D1. Hometown/China
Depart home towards China while enjoying delicious meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment during our journey.

D2. Xian
Xian is the starting point of the historic Silk Road. Upon arrival, we are met by our tour guide to be transferred to the Luxurious Hotel. We drive by and stop on the Ancient City Wall and admire the fantastic sights.

D3. Xian (American Breakfast, Lunch, Special Dinner)
Xian, the former capital of China and enjoys a rich 5000 year old history. In 221 BC, Qin Shi Huang unified China and became its first emperor. When he died, an entire Terra Cotta Army was constructed to be buried along with the emperor. It was uncovered serendipitously in 1974 by farmers, and then became one of the century's great archeological discoveries. We will visit the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum, followed with a stop at the Bell Tower. Thereafter, we enjoy an Imperial Dumpling Banquet.

D4. Xian (AB, L, D)
The Big Wild Goose Pagoda, built in 648AD, is set in the middle of a large temple complex. The seven-floor-pagoda was built to house the Buddhist sutras brought to China from India by the monk Xuan Zang. On to tour the Shaanxi Historical Museum, which covers 65,000 square meters, The newly built modern building recreates Tang-dynasty architecture and successfully symbolizes the great extent of Shaanxi history and its remarkable culture. We enjoy the world famous Tang Dynasty Stage Show after dinner.

D5. Xian/Beijing (AB)
Fly to Beijing in the morning, Upon arrival, we are met by our tour guide to be transferred to the Luxurious Hotel, enjoy some free time in the capital of China.

D6. Beijing (AB, L, SD)
Beijing is the capital city of China. We embark for a full day tour which begins at the Tian An Men Square, noted as the largest public square in the world with its monuments and buildings situated around the square's perimeter. Thereafter we will visit the Forbidden City and Summer Palace whilst enjoying a walk along Lake Kunming. Dinner will then be served at a fabulous Peking Duck Banquet.

D7. Beijing (AB, L, D)
The Great Wall of China is one of the seven great man-made wonders of the world and is definitely the focal point of China. We will hike along the Badaling Pass of the Great Wall. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant followed by a visit to the historic Hutong and Alley of Beijing old town. Take in the many different sights and sounds of historic Beijing. Followed by a walk along the World Trade Street and enjoy the ‘Legend of Kungfu’ show.
 
D8. Beijing/Shanghai/Suzhou (AB, L, D)
Visit the Temple of Heaven , where the Emperor prayed for harvest in Ming and Qing dynasty. Walk along the New Qianmen Street and enjoy the beautiful Bird’s Nets and Water Cube up close. Later in the day, we board a flight to Shanghai, Stay over night at Suzhou, which is called ‘Venice of the East'.

D9. Suzhou/Watertown Wuzhen/Hangzhou (AB, L, D)
Visit the Lingering Garden, the Grand Canal with boat ride, and Suzhou Silk Spinning Factory. Take a 2-hours bus to Wuzhen, which is a thousand years old coastal town. The vast majority of the town is still comprised of ancient buildings that have become almost like natural features, perched on the banks of the rivers. It is an excellent example of ancient architecture. Sites of particular note include a local cloth printing workshop, an exhibition of antique beds from the Ming & Qing Dynasties and a museum of local folk culture. There will also be a tranquil cruise in Chinese gondolas.

D10. Hangzhou/Shanghai (AB, L, D)
Hangzhou is one of the seven capitals of ancient China, known for its tea products. Take small boat on the west lake, revealing the ethereal beauty of Hangzhou’s willow draped islands. Then visit Six Harmony Pagoda, which was built about 1000 years ago in Song dynasty. Take motor coach back to Shanghai in late afternoon. Hop aboard a cruise off the Huangpu River, taking in the magnificent twinkling night scenery of Shanghai.

D11. Shanghai (AB, SL)
The full day city tour includes a visit to Shanghai Old Street. Take in the local scenery of bustling shopping district Nanjing Road and travel along the famous Bund, a five-block long riverfront promenade containing many of Shanghai's banks and trading houses. Enjoy a traditional Mongolian BBQ Buffet lunch. After which we will visit Shanghai Museum to see the ancient Chinese art, furniture and jade. Today's dinner will be of independent choice.

D12. Shanghai/Hometown (AB)
We are transferred to the airport for our flight back home, or will begin the optional Post-Trip Extension.

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