Amazing China 21 Days
Tour code: NHF03
Itinerary: Beijing -Xi'an -Hangzhou -Wu
Town -Wuxi -Shanghai -Yichang -Yangtze River Cruise -Chongqing
-Guilin -Yangshuo -Shenzhen -Hong Kong
Day 1 | Hometown - Beijing B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Starting your tour by taking flight to Beijing. Cross the International
Date Line.
Day 2 | Beijing B-Breakfast (Western
Style or Buffet)
Arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China. Your tour guide
will greet you at the airport arrival hall and then transfer you
to your deluxe hotel for a good night’s rest.
Day 3 | Beijing B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Beijing served as the capital of 5 dynasties over a period of
800 years. Start your city tour with a visit to Tiananmen Square,
the largest public square in the world. Next stop is the Forbidden
City. This complex, the largest and most intact conglomeration
of ancient structures of an imperial palace ever built in the
world, features more than 800 buildings with 9,999 rooms, resplendent
golden-glazed roofs, red lacquered pillars and vermilion walls.
In the afternoon, continue your tour to the Temple of Heaven,
which was used by emperors to offer sacrifices to heaven and pray
for good harvest in ancient times. In the evening, enjoy a fabulous
Peking Roast Duck Banquet. Return to the hotel to rest or attend
an optional energetic show-- “Legend of Kung-fu” at
your own expense (US$35).
Day 4 | Beijing B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
This morning, you’ll have an opportunity to shop at the
largest Jade Center of Asia. The highlight today is a trip to
the astonishing Great Wall at Juyong Pass. More than 12,000 Kilometers
in total length, the Great Wall is the most famous image of China
throughout the world. It is the only manmade object visible from
the moon, and as one of the Eight Wonders of the World, it is
also a symbol of Chinese traditional culture and the pride of
the Chinese nationality. After lunch, see skilled artisans at
work at a Cloisonné Factory. Then take a motor coach to
the Ming Tombs and visit the Changling Exhibition Hall. Return
to the city, walk along the New Qianmen Street and have an up-close,
outside view of the beautiful Bird’s Nest and Water Cube,
built for the 2008 Olympics. After dinner, cap off the day by
attending a superb performance of Chinese acrobatics.
Day 5 | Beijing B, L B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
In the morning tour the exquisite Summer Palace (Imperial Garden),
the largest ancient preserved garden in China and a former summer
resort for emperors and the chosen few, with a boat ride on Lake
Kunming (weather permitting). Lunch will follow a shopping visit
to a Silk Carpet Shop. You’ll have your afternoon free to
explore the city by yourself. You may choose to join our optional
Experience the Hutong Life Tour: a special journey exploring the
ancient Beijing Alley District by pedicab, plus a visit to a local
family and a local market (US$45); or just stroll by yourself
in the Wang-fu-jing Business Street, also called Gold Street.
With hundreds of years of history, it is the best place to capture
the historical and modern cultures of Beijing. Today’s dinner
will be on your own.
Day 6 | Beijing - Xi'an B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Fly to Xian in the morning. Xian was the first Chinese city to
open its doors to the world during the Tang Dynasty. Over a period
of more than 2,000 years, Xian was the capital for eleven dynasties.
Upon arrival, you will go to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors and
Horses Museum and see the attached life-sized defending army to
the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. This site is regarded
as “the eighth wonder of the world” and is among the
top archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Visit an Art
Ceramics Factory before we enjoy the special local Imperial Dumpling
Banquet Dinner and the traditional Tang Dynasty Singing and Dancing
Show in the evening.
Day 7 | Xi'an B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Visit the Shanxi Provincial Historical Museum in the morning.
Enjoy a local special noodle lunch and watch a Noodle Making demonstration.
After lunch visit the Ancient City Wall which is not only the
most complete city wall that has survived in China, but also one
of the largest and most complete ancient military defense systems
in the world. Then visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the symbol
of the city. It is said to have been built to house and protect
Buddhist scriptures collected by the Chinese monk, Xuan Zang,
the key figure in the classical Chinese novel, “Journey
to the West.”
