12 Days Best of China tours
Tour Route: Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Guilin, ShanghaiExploring the ancient imperial Beijing, Hiking along the greatest wall in the world, Tipping your hat to the solemn legion of Terracotta warriors in Xi’an, Touching the claws of the charmingly native creature--Panda in Chengdu, Be amazed by the stunning beauty of the living landscape in Guilin. Finally, end this marvelous China journey at the fashion metropolis--Shanghai. All in 12 days, the magnificent China is right here,waiting for your discovering.
Our local professional guide and experienced driver will expect you at the airport after your baggage reclaim and customs clearance, and then escort you to check in the hotel in downtown area. Relax during the rest time of the day to recover from the jet leg.
Meals: No mealDay 2 Beijing
A buffet breakfast & real fresh coffee will kick start your day. Your private guide will be on time and waiting in arrivals.
First stop, Tiananmen Square. It is the third largest city square in the world. It has great cultural significance as it was the site of several important events in Chinese history.
Next visit the Forbidden City, which is 24 emperor's palace in Dynasty Ming and Qing. It is called Gu Gong in Chinese, located in the Center of Beijing. It is the ancient palace which has the largest scale, most magnificent, and best reservation in the world.
Explore the construction art and royal dignity in the largest, most beautiful and exquisite imperial garden--Summer Palace.
Free-time Ideas(Optional): Kungfu Show/Peking Opera is highly recommended in Beijing. Your guide can help you get tickets.
Meals: Breakfast, LunchDay 3 Beijing
In the morning, you take a scenic drive through the countryside and mountains to reach China's most renowned monument—Great Wall(Mutianyu section, less crowed). Take a cable car up to the Great Wall, climbing up the venerable ramparts, you will marvel at this great constructions. On the way down, those of you adventurous can choose the gravity-propelled toboggan!
After lunch, visit Ding Tomb, mausoleum of the 13th emperor of Ming Dynasty.
Drive back to Beijing city, have an exterior visit of Beijing Olympic Village (Bird's Nest and Water Cube).
Day 4 Beijing to Xian
In early morning visit the Temple of Heaven, the sacred altar for worshiping the God of Heaven in the world. Watch local people playing Taichi morning exercises.
Take a rickshaw ride to visit old Hutong, you can see the ancient Beijing lanes and quadrangle houses that have been preserved for 700 years, you also have a chance to visit a local family and have lunch there.
In the afternoon, be transferred to Beijing West Railway Station, your Beijing tour ends here. Take Chinese new G High Speed Train to Xian, which costs about 4.5 hours, You will have a view of the countryside between Beijing and Xian.
After arrival at Xian North Railway Station, be welcomed by our Xian guide and transfer to your hotel.
Day 5 Xian
In the morning, visit one of the greatest man-made wonders in the world-Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. The terracotta warriors and horses of life size are arranged in battle formations at the museum.
After lunch, be driven back to city area to visit Ancient City Wall--the best preserved ancient city wall in China. The wall which is 12 meters high and 18 meters wide encircles the city and is perfect for panoramic view of the city.
Followed by a relaxing wandering around the bustling and lively Muslim Street, where you can taste the most famous Xian food and experience local culture.
Free-time Ideas(Optional): Enjoy the Dummpling Banquet and Tang Dynasty Dance Show.
Meals: Breakfast, LunchDay 6 Xian to Chengdu
First site to visit today is Shaanxi Historical Museum, where over 300,000 invaluable historical items are on exhibition.
Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda-- the very important Buddhism temple in China.
After sightseeing, be transferred to airport and fly to Chengdu. Be met by our Chengdu guide and then transferred to your hotel.
Day 7 Chengdu
Today you visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to have a memorable close-up encounter with pandas. You will see real pandas enjoying their lives in this sanctuary and learn more about this lovable but endangered species via documentary film and exhibition.
Then you will visit the famous Wuhou Temple, the most influencial historical site from the Three Kingdoms period,and then walk along Jinli Old Street to absorb the relaxing atmosphere of Chengdu.
Day 8 Chengdu to Guilin
The morning is free on your own. Chengdu is a very relaxing city, you can take this oppotunity to explore this city by yourself. You can also seek some advise from your guide. In the afternoon, send you take the flight to Guilin. Your guide will pick you up and then help you check in your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, LunchDay 9 Guilin to Yangshuo
Enjoy the wonderful Li River Cruise to Yangshuo with the buffet Lunch on the cruise. which is the most beautiful landscape in China. Cruising on the Li River will help you to get rid of the noise and press from the city, it will costs about 4-4.5 hours to arrival Yangshuo.
