Beijing & Hangzhou & Suzhou & Shanghai 12 Days Tour

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Tour Name: Beijing & Hangzhou & Suzhou & Shanghai 12 Days Tour
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China covers a large area, ranking third in the world. It is granted with diverse sceneries. In this 12-day tour you may experience for yourself the differences.

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Day 1 Beijing
Hotels: Redwall Hotel Beijing(Standard Class) Guangzhou Hotel Beijing(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Arrive in Beijing. Meet the guide at the airport. Then transfer to check in the hotel. Have a good rest or explore the city by yourself.
Day 2 Beijing
Meals: B L D
Hotels: Redwall Hotel Beijing(Standard Class) Guangzhou Hotel Beijing(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's Highlights: Great Wall, Mutianyu, Mutianyu Cable Car(round trip), Sacred Way (Ming Tombs), Roasted Duck at Hepingmen Quanjude

- Great Wall, Mutianyu: This section of Great Wall is less crowded. You may take cable car to a good section where you may walk along the wall. Then you may have a sight of the surroundings.Wear good walking shoes and protection from the weather.
- Sacred Way (Ming Tombs): Beijing is ever the capital of Ming Dyansty. Ming Tombs are where 13 Kings of Ming are buried. Sacred Way is an attractive tree-lined way leading to the Ming Tombs. It is bordered by 12 sets of animal and human statues, and includes the attractive Great Red Gate,
- Roasted Duck at Hepingmen Quanjude : Enjoy the Peking Roasted Duck as dinner. It is the most famous food in Beijing.
Day 3 Beijing
Hotels: Redwall Hotel Beijing(Standard Class) Guangzhou Hotel Beijing(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's highlights: The Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, The Tian'anmen Square

- The Forbidden City Built from 1406-1420 during the Ming Dynasty, the Imperial Palace, popularly known as the Forbidden City, was the permanent residence of the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1911). It covers over 720,000 square meters of floor space, with more than 8,700 rooms, surrounded by city wall as high as ten meters and a city moat as wide as 52 meters.
- Temple of Heaven: At the Temple of Heaven Emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1911) worshiped Heaven and prayed for good harvests. A masterpiece of the Ming and Qing architectural art and a precious example of China's ancient architecture, the Temple of Heaven is the largest architectural group for worshipping Heaven in the world. In 1961, it was listed by the State Council as a key monument under state protection." In 1998, it was recognized by UNESCO as a human heritage of the world.
- The Tian'anmen Square: It is the largest city square in the world , representing symbol of China's national pride, surrounded by many grand buildings including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), Museums, government buildings and Chairman Mao's Mausoleum.
Day 4 Beijing Xi'an
Hotels: Xian Citylion International Hotel(Standard Class) Bell Tower Hotel Xian(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Transfer to airport and take the flight to Xianan ancient capital city of China. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and tour Xian City Wall.

- Xi'an City Wall: Built in the Ming dynasty about 700 years ago, the wall measures around 13.9 km in circumference, 12 meters in height, 18 meters wide at its base while 15 meters wide on the top.
Day 5 Xi'an
Activities:
City tour around Xian.

- Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses(including golf carts): The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Work is ongoing at this site, which is around 1.5 kilometers east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum, Lintong County, Shaanxi province. It is a sight not to be missed by any visitor to China.
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda: The pagoda (7 floors,64.5meters high) where widely renowned Master Xuanzang (Monk Tripitaka) stored his classics brought from India.
- Bell Tower: It is the largest and best-preserved of its kind in China, is 36 meters (118 feet) high. Standing on top of the tower, you can have a bird's view of the city.
- Evening Show at Tang Yuegong: Xian is ever the capital of Tang Dyansty.After dinner you may enjoy the show that presents the palace dances and sings in the Tang Dynasty.
Day 6 Xi'an Hangzhou
Hotels: Overseas Chinese Hotel Hangzhou(Standard Class) Zhejiang Grand Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Transfer to airport and take the flight to Hangzhou. City tour around Hangzhou.
Today's Highlights: Lingyin Temple/ Monastery of the Hidden Souls, Meijiawu Tea Plantation

