The Dynasty of the Dragon
11 Days, 10 Nights
Day 1
Arrival Beijing
A local representative will meet and greet you at the airport. You will be transferred to the hotel afterwards.
Day 2
Beijing
Today, join our Forbidden City Tour with lunch. Visit the world renown Tiananmen Square, the very centre of the capital of China. After, venture into the Forbidden City, the former palaces of many emperors throughout the Ming and Qing dynasty. Then, visit a famous ancient Chinese Medical Pharmaceutical company, founded in year 1669, Tong Ren Tang to learn the rich history of traditional Chinese medicine. This evening, enjoy the famous Peking Duck Dinner. (B, L D)
Day 3
Beijing
Today’s highlight is an excursion to the world-renowned UNESCO’s “Seven Wonders of the World”, majestic Great Wall (JuYongGuan). Get a chance to climb a section of this 3,700-mile marvel. Afterwards, tour the iconic “2008 Beijing Olympic Centre”; including the famous Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. Then, visit on of the largest Jade Exhibitions in Asia. Tonight, you can choose to participate in a large-scale musical drama show, the Golden Mask Dynasty show (USD $50/person). (B, L)
Day 4
Beijing • Suzhou
Today (till noon), explore Beijing on your own. You can also sign up for highly recommended half-day (USD $79/person) Beijing tour, which includes a tour to the “Temple of Heaven” and a famous rickshaw Hutong Tour & Local Family Vist. A local family meal is included. During the late evening, transport to Suzhou via flight or high-speed train. (B)
Day 5
Suzhou • Wuxi
After breakfast, tour the Lingering Garden, a classic private garden housing more than 500-years of history. Next, visit a renowned traditional Silk Culture and Exhibition Centre. After lunch, enjoy an optional relaxed and soothing Grand Canal Cruise (USD $30/person) inside the city. Later afternoon, continue onwards to Wuxi to visit the LingShan Grand Buddha and the spiritual Brahma palace. (B, L)
Day 6
Wuxi • Hangzhou
This morning, tour the brilliance of Lihu Park, located at the famous Lake TaiHu. Followed by a visit to the fresh water pearl processing company, the “Yuanrun Ju” jewel corporate. Continue onwards to Hangzhou, the city described by Marco Polo as “City of Heaven”. This evening, you may enjoy a symbolic performance of Hangzhou, “The Romantic Show of SongCheng” (USD $65/person). (B, L)
Day 7
Hangzhou • Shanghai
After breakfast, visit The West Lake. You can choose to board on an amazing boat ride on the serene West Lake. Then, visit the No.1 tea plantation site and taste the well-known Dragon Well Tea. After lunch, transport to Shanghai. Walk along the famous Bund, lined by the colonial architecture of European designs. Later evening, have an optional participation on a Chinese Acrobatic Show – ERA: The Intersection of Time (USD $60/person). (B, L)
Day 8
Shanghai
After breakfast, tour the famous Shanghai Museum. Followed by a visit to an Emerald exhibition centre. Then, visit the City God Temple Bazaar. At night, you may enjoy a scenery ride on the Huangpu River Night Cruise (USD $50/person) and get a breath-taking glimpse of the dazzling and charming night view of Shanghai. (B, L)
Day 9
Shanghai • Xi’an
After breakfast, transfer to Xi’an by air. Xi’an is one of the founding birthplaces of the ancient Chinese civilization. Upon arrival, visit the “Small Wild Goose Pagoda” (XiaoYan Ta). Participate in a special class to learn about brush paintings, traditional Chinese culture and Chinese Calligraphy. Next, tour Xi’an Museum, a Tang Dynasty-style structure under national heritage protection. Later evening, a dumpling banquet will be held along with a spectacular show featuring Tang Dynasty Dance and Music. (B)
Day 10
Xi’an
After breakfast, visit Qin Emperor’s Mausoleum, showcasing the world-renowned “Terracotta Warriors” and “Horses Museum”. After visiting the museum, we will continue to the Artistic Ceramics Factory, to learn the techniques about the makings of the Terracotta Warriors. (B, L)
Day 11
Beijing • Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly home. Or extend your trip with us to the famous Yangtze River. (B)
*OPTIONAL
Yangtze River Cruise Extension
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Tour Highlights
Walk on the Great Wall of China
Forbidden City – the largest imperial palace in the world
Optional – Experience traditional Beijing lifestyle with local family
Watertown of Suzhou
Grand buddha in Wuxi
“City of Paradise” – Hangzhou
Visit one of the “Four Great Ancient
Capitals” of China – Xi’an
“Terracotta Warriors”
Tour Includes
Inland Transportation
Local 5-star hotels
Admission fee to attractions indicated in the itinerary
English-speaking tour guide
Tour Excludes
International Flight
Chinese Visa Fees
Travel Insurance
Optional Tours & Personal expenses
Prepaid Tipping: USD$120/person
Meals:
10 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 1 Dinner
(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner
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