This tour offers the most popular cities of Northern and Southern China, and Hong Kong. You will discover the awesome wonders of the Great Wall and the Forbidden City. Visit the amazing 8,000 life-sized Terra Cotta warriors and horses standing in battle formation to guarding the tomb of Emperor Qing Shi Huang in Xian. Marvel at the misty hills and mysterious caves in Guilin and be amazed by the booming economic zone in Guangzhou.
Day 01 Depart Canada
Your journey begins with your transPacific flight to Beijing. Move your watch a day ahead as you cross the International Dateline.
Day 02 Arrival at Beijing
Welcome to Beijing, the cultural and political centre of China. Upon arrival, meet your friendly guide and transfer to a 4-star Grand View Garden Hotel. (D)
Day 03 Beijing
Tour Tian An Men Square, the largest public plaza in the world. Move on to the Forbidden City; two dozen emperors lived here from the 15th to the early 20th century. The Temple of Heaven is also on today's agenda. Enjoy a Peking Opera after dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 04 Beijing
On a day-long excursion, you will walk the mighty Great Wall. It is the only man-made structure visible from the moon, stretching for about 4,000 miles. Tour the ancient Ming Tombs en route. (B/L/D)
Day 05 Beijing
Today is a free day for you to explore and shop. (B)
Day 06 Beijing - Xian
Fly to Xian in the morning. Transfer to the 4-star Royal Garden Hotel. Tour the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the ancient City Wall.Enjoy a Tang Dynasty Show and dinner featuring Four Kinds of Dumplings. (B/L/D)
Day 07 Xian
Looking tough, obedient and alert, the 8,000 life-sized Terra Cotta Warriors were made to defend the Tomb of Emperor Qing Shi Huang. Also visit the Grand Mosque of Xian, which is the largest and best preserved of the early mosques of China. (B/L/D)
Day 08 Xian - Guilin
Fly south to Guilin in the morning. Transfer to the 4-Star Park Hotel. Tour the mysterious Reed Flute Cave and Fubo Hill. (B/L/D)
Day 09 Guilin
Take the Li River Cruise, and sail through a landscape of needle-like limestone hills amidst lush tropical growth. Arrive in Yangshuo in the afternoon and stroll through the lively open market. Also visit Elephant Trunk Hill. Enjoy a Chinese and Western Buffet Dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 10 Guilin - Guangzhou – Hong Kong
Transfer to the airport to fly to Guangzhou, formerly called Canton, a booming economic zone. Tour the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall, Chen Clan Temple and the Cultural Park. Board a late afternoon train to Hong Kong and transfer to a 4-star Hotel. (B/L)
Day 11 Hong Kong
A half-day Hong Kong Island seat in coach tour includes Victoria Peak, which offers a striking view of the beautiful Hong Kong harbour. See the Aberdeen Fishing Village, a community on boats. Visit the Stanley Market where you will have a chance to find great bargains. Repulse Bay and the financial district are also on the agenda. (B)
Day 12 Hong Kong
Morning excursion to Zhujiajiao, a river-town near Shanghai with lunch. Afternoon visit to the Shanghai Museum followed by dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 13 Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to the airport by shuttle bus. Say goodbye as you board your transPacific flight home. (B)
Tour Departs: Daily
Tour Cost valid for
Double
Single
Apr- May
C $2330
C $2690
Jun - Aug
C $2290
C $2650
Sep - Nov
C $2355
C $2715
Dec - Jan - Feb.
C $2225
C $2585
Tour Cost Includes:
• 10 nights of hotel accommodations (on twin sharing basis) with breakfast in hotels;
• Meals as listed above (6 lunches and 6 dinners in local restaurant);
• All transfers and transportation within the tour by coach;
• Entrance fee to the above scenic spots;
• Domestic airfare Beijing/Xi’an/Guilin/Guangzhou with tax;
• Well-trained English speaking tour guide;
Tour Cost Does Not Include:
• Roundtrip international airfare with tax;
• China Visa Fee;
• Travel Insurance;
• Personal expenses;
• Tips to guide and driver;
Air fares: Please call us at 1-800-898-2638 for International Airfares from your departure city
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