Disembark in Yangshuo town, pass through the West Street. After check-in your Yangshuo hotel, enjoy a Yangshuo countryside sightseeing tour by cycling or using our private car.
Free-time Ideas(Optional): Enjoy the famous Impression of Sanjie Liu in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, LunchDay 10 Yangshuo to Guilin to Shanghai
In the morning, be transferred back to Guilin(about 1.5 hours). Visit the symbol of Guilin city- Elephant Trunk Hill,which is the must-see attraction in Guilin.
Then visit Reed Flute Cave, which is a natural limestone cave with multicolored lighting and has been one of Guilin’s most interesting attractions for over 1200 years.
After sightseeing, fly to Shanghai. Be met by your Shanghai guide and check into your hotel.
Day 11 Shanghai
Today you will taste the feature of Shanghai both "Classic and Modern". First stop is Yu Garden, which reflects a very typical southern China garden style. Jagged pavilion with elegant decoration, glittering pools with roving fish, sprouting pine trees, all these pleasant scenes refresh your mood. Continue to visit the nearby Yuyuan Market which is a bustling bazaar in old town of Shanghai and a famous Silk factory. Visit Old French Concession for the featured architectures there.
Drive to Pudong New Area to explore the modern Shanghai. Visit Oriental Pearl Tower to have a bird view of Shanghai.
Lastly, enjoy a leisure walk along the Bund to appreciate the historical architecture and the skyline of this modern city along the Huangpu River.
Free-time Ideas(Optional): a night cruise on the Huangpu River to enjoy a fantastic view of Shanghai or a breathtaking Acrabatic Show.
Meals: Breakfast, LunchDay 12 Shanghai Departure
Your private car, driver and guide will be ready and waiting at your hotel lobby to get you to the airport on time. Sit back and relax as they help you check-in and escort you to the correct security gate.
Meals: BreakfastTravel Period | 2-5 travelers | 6-9 travelers |
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Dec.1- Feb.28 | US$2230 | US$1870 |
Mar.1- Nov.30 | US$2340 | US$1980 |
1. The price is based on stay in China four star hotels. If you want to deduct, upgrade or downgrade the hotel, please indicate this while sending the inquiry.
2. You will enjoy more discounts if there is more people join the tour.
3. Prices may vary according to your travel time and are higher in the high season, e.g. Qingming Festival Holiday (Apr. 4 - 6, 2020 ), Labor's Day Holiday (May 1 - 3, 2020) ,Dragon Boat Festival Holiday (Jun. 25 - 27, 2020) and National Day Holiday (Oct 1- Oct 8, 2020).
1. All arrangements and first admission/entrance fees of scenic spots specified in the itinerary.
2. Meals as listed in the itinerary.
3. Well-equipped private commercial vehicle with excellent private guide and driver accompanied on your tour between airports, train stations, scenic spots and hotels.
4. Four Star Hotel based on two persons sharing one room with twin beds. All hotels as listed in the itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast.
5. Beijing-Xian high speed train, Xi'an-Chengdu-Guilin-Shanghai airfare with airports taxes, fuel charges.
6. Travel Agency’s Liability Insurance with your tour inside China.
7. Chinese government taxes and the city construction fees on your travel tour.
1. China entry visa fees.
2. International airfare or train tickets not included in the itinerary.
3. Meals not specified in the itinerary and extra and alcoholic or beverages during meals.
4. Tips for guides and drivers.
5. Personal expense: e.g. mini bar, personal telecommunications, laundry, excess baggage charges etc.)
6. Excursions and activities not included in itinerary.
7. Single room supplement.
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* Most hotels we offered in our tour package have WIFI in the lobby, and some of which have WIFI in hotel rooms. If you need the WIFI in your room, please make sure with your trip advisor.
* Department stores, supermarkets, boutiques, hotel and restaurants in most cities of China do accept the credit card with the sigh of MasterCard, VISA and JCB. However, it does generate commission charge. Please check the regulations with your bank manager.
What is the cost of the 12 Best Days of China Tours?
Asked by Marti (May.15, 2017)
Trip Consultant (May.15, 2017) replied:
Hi Marti, thanks for your inquiry. Could I have the number of travelers and travel date for a quotation? Thank you
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