Classic China
Visit one of the wonders of the world and walk along the magnificent Great Wall of China. See the Army of Terracotta Warriors up close. Thousands of ancient, life-sized warriors are today one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century. Wander backstreets and cross the many bridges in the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao in Shanghai.
Travel Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival Beijing
On arrival in Beijing, be transferred to your hotel. Stay the next four nights at Penta Hotel Beijing (or similar).
DAY 2
Beijing
Visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Explore Beijing’s fascinating hutongs by rickshaw and enjoy lunch in a family home.
DAY 3
Beijing – Great Wall of China
Spend time exploring the Great Wall of China. Mutianyu is home to one of the best-preserved sections of the wall. Here you call stroll along the wall, go inside the watchtowers and take in the beautiful scenery surrounding the wall.
DAY 4
Beijing
Discover the beautiful grounds of the Temple of Heaven and wander through the lakes, gardens and palaces at Summer Palace.
DAY 5
Beijing to Xian
Fly to Xian. Enjoy a tour of the colourful Muslim Quarter, the ancient city wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Stay the next two nights at Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel (or similar).
DAY 6
Xian – Army of Terracotta Warriors
Stroll through the lively City Park adjacent to the magnificent city wall. Venture outside of Xian to see thousands of detailed statues stand in rows making up an Army of Terracotta Warriors.
DAY 7
Xian to Shanghai
Fly from Xian to Shanghai. Walk along the regal Bund and admire the historic architectural delights lanes along the waterfront.Take a walking tour of the Old Chinese Quarter, where narrow lanes are packed with local produce and bustling markets. In the evening, see a spectacular acrobat performance. Stay the next two nights at Jian Guo Hotel Shanghai (or similar).
DAY 8
Shanghai – Zhujiajiao
Travel to the ancient canal town of Zhujiajiao and stroll the backstreets, cruise the waterways and absorb the charming, old-world atmosphere. The town is connected by 36 delicate bridges, cross them as you shop for local handicrafts and try some of the regional cuisine.On your return to Shanghai, visit the lesser-known Propaganda Poster Art Centre, a unique private collection of original propaganda posters and artwork dating from the 1940s to 1970s.
DAY 9
Shanghai Departure
Check-out of your hotel and be transferred to the airport.
Hotel Description
Penta Hotel Beijing
4/5
- Beijing
- Standard Room
- Day 1 , 2, 3 and 4
Grand Dynasty Hotel
4/5
- Xian
- Standard Room
- Day 5 and 6
Jian Guo Hotel
4/5
- Shanghai
- Standard Room
- Day 7 and 8
What´s included
- 8 nights 4 star accommodation
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
- All flights as specified in the itinerary
- Private touring, Entrance fees
- Local English-speaking guide
- Return airport transfers to accommodation
- Meals as indicated
Excluded
- Any Personal Expenses
- Tips and Gratitudes
- Any other meals than mentioned
- Tourist tax (payment in the hotel)
Additional Information
All prices exclude airfares (unless specified), visa fees, travel insurance and any additional personal expenses.
Prices are per person sharing a double room. Single and triple rooms rates are available upon request.
Dates, itineraries and prices are indicative and subject to change based on the season.
Hotels mentioned in the itinerary may change due to availability, but will always be of equivalent or higher category.
Some countries charge additional destination taxes per person or per night that can only be paid directly at the location.
All displayed tour maps are originated from Google Maps and are only indicative. They are not representative of the exact travel routes of the itinerary.
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