Day 8 | Xi'an - Hangzhou B, L, D
B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
Leave Xian for Hangzhou by air this morning. Hangzhou is a city
with a rich history and culture. Marco Polo described this place
as “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world.”
Upon arrival, take the boat cruise on the magnificent West Lake,
the symbol of the city. In the afternoon, continue your tour to
visit the Yellow Dragon Cave, and taste the well-known Dragon
Well Tea at the No.1 tea plantation. Enjoy a dinner of local cuisine
in the evening.
Day 9 | Hangzhou - Wu Town-Wuxi B,
L, D B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
This morning, take motor coach to Wu Town, a quiet water town
with 1,300 years history. While more and more well- known small
water towns in south of Yangtze River, such as Zhou-zhuang Village,
have become modern and commercialized, Wu Town is one of the few
that still retain their quiet and natural characters of typical
Chinese water towns. That is why we take you here. Take a paddle-wood-boat
ride across the small water town to feel its serenity, peacefulness,
and subtle beauty. In the afternoon take a motor coach to Wuxi,
a unique water village and a pearl situated in the center of China’s
Yangtze Delta. Wuxi is famous for its landscapes which are truly
something to marvel at. Your tour starts with a visit to the beautiful
Turtle Head Peninsular Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of
Lake Tai, the largest fresh water lake in China. Then visit the
Li Garden. Li Garden, with its pavilions, corridors, and causeways
at the lakeside, is exquisitely designed and harmonious in color.
Visit the Freshwater Pearls Farm before we taste delicious local
cuisines at dinner , including Wuxi Pork Ribs with special sauces.
Day 10 | Wuxi - Shanghai B, L, D
B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
After breakfast, take a motor coach to Shanghai, the modern metropolis
and commercial center of China. Upon arrival, start your memorable
tour of Shanghai by walking along the famous Bund, a mile-long
stretch along the Huangpu river. Lined by the colonial architecture
of European design, this area is the best place to capture the
western influences of the old days. Continue to visit the Ming
Dynasty Yuyuan Garden which is considered to be one of the four
greatest Chinese gardens. Our final stop will be the bustling
shopping district, Nanjing Road. After dinner you may take an
optional tour, the Night Cruise on the Huangpu River at your own
expense (US$30).
Day 11 | Shanghai B, L B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
After breakfast, visit the Shanghai Museum to see ancient Chinese
art, furniture and jade. After ample time admiring the numerous
exhibits, you’ll be given an opportunity to shop for the
highest quality silk goods. This afternoon is free for you to
enjoy at your leisure. You may take the time to do some souvenir
and gift shopping or explore this city on your own.
Day 12 | Shanghai - Yichang / Yangze River
Cruise B, L, D B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport in the morning and fly
to Yichang at noon. Yichang is the economic and cultural center
of China's Hubei Province and serves as the starting point of
your Yangtze River adventure. Upon arrival you are transferred
to the docks and board the luxury East King cruise ship. You will
have an introduction to all the cruisetrip events and activities
onboard.
Day 13 | Yangtze River B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Your highly anticipated grand Yangtze River adventure starts this
morning. The cruiseship’s first stop is at Taipingxi (or
Sandouping). Disembark to visit the massive Three Gorges Dam Project,
which is the world's largest dam, measuring 606 feet high and
6,500 feet long. In 1997, the cofferdam was completed and the
main structure began. The dam has two five-stage locks to raise
and lower ships to the different river levels. Each lock in the
five stages is 65 feet high and 910 feet long. Reboard later as
the ship sails through Xiling Gorge, the longest of the Three
Gorges at 41 miles long and also its highest (4,000 feet).
Day 14 | Yangtze River B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Disembark at Wushan where you’ll board a small riverboat
for a leisurely ride through Shennong Stream, which offers clear
running waters, picturesque rock formations, and even monkeys
and goats along its banks. Reboard the East King cruise ship as
it sails through Wu Gorge, which is famous for its quiet beauty
and then passes through Qutang Gorge, the shortest and most dramatic
of the Three Gorges.
Day 15 | Yangtze River B, L, D B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Today's shore excursion will occur either at Fengdu or Wanzhou
Relocation Villages, largely dependent on local river conditions.