-Lingyin Temple: The Lingyin Temple, west of the lake, stands at the foot of the Beigao Peak and faces the Feilai (Peak That Flew Here) Peak across a stream. With many old trees, groves of bamboo, and quiet and beautiful surroundings, the Lingyin Temple is one of the most famous temples south of the Changjiang (Yangtze) River.
-Meijiawu Tea Plantation: Taste fragrant tea and appreciate the beautiful village scenery.
Day 7 Hangzhou
Hotels: Overseas Chinese Hotel Hangzhou(Standard Class) Zhejiang Grand Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's Highlights: Cruise on the West Lake, LeiFeng Tower, The Huqingyu Tang Chinese Medicine Museum

-West Lake Cruise: At the heart of Hangzhou is a great wonder to behold: the famous West Lake. This beautiful lake has been a witness to several royalties from some dynasties back then, who flock to the lake for a retreat. It has also seen a number of battles to which the West Lake is indeed a great trophy to have. You may have a boat cruise on the lake and enjoy the the beatiful scenery.
- LeiFeng Pagoda: Lei Feng pagoda was constructed in 975 at the order of Qian Hongchu, the King of Wuyue Kingdom to celebrate the birth of a son by one of his favorite concubines - Huangfei. It was therefore called Huangfei Pagoda at that time. Since the pagoda was located outside the west gate of the city, it was also known as the Brick Pagoda of West Gate. All those names, however, have been forgotten over the years; only the name Leifeng Pagoda has been passed on from generation to generation.
-The Museum of Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine: A key cultural relics and historic site under the protection of the government. The exhibition halls show the origin, development and application of traditional Chinese medicine .
Day 8 Hangzhou Suzhou
Hotels: Yuanwailou Hotel(Standard Class) Bamboo Grove Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Transfer to Suzhou by train. A guide will meet you at the station. Then city tour around Suzhou.
Today's Highlights: The No.1 Silk Factory, Lion Grove Garden, The Grand Canal

- The No.1 Silk Factory: Another feature of Suzhou is its silk production. In the factory you can see how the silk is produced from the silk worm to the final woven cloth.
- Lion Grove Garden (Shizilin) is located at 23 Yuanlin Road, in the northeast of Suzhou. It is one of the four most famous and representative classic gardens in Suzhou (the other three being the Surging Wave Pavilion, Lingering Garden and Humble Administrator's Garden).
- The Grand Canal: It is the longest man-made waterway in world. Cruising on the Canal, you can see the local peoples' life.
Day 9 Suzhou Shanghai
Hotels: Pacific Luck Hotel Shanghai(Standard Class) Sofitel Shanghai Hyland(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's Highlights: Hanshan Temple, Zhouzhuang

-Hanshan Temple : It is located in the town of Fengqiao (Maple Bridge) in the west outskirts of Suzhou, only one kilometer west of the Lingering Garden. It was first built in the Liang Dynasty (502-557) as Miaoli Tayuan (Garden of Pagodas). During the Tang Dynasty (618-907), a famous monk named Hanshan stayed in the temple, which was later renamed by his name.
-Zhou village: About one hour west of Shanghai, the "Paris of the Orient," lies Zhouzhuang, the "Venice of the Orient," close and small enough for a quick day trip from Shanghai. Although there are other towns in China such as Tongli, dissected by streams, rivers and canals, Zhouzhuang is the most famous such "water town" nowadays.
Day 10 Shanghai
Hotels: Pacific Luck Hotel Shanghai(Standard Class) Sofitel Shanghai Hyland(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
City tour around Shanghai.
Today's Highlights: Shanghai Museum, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Yuyuan Garden

