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19 Days
Days 4-5/Shanghai Shanghai is an amazing city and there is plenty of time to explore. Take a walk along The Bund resplendent with its Art Deco buildings from the boom period of the 1920s and 30s and stroll through the magnificent Yu Yuan Gardens, which date back to 1577. In your free time you can visit one of Shanghais many museums or splash out in the ultra-modern shopping district. Theres also some pumping nightlife to check out. Days 6-7/Nanjing Theres loads to experience in Nanjing this old city was the capital of China in several periods through history including the Ming Dynasty. We visit the Memorial Hall of the Nanjing Massacre, and theres free time to explore Sun Yat Sens Mausoleum at the foot of Mt Zijin, the excellent Nanjing Museum or the Ming City Gates. Days 8-2/Yangtze River Cruise We travel by train past villages and though lush countryside to reach Yichang late in the afternoon. Take a stroll along the banks of the Yangtze River before boarding the riverboat for our Yangtze cruise. Over the following two and a half days we cruise upstream, passing through spectacular gorges. From quiet riverside towns to industrial cities, life along this majestic river is changing at a rapid pace. Our Yangtze River journey ends at Chongqing, where we board the overnight train to Xian. Days 3-5/Xian - Terracotta Warriors Xians most famous attractions, the Terracotta Warriors, are rightly regarded as one of the great finds of the 20th century. The detail in these carved warriors is amazing no two soldiers are alike. In Xian, theres also time to wander through the laneways of the atmospheric Muslim Quarter or maybe climb the Bell Tower with its commanding city views. On our third afternoon a short flight takes us to Guilin and we travel on to nearby Yangshuo. Days 6-7/Yangshuo In Yangshuo we enjoy a bike ride through scenic countryside before a peaceful cruise on the Li River. There is just so much to see and do in this picturesque market town; barter with the locals, kick back in a sidewalk café or explore the many caves in the surrounding area. An overnight train takes us further south to the former trading port of Guangzhou. Days 8-9/Hong Kong From Guangzhou we catch a hydrofoil into Hong Kongs spectacular Victoria Harbour a great way to arrive in this vibrant, modern city. There are countless attractions and theres free time to do what you like. Our trip ends here the next morning additional accommodation can be arranged on request.
China at a Glance
The differences between ancient and modern are more noticeable in China than in many other countries. One moment, you walk past ultra-modern office towers; after turning a corner, you find yourself in a medieval laneway, lined with ancient crumbling buildings. This classic 9-day journey showcases the best of both worlds.
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Trip info
Prices: See inside cover
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Moderate. Transport: bicycle, bus, hydrofoil, plane, riverboat, sleeper train, train. Accommodation: 4 nights sleeper train, 2 nights guesthouse, 10 nights hotel, 2 nights boat. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$300 from each person on Day 1. Tour Code: GTCG. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gtcg
Starts Sun 2007 07-Oct 14-Oct 21-Oct 28-Oct 11-Nov 2008 02-Mar 16-Mar Finishes 30-Mar 06-Apr Thu 13-Apr 04-May 25-Oct 11-May 01-Nov 18-May 08-Nov 25-May 15-Nov 01-Jun 29-Nov 08-Jun 15-Jun 20-Mar 22-Jun 03-Apr 17-Apr 24-Apr 01-May 22-May 29-May 05-Jun 12-Jun 19-Jun 26-Jun 03-Jul 10-Jul 29-Jun 06-Jul 13-Jul 20-Jul 27-Jul 31-Aug 07-Sep 14-Sep 21-Sep 28-Sep 05-Oct 17-Jul 24-Jul 31-Jul 07-Aug 14-Aug 18-Sep 25-Sep 02-Oct 09-Oct 16-Oct 23-Oct 12-Oct 19-Oct 26-Oct 02-Nov 16-Nov 2009 08-Mar 22-Mar 05-Apr 19-Apr 30-Oct 06-Nov 13-Nov 20-Nov 04-Dec 26-Mar 09-Apr 23-Apr 07-May
Days -3/Beijing - Great Wall Our adventure starts in Beijing, one of the worlds great cities, with over 2000 years of history. We spend a full day exploring the Great Wall at Simatai, an area relatively untouched by reconstruction. We also check out the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square and have time to roam around the laneways of the Old Quarter.
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China Express
Hop on board the China Express, to learn of 2000 years of enthralling history. Experience it all, from the modern skyscrapers of Shanghai, to the ancient Forbidden City in Beijing, as well as everything in between.
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buildings, and visit the picturesque Yu Yuan Gardens, nurtured into existence between 1559 and 1577. In your free time, you can visit one of the many fascinating museums or just shop until you drop in this vibrant city. Days 3-4/Suzhou After a final look around Shanghai, we head to picturesque Suzhou, where there are many beautiful gardens to explore. Well jump on bikes to cycle through the backstreets and alleyways and experience the laidback atmosphere of this beautiful city. Days 5-6/Xian - Terracotta Warriors Xians most famous residents are the awesome army of Terracotta Warriors. In 1974, farmers uncovered these life-size clay soldiers, horses and chariots. After visiting this fascinating site, Xians Muslim Quarter is another place to explore, with the Great Mosque and its vast array of market stalls. Get ready to bargain! Days 7-0/Beijing - Great Wall During our time in the capital, we check out the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square and theres also free time to explore the many other sights of Beijing. Of course, a visit to China is not complete without taking a walk along the Great Wall for many this will be a trip highlight. On Day 10 our trip comes to an end if you wish to stay longer, we can arrange additional accommodation.
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Moderate. Transport: bicycle, bus, sleeper train, train. Accommodation: 2 nights sleeper train, 7 nights hotels/guesthouses. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$150 from each person on Day 1. Want more? Link this trip with another Geckos adventure: Trans Mongolian Railway. Tour Code: GTCE. Prices: See inside cover. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gtce
Starts Wed 2007 10-Oct 24-Oct 31-Oct 07-Nov 21-Nov 05-Dec Finishes 2008 Fri 26-Mar 16-Apr 19-Oct 30-Apr 02-Nov 14-May 09-Nov 21-May 16-Nov 04-Jun 30-Nov 18-Jun 14-Dec 02-Jul 09-Jul 16-Jul 23-Jul 27-Aug 10-Sep 24-Sep 08-Oct 22-Oct 05-Nov 18-Jul 25-Jul 01-Aug 05-Sep 19-Sep 03-Oct 17-Oct 31-Oct 14-Nov 19-Nov 03-Dec 2009 25-Mar 15-Apr 29-Apr 28-Nov 12-Dec 03-Apr 24-Apr 08-May
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Days -2/Shanghai There is so much to see in and around Shanghai; arrive a day or two early if you can. Once known for its opium dens and general decadence, Shanghai has been transformed into a modern city. We stroll along the famous river waterfront (The Bund), lined by Art Deco
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