China
Glories of China Fully Escorted Tour - 14 Days
Description:
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: Australia/Shanghai
Fly with Qantas or Cathay Pacific to Shanghai, where upon arrival we will transfer to our hotel for 3 nights.
Days 2-3: Shanghai
Shanghai is known as the ‘Paris of the East’. Experience the city on sightseeing tours of the Shanghai Museum and the famous Bund.This evening is our welcoming banquet of traditional Shanghai cuisine. On the following day visit the Yu Garden and Old Town, the Pudong New Economic Zone, explore the Xintiandi area with its 1920’s style ‘shikumen’ buildings unique to Shanghai. In the evening enjoy a stunning Huangpu River Cruise.
Day 4: Shanghai/Guilin
Enjoy the morning at leisure before flying to the beautiful city of Guilin and transfering to our hotel.
Days 5-6: Li River Cruise/Yangshuo
Relax on the spectacular Li River Cruise, whilst enjoying the breathtaking views. Spend tonight in the town of Yangshuo. Enjoy the colourful local markets before returning to Guilin the next afternoon. Visit the Reed Flute Caves.
Days 7-8: Xian
Visit Mt Diecai to view the stunning karst landscape before flying to the ancient city of Xian, where we enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao Banquet this evening. On the following day, visit the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th Century, the life-size Terracotta Warriors followed by the Ancient City Wall, one of the few remaining in all of China. This evening enjoy a performance of Tang Dynasty Dancing.
Day 9: Xian/Beijing
Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda, the Shaanxi Provincial Museum and stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to visit the Great Mosque and explore the interesting Islamic food markets. Afterwards fly to Beijing for 4 nights. Tonight enjoy a sample of the delicious local specialty, ‘Peking Duck’.
Days 10-12: Beijing
Beijing is a city full of wonders. Our first day of sightseeing includes a visit to famous Tiananmen Square and the treasure filled Forbidden City. Tomorrow take an exciting walk on the Great Wall, and tour the Temple of Heaven. The following morning enjoy a morning rickshaw tour through traditional Hutongs then visit the exquisite Summer Palace in the afternoon. Our evening entertainment will be a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show.
Day 13: Depart Beijing
Enjoy a shopping spree at the Silk Markets before boarding our flight to Australia.
Day 14: Arrive Australia
Arrive home this morning.
INCLUSIONS
* Return international economy class airfares
* All meals and accommodation
* All transportation, daily tours and entrance fees
* National Tour Escort accompanying you throughout your destination with a minimum of 10 passengers and/or English speaking local guides in each city.
* Visa fees for Australian passport holders
* Domestic taxes
* Australian departure taxes
* An impressive Wendy Wu Tours travel wallet
Images
What's Included
- Please see above
Looking for Family Deals? Call now for the best prices 1300 729 595
How to Book or Enquire
Online Bookings:
Simply Click the BOOK NOW button next to the deal you're interested in and forward us the Booking Form once completed.
Online Enquiries:
To enquire about this and other holidays head to our Enquiry Form, fill it in and send it off and we'll get back to you with more information as soon as possible.
Phone Bookings: 1300 729 595
All prices are based on two people sharing a twin room unless otherwise stated
Prices are subject to availability
Offers may be withdrawn at any time, without notice
Seasonal surcharges may apply-please ask for details.
Credit card conditions apply to most holidays.
VERY IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ NOW!
- Prices quoted by Holidayplanet DO NOT include airport taxes/fuel surcharges or where applicable, port taxes
- All airport taxes/fuel surcharges are based on your exact finalised flight itinerary
- Due to the ongoing volatility of fuel increases we cannot guarantee the exact prices in this area until time of balance payment
- Prices are NOT guaranteed until paid in full
- All our prices are in Australian Dollars (AUS$)