Tour Itinerary:

Depart Australia to Beijing; upon your arrival at Beijing International Airport, you will be met & transferred to your 5 star hotel for four nights.

Beijing as the political & cultural centre of China has many unmatched historic sights.
Your three full day tours will include climbing the Great Wall of China – the only man made structure which is visible from the space, visiting the amazing exhibits from the Ming Tombs, walking on the Sacred Way; taking pictures on the largest public square Tiananmen Square; exploring the magnificent Forbidden City also known as the Palace Museum; visiting the largest imperial garden Summer Palace and the unique Temple of Heaven, where the ancient emperors used to worship the heaven for better harvests; watching the locals play Taiqi and morning exercise in the park; you will also enjoy the unforgettable experience by riding rickshaw to the old residential areas known as Hutong, visiting & chatting with the local families; exploring the Museum of China Ancient Architecture and History; you will be treated with one Peking Duck Dinner and be entertained with the local cultural show (B/L/D)

Take the early morning flight to Xian, one of the ancient Chinese capitals; rest of day
visit the Provincial Museum and the Wild Goose Pagoda; stay at the King Dynasty Hotel for two nights (B/L/D)

You will explore one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the 20th century the Terracotta Warriors and Bronze Chariot of the first emperor of China; tonight taste the famous Dumpling Dinner and enjoy the Tang Dynasty Show (B/L/D)

Transfer to the airport for flight to Guilin, one of the most scenic cities in China; rest of the day visit the Elephant Trunk Hill & Pilled Silk Hill; stay at the Park Hotel for two nights (B/L/D)

Cruise on the legendary Li River; enjoy the stunning views of the Limestone Mountains & karsts peaks. Explore the fascinating town Yangshuo towering by karsts peaks and its bustling markets before return back to Guilin (B/L/D)

Fly to Shanghai; rest of the day free at leisure to explore; stay at the Galaxy Hotel for three nights (B/-/-)

Shanghai, originally a sleepy fishing town, now is China’s most amazing cosmopolitan & populous city. It is regarded as the citadel of China’s modern economy. Your first day tour will start from strolling along the famous waterfront known as the Bund, which best represents the blending of the ancient and modern influences, exploring the busy Nanjing Road. Located in the old town, Yu Garden is a classical Chinese garden with 30 pavilions linked by a maze of corridors and bridges over the pond; Jade Buddha Temple is Shanghai’s most important Buddhism temple; visit the Carpet Factory; enjoy the astonishing Shanghai Acrobatic Show (B/L/D)

Travel to Zhujiaojia, an ancient canal town, famous for its unique old bridges crossing bubbling streams & rivers shaded by willow trees; enjoy a world full of antiquity,
Leisure and tranquility; return to Shanghai and explore the Shanghai Museum (B/L/D)

Free at leisure until being transferred to the airport for flight home (B/-/-)

Departures marked * will add $130 for seasonal international airfare surcharge.

Price ex Australia includes
International economy class return airfares
China domestic economy class airfares & taxes
11 nights 4-5 star twin share hotel accommodation
11buffet breakfasts, 9 lunches & 9 dinners
Chartered Air-conditioned vehicle
Peking Duck Dinner, Chinese Dumpling Dinner
Shanghai Acrobatic Show, cultural show & Tang Dynasty Show
Professional English speaking local guides
All transfers & sightseeing with entrances fees as specified.

Land only prices do not include international air travel to and from China on Day 1, 12 and 13.

Applicable departure taxes & charges ex Australia are not included and must be added at time of booking.

Facts sheet
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES*
BEST VALUE tour *
Choice of flying Cathy Pacific (CX) ex MEL/SYD/BNE/CNS/ADL/PER
Or Singapore Airline (SQ) ex MEL/SYD/BNE/ADL/PER
Or QANTAS Airways (QF) ex MEL/SYD/BNE/ADL/PER
Flying Qantas will depart one day earlier from Australia
Hong Kong Stopover is available
Pre & post tour accommodation is available.
Prices are based on twin share
Deposit: $330 per person

Prices are subject to change.