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Magnificent China
From $5,722 per person Twin Share- 22 Days - Fully Inclusive from New Zealand
Experience a journey through some of China’s most famous sites and attractions.
Commencing in China’s capital city, Beijing, take a walk along the Great Wall and discover the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. Marvel at the life-size Terracotta Warriors in Xian and relax on a cruise whilst travelling along the mighty Yangtze River.
At the Panda Research Centre in Chengdu you will see the adorable Giant Pandas, reared in surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Guilin, famous for its scenery, will surprise you with its beauty. The vibrant city of Shanghai is a true representation of modern day China; visit the Yu Gardens and the Old Town.
If you wish to savour the many wonderful sights and sounds of China, you will find this tour quite magnificent!
TOUR ITINERARY
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
I have just returned from your 21 day Magnificent China tour. I would use one word to sum up my China experience...fantastic. For me most of the credit for the smooth running of our trip has to go to your national guide, Jay. He is supremely organised, so much so that we seemed to be always one step ahead of any other tour group around us. His knowledge of China is vast and his sense of humour a welcome relief on those days that were long and tiring. I can't say enough good things about Jay - he is a credit to himself as well as to Wendy Wu. Thank you Jay and Wendy Wu for making my China experience one I will always cherish.
Glenda Reid
Magnificent China
April 2011
DAYS 1-2: NEW ZEALAND TO BEIJING
Fly overnight with Singapore Airlines to Beijing for a four-night stay.
DAY 3: BEIJING
Today you will stroll through the famous Tiananmen Square, passing Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum, and visit the treasure-filled Forbidden City. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the traditional Hutong area. This evening sample the local delicacy, ‘Peking Duck’.
DAY 4: BEIJING
Walk along the Great Wall this morning, admire the panoramic views and reflect on the enormity of the material and labour required for its construction. Later this afternoon you will see the unique 15th-century Temple of Heaven.
DAY 5: BEIJING
This morning you will have some time for shopping at the copy markets. Later, explore the landscaped beauty of the Summer Palace. Your evening entertainment will be a fascinating acrobatic show.
DAY 6: BEIJING TO XIAN
Fly to Xian this morning for a two-night stay. Upon arrival visit the Shaanxi Provincial Museum. This evening you will feast on a traditional Shui Jiao Dumpling banquet whilst enjoying a performance of music and dance from the Tang Dynasty.
DAY 7: XIAN
Today you will see one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century, the life-size Terracotta arriors. Next you will visit the ancient City Wall, one of the best preserved in all of China. Stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter and explore the Islamic food markets.
DAY 8: XIAN TO WUHAN - YANGTZE RIVER
This morning you will visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda before flying to Wuhan. Upon arrival you will be transferred by coach (approximately 4-5 hours) to Yichang to board your cruise for the next four nights along one of the world's greatest waterways, the Yangtze River.
DAYS 9-11: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
Tour the Three Gorges Dam before cruising along the mighty Yangtze River. Along the way you will pass some of the most beautiful scenery in China at the Three Gorges and take shore excursions to explore the fascinating history and tranquil landscape of the tributaries.
DAY 12: CHONGQING TO CHENGDU
Disembark your cruise in Chongqing this morning and transfer to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province.
DAY 13: CHENGDU - LESHAN
Today you will travel to Leshan to view the Grand Buddha. This enormous statue is carved into the side of the Lingyun
Mountain; it is over 71m tall and wide enough for more than 100 people to sit between its feet. Later you will visit
Huanglongxi, an ancient town dating back to the Qing Dynasty, before returning to Chengdu for an overnight stay. This evening you will feast on sumptuous Sichuan cuisine.
DAY 14: CHENGDU TO GUILIN
Visit the famous Panda Research Centre this morning to see these endearing animals being reared in surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. This evening you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight
to Guilin, one of China's most beautiful cities, for an overnight stay.
DAY 15: GUILIN TO YANGSHUO
This morning cruise along the stunning Li River to Yangshuo for an overnight stay. Your journey takes you past tranquil farming and fishing villages and picturesque scenery. Spend the evening walking the cobblestone streets or relax in a street side café and enjoy the colourful atmosphere of this enchanting town.
DAY 16: YANGSHUO TO GUILIN
Stroll through the local markets and wander the streets of this charming town before returning to Guilin. Later this afternoon you will visit the stunning Reed Flute Caves and Mt. Diecai. This evening watch a display of traditional cormorant fishing.
DAY 17: GUILIN TO SUZHOU
Today you will fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. Upon arrival travel to the garden city of Suzhou for an overnight stay.
DAY 18: SUZHOU TO SHANGHAI
This morning visit a silk mill, which is still in operation today. Later you will cruise on a section of the ancient Grand Canal and see classical oriental gardens. Return to Shanghai and enjoy traditional Shanghai cuisine for dinner this evening.
DAY 19: SHANGHAI
See the antiques and fine arts at Shanghai Museum, walk through the Yu Gardens and the Old Town, then stroll along the famous Bund to see its collection of neo-classical buildings.
DAY 20: SHANGHAI
Today you will visit the Pudong area and explore the Xintiandi area with its 1920s-style ‘shikumen’ buildings unique to Shanghai. This evening you will enjoy a cruise along the stunning Huangpu River as your farewell celebration.
DAY 21: DEPART SHANGHAI
This morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Shanghai airport to board your overnight flight to New Zealand.
DAY 22: ARRIVE NEW ZEALAND
Arrive home this morning.
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