- Shanghai Museum:As the biggest museum in China, Shanghai Museum has a collection of over 120,000 pieces of Chinese art & cultural heritages. The museum is especially famous for its treasures of bronzes, ceramics, paintings, and calligraphy.
- Oriental Pearl TV Tower: Standing by the Huangpu River with a height of 468 meters high, Oriental Pearl TV Tower is the highest TV Tower in Asia (up to the last floor to see Shanghai scenery).It is a new landmark of Shanghai in 21st century.
- Yuyuan Garden: Yu Garden is one of the most famous gardens in China and is national heritage listed. It was built in 1559 and extended in 1577. Each section of the garden is separated by curved white walls crowned with the head and body of a dragon. It's named after the original owner.
Day 11 Shanghai
Hotels: Pacific Luck Hotel Shanghai(Standard Class) Sofitel Shanghai Hyland(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Free day for your own activities. If you need we can also plan the day for you.
Day 12 Shanghai
Activities:
Transfer to airport.Take your return flight. Home sweet home.

Rate

We will arrange hotels of the same class if there are no rooms available during your
travelling periods.

Quotation （The rate is calculated in US dollar for one person）

Group Size	1 person	2-5 persons	6-9 persons	over 10	Single Room Supplement
Tour Class	1 person	2-5 persons	6-9 persons	over 10	Single Room Supplement
Standard	$2762.00	$1780.00	$1455.00	TBA	$410.00
Deluxe	$3490.00	$2150.00	$1800.00	TBA	$728.00

* The rate may rise while in high reason and special events/holidays, depending on your departure date.
* The rate for some special holidays/events , such as the National Holiday(1st-7th Oct),
Chinese Spring Festival and Shanghai F1, would be much higher than usual days.
We suggest you not to travel during those periods. But it is surely OK if you would
like to plan your tour at that time. We promise that we will do our best to offer you tours of high quality.

Price Inclusions:

Entrance Fees listed in the itinerary.
Meals:
All meals as specified in the itinerary.
If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another similar restaurant. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We try to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts are supplied, however there may be only Chinese breakfast is prepared in some remote places.
Private Transfers for the itinerary listed above.
Guide:
A private English-speaking guide and a private driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city.
Hotels: (based on standard twin sharing)
All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
Service Charge & Government Taxes:
Luggage Transfers:
Between airports and hotels.
Arrangements:
The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

Price Exclusions:

International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
China Entry Visa Fees
Excess Baggage Charges.
Personal Expenses:
Meals:
Any meals which are not listed in the tour itinerary.
Single Room Supplement.

Day 1 Beijing
Hotels: Redwall Hotel Beijing(Standard Class) Guangzhou Hotel Beijing(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Arrive in Beijing. Meet the guide at the airport. Then transfer to check in the hotel. Have a good rest or explore the city by yourself.
Day 2 Beijing
Meals: B L D
Hotels: Redwall Hotel Beijing(Standard Class) Guangzhou Hotel Beijing(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's Highlights: Great Wall, Mutianyu, Mutianyu Cable Car(round trip), Sacred Way (Ming Tombs), Roasted Duck at Hepingmen Quanjude

- Great Wall, Mutianyu: This section of Great Wall is less crowded. You may take cable car to a good section where you may walk along the wall. Then you may have a sight of the surroundings.Wear good walking shoes and protection from the weather.
- Sacred Way (Ming Tombs): Beijing is ever the capital of Ming Dyansty. Ming Tombs are where 13 Kings of Ming are buried. Sacred Way is an attractive tree-lined way leading to the Ming Tombs. It is bordered by 12 sets of animal and human statues, and includes the attractive Great Red Gate,
- Roasted Duck at Hepingmen Quanjude : Enjoy the Peking Roasted Duck as dinner. It is the most famous food in Beijing.
Day 3 Beijing
Hotels: Redwall Hotel Beijing(Standard Class) Guangzhou Hotel Beijing(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's highlights: The Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, The Tian'anmen Square

