Splendid China 

 

The prestigious Great Wall has a length somewhere around 6,000km; The Forbidden City is said to be the largest complex of imperial palaces; The fantastic Terra Cotta is likely the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th century; The picturesque Li River once inspired and still does numerous artists and poets. All of these and more will show you the splendor of ancient Chinese civilization and modern China

Itinerary – 8 Days/ 7 Nights Beijing (3N), Xian (2N) & Guilin (2N)
Key: B = Breakfast  L = Lunch D = Dinner SD = Special Dinner N = Nights
 

Day01     Arrive Beijing

Upon arrival you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure
 

Day02     Beijing                                                    (B/L)

Your tour starts with the Tiananmen Square, the largest square in the world from where you enter the gates of the Forbidden City.  Built during 1405-1420, it is the world's largest complex of halls and palaces from where 24 emperors ruled China. In the afternoon visit the Summer Palace, the most scenic park of the city.
 

Day03     Beijing                                                    (B/L/SD)

Today you will have full day excursion to the north suburb where your first stop is the Sacred Way which was supposed to represent the life when emperors of the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644 AD) were still alive. Afterwards visit the Changling Tomb which is one the 13 tombs in the area. In the afternoon you will see the Mutianyu Great Wall which was built and renovated in a time span of over 2000 years. Enjoy the Beijing Duck Dinner in the evening.
 

Day04     Beijing – Xian                                       (B/L)

After breakfast visit the Temple of Heaven where emperors of old times used to pray for good harvest and now one of the most popular parks. Take an afternoon flight to Xian that served as the capital of China for more than 1000 years. Upon arrival meet and transferred to your hotel with rest of the day free
 

Day05     Xian                                                        (B/L/SD)

Your full day excursion starts with the Terra Cotta Warriors & Horses, found by accident last century and made a name for itself ever since. In the afternoon go to the Muslim quarter where the solemn Great Mosque is located and the old City Wall that has a circumference of 14km. Enjoy the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show in the evening
 

Day06     Xian – Guilin                                         (B/L)

In the morning visit the Provincial Museum, one of the first modern museums in China that has vivid displays relating to the ancient Silk Road and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda that symbolizes the city. Take an afternoon flight to Guilin. You will be met and transferred to your hotel


Day07     Guilin                                                      (B/L)

Enjoy a relaxing day's program including 4-5 hours' Li River cruise covering the most picturesque part of the river and visit of the Yangshuo Town that has lots of Western style bars and restaurants. It is also a good place for shopping and bargaining
 

Day08     Depart Guilin                                         (B/L)

Full day tours including the natural Elephant Trunk Hill, the spectacular Reed Flute Cave, the solitary Fubo Hill and the fine Seven Star Park. You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight

 
Price per person in $US
2 up = 2 or more persons; *S/S = Single Supplement is the surcharge of a single person occupying a room

City	Hotel			Season	Standard		Superior			Deluxe
	Standard	Superior	Deluxe		2 Up	S/S		2 Up	S/S	2 Up	S/S
Beijing	Jianguo ****	Traders ****	Peninsula Palace *****	Apr, 0 6	1391	343		1558	462	1796	685
				May, 06	1404	356		1558	462	1796	685
				Jun, 06	1323	279		1522	427	1648	546
Xian	Gloria Plaza ****	Hyatt Regency *****	Sofitel on Renmin Square *****	Jul – Aug, 06	1323	279		1510	416	1648	546
				Sep – Oct, 06	1404	356		1558	462	1796	685
				01-15Nov, 06	1364	318		1558	462	1796	685
Guilin	Bravo ****	Sheraton *****	Sheraton *****	16-30Nov, 06	1364	318		1491	398	1583	485
				Dec, 06 – Feb, 07	1269	229		1467	376	1583	485
				Mar, 07	1351	306		1491	398	1603	504

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