Tour Itinerary
Day 1. Hometown to Beijing (In-flight Meals)
Depart home towards China while enjoying delicious meals, drinks, and in-flight
entertainment during the journey.
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Day 2. Beijing (IM)
 Beijing Capital International Aiport (PEK)
Upon arriving in Beijing, we are met by our tour guide and to be transfered to
luxurious hotel where we relax and enjoy the evening.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Downtown 5 star
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Forbidden City (Gu Gong or the Imperial Palaces)
Day 3. Beijing (American Breakfast, Lunch, Special Dinner)
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. Next, we will
tour the Forbidden City (Gu Gong or The Imperial Palaces), which is the imperial
palace for Ming and Qing emperors for 500 years. The Third Ming Emperor
YongLe moved the capital of China to Beijing in early 1400. UNESCO cited
“The Imperial Palaces provide outstanding examples of the greatest palatial architectural
ensembles in China”. Summer Palace is described by UNESCO as “a
masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design”, we enjoy a walk along Lake
Kunming. Dinner will be served at Quan Ju De - The best Peking Roasted Duck
restaurant in the world. In the evening, enjoy a lively Peking Opera performance
at the Li Yuan Theatre.
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Great Wall of China(Chang Cheng)
Day 4. Beijing (AB, L, SD)
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 Mutianyu
Pass of the Great Wall (cable car service included), which is the best preserved
part. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant followed by a visit to Sacred Way of the
Ming’s Tomb, from Yongle Emperor onwards, 13 Ming Dynasty Emperors were
buried in this area. Enjoy the famous Lijiacai for dinner, Lijiacai is one of the
best Chinese aristocrat cuisine in Beijing, traces its origin to the Ming and Qing
dynasty, president Clinton and his family had party here in 1999.
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Day 5. Beijing (AB, L)
Start our last day tour in Beijing by visiting Temple of Heaven, where the emperors
spray for harvest. Followed with old Beijing Hutong and Alley, take in the
many different sights and sounds of historic Beijing. Afternoon activities include
a close visit to the Bird’s Net National Stadium, Water Cube and the New Qianmen
Street. Dinner will be served at your own desired.
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Ancient City Wall (Cheng Qiang)
Day 6. Beijing/Xi’an (AB, L, SD)
Take a flight to Xi’an in the morning and visit the Ancient City Wall upon arrival.
Walking along the Great Mosque in the afternoon, which is one of the oldest,
largest and best-preserved Islamic mosques in China; Visit the Provincial History
Museum which houses a large collection of historic and cultural artifacts
unearthed in Shaanxi Province. A sumptuous buffet dinner will be served in the
evening.
Hotel: Hyatt Regency 5 star
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Terra Cotta Warriors (Bing Ma Yong)
Day 7. Xi’an (AB, L, SD)
Xi’an, 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. 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 and shortly
after watch the world famous Tang Dynasty Stage Show.
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Day 8. Xian/Guilin (AB, L, D)
To finish up our tour in Xian, we take a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and then depart Xian for Guilin by air. Upon arrival, visit the Reed Flute Cave.
Hotel: Grand Waterfall Hotel 5 star
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Day 9. Guilin/Yangshuo (AB, L, D)
The highlight of today is a leisurely 4-hour cruise down the Li River,
passing through valleys, bamboo groves and rice fields. Lunch will be
served on board our luxurious cruise. The rest of the day would be spent
as leisure on your own. Ride a bicycle or walk to the countryside and experience
the real Chinese Farmer’s life. Enjoy the folk musical show Liu
san jie in the evening. this show is a must see and worth all the money
you spend. It is a huge outdoor performance. The participants in the show
are all local, mostly from Zhuang and Yao background. Liu Sanjie is a
story that originates from the Zhuang minority people. The Zhuang are
the largest minority group in China. The story is about a legend of a
woman called Liu Sanjie, which means “third sister”.
Hotel: Yangshuo Sovereign Hotel 4 star
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Day 10. Yangshuo/Guilin/Shanghai (AB, L, SD)
Driving back to Guilin in the morning, we finish up the tour in Guilin by
visiting the Fobo Hill Park. Fly to Shanghai in the afternoon, take dinner
at Lv Bo Lang Restaurant, it locates by the nine-twist zigzag bridge in
the Old City God Temple, which has hosted heads of state from more
than 40 foreign countries, such as President Clinton. Hop aboard a cruise
off the Huangpu River, taking in the magnificent twinkling night scenery
of Shanghai.
Hotel: Okura Garden Hotel 5 star
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The Bund (Wai Tan)
Day 11. Shanghai (AB, L, SD)
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. In the afternoon, we
will visit Shanghai Museum to see the ancient Chinese art, furniture and
jade, with special exhibits and a collection of 120,000 precious works of
art, this has become a favorite destination for tourists and local people.
You can easily spend a few hours to examine its rich and high-quality
collection of ancient Chinese bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy.
Tonight you will have local Shanghai Cuisine as dinner.
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Day 12, Shanghai (AB)
Today you can decide to have a free day on your own or join our one day
tour to Suzhou (or Hangzhou) at only $99 per person, include lunch. or Shanghai EXPO center at $139 per person, include lunch.
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 Maglev Train
Day 13, Shanghai/Hong Kong (AB)
Taking Maglev train to Pudong airport, We board our international flight
to Hong Kong. Hong Kong is called the “City of Life” because it exudes
a zest for life. The very air is charged with energy and exuberance. Hong
Kong’s unique fusion of East and West exhilarates. English speaking representative
will greet and assist us to hotel shuttle bus, spend the rest of
the day on our own.
Hotel: Kowloon Shangri-La 5 star
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 Victoria Peak
Day 14. Hong Kong
Meet in hotel lobby for a sightseeing tour of Hong Kong Island with a
visit to Victoria Peak bypassing Wan Chai; then on to Aberdeen Fishing
Village-haven of the fishing fleets and floating restaurants. You will have
a chance to take an optional 20 minutes sampan ride to explore the life of
the floating community that has not changed much since the early days.
The tour will continue to Stanley Market where you have some free time
to browse before return to hotel.
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Day 15 Hong Kong
Today is free on your own, taste Hong Kong in your own pace.
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Day 16. Hong Kong/Hometown
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, or begin optional Post-Trip
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Tour Map
Tour Picture Album
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