China Essence

( 5 Star )

Visit: Beijing - Xian - Shanghai - Suzhou

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This classic tour covers the most of the must-see destinations in China. In ten days, you will visit the ancient cultural cities of Beijing and Xi’an, enjoy the dynamic Shanghai and get impressed by the most graceful and charming city of Suzhou.

Meet and transfer to the Sunworld Hotel. Meals: (No meals)

The Tian’anmen Square is the world’s largest and renowned public square where many historical events once took place. The Forbidden City (UNESCO) is the imperial place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties ruled for nearly 500 years (1420-1911). Experience the architectural splendor of the palaces, ceremonial courtyards, and private quarters. The Summer Palace (UNESCO) is the largest imperial garden in the world. Emperors of successive dynasties created a summer retreat of Chinese gardens and pavilions, around the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake. Meals: (B/L/-)

The Great Wall is one of the most spectacular structures ever built by humans and is the only one visible from space. Take an outside tour to the Olympic Stadium, nicknamed Bird's Nest, and the National Swimming Centre, also known as the Water Cube. Meals:(B/L/-)

The Temple of Heaven (UNESCO), where ancient Chinese emperors made sacrifices to Heaven and prayed for bountiful harvests, demonstrates the supreme achievement of traditional Chinese architecture. Take a Hutong Tour to explore the oldest part of the city and gain insight into the traditional lifestyle and customs. Meals:(B/L/-)

Hotel-Airport transfer in Beijing, airport transfer in Xi’an The Shaanxi History Museum, a national comprehensive museum in Xi’an, highlights the development of Chinese civilization more than 5,000 years. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a Tang Dynasty landmark, is a seven-story pagoda initially constructed in 652 AD. One of the pagoda's many functions is to hold sutras and figurines of the Buddha that were brought to China from India by the Buddhist translator and traveler - Xuanzang. Stay at the Jian Guo Hotel Xian. Meals:(B/L/-)

The Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses (UNESCO) is one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world. More than 6000 life-sized terra cotta warriors, archers, infantrymen, horses, and bronze chariots have silently guarded the tomb of China's First Emperor for over 2,200 years. Enjoy a tasteful Dumpling Banquet followed by an exquisite traditional Tang Dynasty Show. Meals:(B/L/TD)

Hotel-Airport transfer in Xi’an, Airport-Hotel transfer in Shanghai Fly to Shanghai. Rest of day at leisure. Stay at the Ocean Hotel Shanghai. Meals:(B/-/-)

Owing to its ingenious design in Ming and Qing dynasties, the Yu Garden becomes a real museum of Chinese ancient architecture. The Shanghai Museum has a collection of 120,000 pieces of Chinese ancient treasures. The Bund,featured outstanding European colonial architectures, is full of new skyscrapers and historical buildings in the center of Shanghai. Take a stroll along the Xintiandi Street, a boutique area highlights a harmonious merger of classic and modern Shanghai. Pudong New Area is home to the Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone and the Shanghai Stock Exchange and many of Shanghai's best-known buildings, such as the Oriental Pearl Tower, the Jin Mao Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center, and the Shanghai Tower. These modern skyscrapers directly face Puxi's historic Bund, a remnant of former foreign concessions in China. Meals:(B/L/-)

Transfer of Shanghai/Suzhou/Shanghai The Master of Nets Garden, the smallest and most proportional of all the beautiful gardens in Suzhou, is in the mood of tranquility and harmony. Pingjiang Road, a ancient street along the Grand Canal, is filled with snack shops, tea houses, ping-tan museums, and boutique shops. Meals: (B/L/-)

After early Breakfast, Departure transfer to airport

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4 night accommodation with buffet breakfast at the Sunworld Hotel; 2 night accommodation with buffet breakfast at Jian Guo Hotel Xi’an; 3 night accommodation with buffet breakfast at Ocean Hotel Shanghai; Tours with meals as listed. Professional English speaking tour guide service. Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic air tickets with airport tax.

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International airfares Optional activities Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program Personal equipment Travel insurance Gratuities Voluntary tips for guides or drivers. Suggested tipping amount per person per day: Travel and medical insurance Any items not mentioned as included

Note

All Departures are on Wednesday's Additional airport tax: USD 20 net per person Optional Tours available on Request for following Days Day -3 --Optional Kung Fu Show with Peking Duck dinner Day -8 --Optional Acrobatic Show with dinner For the booking that passengers arrive in Beijing between 9 pm and 7 am, or depart Shanghai before 8 am and after 10 pm, please note there will be additional surcharge