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Classic China Discovery

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From Beijing to Shanghai
5.0 (7 reviews)
  • An architectural structure with ornate details under a clear blue sky.
  • A statue of a lion guarding the entrance with traditional Chinese architecture.
  • A river snaking through a mountainous landscape under a cloudy sky.
  • The Great Wall of China with surrounding lush greenery.
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  • Lots of information about cities and people and culture - couldn't fault them. It was fantastic all the way.

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  • The Great Wall of China on rugged, brown hills under a clear sky.
  • A traditional Chinese performer with an elaborate mask and costume.
  • Twin pagodas reflected on a lake surrounded by lush greenery.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Start point
    Beijing Shi, China (Airport)
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant featuring authentic regional dishes)

    Included Activities

    • Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel
    • Welcome briefing
    • Welcome dinner at local restaurant featuring authentic regional dishes
  3. Day 2

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tiananmen Square
    • Visit Forbidden City
    • Visit Temple of Heaven
    Landmarks
    Tiananmen Square
    Forbidden City
    Temple of Heaven
  4. Day 3

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Badaling Great Wall
    • Visit Changling Ming Tomb
    • Visit Sacred Way
    • Stop at Olympic venues (Bird Nest and Water Cube)
    Landmarks
    Badaling Great Wall
    Changling Mausoleum
    Bird Nest (National Stadium)
    Water Cube (National Aquatics Center)
  5. Day 4

    Beijing to Xian

    Beijing to Xian
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • High-speed train transfer to Xian
    • Hotel transfer on arrival
  6. Day 5

    Xian

    Xian
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shaanxi History Museum
    • Visit Xi'an City Wall
    • Visit Small Wild Goose Pagoda
    Landmarks
    Shaanxi History Museum
    Xi'an City Wall
    Small Wild Goose Pagoda
  7. Day 6

    Xian

    Xian
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Old Xian Restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Terracotta Warriors burial site
    • Lunch at Old Xian Restaurant
    • Visit Muslim Street and best preserved mosque in China
    Landmarks
    Terracotta Warriors
    Muslim Street
  8. Day 7

    Xian to Guilin

    Xian to Guilin
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Xian to Guilin
    • Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel
    • Visit Reed Flute Cave
    Landmarks
    Reed Flute Cave
  9. Day 8

    Guilin - Li River - Yangshuo

    Guilin - Li River - Yangshuo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Li River boat cruise
    • Visit Yangshuo
    • Walk through West Street
    Landmarks
    Li River
    Yangshuo
  10. Day 9

    Guilin to Shanghai

    Guilin to Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Guilin to Shanghai
    • Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel
    • Visit Yu Garden
    • Walk along The Bund
    • Optional shopping at Nanjing Road

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping at Nanjing Road
    Landmarks
    Yu Garden
    The Bund
    Nanjing Road
  11. Day 10

    Shanghai - Zhujiajiao

    Shanghai - Zhujiajiao
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zhujiajiao ancient water town
    • Visit Xin Tiandi (New Heaven and Earth)
    Landmarks
    Zhujiajiao
    Xin Tiandi
  12. Day 11

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Special farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Free day activities in Shanghai
  13. Day 12

    Shanghai Departure

    Shanghai Departure
    End point
    Shanghai Shi, China (Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hotel check-out and airport transfer

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  • Athol5.0•June 2023
    Saw the major tourist attractions. Overall communication was very good. Guides/Director were all informative and...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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  • Jim5.0•June 2023
    The itinerary was excellent, it covered a big area in China. The guide added a lot of value with in-depth knowledge....
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  • Desley5.0•June 2023
    Our guide Alice, Lena & Candy were excellent at giving us a detailed & interesting history talk at each location. We...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Thank you very much for taking the time to share your positive feedback. We’re delighted to know that you had a wonderful experience on our tour. Your comments mean a lot to our team, and we look forward to assisting you again on your next adventure.
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  • Phil5.0•June 2023
    Everything went smoothly. Special thanks to Martin for his constant help, guidance & problem-solving & to Alice for...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    We’re so glad to hear you had a great time! Our team works hard to make every journey special, and it’s wonderful to know you enjoyed it. We hope to travel with you again soon — perhaps on another Tweet World Travel destination!
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  • Barlow5.0•June 2023
    Excellent - loved the guide - Great English skills, charismatic (Dave Funny - Dan the Man), loved Julie-Glad. Lots of...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Thank you for your lovely feedback. Our guides and operations team will be very happy to hear your comments. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to creating more memorable travel experiences for you in the future.
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  • Cheryl5.0•June 2023
    The trip was value for money, the historical knowledge of the guide was excellent and everyone was extremely...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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  • Leonard5.0•June 2023
    Accommodation: A+ Lunches: A+ Schedule of activities: A Overall the "Golden Triangle" tour provides great sight...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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