China Experience Tour
"The China Experience tour is the perfect introduction to China! Taking you on a journey to some of the most famous sights in three of China’s most interesting cities, including Beijing, the Terracotta Warriors and historic Shanghai. A less demanding itinerary than the longer tours we offer."
China's extraordinary Imperial past, cultural heritage and modern ambition lie at the heart of this extensive tour exploring a mystical Oriental realm. Our China Experience tour begins in the capital, Beijing, where we explore the ancient marvels of the Forbidden City and Great Wall of China before visiting Xian, home to the remarkable Terracotta Army, the stunning collection of clay warriors. Our journey continues, with a stay and exploration of the sprawling metropolis of Shanghai.
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■ Beijing: Tiananmen Square
■ Forbidden City
■ Great Wall
■ Temple of Heaven
■ Summer Palace
■ Xian: Terracotta Warrior museum
■ Wild Goose Pagoda
■ Tang Dynasty show
■ Shanghai: Yu Garden
■ Nanjing Road
■ Temple of the Jade Buddha
■ The Bund
China Experience Itinerary
Day 1 - London Heathrow/Beijing
Your holiday begins with a non-stop overnight flight on British Airways.
Day 2 - Beijing
Upon arrival at Beijing airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. After check-in,
you will have some time at your own leisure, before departing the hotel for a welcome
dinner in a local restaurant.
Hotel: Novotel Xinqiao (D)
Day 3 - Beijing
Depart for a full day sightseeing, including a walk through Tiananmen Square, where you can see
the Great Hall of the People and other historical monuments. Spend the rest of the morning in the
Forbidden City, located directly behind the Tiananmen tower gate. After lunch, you will visit the
Temple of Heaven, where the Emperors worshipped and prayed during the Ming and Qing Dynasties for
a good harvest. Return to your hotel for a short rest before departing for dinner and the Peking
Opera.
Hotel: Novotel Xinqiao (B,L,D)
Day 4 – Beijing
Enjoy a sightseeing tour that provides you with the opportunity to see the countryside
surrounding Beijing. In the morning you will walk along the beautiful Sacred Way guarded by
stone statues of the emperors’ officers and officials, dating from the 15th century. After lunch,
there will be a short drive to the Great Wall at Badaling. Approximately two hours will be spent at
the Great Wall, along which you will be able to walk and climb or travel by cable car (optional,
price not included). Peking duck dinner in a local restaurant.
Hotel: Novotel Xinqiao (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Beijing / Xian
Depart the hotel for the Summer Palace. After lunch, you will be transferred to Beijing airport for
your flight to Xian (ticketed locally). Upon arrival in Xian you will be transferred to your hotel.
Hotel: Royal Xian Hotel (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Xian
After breakfast in the hotel, a full day of sightseeing will start with a one-hour drive to the
Terracotta Warrior Museum in the suburbs of Xian-Lintong. A visit of about two hours will be spent
studying the thousands of Terracotta Warriors and their chariots. After lunch, visit the Wild Goose
Pagoda and the City Wall. Dinner followed by the Tang Dynasty show in a local theatre.
Hotel: Royal Xian Hotel (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Xian / Shanghai
Your morning can be spent at leisure. After lunch, you will depart for the airport for your
flight to Shanghai (ticketed locally).
Hotel: Langsheng Hotel or New Century Hotel (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Shanghai
Today enjoy a full day of sightseeing starting with a visit to the Yu Garden, followed with the
Jade Buddha Temple. The rest of your time will be spent in Nanjing Road and the famous Bund.
Hotel: Langsheng Hotel or New Century Hotel (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Shanghai / London Heathrow
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Shanghai Airport for your British Airways flight to
London Heathrow, arriving same day.
Inclusions
- ■ English-speaking local guide
- ■ All entrance fees as appropriate
- ■ Air-conditioned transportation
- ■ Twin or double bed & private bathroom
- ■ Meals included as detailed: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D), No Meals (RO)
Please Note:
Local conditions can and do change, sometimes at short notice and it is possible that we may be
advised to change the programme or runnings of any excursions or tour, including accommodation,
sometimes without prior notification. Local domestic airport taxes are not included and are payable
locally (approx £10 each segment). Please be aware 2009 itineraries may vary slightly to the 2010
itinerary shown. Please contact reservations for more information. Prices can increase or decrease,
you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