- The Forbidden City Built from 1406-1420 during the Ming Dynasty, the Imperial Palace, popularly known as the Forbidden City, was the permanent residence of the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1911). It covers over 720,000 square meters of floor space, with more than 8,700 rooms, surrounded by city wall as high as ten meters and a city moat as wide as 52 meters.
- Temple of Heaven: At the Temple of Heaven Emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1911) worshiped Heaven and prayed for good harvests. A masterpiece of the Ming and Qing architectural art and a precious example of China's ancient architecture, the Temple of Heaven is the largest architectural group for worshipping Heaven in the world. In 1961, it was listed by the State Council as a key monument under state protection." In 1998, it was recognized by UNESCO as a human heritage of the world.
- The Tian'anmen Square: It is the largest city square in the world , representing symbol of China's national pride, surrounded by many grand buildings including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), Museums, government buildings and Chairman Mao's Mausoleum.
Day 4 Beijing Xi'an
Hotels: Xian Citylion International Hotel(Standard Class) Bell Tower Hotel Xian(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Transfer to airport and take the flight to Xianan ancient capital city of China. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and tour Xian City Wall.

- Xi'an City Wall: Built in the Ming dynasty about 700 years ago, the wall measures around 13.9 km in circumference, 12 meters in height, 18 meters wide at its base while 15 meters wide on the top.
Day 5 Xi'an
Activities:
City tour around Xian.

- Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses(including golf carts): The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Work is ongoing at this site, which is around 1.5 kilometers east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum, Lintong County, Shaanxi province. It is a sight not to be missed by any visitor to China.
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda: The pagoda (7 floors,64.5meters high) where widely renowned Master Xuanzang (Monk Tripitaka) stored his classics brought from India.
- Bell Tower: It is the largest and best-preserved of its kind in China, is 36 meters (118 feet) high. Standing on top of the tower, you can have a bird's view of the city.
- Evening Show at Tang Yuegong: Xian is ever the capital of Tang Dyansty.After dinner you may enjoy the show that presents the palace dances and sings in the Tang Dynasty.
Day 6 Xi'an Hangzhou
Hotels: Overseas Chinese Hotel Hangzhou(Standard Class) Zhejiang Grand Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Transfer to airport and take the flight to Hangzhou. City tour around Hangzhou.
Today's Highlights: Lingyin Temple/ Monastery of the Hidden Souls, Meijiawu Tea Plantation

-Lingyin Temple: The Lingyin Temple, west of the lake, stands at the foot of the Beigao Peak and faces the Feilai (Peak That Flew Here) Peak across a stream. With many old trees, groves of bamboo, and quiet and beautiful surroundings, the Lingyin Temple is one of the most famous temples south of the Changjiang (Yangtze) River.
-Meijiawu Tea Plantation: Taste fragrant tea and appreciate the beautiful village scenery.
Day 7 Hangzhou
Hotels: Overseas Chinese Hotel Hangzhou(Standard Class) Zhejiang Grand Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's Highlights: Cruise on the West Lake, LeiFeng Tower, The Huqingyu Tang Chinese Medicine Museum

-West Lake Cruise: At the heart of Hangzhou is a great wonder to behold: the famous West Lake. This beautiful lake has been a witness to several royalties from some dynasties back then, who flock to the lake for a retreat. It has also seen a number of battles to which the West Lake is indeed a great trophy to have. You may have a boat cruise on the lake and enjoy the the beatiful scenery.
- LeiFeng Pagoda: Lei Feng pagoda was constructed in 975 at the order of Qian Hongchu, the King of Wuyue Kingdom to celebrate the birth of a son by one of his favorite concubines - Huangfei. It was therefore called Huangfei Pagoda at that time. Since the pagoda was located outside the west gate of the city, it was also known as the Brick Pagoda of West Gate. All those names, however, have been forgotten over the years; only the name Leifeng Pagoda has been passed on from generation to generation.
-The Museum of Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine: A key cultural relics and historic site under the protection of the government. The exhibition halls show the origin, development and application of traditional Chinese medicine .
Day 8 Hangzhou Suzhou
Hotels: Yuanwailou Hotel(Standard Class) Bamboo Grove Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Transfer to Suzhou by train. A guide will meet you at the station. Then city tour around Suzhou.
Today's Highlights: The No.1 Silk Factory, Lion Grove Garden, The Grand Canal

