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12 days, Shanghai to Beijing
itiNerary... Day 1-2 shanghai Colonial sailors used to be very reluctant to leave this remarkable city - hundreds of years later in incredible Shanghai, its easy to see why. Grab a colourful bargain at *plus Local Payment US$300
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the bustling Yuyuan Bazaar, see an acrobatic performance or soak up the citys hedonistic nightlife. Days 3-4 Xitang Trade modern for ancient and step back in time to Xitang for an overnight stay in a traditional guesthouse. Visit ancient villas and stroll down cobblestone streets alongside the many canals in town, perhaps stopping for a refreshment in a traditional teahouse. Explore the well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings and absorb the old world atmosphere. Days 5-6 Xi'an Be charmed by the ancient ambience of Xian, alive with many fascinating historical sites just begging to be explored. Visit the Muslim Quarter and Great Mosque or taste exotic food from busy street stalls. Perhaps also take an optional visit to the famed army of Terracotta Warriors. Days 7-8 Pingyao The walled city of Pingyao offers a rare glimpse into the architecture of imperial China. Spend the day exploring the temples, houses and museums of this former commercial centre. There may be time to indulge in a relaxing massage. Days 9-12 Beijing/ Great Wall The grand city of Beijing is overflowing with ancient, imperial and modern sights. Stroll across Tiananmen Square, explore the Forbidden City, wander through the maze of hutongs or try out your bargaining skills at one of the many markets. An overnight stay at Chinas most iconic sight, the Great Wall, is a fitting end to the adventure and an exhilerating experience.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Beijing hutongs, China - Paul Novacco accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (8 nts), overnight trains (3 nts) traNsPort Overnight train, private bus, local bus, walking GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals No meals included BuDGet Allow US$200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Mon GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.45 out of 5 start 2008 14 Jan 11 Feb 17 Mar 24 Mar 31 Mar 07 Apr 28 Apr 05 May 12 May 19 May 26 May 02 Jun 09 Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun Finish 25 Jan 22 Feb 28 Mar 04 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 09 May 16 May 23 May 30 May 06 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jun 04 Jul 30 Jun 07 Jul 14 Jul 01 Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 29 Sep 06 Oct 13 Oct 20 Oct 27 Oct 03 Nov 10 Nov 17 Nov 24 Nov 08 Dec 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Jul 12 Sep 19 Sep 26 Sep 10 Oct 17 Oct 24 Oct 31 Oct 07 Nov 14 Nov 21 Nov 28 Nov 05 Dec 19 Dec 2009 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 23 Feb 02 Mar 09 Mar 16 Mar 23 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 20 Apr 27 Apr 04 May 11 May 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 27 Feb 06 Mar 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 17 Apr 24 Apr 01 May 08 May 15 May 22 May 18 May 25 May 01 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jun 29 May 05 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jun 03 Jul 10 Jul
" experience the modern marvel of shanghai " sip tea by a canal in charming Xitang " Discover the Muslim Quarter and Great Mosque of Xian " explore a traditional chinese walled city
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14 days, Hong Kong to Beijing
itiNerary... Days 1-2 hong kong Arrive early to fully enjoy the many sights of Hong Kong. Take advantage of the vibrant nightlife or hit the markets to snare a bargain. The overnight train *plus Local Payment US$300
Physical culture shock
from the Chinese border to Guilin is a fascinating experience. Days 3-5 yangshuo Travel from Guilin into rural China. The Li River winds its way around thousands of limestone karst mountains through Yangshuo. Take a cycling tour into the countryside to gain an insight into rural life and eat lunch at a farmhouse or local cafe. Optional activities abound, so why not kayak down the river, learn to cook local cuisine or take a meditative tai chi class? Days 6-7 shanghai See a performance of the famous Shanghai acrobatics and spend free time exploring this thriving metropolis. Stroll along the Bund to see a spectacular array of art deco buildings, explore the old French Concession area or go in search of the ultimate Chinese feast. To get away from it all, head to Yuyuan Garden to seek out the Exquisite Jade Rock and take in the peaceful surrounds. Explore the treasures of the fascinating Shanghai Museum. Days 8-10 Xi'an Visit the famous Terracotta Warriors, who lay undiscovered for 2,200 years. These ancient figures lined up facing east in battle formation. Explore the sights of the former imperial city of Xian. Days 11-14 Beijing Visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with your knowledgable local guide. The Great Wall, an incredible feat of engineering, stretches westwards over 6,000 km from the mountain ridges north of Beijing. See it up close on a day trip before a final night out in lively Beijing.
accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (10 nts), overnight trains (3 nts) traNsPort Plane, overnight train, bus, taxi, bicycle, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 1 Lunch BuDGet Allow US$200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Mon GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start 2008 10 Mar 24 Mar 07 Apr 21 Apr 12 May 19 May 26 May 02 Jun 09 Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30 Jun Finish 23 Mar 06 Apr 20 Apr 04 May 25 May 01 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jun 06 Jul 13 Jul 07 Jul 14 Jul 25 Aug 01 Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 22 Sep 29 Sep 06 Oct 13 Oct 20 Oct 27 Oct 03 Nov 10 Nov 20 Jul 27 Jul 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 17 Nov 24 Nov 01 Dec 08 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29 Dec 2009 19 Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 30 Nov 07 Dec 14 Dec 21 Dec 28 Dec 04 Jan 11 Jan 01 Feb 22 Feb 22 Mar 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 27 Apr 04 May 11 May 18 May 25 May 01 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jun 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jun 05 Jul 12 Jul Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Terracotta warriors, Xian - Sarah Carr-Smith
" experience the eastmeets-West vibe of hk " see an ancient army " admire shanghais architectural contrasts " Feast on delicious local specialties in Beijing
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