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Day |
Itinerary |
Accommodation/Meals |
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1 |
Arrive Beijing
Arrive at Beijing and transfer to hotel. |

Hotel - Beijing |
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2 |
Beijing Sightseeing Tour
We explore the Forbidden City of Beijing today as well as the
capital's massive Tiananmen Square. Later this afternoon, we'll
hear tales of Empress Dowager Cixi as we stroll through her Summer
Palace, China's best-preserved royal garden. Tonight Peking Duck
is on the menu, followed by a show of daring and agile acrobatics. |

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Hotel - Beijing |
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3 |
Beijing Sightseeing Tour
Walking the Great Wall of China is a once-in-a-lifetime
experience, and this morning we head to the small town of Huanghua
to begin this incredible adventure. After a picnic lunch on the
Wall we return to Beijing via the equally impressive Ming Tombs,
and cruise canals in boats lit with traditional red lanterns.
We'll disembark in time to enjoy dinner with a local family. |

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Hotel - Beijing |
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4 |
Beijing/Xi'an
We fly today to Xi'an, a former Chinese capital and important
stop on the Silk Road as early as the third century BC. Our
afternoon tour visits the Old City Wall and Shaanxi Provincial
Museum, whose Forest of Steles boasts over 1000 carved stone
tablets. Later, we'll take a gander at the Little Wild Goose
Pagoda, a place of magic healing. |

(Breakfast & Lunch)
Hotel - Xi'an |
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5 |
Xi'an Sightseeing Tour
The Terra Cotta Soldiers of Xi'an are one of the most important
archaeological finds in the world, and we devote an entire day to
exploring the site and surrounding area. After lunch with a noodle
maker, we'll take a cable car ride over Huaqing Hot Springs Park
and visit Banpo, a 6000-year-old Neolithic (and possibly
matriarchal) village. |

(Breakfast and Lunch)
Hotel - Xi'an |
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6 |
Xian /Chengdu
You have a free morning to explore before your flight to Chengdu. |

(Breakfast)
Hotel - Chengdu |
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7 |
Chengdu/Wolong Nature Reserve
The Wolong Nature Reserve protects the habitat of China's famous
and loveable pandas. Employees of the reserve lead a tour of the
facilities emphasizing the ongoing conservation and breeding
efforts. |

(Breakfast and Lunch)
Hotel - Chengdu |
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8 |
Wolong Nature Reserve
Nature Reserve Hike! With luck we could spot a panda today as we
embark on a hike through the lush, hilly reserve with a naturalist
who introduces us to the native flora and fauna. This afternoon,
we picnic among bamboo and rare dove trees. |

(Breakfast and Lunch)
Hotel - Chengdu |
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11 |
Wolong/Chonqing/Yangtze River : Yangtze River Cruise and
Excursions
One of the world's most exciting river trips is a cruise down the
historic Yangtze River. We'll have three unforgettable days on the
water, cruising through the Three Gorges; stopping at villages
along the way; and viewing the massive dam construction that will
soon flood much of the area. |

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
On Board Cruise Ship |
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12 |
Beijing Sightseeing Tour
Disembark from your cruiseship.
Flight to Beijing from Yichang
Visit to the Temple of Heaven. |

(Breakfast)
Hotel - Beijing |
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13 |
Beijing
Free day at leisure in and around Beijing. |

(Breakfast)
Hotel - Beijing |
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14 |
Departure
Departure home with memories of a unique China experience. |
(Breakfast) |
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TOTAL TOUR PRICE...... |
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3 Star |
4 Star |
5 Star |
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Per Person
£ 1,301 (GBP)
$ 2,471 (USD)
1,925 (Euros)
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Per Person
£ 1,371 (GBP)
$ 2,604 (USD)
2,029 (Euros)
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Per Person
£ 1,451 (GBP)
$ 2,756 (USD)
2,147 (Euros)
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Tour Includes :-
- All accommodation.
- Transfers (to and from Chinese airports, train stations, bus
stations etc ).
- Transportation (to and from all sites and destinations).
- Internal flights (where applicable)
- Train Tickets (where applicable)
- Entrance fees to sites
- English Speaking Guide.
- Meals as listed
Items not included :-
- International Flights (See the flights section of this site
or contact us for advice on obtaining flights).
- Chinese Visa (Download a visa application in the visa section
of this site or contact us for information on obtaining your
visa).
- Any Meals not listed
Tour Notes
- Dates : All of our tours are
run to fit clients exact date / time requirements. Just let us
know what you require and the tour will be scheduled to fit it
with you.
- Single Supplement: For clients
travelling alone, tours will be subject to a single supplement -
please contact us for further details
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