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 BEIJING TO TIBET |
14 days land only from $3768 per person |
Marvel at the spectacular views of Tibetan plateau while riding the newly built express train from Xining to Lhasa; experience the cultural & economic contrast between the remote West and the developed East of China.
| DAY 1 FRI |
AUSTRALIA/BEIJING |
Depart Australia to Beijing; upon arrival you will be met & transferred to 5 star hotel for three nights
Beijing as the political & cultural centre of China has many unmatched historic sights.
Your two full day tours will include climbing the Great Wall of China – the only man made structure which is visible from the space and visiting the amazing exhibits from the Ming Tombs, walking on the Sacred Way; exploring the magnificent Forbidden City also known as the Palace Museum; visiting the largest imperial garden Summer Palace; walk on the Tiananmen Square; you will be treated for one Peking Duck Dinner and be entertained with the local cultural show (B/L/D)
| DAY 4 MON |
FLY BEIJING-XINING |
Fly to Xining; upon arrival transfer to Yindu Hotel for one night; rest of the day enjoy the city tour (B/L/D)
| DAY 5 TUE |
TRAIN XINING/LHASA |
Board the newly built holly roll train departing Xining, travel across the Tibetan Plateau, and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the snow mountains & natural lakes; overnight on soft sleeper train (B/L/D)
Travel across the Kunlun Mountains, view the headstream of the Yangtze River; upon arrival at Lhasa, you will be met & transferred to the Yaluzangbu Hotel for three nights (B/L/D)
Highlights of the day include the Potala Palace, the winter palace of the Dalai Lama,
The Summer Palace, Jewel Park, the Sera Monastery and tonight enjoy a western dinner & the Tibetan Cultural Dance Show at the Crazy Yak Restaurant (B/L/D)
Visit the Jokhang Temple, its rooftop statues of two golden deer flanking a Dharma wheel is iconic; strolling along the bustling Barkhor Street & Square; pay visit to a Tibetan Hospital and a local community (B/L/D)
| DAY 9 SAT |
FLY LHASA/CHENGDU |
Fly to Chengdu, also named the Heavenly Kingdom; afternoon excursion to Dujiangyan Ancient Water Project; stay at the Crown Plaza Hotel for two nights (B/L/D)
Full day excursion to Sanxindui Triple Piles Museum to visit the unbelievable unearthed ancient exhibits; explore the Panda Breeding Centre. (B/L/D)
| DAY 11 MON |
FLY CHENGDU/SHANGHAI |
Transfer to the airport for flight to Shanghai; upon arrival you will be met & transferred to the Galaxy Hotel for three nights (B/-/-)
Shanghai, originally a sleepy fishing town, now China’s most amazing cosmopolitan & populous city. It is regarded as the citadel of China’s modern economy. Your first day tour will start from strolling along the famous waterfront known as the Bund, which best represents the blending of the ancient and modern influences, exploring the busy Nanjing Road. Located in the old town, Yu Garden is a classical Chinese garden with 30 pavilions linked by a maze of corridors and bridges over the pond; visit the famous Jade Buddha Temple; enjoy the astonishing Shanghai Acrobatic Show (B/L/D)
| DAY 13 WED |
ZHUJIAJIAO EXCURSION |
Travel to Zhujiaojia, an ancient canal town, famous for its unique old bridges crossing bubbling streams & rivers shaded by willow trees; enjoy a world full of antiquity leisure and tranquillity; return to Shanghai and explore the finest Shanghai museum (B/L/D)
| DAY 14 THU |
SHANGHAI/AUSTRALIA |
Transfer to the airport for your flight home (B)
| DAY 15 FRI |
ARRIVE AUSTRALIA |
| BEIJING TO TIBET |
CODE BTTCS |
| Tour commencing |
Ex Australia |
Land only |
Single Supp |
| Dates & Prices |
QF |
CX |
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| Apr 18 25 |
$4698 |
$4638 |
$3768 |
$888 |
| May 9 23 |
$4698 |
$4638 |
$3768 |
$888 |
| Jun 6 20* |
$4698 |
$4638 |
$3768 |
$888 |
| Jul 4* |
$4828 |
$4758 |
$3768 |
$888 |
| Sep 5 19 |
$4928 |
$4858 |
$3878 |
$978 |
| Oct 10* 17 24 |
$4798 |
$4738 |
$3878 |
$978 |
Departures marked with * will add $130 for international seasonal airfare surcharge.
Price Ex Australia includes
- International economy class return airfares
- China domestic economy class airfares & taxes
- 1 night on 4-berth soft sleeper train
- 12 nights 4-5 star twin share hotel accommodation
- 13 buffet breakfasts, 11 lunches & 11 dinners
- Peking Duck Dinner; Shanghai Acrobatic Show, one cultural show
- Chartered air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English speaking local guide
- All transfers & sightseeing with entrances fees
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Land only prices do not include international air travel to and from China on Day 1 and 14, 15.
Applicable departure taxes & charges ex Australia are not included and must be added at time of booking.
Facts sheet
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES*
BEST VALUE tour*
- Choice of flying Cathy Pacific (CX) ex MEL/SYD/PER
- Or Qantas Airways (QF) ex MEL/SYD/BNE/PER/ADL
- Hong Kong Stopover is available
- Prices are based on twin share
- Deposit: $330 per person
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