Dreams of NatureFrom $6,350 per person Twin Share - 27 Days - Fully Inclusive From New ZealandThis tour grants you the opportunity to explore some of China’s most treasured natural wonders, allowing you access into a world that few people get the chance to experience. The summit of Mt. Huang is often referred to by locals as ‘an ink scroll painting come to life’. Embark on a photographer’s dream journey to Zhangjiajie, often described as a ‘goddess dancing on a heavenly stage’ where you will be greeted by breathtaking scenery. Your tour will take you to a part of China that is unknown to many Westerners; the wonderful Nine illages Valley. Ms. Wendy Wu has described this area as one of the most beautiful places she has ever been to. Once visited, she said that it lures you back for more! The scenery here is stunning and is a true paradise for photographers and artists. TOUR ITINERARYDAYS 1-2: NEW ZEALAND TO SHANGHAIFly overnight with Singapore Airlines to Shanghai for a two-night stay. DAY 3: SHANGHAIEnjoy a full-day tour to explore the exciting city of Shanghai today. Visit the Yu Gardens, walk through the Old Town, and see the Pudong area. Later you will see the antiques and fine arts at Shanghai Museum and stroll along the famous Bund. This evening you will cruise along the stunning Huangpu River. DAY 4: SHANGHAI TO TUNXIExplore the Xintiandi area, with its unique 1920s-style ‘shikumen’ buildings. Later you will be transferred to the railway station to board your overnight sleeper train to Tunxi. DAY 5: TUNXI TO MT. HUANGArrive in Tunxi this morning and take a cable car to the summit of Mt. Huang for an overnight stay. DAY 6: MT. HUANG TO TUNXIDescend from the summit of Mt. Huang today and travel back to Tunxi at the foot of the mountain. DAY 7: TUNXI TO CHANGSHADrive to the town of Hangzhou this morning, where you will board your flight to Changsha. DAY 8: CHANGSHA TO ZHANGJIAJIEYou will continue your journey this morning to Zhangjiajie. DAYS 9-10: ZHANGJIAJIEOver the next two days you will embark on a photographer’s dream journey. Enjoy breathtaking scenery exploring the UNESCO World Heritage listed Zhangjiajie area, which offers a mix of spectacular limestone formations, sub-tropical forests, waterfalls and mountain ranges. DAY 11: ZHANGJIAJIE TO CHANGSHALeave Zhangjiajie today and return to Changsha for an overnight stay. DAY 12: CHANGSHA TO GUIYANGFly to Guiyang today, home to many colourful ethnic minority groups. This afternoon enjoy a city tour. DAY 13: GUIYANG TO ZHENGYUANToday take a scenic train ride to the town of Zhengyuan. Enjoy a tour to the Green Dragon Cave, the pinnacle of Taoist temples. DAY 14: ZHENGYUANExplore the scenic Tiexi area. Stoll along the ancient walkway and visit the ancient well and the 300-year-old Fu family residence. DAY 15: ZHENGYUAN TO GUIYANGCruise along the Wuyang River this morning before returning by train to Guiyang for an overnight stay. DAY 16: GUIYANG TO GUILINToday you will tour the Huangguoshu Waterfall before transferring to the airport to board your flight to Guilin. DAY 17: GUILIN TO YANGSHUOCruise along the Li River as you travel to the town of Yangshuo for an overnight stay.Spend the evening walking the cobblestone streets. DAY 18: YANGSHUO TO GUILINEnjoy a morning visit to the local markets before returning to Guilin. This evening, watch a display of traditional cormorant fishing. DAY 19: GUILIN TO CHENGDUVisit the stunning Reed Flute Caves and Mt. Diecai for views of the surrounding karst landscape. Later you will board your flight to Chengdu for an overnight stay. DAYS 20-21: CHENGDU TO NINE VILLAGES VALLEYFly to the breathtaking Nine Villages Valley (Jiuzhaigou), a botanical gallery that is heavily forested and home to many protected species. Entering the valley is like being transported into a different world, where crystal clear lakes gather at the foot of every waterfall. You will stay in the valley for DAY 22: NINE VILLAGES VALLEY TO CHENGDUVisit the Huanglong Temple at the peak of the Huanglong Mountain. Huanglong is also called ‘Five-Coloured Pools’ and has some of the most amazing ponds located behind the temple. From here you will drive to the airport to board your flight to Chengdu. DAY 23: CHENGDUThis morning you will visit the famous Panda Research Centre to see these animals being reared in surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. You will also visit the Sanxingdui Museum later this afternoon. DAY 24: CHENGDUVisit the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project today. In the 3rd Century BC the project succeeded in capturing flood waters for use during the drought periods, linking the inaccessible region with the Grand Canal and the far corners of the kingdom. Your dinner this evening includes a sample of renowned Sichuan cuisine. DAY 25: DEPART CHENGDUThis morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Chengdu airport to board your flight to New Zealand. Due to flight schedules there is an overnight stopover in Singapore. Please note that no meals are included in Singapore. DAY 26: DEPART SINGAPOREDepart Singapore for your overnight flight to New Zealand. DAY 27: ARRIVE NEW ZEALANDArrive home this morning. |
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