China Highlights
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- A journey of discovery across China from Hong Kong to Beijing by train, boat and plane
- Relax in the stunning limestone landscapes of China's tranquil South
- Discover the amazing Terracotta Army and iconic Great Wall
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Arrive in Hong Kong; where East meets West. This lively and sophisticated city is a melting pot of culture and ancient traditions, which thrive harmoniously alongside towering skyscrapers. World-class transport and age-old markets make up the vibrancy of this unique m...
Situated in a dramatic setting, Hong Kong is a lively, sophisticated city and an important financial centre. We spend the morning exploring this remarkable city on an orientation tour by metro, ferry and on foot; taking in sites such as Kowloon Waterfront, the Star Fe...
After a relaxed breakfast we will transfer to Hong Kong West Kowloon station and board the high speed train to Guilin. Our border formalities will be completed in Hong Kong and therefore we will need to be at the station a couple of hours before. The train journey wil...
This morning we head to MoPanShan Dock where we board our cruise to Yangshuo on the Li River passing paddy fields, villages and stunning limestone scenery along the way. Lunch is taken aboard the boat during the journey. An afternoon arrival into Yangshuo offers the o...
Yangshuo has a lot to offer so most of the day is left free for you to explore at your own pace. You can walk into the surrounding karst summits or hire a bike and cycle through country back lanes. Alternatively, you can soak up the atmosphere of this beautiful rivers...
Our stay in Xian reveals the extraordinary continuity of Chinese civilisation. Xian (Changan) served 11 dynasties and was the very starting point of the Silk Road connecting Asia with Europe. We spend the morning on a sightseeing tour visiting ancient monuments includ...
After a relaxed morning we check out of the hotel and drive to one of the highlights of any visit to China - the magnificent Terracotta Warriors and Horses who guard the Qin Shi Huangdi Tomb. There are literally thousands of lifesize warriors, dating from 200BC. This ...
Upon arrival this morning we will drive to our hotel for breakfast and to store our luggage. The Tour Leader will try to arrange an early check in for the group, however this may not be possible. Kublai Khan made Beijing the capital of his mighty Asian Empire in the l...
Today we visit a renovated part of the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, a 2.5 hour drive north of the city. Began in the 3rd century BC by Shi Huangdi, thousands of conscripted workers laboured on it and many lie buried in its brick and stone ramparts. It is incredibl...
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Beijing. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Beijing at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like t...
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- Breakfast : 9
- Lunch : 1
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Hong Kong - Victoria Peak tram, £2 Yangshou -Sound and Light show £21.00 (£26 for VIP seat) ; bicycle hire £5.00; painting lesson £5.00; caligraphy lesson £8.00; cooking class £15.00. Xian - Shaanxi National Museum, free entry. City wall by bike - £10. Beijing - Summer Palace, £5 (plus £12 for private transfer); Opera, £15
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