9 Day Classic China

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$999
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Highlights

Guided Package Includes

  • Flights LAX-Beijing, Shanghai-LAX
    Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
  • Airline fuel surcharges
  • Intra-flights
  • 7 nights First Class accommodations
  • All transfers
  • 10 meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches
  • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
  • Services of English-speaking local guides
  • Entrance fees per itinerary

Special Features

  • Great Wall of China
  • Terracotta Army

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    Itinerary

    DAY 1, Sunday - Depart the USA
    Depart the USA to China. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey

    DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Beijing
    Arrive in Beijing and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure
    Overnight: Beijing

    DAY 3,Tuesday - Forbidden City & Summer Palace Tour
    Enjoy a full day tour of the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Begin at Tiananmen Square, the largest public plaza in the world. Erected in 1417 at the height of the Ming Dynasty, the square was renovated and renamed two centuries later at the onset of the Great Qing Dynasty. View several impressive monuments outlining the Square's perimeter, including the Great Hall of the People, the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong and the Square's famed ceremonial gateway. From here, venture north for a visit to the Forbidden City (Imperial Palace), a construction comparable to the Pyramids in Egypt. Known today as the Palace Museum, the entire site is comprised of 800 buildings with more than 9,000 rooms. Enjoy lunch at an authentic Chinese Restaurant close to the Forbidden City, before a visit to the Summer Palace
    Optional: Peking Duck Dinner
    Overnight: Beijing
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY 4, Wednesday - Great Wall of China
    Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Great Wall of China, the longest man-made structure on Earth, spanning nearly 4,000 miles of China's northern frontier. Walk along the promenades and enjoy the unrivaled scenic views of beautiful mountain passes, plateaus and grasslands from this 7th-century defensive fortification. Afterwards, depart for lunch at a local Chinese restaurant. Following lunch, continue for a tour of the Ming Tombs and a visit to a local jade factory before returning to Beijing
    Overnight: Beijing
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY 5, Thursday - Temple of Heaven Tour, Flight to Xian
    This morning enjoy a tour to the 15th century Temple of Heaven, where the Emperor, once considered the "Son of Heaven," displayed his respect to the heavens through ceremonial prayer. The Temple is the grandest of the four great temples located in Beijing and is famous for its white-marbled, circular altar. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Xian, and transfer to your hotel upon arrival
    Overnight: Xian
    Meals: Breakfast

    DAY 6, Friday - Xian Antiquities Tour with Terracotta Army
    This morning enjoy a tour of Xian's antiquities. Your tour includes the archaeological site at the tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang (259-210 B.C.), where more than 8,000 finely sculpted, life-size terracotta soldiers and horses were discovered by local farmers in 1974. The archaeological excavation of the three pits where the Terracotta Army was found continues today, more than thirty years since the time of its unearthing. This afternoon, enjoy a visit to a porcelain and terracotta factory before returning to your hotel
    Optional: Xian Dumpling Dinner
    Overnight: Xian
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY 7, Saturday - Xian Sightseeing, Flight to Shanghai
    This morning, enjoy a half day sightseeing of the City Wall. Xian's City Wall is one of the largest and oldest military fortifications built during the Tang Dynasty. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel
    Overnight: Shanghai
    Meals: Breakfast

    DAY 8, Sunday - Shanghai City Tour
    This morning, tour the major attractions of Shanghai. Wander the classical Yuyuan Garden, built during the Ming Dynasty by the high-ranking government official Pan Yunduan. The Gardens' total area occupies approximately five acres, and features pavilions, ponds, rockeries, cloisters, and streams all within six scenic zones, including the Sansui Hall and Wanhua Chamber. In existence for 400 years, the Gardens were specifically constructed for Pan's aging parents as a sanctuary in which to live out their lives. Next, experience the old world charm of the Bund, the former "Wall Street" of the foreign powers. Walk along its park-like waterfront promenade between the Wusong River and Old Town. Later today, enjoy a stop at a local silk factory. Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure
    Optional: Acrobatic Show
    Overnight: Shanghai
    Meals: Breakfast

    DAY 9, Monday - Depart for the USA
    Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
    Meals: Breakfast

    Optionals

    Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure.

    Peking Duck Dinner Day #3 01 Apr 2009 - 31 Mar 2010     $40
    Peking Duck Dinner The Peking Duck Dinner has the reputation of being the most culturally famous meal in China. It is a must to experience during your visit to the country. Enjoy the culinary presentation as the chef roasts the duck directly over the fire and than slices the meat tableside. The duck is served with very thin pancakes, Chinese onions and special sauce. Transfers to and from your hotel included.

    Xian Dumpling Dinner with R/T Transfers Day #6 01 Apr 2009 - 31 Mar 2010     $22
    Xian Dumpling Dinner with R/T Transfers This evening, enjoy a delicious dumpling banquet featuring nearly 20 varieties of jiaozi, or dumplings, stuffed with an assortment of vegetables, meats, and seafood. The traditional banquet also includes rice wine and bronze hot pot soup. Pick-up from your hotel at 6:30pm. Drop-off at your hotel at approx. 8:30pm.

    Acrobatic Show in Shanghai Day #8 01 Apr 2009 - 31 Dec 2010     $39
    Acrobatic Show in Shanghai Having undergone thousands of years of evolution, the Shanghai acrobatic arts has now blossomed into a unique style. The Shanghai Circus death-defiers will amaze and astound you with their high-flying versatility, fearlessness, and flexibility. This evening, enjoy a world-class performance that includes dance, magic, acrobatics and beautiful music. Departs at 6:45 p.m. Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel

    Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure.

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      Additional Information:
      Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights Beijing-Xian, Xian-Shanghai.


      Entry Requirements:
      US citizens require a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates.


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