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Taste of China
10 DAYS FROM £1395
This enchanting tour of China will unravel a vastly different world of spectacular scenery, rich cultural heritage and oriental architecture.
Included Highlights
Beijing City sightseeing, Peking Duck dinner
Chengde City sightseeing
Great Wall of China
Xian City sightseeing & Terracotta Warriors
Meals on tour 8 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 8 dinners (D)
English speaking guide on tour, and local guide in each city
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Beijing - Xian - Beijing - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 8 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 8 dinners (D)
Travel on tour by comfortable air-conditioned transport
Professional tour director on tour & local guide in each city
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
All local and airport taxes
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: Depart UK.
DAY 2: Arrive Beijing.
On arrival in Beijing you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for three nights. (D)
DAY 3: Beijing.
Enjoy the iconic sights of China's atmospheric capital city today, including Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, the magnificent Forbidden City, a palace complex that housed successive emperors for over 500 years, and the glorious Summer Palace, a park of lakeside pagodas, ornate pavilions and the marble boat made for Empress Dowager Ci Xi. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Beijing.
Admire the ornate Temple of Heaven, one of the most iconic and strictly preserved sites in China, built in 1420 during the reign of the Ming Dynasty. Later relax on a rickshaw ride along the city's Hutongs (tiny lanes) before visiting a local family's home. This evening enjoy a famous Peking Duck dinner. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Beijing - Chengde by train.
Take an early morning train ride through rural landscapes to the imperial resort of Chengde, an idyllic mountain town once favoured by 18th century Qing Emperors for its fascinating, rugged landscapes and cool, fresh climate. With its stunning collection of palaces, temples and imperial summer retreats, Chengde is a considered to be one of China's leading scenic spots and was made a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994. This afternoon, visit Summer Resort, a former imperial retreat and the largest royal gardens in China, to admire the picturesque pavilions, bridged streams and ornamental ponds of this romantic and serene parkland.
Note: Only one small bag per person is allowed on the train, your main luggage will be taken to Beijing airport in time for your flight to Xian on Day 7. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Chengde.
Visit the three outer temples: Temple of Universal Happiness (Pule Si), with its Buddha of Happiness, the serene Lesser Potala Palace (Putozongchen Miao) and the combined Han/Tibetan style Temple of Universal Peace (Puning Si), the only active Lama temple in Chengde. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Chengde - Jinshanling Great Wall - Beijing - Xian.
Drive to Jinshanling, set amid the fantastic mountainous Luanping County in Hebei Province, to visit the legendary Great Wall. After lunch, drive to Beijing to catch your flight to Xian. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Xian and Terracotta Warriors.
Today's visit is sure to be a highlight of your trip. Visit the funeral vault of the first emperor, built in around 250 BC, to marvel at the incredible Terracotta Warriors carved to guard the Imperial Tomb. Nothing will prepare you for this incredible display of 8,000 life-sized, hand-carved clay warriors, chariots and horses. Later, visit the tranquil Wild Goose Pagoda and view Xian's ancient city walls. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Xian - Beijing.
Enjoy an included visit to the Grand Mosque in the atmospheric Muslim Quarter and Yangling Tomb, the wonderfully preserved burial place of Emperor Liu Qi and his Empress, excavated to reveal 40,000 burial objects, including cavalrymen, pottery figurines, chariots and weapons. This afternoon, fly to Beijing. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Beijing - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Beijing: Grand Gongda Jianguo (4*); Chengde: Mountain Villa (3*); Xian: New World (4*).
Note: Tour hotels will be as specified or alternatives of a similar standard.
Visa Requirements
A visa is required for entry into China. This must be obtained prior to departure.
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosTaste of China + Hong Kong - 3 Extra nights from £180
A chance to break your journey home and immerse yourself fully in the splendours of this city of amazing and wonderful contrasts.
Why not visit Victoria Peak, which boasts outstanding 360 degree views of Hong Kong and Repulse Bay, take a harbour cruise or venture out to Causeway Bay, the city's shopping mecca?
On day 10 of your tour, fly to Hong Kong and transfer to your chosen hotel, either the Eaton Smart or Metropark Kowloon Hotel for the next three nights.
Accommodation on Extensions
Taste of China + Hong Kong - 3 Extra nights from £180
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View Holiday PhotosMetropark Hotel Kowloon
The Metropark Hotel Kowloon is situated within the heart of the Kowloon district and provides easy access to Hong Kong's major shopping areas, yet is set back from the bustle of the city, making it a peaceful haven of comfort in the heart of Hong Kong.
Location: Situated in the bustling area of Mongkok with numerous shopping arcades, and entertainment places just round the corner.
Facilities: Rooftop swimming pool (closed between January and February); fitness centre; restaurants and bars; minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; individually-controlled air-conditioning; cable TV; radio; tea/coffee-maker; alarm clock; hairdryer; fridge; telephone.
Options: Breakfast; single room.
Official category: 3 star. -
View Holiday PhotosEaton Smart
This contemporary hotel offers well appointed and custom designed rooms, and is situated perfectly for exploring Hong Kong.
Location: The Eaton Smart Hotel is located on Nathan Road, in the heart of Kowloon's shopping and entertainment district and within close proximity of local transportation.
Facilities: Outdoor swimming pool; restaurants; bars; gym; internet access; lounge; cocktail bar.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; breakfast; air-conditioning; cable/satellite TV; hairdryer; fridge; tea/coffee-maker; telephone.
Options: Single room.
Official category: 4 star.
Note: The Eaton Hotel will be renamed as The Eaton Smart from October 2010.
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