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Grand Tour of China
From $6,153 - 28 Days Fully Inclusive From Australia
An all encompassing programme that captures not only the essence of China but also explores its fascinating historical, cultural and physical attributes. Beginning in the capital of Beijing and travelling southwards through China’s premier landscapes and attractions this tour is not to be missed for travellers looking to experience more of China in one comprehensive visit. Visiting Beijing, Xian and cruising on the Yangtze, this tour will also take you to see the cuddly pandas in Chongqing, to explore cosmopolitan Shanghai and see the wonder of Guilin’s Li River.
TOUR ITINERARY
"We would like to tell you what a fantastic time we had on our tour. The whole trip was extremely professionally organised and everything ran so smoothly. We saw so much of this amazing country under the expert guidance of your national guide Sissi and the local guides, each of them were professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We would recommend Wendy Wu Tours to all our friends, as it really is very good value for the money we paid."
Mr and Mrs Olbertz, Queensland - May 2009
Days 1-2: Australia to Beijing
Fly with Singapore Airlines to Beijing via Singapore for 4 nights. Our welcoming banquet includes the local delicacy, ‘Peking Duck’.
Day 3: Beijing
Today we stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum followed by a visit to the Forbidden City.
Day 4: Beijing
Enjoy an exciting walk on the Great Wall and tour the Temple of Heaven.
Day 5: Beijing
Enjoy some shopping time at the silk markets and tour the Summer Palace. Our evening entertainment will be a Chinese Acrobatic show.
Day 6: Beijing to Xian
This morning explore Liulichang’s ancient shop fronts and the calligraphy market before boarding our overnight sleeper train to Xian.
Day 7: Xian
Arrive in Xian this morning and visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and the Shaanxi Provincial Museum. We will walk through the lively Muslim Quarter to the Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets. Tonight we enjoy a Shui Jiao Dumpling Banquet.
Day 8: Xian
Today we visit the life-size Terracotta Warriors and the ancient City Wall. Enjoy an evening performance of traditional Tang Dynasty dancing this evening.
Day 9: Xian to Wuhan (Yangtze River Cruise)
Fly to Wuhan and transfer by coach (approx 4-5hrs) to board our Yangtze River cruise for the next 4 nights.
Days 10-12: Yangtze River Cruise
Enjoy a tour to the Three Gorges Dam before cruising on the Yangtze River, passing beautiful scenery along the way. Take shore excursions to explore the fascinating history and tranquil landscapes (subject to change).
Day 13: Chongqing to Kunming
We disembark this morning and visit the Panda House at Chongqing Zoo before we fly to Kunming. Sample ‘Across the Bridge Noodles’.
Day 14: Kunming
Enjoy a full day tour to the Stone Forest, where massive limestone columns form a vast forest of surreal shapes and images.
Day 15: Kunming to Dali
Today we drive to Dali for a 2 night stay.
Day 16: Dali
Enjoy a cruise on Erhai Lake, participate in a traditional tea tasting, visit the Three Pagodas and explore Dali’s ancient City Wall.
Day 17: Dali to Kunming
We visit Xizhou Village to explore the local market and the Yen Family House, an ancient courtyard home, before returning to Kunming.
Day 18: Kunming to Guilin
Today we visit the Flower Market before we fly to Guilin.
Day 19: Guilin to Yangshuo (Li River Cruise)
Relax on a stunning Li River cruise as we travel to Yangshuo for an overnight stay.
Day 20: Yangshuo to Guilin
Visit the local markets before returning to Guilin where we visit Mt. Diecai.
Day 21: Guilin to Shanghai
This morning we visit the Reed Flute Caves before flying to Shanghai.
Day 22: Shanghai
Today we visit Yu Gardens, the Old Town, the antiques and fine arts at the Shanghai Museum and the famous Bund. Our dinner this evening will be a banquet of delicious Shanghai cuisine.
Day 23: Shanghai to Suzhou
Travel to Suzhou. We visit a Silk Mill still in operation today, cruise on a section of the ancient Grand Canal and visit some of the finest oriental gardens in China.
Day 24: Suzhou to Hangzhou
Travel to Hangzhou and visit the local markets and experience an oriental tea tasting.
Day 25: Hangzhou
Visit the Temple of Inspired Seclusion, the Six Harmonies Pagoda and relax as we cruise along tranquil West Lake.
Day 26: Hangzhou to Shanghai
Return to Shanghai and explore the Xintiandi area. Enjoy an evening Huangpu River cruise as our farewell celebration.
Day 27: Depart Shanghai
Enjoy the morning at leisure before boarding our overnight flight to Australia.
Day 28: Arrive Australia
Arrive home this morning.
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