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Classic China
From $5,392 - 22 Days, Fully Inclusive from selected Australian cities
Visiting China is an exceptional and unique experience; it is a beautiful country that in some parts has remained unchanged for centuries. On this wonderful tour you will experience a culture that is still richly intact and permeates every aspect of Chinese life.
Begin in the urban metropolis that is Shanghai; a city that fuses a mix of Eastern and Western influences and has so much to offer. In the capital, Beijing, you will be enthralled by the historic significance of its extraordinary sites. The Yangtze River will amaze you with its backdrop of misty, beautiful mountains. You will adore Guilin, one of the most beautiful cities in China. Wander the cobblestone streets of Lijiang and relax by the Black Dragon Pool.
This tour will capture your imagination, leave you feeling in touch with China’s incredible history and allow you to mingle with its friendly people.
DAYS 1-2: AUSTRALIA TO SHANGHAI
Fly overnight with Singapore Airlines to Shanghai for a two-night stay. Upon arrival you will explore the Pudong area. Dinner will be a banquet of traditional Shanghai cuisine.
DAY 3: SHANGHAI
Today you will visit Shanghai Museum, Yu Gardens, the Silk Museum, the Old Town, stroll along the famous Bund and explore the Xintiandi area. Enjoy a cruise along the stunning Huangpu River this evening.
DAY 4: SHANGHAI TO BEIJING
Fly to Beijing this morning where you will visit the exquisite Summer Palace. This evening sample the local delicacy, ‘Peking Duck’.
DAY 5: BEIJING
Take an exciting walk along the Great Wall and visit the 15th-century Temple of Heaven. This evening you will watch an acrobatic show.
DAY 6: BEIJING
Stroll through Tiananmen Square, passing Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum, followed by a visit to the 15th-century Forbidden City.
DAY 7: BEIJING TO XIAN
This morning you will have some time for shopping at the copy markets before boarding your overnight sleeper train to Xian.
DAY 8: XIAN
Upon arrival in Xian this morning you will visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda, the fascinating Shaanxi Provincial Museum, walk through the Muslim Quarter and explore the Islamic food markets. This evening you will feast on a Shui Jiao Dumpling banquet whilst enjoying a traditional Tang Dynasty dance performance.
DAY 9: XIAN
This morning visit one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century, the life-size Terracotta Warriors. You will also visit the ancient City Wall, one of the best preserved in all of China.
DAY 10: XIAN TO WUHAN - YANGTZE RIVER
Fly to Wuhan this morning and transfer (approximately 4-5 hours) to Yichang, the boarding point of your Yangtze River cruise for the next four nights.
DAYS 11-13: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
Enjoy a tour to the Three Gorges Dam before cruising along the mighty Yangtze River. You will pass some of the most beautiful scenery in China and take shore excursions to explore the fascinating history and tranquil landscapes of the tributaries.
DAY 14: CHONGQING TO GUILIN
Disembark your cruise in Chongqing and visit the Panda House at Chongqing Zoo. Later you will fly to Guilin.
DAY 15: GUILIN
Cruise along the Li River today as you immerse yourself in the breathtaking views of this unique landscape.
DAY 16: GUILIN TO KUNMING
Visit the Reed Flute Caves and Mt. Diecai this morning before boarding your flight to Kunming. This evening sample ‘Across the Bridge Noodles’, a specialty of the region.
DAY 17: KUNMING
Enjoy a full-day tour of the picturesque Stone Forest where massive limestone columns form a vast forest of surreal shapes and images.
DAY 18: KUNMING TO LIJIANG
Fly to Lijiang. Upon arrival wander through the quaint cobblestone streets and around the meandering canals of the Old Quarter. Later this afternoon you will visit the Black Dragon Pool.
DAY 19: LIJIANG
Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge today, one of the deepest gorges in the world.
DAY 20: LIJIANG TO KUNMING
Catch a chairlift to explore one of the meadows of the impressive Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and enjoy the amazing scenery. Fly to Kunming later this afternoon.
DAY 21: DEPART KUNMING
This morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Kunming airport to board your overnight flight to Australia.
DAY 22: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA
Arrive home this morning.
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
"We were lucky enough to join a group of 16 Australians and 2 New Zealanders who after a few days became a large happy family. This in no small measure was due to our excellent national guide Maggie. Maggie was happy, knowledgeable and had great communication skills. She really made the tour a pleasure. We felt that the Classic China tour was good value for money and would be happy to recommend it to all our friends. We did the tour on the recommendation of friends."
Mr and Mrs O’Donoghue, Queensland - April 2011
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
"The most efficient and well organised tour I have been on. Plenty of variety of scenery both natural and man-made. I’m an experienced traveller and have not seen anything like the Great Wall. Excellent tour guide Maggie, good local guides the whole way around. I enjoyed the food very much and I now have an idea on how to use chopsticks. Altogether an unforgettable experience in a great country. Thank you very much!"
Mr Ruth, South Australia - April 2011
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