China Highlights

Join us on a journey through China’s major sites and attractions combined with the chance to experience travel on the extensive railway network that criss-crosses through China. This tour is perfectly suited for the first time visitor or those wishing to experience highlights such as the Great Wall, Xian’s Terracotta Warriors, the beautiful garden cities of Suzhou and Hangzhou, the spectacular Li River and visiting Chengdu’s endangered and cuddly Pandas.

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: New Zealand to Shanghai

Begin our Wendy Wu Tours group holiday to China.  Travel with Singapore Airlines to Shanghai. Upon arrival we will be greeted by our National Escort and transferred to our hotel for the next 2 nights. Our welcoming dinner will be a banquet of traditional cuisine.

Day 2: Shanghai

Experience this exciting city on a sightseeing tour of the beautiful Yu Gardens, Shanghai Museum and the fascinating Old Town. Explore the Xintiandi area with 1920’s style ‘shikumen’ buildings unique to Shanghai.

Day 3: Shanghai to Suzhou

Take a coach trip to Suzhou, known as the ‘Venice of the East’, to visit two of the finest oriental gardens - the Humble Administrator’s Garden and the Master of the Nets Garden, stay overnight. Later we will enjoy a cruise on the Grand Canal, followed by a visit to a traditional Silk Mill, still in operation today.

Day 4: Suzhou to Hangzhou

Travel by coach to beautiful Hangzhou and transfer to our hotel for 2 nights. Visit the local markets and enjoy an oriental tea tasting.

Day 5: Hangzhou

Today we visit the Temple of Inspired Seclusion and the Six Harmonies Pagoda. Relax in the afternoon as we cruise on West Lake.

Day 6: Hangzhou to Shanghai via Wuzhen

Travel by coach to the picturesque town of Wuzhen, where an intricate system of canals, ancient pavilions and overhead bridges, combine with an abundance of handmade traditional wares and charismatic locals. We have plenty of time to explore this charming town at a leisurely walking pace, returning to Shanghai later this afternoon.

Day 7: Shanghai

Today we visit the Famous Bund and enjoy shopping opportunities along Shanghai’s famed Nanjing Road. As our farewell celebration to the city, enjoy an evening cruise on the Huangpu River.

Day 8: Shanghai to Guilin

This morning cross the impressive Nanpu Bridge to explore the Pudong area before flying to Guilin, one of China’s most beautiful cities, for an overnight stay.

Days 9-10: Guilin to Yangshuo (Li River Cruise) to Guilin

Cruise on the spectacular Li River. Relax and enjoy the breathtaking views as we travel to the picturesque town of Yangshuo for an overnight stay. Tomorrow we return to Guilin, visiting Mt Diecai en route.

Day 11: Guilin to Kunming

Visit the stunning Reed Flute Caves before boarding our afternoon flight to Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, for a 2 night stay. Sample ‘Across the Bridge Noodles’ in the evening, the most famous meal in the province.

Day 12: Kunming

Enjoy a full day tour to the picturesque Stone Forest, where vast limestone columns rise in surreal shapes and images.

Day 13: Kunming to Chongqing

Visit the Western Hills, often called the ‘Sleeping Beauty Hills’ as they resemble a woman’s prone body wrapping around the Dianchi Lake. Afterwards we fly to Chongqing for an overnight stay.

Day 14: Chongqing to Dazu

During our time here we will enjoy a tour of the city taking in Erlin Park, the People’s Hall and the General Stilwell Museum. We then travel by coach to Dazu, home to some of the most fascinating rock carvings in the world, the Beishan Frescoes.

Day 15: Dazu to Chengdu

Today we visit the Baodin stone carvings, before travelling to Chengdu for a 3 night stay. Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan Province, renowned for its lush and dramatic landscapes as well as its popular and tasty cuisine. This evening enjoy a sumptuous Sichuan Banquet.

Day 16: Chengdu - Leshan

Travel by coach to Leshan where we will see the Grand Buddha, an enormous statue hewn from the side of Lingyun Mountain.

Day 17: Chengdu

Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these delightful animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their native habitat, as well as a local bamboo park.

Day 18: Chengdu

Today enjoy a morning city tour of Chengdu before boarding our overnight sleeper train to the ancient capital of Xian.

Day 19: Xian

Arrive in the historic city of Xian for a 2 night stay. This afternoon we visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda. At our dinner this evening enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao banquet.

Day 20: Xian

Today we visit one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century, the life-size Terracotta Warriors, followed by a visit to the Ancient City Wall, one of the few completely intact walls remaining in all of China. Complete this fantastic day with a live performance of Tang Dynasty dancing in the evening.

Day 21: Xian

This morning we visit the renowned Shaanxi Museum, where thousands of priceless relics are housed. Walk through the lively Muslim Quarter, visit the Great Mosque and explore the interesting Islamic food markets, before boarding our overnight sleeper train to Beijing.

Day 22: Beijing

Arrive in Beijing early this morning. Our sightseeing today includes a visit to the treasure filled Forbidden City and a stroll along famous Tiananmen Square past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum. In the evening we enjoy a sample of the delicacy ‘Peking Duck’.

Day 23: Beijing

Today we take an exciting walk on the Great Wall and tour the unique Temple of Heaven.

Day 24: Beijing

Visit the exquisite Summer Palace and enjoy a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic Show as our evening entertainment.

Day 25: Beijing

This morning we visit the Lama Temple and enjoy some free time to shop at the Silk Markets.

Day 26: Beijing to New Zealand

Enjoy the morning at leisure before boarding our flight to New Zealand.

Day 28: Arrive New Zealand

Arrive home this morning.

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