Made in China
Visiting: China, Hong KongCode: GCIC
Tour price from USD 1613.00 for 17 days - Land Only
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Visiting: China, Hong Kong
Tiananmen Square can hold one million people. Its the brithplace of Peking Duck. There are 800 buildings inside the Forbidden City.
Made in China
Yeah, we guess you could say Beijing's pretty interesting.(Was Inland China)
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Hong Kong
Old Honkers knows how to put on a show. Head to Victoria Harbour at 8pm every night for a 15-minute music, laser light and fireworks display to rival the Olympics opening ceremony. Day 1 Arrive early if you can - there's plenty to see in Hong Kong Pre-departure briefing with your tour guide in the early eveningPerhaps take in the spectacular Sound and Light Show on the skyscrapers of Hong Kong Island Day 2 Head to Guangzhou (Canton) on a three-hour hydrofoil journey Take in the views whilst sailing out of Hong Kong's Victoria HarbourBoard an overnight six-berth hard-sleeper class train bound for GuilinDay
Yangshuo
Plenty of free time to explore this riverside town and surroundings on bikes and hikes. Xi Jie (West Street) is the perfect spot to relax with a cup of green tea. Explore the Yangshuo region on bicycle and by foot - a photographer's paradise Hire bikes for half a day and ride past the limestone outcrops that jut up from the surrounding paddy fieldsStop in the villages and mingle with the locals Hike up the famous Moon Hill and view the surrounding countryside Plenty of free time to relax in the many cafes and restaurants that line Xi Jie (West Street), or shop for a bargain in the marketplaceCatch the overnight train to WuhanDay
Yangtze River Cruise
Time to cruise the Yangtze. See towering cliffs plunge into the river and the huge Three Gorges Dam along the way.Day 6 Travel to Yichang - the gateway city to the massive Three Gorges DamTake a stroll along the banks of the Yangtze River and watch the sunset with the localsDays 7-9Embark on a riverboat tripBe immersed in the changing scenery - surrounded by sheer cliff faces one minute and passing a thriving city or a deserted town the nextMake the most of the boat's viewing platform, bar, shop and dining room Perhaps take one of the several optional on-shore excursionsDisembark at Fengdu and drive to the bustling and hilly city of Chongqing and enjoy free time to exploreDay
Chengdu - Giant Buddha
You’re in for a cute-fest today when we stop by the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. Challenge of the day: fitting Dafo, the world’s largest image of Buddha, into your camera screen. Travel to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan, a province famous for its spicy food For dinner, why not try the local delicacy - Sichuan hotpotVisit Leshan, situated on the shores of the Min River View the Giant Buddha (Dafo), located at the convergence of the Dadu and Min rivers Drive out to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base and seize a rare chance to glimpse this cute and cuddly icon Board a sleeper train bound for XianDay
Xian - Terracotta Warriors
Two massive China drawcards over the next couple of days – the 8000-strong army of Terracotta Warriors and some of the best dumplings in China in Xian’s Muslin Quater. Arrive in Xian, the capital of Shaanxi province Explore the awesome army of Terracotta WarriorsEnjoy free time to wander around this historical cityPerhaps swing by the Muslim Quarter - a fascinating place to visit Why not cycle along the top of the ancient city walls or climb the Bell TowerEmbark on the sleeper train to BeijingDay
Beijing - Great Wall
See Beijing at its best – Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and head a little out of town to the Great Wall. Finish up things on Day 17.Days 15-16Explore many of Beijing's main attractions After entering through an archway beyond Tiananmen Gate, we spend the morning exploring The Forbidden City Take a walk along the Great WallSurvey the spectacular surrounding countryside from the Wall - the surrounding views are amazing Enjoy ample free time to discover the many other sights of Beijing, such as the Summer Palace or the Temple of HeavenDay 17 The trip ends this morning in BeijingWhile the information presented here details our planned itinerary, including routes taken, activities included, accommodation and meeting times, please accept that unforseen changes may occur. We are constantly on the lookout to improve our program and further enhance your experience. Naturally, we will keep you up to date with any last minute amendments to your tour.
Key: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner
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