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Highlights

  • Beijing
  • Great Wall
  • Xi'an
  • Tongli
  • Suzhou
  • Shanghai

    Classic China Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Beijing: Visit Tiananmen Square. Tour the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Travel the Sacred Way, home to the remnants of the Ming Tombs. Enjoy an evening at the Peking Opera. Explore the Hulong Town.
  • Great Wall: Walk this wonder of the ancient world.
  • Xi'an: Explore the excavations of the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses. Meet a local farmer and see his cave home along the Yellow River.
  • Tongli: Visit this picturesque market town.
  • Suzhou: Cruise the 1,000-year-old city canal. Learn about silk manufacturing and visit the Embroidery Institute. Enjoy a performance in Suzhou's Garden of the Master of Fishing Nets.
  • Shanghai: Stroll the famed Bund waterfront promenade. Enjoy the peaceful Yu Yuan Garden. Visit the Children's Palace. See the Shanghai Acrobats.

    Dining Highlights

  • Most meals: Buffet Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners

    First Class Travel Highlights

  • All domestic flights within China.
  • 8 nights in deluxe hotels.
  • Fully-escorted tours with English speaking guides.
  • All transportation on the tour.
  • All airport transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 10.
  • Services of an experienced Trafalgar Tour Director.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.

    Please Note:
    Guaranteed roomshare is not available on this tour.

    • Details
    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    Duration
    10 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart North America Depart North America
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    Day 2Beijing Arrive Beijing (3 nights)
    : Arrive in Beijing and be greeted by a Trafalgar Tour Director who will escort you to your hotel.

    Hotel: Sheraton
    Day 3Beijing Beijing
    : Tour the Forbidden City, a 250-acre complex of palaces, pavilions, courtyards and gardens. It's the most complete ancient imperial palace in the world. Visit Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing. Walk through the Tiananmen Gate, the "Gate of Heavenly Peace," and the entranceway to the Forbidden City. Continue on to another Beijing gem, the Summer Palace, one of China's largest and best-preserved imperial gardens. At the end of the day, indulge in a succulent Peking Duck dinner. (Breakfast / Lunch / Highlight Dinner)
    Day 4Beijing Beijing
    : In the morning, travel 40 miles north of Beijing to the Great Wall. To walk this wonder of the ancient world is truly memorable. The original construction began in the 3rd century BC as a way to keep out warring invaders. Additional sections extended the wall over the centuries to its present length of nearly 4,000 miles. Before your return to Beijing, travel the Sacred Way, home to the remnants of the Ming Tombs, the once lavish burial chambers of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. End your day with an evening at the spectacular Beijing Opera. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 5Xi'an Beijing - Xi'an (2 nights)
    : Ride in a rickshaw for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hutongs (ancient lanes and alleyways), located in the old residential area of Beijing. Enjoy a family-hosted lunch, and then fly to Xi'an in the afternoon and be taken to the Sheraton Hotel. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

    Hotel: Sheraton
    Day 6Xi'an Xi'an
    : Xi'an is the site of one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. After your amazing exploration of these fabulous sculptures, visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists. In the evening, indulge in a Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show featuring music, dance, and traditional costumes. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 7Suzhou Xi'an - Shanghai - Tongli - Suzhou
    : Fly to Shanghai and travel to Tongli en route to Suzhou. A charming town, Tongli boasts a picturesque collection of ancient bridges crisscrossing meandering rivers. In the evening, enjoy a gala at the Garden of the Master of the Fishing Nets in Suzhou, including a special performance of native classical music and dance. This is a rare opportunity to experience a truly intimate and memorable evening. Spend the evening at your hotel. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

    Hotel: Shangri-La
    Day 9Shanghai Shanghai
    : Shanghai is a striking blend of cultures. European-style buildings stand alongside Chinese structures and ancient temples. Today, you'll stroll through Old Town, then along the Bund, Shanghai's famed waterfront promenade. Enjoy the peaceful Yu Yuan Gardens and visit the Oriental Pearl TV Tower with its distinctive artistic spheres representing "large and small pearls dropping onto a jade plate." The highest tower in Asia, this unique site with revolving teahouse and sightseeing platform offers a fantastic view of the Bund. On your final night in China, prepare to be dazzled by the amazing Shanghai Acrobats. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 10North America Shanghai - North America
    : Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, or continue your tour with one of our popular optional extensions. (Buffet Breakfast)
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    *** Air price is based on departures from New York. Additional add-on airfares from other cities are available.
    **** Please Note: Guarenteed roomshare is not available on this tour.
    ***** Hotel subject to change, depends on the season
    For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
    The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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