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20 days, Beijing to Hong Kong
Departs every Fri & selected Wed itiNerary... Days 1-3 Beijing Buzzing modern life and busy streets contrast dramatically with the timeless wonder of Beijings ancient sites. There is plenty of time to explore the many faces of *plus Local Payment US$450
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this amazing city, from the Forbidden City and Summer Palace to back-street hutongs packed with tiny local shops and eateries. Days 4-5 Great Wall Be amazed by the Great Wall. Walk along a remote section of this massive structure and spend the night in a simple guesthouse, perhaps rising early to catch a gorgeous sunrise. Days 6-8 Xi'an Formerly one of Chinas imperial capitals, there is much to see in Xian. Cycle around the Ming Dynasty city, admire the Great Mosque or meet local Hui people in the Muslim Quarter. Dont miss visiting the famed 2,200 year old Terracotta Warriors. Days 9-11 shanghai Go bargain hunting in the busy Yuyuan Bazaar or shop till you drop in Chinas hippest stores. Perhaps catch an evening performance by the famous Shanghai Acrobats. Days 12-15 yangshuo Dramatic limestone peaks and lush countryside are landscape features of the unforgettable Guangxi region. Take it all in on a fun cycling adventure. Days 16-18 longji terraces Hike through the vast Longji rice terraces that cling spectacularly to the side of 800 m tall mountains, visiting local minority groups high up in the hills along the way. Stay in a traditional hillside village and attend a cultural show. Days 19-20 hong kong Get ready for some fast-paced action among the big city lights of Hong Kong. Take the cable car to Victoria Peak or enjoy a harbour cruise. Be sure to take some time out to try some tasty dim sum.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Rice terraces, China - Matthias Bill accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (15 nts), overnight trains (4 nts) traNsPort Overnight train, taxi, local bus, bicycle, walking GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch BuDGet Allow US$250 for meals not included DeParts Every Fri & selected Wed GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.62 out of 5 triP coDe
" experience the many faces of Beijing " trek the Great Wall " cycle around the karst peaks of yangshuo " trek through the rice terraces of longji
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21 days, Hong Kong to Beijing
Departs every Mon (Mar-Dec) & selected Thu itiNerary... Days 1-2 hong kong Discover Hong Kong by exploring its museums or shopping up a storm at Stanley Market. Days 3-4 Guilin/yangshuo Travel to the storybook landscapes of Single supplement available *plus Local Payment US$450
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Yangshuo. Learn about this regions gastronomic delights on a market walk and cooking class. Days 5-6 chengdu Make a furry friend at a giant panda reserve. Visit the gardens and temples of Chengdu. Take time out in a traditional teahouse or attend a cultural performance. Days 7-10 yangzi river Starting from Chongqing, enjoy a relaxing cruise down the legendary Yangzi River, taking in the Three Gorges on the way to Yichang. Be sure to bring your camera - the scenery is spectacular. Days 11-12 Xi'an After an orientation walk, use free time to discover historic Xian and then indulge in a traditional dumpling banquet. Visit the Terracotta Warriors and call in at a special local project for people with disabilities. Days 13-14 hangzhou This beautiful city is renowned for its lake, temples, tea and cuisine. Spend an afternoon exploring the famous West Lake by boat. Days 15-17 shanghai Discover Shanghais many architectural styles, from art deco to ultra-modern, on an orientation walk. Call in at Shanghai Museum and be wowed by an evening performance of the Shanghai Acrobats. Days 18-21 Beijing Wander Tiananmen Square, see the Forbidden City and peaceful Temple of Heaven and stroll along the Great Wall. Celebrate the end of this grand China adventure with a Peking duck feast.
accoMMoDatioN Hotels (15 nts), boat (3 nts), overnight trains (2 nts) traNsPort Plane, overnight train, private bus, taxi, boat, local bus, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 18 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 8 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$350 for meals not included DeParts Every Mon (Mar-Dec) & selected Thu GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes Arrival airport transfer is included, please advise flight details at time of booking traVeller ratiNG 4.70 out of 5
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" cruise down the yangzi river " see the terracotta Warriors in Xian " experience the sights of imperial Beijing
Intrepid Photography Competition 2006, Opera singer, China - Anke Kroner
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