- The No.1 Silk Factory: Another feature of Suzhou is its silk production. In the factory you can see how the silk is produced from the silk worm to the final woven cloth.
- Lion Grove Garden (Shizilin) is located at 23 Yuanlin Road, in the northeast of Suzhou. It is one of the four most famous and representative classic gardens in Suzhou (the other three being the Surging Wave Pavilion, Lingering Garden and Humble Administrator's Garden).
- The Grand Canal: It is the longest man-made waterway in world. Cruising on the Canal, you can see the local peoples' life.
Day 9 Suzhou Shanghai
Hotels: Pacific Luck Hotel Shanghai(Standard Class) Sofitel Shanghai Hyland(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Today's Highlights: Hanshan Temple, Zhouzhuang

-Hanshan Temple : It is located in the town of Fengqiao (Maple Bridge) in the west outskirts of Suzhou, only one kilometer west of the Lingering Garden. It was first built in the Liang Dynasty (502-557) as Miaoli Tayuan (Garden of Pagodas). During the Tang Dynasty (618-907), a famous monk named Hanshan stayed in the temple, which was later renamed by his name.
-Zhou village: About one hour west of Shanghai, the "Paris of the Orient," lies Zhouzhuang, the "Venice of the Orient," close and small enough for a quick day trip from Shanghai. Although there are other towns in China such as Tongli, dissected by streams, rivers and canals, Zhouzhuang is the most famous such "water town" nowadays.
Day 10 Shanghai
Hotels: Pacific Luck Hotel Shanghai(Standard Class) Sofitel Shanghai Hyland(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
City tour around Shanghai.
Today's Highlights: Shanghai Museum, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Yuyuan Garden

- Shanghai Museum:As the biggest museum in China, Shanghai Museum has a collection of over 120,000 pieces of Chinese art & cultural heritages. The museum is especially famous for its treasures of bronzes, ceramics, paintings, and calligraphy.
- Oriental Pearl TV Tower: Standing by the Huangpu River with a height of 468 meters high, Oriental Pearl TV Tower is the highest TV Tower in Asia (up to the last floor to see Shanghai scenery).It is a new landmark of Shanghai in 21st century.
- Yuyuan Garden: Yu Garden is one of the most famous gardens in China and is national heritage listed. It was built in 1559 and extended in 1577. Each section of the garden is separated by curved white walls crowned with the head and body of a dragon. It's named after the original owner.
Day 11 Shanghai
Hotels: Pacific Luck Hotel Shanghai(Standard Class) Sofitel Shanghai Hyland(Deluxe Class)
Activities:
Free day for your own activities. If you need we can also plan the day for you.
Day 12 Shanghai
Activities:
Transfer to airport.Take your return flight. Home sweet home.

We will arrange hotels of the same class if there are no rooms available during your
travelling periods.

Quotation （The rate is calculated in US dollar for one person）

Group Size	1 person	2-5 persons	6-9 persons	over 10	Single Room Supplement
Tour Class	1 person	2-5 persons	6-9 persons	over 10	Single Room Supplement
Standard	$2762.00	$1780.00	$1455.00	TBA	$410.00
Deluxe	$3490.00	$2150.00	$1800.00	TBA	$728.00

Price Inclusions:

Entrance Fees listed in the itinerary.
Meals:
All meals as specified in the itinerary.
If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another similar restaurant. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We try to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts are supplied, however there may be only Chinese breakfast is prepared in some remote places.
Private Transfers for the itinerary listed above.
Guide:
A private English-speaking guide and a private driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city.
Hotels: (based on standard twin sharing)
All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
Service Charge & Government Taxes:
Luggage Transfers:
Between airports and hotels.
Arrangements:
The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

Price Exclusions:

International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
China Entry Visa Fees
Excess Baggage Charges.
Personal Expenses:
Meals:
Any meals which are not listed in the tour itinerary.
Single Room Supplement.

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Day 1 Beijing

Day 2 Beijing

Day 3 Beijing

Day 4 Beijing Xi'an

Day 5 Xi'an

Day 6 Xi'an Hangzhou

Day 7 Hangzhou

Day 8 Hangzhou Suzhou

Day 9 Suzhou Shanghai

Day 10 Shanghai

Day 11 Shanghai

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