Palace, Tian'anmen
Square, Temple of Heaven, and of course, the magnificent Great
Wall of China.
Next, you will spend two memorable nights in Xian, the largest
metropolis in northwestern China, a beautiful ancient capital
for over 1,060 years of 13 dynasties. During your visit, you will
enjoy memorable visits to the Tomb of Emperor Qin Shihuang,
home of the life-sized terra-cotta warriors; the Greater Wild
Goose Pagoda; and the impregnable Xian City Wall.
Your tour concludes inShanghai, the most modern, yet historically significant city in China. It is a world-renown shopping, gourmet and
entertainment paradise that has the world at your fingertips.
Day 2. Today's city tour includes the Forbidden City, the
Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square. (B,L)
Day 3. A full-day tour to the Great Wall at Mutianyue and
Cable Car Ride, followed by a visit of The Ming Tombs. This evening
enjoy a traditional Peking Duck dinner followed by an awe-inspiring
"Legends of Kung Fu" Performance. (B,L,D)
Day 4.
Fly to Xian. Enjoy brief city sightseeing of Xian (time permitting)
followed by transfer to
Shangri-la Golden Flower
Hotel
(Superior) OR Sofitel Xian
(Deluxe). (B)
Day 5. Full-day tour visits the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the
Terra Cotta Warriors Museum. This evening enjoy a Tang Dynasty dinner
and cultural show. (B,L,D)
Day 7. Full-day tour visits the Old Town, Yu Yuan Garden, the
Jade Buddha Temple and the Bund. This evening enjoy a dinner at a
local restaurant followed by The Shanghai Acrobatics Show. (B,L,D)
Day 8. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
2009/10 Price Chart (Prices good thru March 31st, 2010)
Hotel
Half
Twin
Single
Supplement
LS
HS
LS
HS
Superior
(SUP)
1,745
1,965
495
695
Deluxe (DLX)
1,955
2,145
695
895
Tour requires
minimum of 2 passengers to operate
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
LS= Low Season: December - February
HS= High Season: March - November
Price includes all entrance fees, tax
and service charges at hotels & restaurants
Prices excludes personal expenses, and
gratuities to guides and drivers.
China
visa required for entry. Not included in package.
Passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of trip return.