Gems of Ancient China - 8 Days.

8 Days      Gems of Ancient China

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Destinations: Beijing, Xian, Shanghai
Tour Code: G03      

Day 1Arrive in Beijing

You'll be met by our guide at the airport and transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and get ready for your exciting China tour.

Day 2Beijing

Begin to explore Beijing from paying a visit first to the largest and grandest square in the world – Tiananmen Square. As walking through the square, you will come to the magnificent Forbidden City, the biggest palace complex in the world. Then, you will hop on a rickshaw to ride through the narrow alleys for a Hutong Tour, and pay a visit of a local family as well as have the lunch with local neighborhoods. Then go on to appreciate the fantastic Summer Palace, the biggest and best-preserved imperial garden so far. (B+L)

Day 3Beijing

The sightseeing today starts from exploring the great Temple of Heaven where emperors of Ming and Qing Dynasties had worshipped heaven and prayed for good harvest. Afterwards, you will be guided to the snaking Mutianyu Great Wall, an uncrowded section with comfortable round trip cable car to take and picturesque scenery to enjoy. As for lunch, it will be offered at an elegant restaurant at the foot of the Great Wall. At night, the dinner is arranged to let you taste mouthwatering and authentic Peking Duck. (B+L+D)

Day 4Beijing-Xian

After breakfast, take a chance to have a close view of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube on the way to Beijing 798 Art Zone where you will be able to touch the unique sense of culture and have lunch on your own. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Xian. Upon your arrival at Xian, your local guide will meet you at airport and then transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is left on your own.
Once was the military-industrial factory complex since early 1950's, Beijing 798 Art Zone has more than 200 art & culture galleries. Meanwhile, it is often compared with New York's Greenwich Village. (B) 

Day 5Xian

The highlight of the tour today lies in the world-shaking Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses where you might be shocked by the rows of life-size warriors in order. After a local featured dainty lunch, drive back to the hotel and passing by the Big Wild Goose Pagoda – the sign of ancient Xi'an. Make a stop and choose the best angle to view this "Leaning Tower of China", you will also be amazed by those exquisite architectures and sculptures on the two sides of the square in the front of the pagoda. (B+L)

Day 6Xian-Shanghai

Today is the last day of your tour in Xi'an. First, the guide will lead you to explore the ancient City Wall, which had been constructed for over 600 years to protect the city from an attack (Bicycle Riding on the wall is included). Then head into the Great Mosque to enjoy the combination of Islamic and Chinese cultures. After lunch, you will be transferred to the airport to take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will be driven to the hotel. (B+L) 

Day 7Shanghai

Today, you will be guided to visit Shanghai Museum to view the splendid Chinese treasures, and then take a walk around the Bund. After tasting tasty lunch, continue to visit the Yuyuan Garden and its surrounding market. Finally, amble along the alleys in Tianzifang, a neighborhood full of stalls, restaurants, cafes and shops of selling local stuff. (B+L)

Day 8Depart from Shanghai

Get to the airport and board your homeward flight by yourself. Your memorable China tour ends. (B)

Tips: If you need, we could offer transfer service from hotel to Hongqiao or Pudong Airport, extension tour to other cities like Suzhou, Hangzhou, etc. or flight and hotel reservation service in all cities.

Description

Duration:

8 Days

Meals:

Meals at popular local restaurants

Entertainment:

Transfer:

Within a City: Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Between Cities: Economy class

Hotel:

 Mercure Beijing Downtown (4 Star);   Grand New World Hotel, Xian (4 Star);   Ramada Plaza Gateway Hotel Shanghai (4 Star);  

Services Inclusions

1. Admission fees: to sightseeing spots & activities specified;
2. Meals: as specified above;
3. Tour guides: excellent private English-speaking guide.
4. Accommodations: hotels based on double/single occupancy as specified;
5. Transfers: domestic flights & land transfer with drivers as specified;
6. Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour;
7. Government taxes & fees.

Services Exclusions

1. International transportation: including flights to/from China;
2. China visa fees;
3. Gratuities to guides & drivers and any expense of personal nature.