This tour allows you to really dig into China's history and culture by taking you to Beijing, China's captial today and then to Xian, the ancient capital city. Along the way, you will learn about the cultural nuances specific to different regions in China.
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
Depart for Beijing this afternoon.
Day 2:
Arrive Beijing late afternoon. You will be greeted and transferred to Kempinski Hotel.
(D)
Day 3:
Full day tour of Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Summer Palace. Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe. Acrobatic Show in the evening.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 4:
Full day tour of the Great Wall and Ming tomb. Deluxe Beijing Duck dinner.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 5:
Tour of Temple of Heaven in the morning. Then visit a Beijinger home. Afternoon is free.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 6:
Depart for Xian. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our local guide. After lunch, a tour of Old City Wall and Big Goose Pagoda will be provided before checking in at Shangri-la Golden Flower Hotel or ANA Grand Castle Hotel. Tang Dynasty Show this evening.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 7:
Full day tour highlighting Terra Cotta Warriors, Huaqing Hot Spring and Forest of Steles.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 8:
Depart for Kunming, known as “spring city” for its year-round fair weather. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our local guide and transferred to Golden Dragon or Holiday Inn Hotel. Afternoon tour will visit Western Hills, Dragon Gate, Sanqing Pavilion and Grandview Tower where you can have a bird’s eye view of Danchi Lake.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 9:
Full day tour features the Stone Forest, a natural museum of Karst landforms including fantastic caverns, serene ponds as well as waterfalls. Stop at Seven Star village on the way to Stone Forest.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 10:
Early morning transfer to the airport and fly to Lijiang which is a highland town where ancient architecture, well preserved Naxi culture and the unspoiled natural beauty make visitors prone to return. Visit Yunan Park and Lijiang old town. Dinner is reserved in the Old Town. Enjoy Naxi ancient music in the evening. Accommodation at Gunfang Hotel or Lijiang Grand Hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 11:
Full day tour features Yufeng Temple, Baisha ancient mural paintings, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Yunshan Level Ground and Baishui River
(B) (L) (D)
Day 12:
Depart for Kunming this morning. You will be
greeted and transferred to Golden Dragon Hotel or
Holiday Inn. Afternoon visit to Golden Temple and Yuantong Temple. Western dinner is served at hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 13:
Depart for Guilin. Your local guide will greet you, take you to lunch and provide a tour of Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill before arriving at Sheraton or Royal Garden Hotel
(B) (L) (D)
Day 14:
Full day Li River cruise enjoying picturesque scenery. Minority Fork Dance with dinner this evening
(B) (L) (D)
Day 15:
Depart for Guangzhou. Our local guide will greet you and provide a city tour of Guangzhou visiting Chen Family Temple, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall. Late afternoon transfer to railroad station and take an express train to Hong Kong. Upon arrival in Hong Kong, you will be greeted by our local guide and transferred to the super deluxe Regent
(B) (L)
Day 16:
Morning tour of Hong Kong island includes a tram ride to Victoria Peak, Repulse Bay, Aberdeen Floating Village and other highlights. Afternoon is free
(B)
Day 17:
Depart for home.
(B)
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES Daily. Land Only Rates available. 5-star (deluxe) hotels used throughout
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