Fengdu, also called “Ghost City,” is a peculiar site
that is accessed via cable car. It contains numerous statues of
devils and ghosts that roam the afterworld. Wanzhou Relocation
Villages were formed due to the New Three Gorges Dam Project.
Shore excursion to the village includes a visit to the Hope Elementary
School.
Day 16 | Yangtze River - Chongqing-Guilin
B, L, D B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
The grand Yangtze River Cruise portion of your tour ends upon
arrival at Chongqing this morning. Get off board and take a coach
to the city center. Chongqing is the largest industrial and commercial
city in Sichuan Province. During the Second World War, it was
the headquarters for Chiang Kai-Shek and his nationalist government
and also the base for the Flying Tigers who made their historic
flights over the “Hump” (the Himalayan Mountain Range)
to Burma. Visit the Panda House, the General Stilwell Museum and
Eling Park. Enjoy a famous Chongqing Hot Pot dinner and fly to
Guilin in the evening. Transfer to hotel upon arrival.
Day 17 | Guilin - Yangshuo B, L,
D B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
Take a boat cruise trip from Guilin along the Li River for one
of the finest excursions on your tour of China. The journey downstream
to Yangshuo offers 30 miles of breathtaking scenery. You may have
an opportunity to catch the fascinating sights of fisherman with
cormorant birds while enjoying your lunch on board. Arrive in
the so called “Global Village,” Yangshuo, in the afternoon.
You will have free time after arriving at West Street. Situated
at the center of Yangshuo, West Street is the oldest street in
Yangshuo with a history of more than 1,400 years. It is greatly
admired by foreigners for its simple style and courtyard-like
setting. Surrounded by an array of traditional folk and amazing
international elements, you’ll find West Street a terrific
place to take a rest, both physically and psychologically. Your
time on the West Street is an opportunity to be with the landscape,
the people, and the soul of the area. After dinner, you can choose
to attend an optional program: The large-scale live performance
on the Li River--The Impression Sanjie Liu (US$55). This performance
expresses the beautiful scenery of the Li River,the colorful culture
of the ethnic groups in Guangxi and the brave imagination of the
excellent artists in China. It is the first of its kind in the
world.
Day 18 | Yangshuo - Guilin B, L,
D B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
After breakfast, take a sightseeing car to explore the beautiful
Yangshuo Local Village. The water buffalos, rice fields, the villagers
working in the field and beautiful landscapes will create a breathtaking
picture you’ll never forget. Enjoy a lunch featuring special
local recipes before returning to Guilin by motor coach. Continue
your tour to visit the Elephant Trunk Hill and the Reed Flute
Caves where you’ll be impressed by the fantastic Karst limestone
formations. Visit Guilin Art Gallery, the only comprehensive Art
Gallery in Guangxi Province followed by dinner.
Day 19 | Guilin - Shenzhen-Hong Kong B,
L B-Breakfast (Western Style or Buffet)
After breakfast, fly to Shenzhen which is situated immediately
north of Hong Kong. In the 1980s, Shenzhen grew seemingly overnight
from nothing to a metropolis. The growth spurt came at the instigation
of then-supreme Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping and remains the primary
symbol of the reform policy he initiated, which has brought rapid
economic growth and earth-shaking changes to China. After lunch
and a brief tour of this modern city, you will take a motor coach
to Hong Kong . Check into hotel upon arrival. Free time afterwards.
Today’s dinner is on your own.
Day 20 | Hong Kong B B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
Hong Kong is called the "City of Life" and a destination
that begs to be explored on a tourist’s own pace. No activities
have been scheduled for this day. You have the day to shop and
explore on your own and at your leisure. You can also choose to
join one of our optional tours, either a half day or a full day
city tour.
Day 21 | Hong Kong - Hometown B B-Breakfast
(Western Style or Buffet)
This morning, you will go to the airport and fly back home. If
you like, you may extend your stay in the vibrant Hong Kong for
another day to further explore the fascination of the Asia’s
world city. You may also consider joining one of our optional
one-day tours to Macau that is adjacent to Hong Kong (US$115)
or take advantage of the convenience of Hong Kong as a gateway
to explore other parts of Asia for a once-in-a-life-time journey
that offers cross-cultural comparisons and new perspectives. (check
our website for tour extension options
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