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china Tours Classic China
Classic China
Discover China’s historical highlights, ever-changing cosmopolitan cities and enchanting scenery on this popular tour.
- Style: Private Tour
- Duration: 13 days/12 nights
- Starts in: Beijing
Guide Price £2595
per person (based on 2 adults sharing a room)
Highlights:
- The Great Wall of China
- Terracotta Warriors
- Giant Pandas
- Li River Cruise
- Shanghai
Itinerary:
Day 1 Beijing
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 Beijing
Spend a full day exploring Beijing's main attractions including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.
Day 3 The Great Wall
Travel out to the Great Wall at Mutianyu to walk along this incredible ancient structure. Later, on your return to Beijing, visit the Summer Palace.
Day 4 Beijing to Xian
Depart Beijing this morning & travel the scenic journey to Xian by high speed bullet train.
Day 5 Xian
The world famous Terracotta Warriors are an unforgettable sight. A full day city tour today includes a visit to this magnificent army, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Xian’s Muslim Quarter.
Day 6 Xian to Chengdu
Transfer to Xian station and board the bullet train to Chengdu, home to the famously spicy Sichuan cuisine.
Day 7 Chengdu
Head to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to spend some time observing these adorable animals. Later visit the 17th Century Marquis Wu Temple and take a stroll along historic Jinli Street, lined with beautifully restored buildings.
Day 8 Chengdu to Guilin
Today is free so why not discover the museums, shops and cafés of Chengdu before your flight to Guilin?
Day 9 Yangshuo
Spend a full day cruising on the Li River and take the opportunity to sit back and relax while enjoying the stunning surroundings. Stop at Yangshuo, a bustling town full of cafés and craft shops before returning to Guilin by road.
Day 10 Guilin to Shanghai
After a leisurely morning transfer to Guilin airport for your flight to Shanghai.
Day 11 Shanghai
Enjoy a half day city tour which includes the Jade Buddha Temple, Yu Garden and the bustling old town.
Day 12 Shanghai
This morning take a walking tour of the picturesque former French Concession area with its cobbled streets and traditional Shikumen townhouses. The afternoon is free for some final exploring or shopping.
Day 13 Shanghai
Transfer to the airport.
Prices
per person (based on 2 adults sharing a room)
Inclusions
- Private vehicle & driver and private guides
- Flights, train & river cruise as detailed
- 12 nights hotel accommodation
- 12 breakfasts & 5 lunches
Not Included
- International flights
Please Note:
Price based on standard accomodation option; prices for upgraded accommodation are available on request.New offers every day
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