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Description:
The grand tour perfectly shows you a combination of neoteric China as well as Ming-Qing royal cultural relics - Beijing,, a modern metropolis - Shanghai and the breathtaking natural sceneries - Guilin.
Day 1 Beijing

On arrival, CITS guide will hold a welcome sign to meet you. You will be transferred to New World Courtyard Hotel for a three-night stay on a room and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is free to relax.

Accommodation at the New World Courtyard Hotel ☆☆☆☆
(L+D)
Day 2 Beijing
Morning:
Take a half-day excursion to explore the incredible Forbidden City with its grand palaces and courtyards. Built in 1420, it was here that 24 emperors lived and ruled for over 500 years. The South Gate leads you to Tian'anmen Square - the biggest of its kind in the world.
Afternoon:
Continue to the beautiful Summer Palace where you can discover gardens, palaces and pavilions with temples and halls in a tranquil, landscaped lakeside setting.
Evening:
After dinner a fascinating Peking Opera Show will be presented to you at the Liyuan Theatre.

Accommodation at the New World Courtyard Hotel ☆☆☆☆
(B+L+D)
Day 3 Beijing
Morning:
You will take a half-day guided visit to the awesome Great Wall of China. Here you can enjoy the stunning views as you stroll along this seemingly endless piece of history, which winds its way into the far distance.
Afternoon:
Continue to the Ming Tomb, which due to their enormity took over 200 years to complete.
Evening:
Dinner is served at the original, century-old Quanjude Roasted Duck Restaurant.

Accommodation at the New World Courtyard Hotel ☆☆☆☆
(B+L+D)
Day 4 Beijing to Shanghai
Morning:
Explore the Temple of Heaven which itself has become a symbol of the city. Here ancient emperor worshipped God and prayed for harvest.
Afternoon:
Transfer and take the flight to Shanghai. You will pass through the old town and take a walk along the famous waterfront to fully appreciate this diverse city.

Accommodation at Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai ☆☆☆☆
(B+L+D)
Day 5 Shanghai
Morning:
Visit the Shanghai Museum with its collection of ancient Chinese Art of bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy.
Afternoon:
Continue the Yu Garden, which has over 30 pavilions, linked by a maze of corridors and bridges. And Jade Buddha Temple where two rare jade statues of Sakyamuni Buddha is treasured.
Evening:
An acrobatic show at the Portman Ritz-Calton Hotel for your entertainment after dinner.

Accommodation at Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai ☆☆☆☆
(B+L+D)
Day 7 Guilin to Yangshuo to Guilin

Today take a scenic river cruise along the Li River with its peaceful senerity and jagged limestone peaks. Lunch is included on board before arriving at Yangshuo where you have free time to explore and peruse the local shops and markets. Continue to take the private vehicle back to Guilin.

Accommodation at Guilin Park Hotel ☆☆☆☆
(B+L+D)
Day 8 Guilin

Transfer to the airport for the flight to your homeland. Alternatively, extend your stay.
(B)

Description of Price:
10/01/2006

11/15/2006 2-5 travelers 1419 1696
6-9 travelers 1199 1476
11/16/2006

11/30/2006 2-5 travelers 1381 1625
6-9 travelers 1151 1395
12/01/2006

02/28/2007 2-5 travelers 1311 1512
6-9 travelers 1081 1282
03/01/2007

04/30/2007 2-5 travelers 1381 1625
6-9 travelers 1151 1395
05/01/2007

05/31/2007 2-5 travelers 1419 1696
6-9 travelers 1199 1476
06/01/2007

08/31/2007 2-5 travelers 1381 1625
6-9 travelers 1151 1395
09/01/2007

11/15/2007 2-5 travelers 1419 1696
6-9 travelers 1199 1476
11/16/2007

11/30/2007 2-5 travelers 1381 1625
6-9 travelers 1151 1395
12/01/2007

02/29/2008 2-5 travelers 1311 1512
6-9 travelers 1081 1282


Price Includes:
1.Entrance fees of all sites as mentioned
2.Meals as listed in the itinerary, B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner
3.Excellent guide & driver + Private vehicle
4.Hotels (twin share basis) as listed in the itinerary
5.Domestic flights or trains as listed in the itinerary and domestic airports taxes
6.Round transfers between airports or rail stations and hotels
7.Service charge & Government taxes



Price Excludes:
1.Personal expenses
2.Visa fees
3.Excess baggage charges
4.Entry or exit China international airfare or train tickets
5.Any meals that are not specified.
6.Tips to guides or drivers

Note:
The above private package tour is tailor-made for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other participants will be in your group. You can start the tour whenever you want. Or if it does not perfectly suit you, please feel free to contact your travel advisor.
There is extra cost of the accommodation in the period of Guangzhou Chinese Export Commodities Fair or F1 Shanghai. Our travel advisors will inform you the price fluctuation during these periods.

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