6 June 2012 Australia—Beijing
Board Cathay Pacific Airways flight to Beijing. Upon arrival you will be met & transferred to Beijing New Yunnan Crowne Plaza Hotel for two night.

7 Jun 2012 Beijing
Today enjoy the excursion to Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the seventh man-made wonders in the world. Take the cable car to the top of the wall and enjoy the panoramic views of the mountain ranges. (B/L/-)

8 Jun 2012 Train Beijing—Luoyang
This morning tour the Forbidden City, the imperial residence for the Qin and Ming emperors. After a tasty Peking duck lunch, we ride the pedi-cab to explore the local historical Hutongs. Later board the Orient Ex-press train departing Beijing. Stay overnight on the Orient Express. (B/L/D)

9 Jun 2012 Luoyang – Xian
Upon early arrival at Luoyang, the City of Peony, we start to tour Luoyang Peony Garden. After tasting the vegetarian lunch, we explore the Shaolin Temples, the cradle of Chinese martial arts. Later tonight we board on the Orient Express for Xian. Stay overnight on the Orient Express. (B/L/D)

10 Jun 2012 Xian
After breakfast our train stops at Xian, China's most important ancient city. Next, climb the Ancient City Wall and have a stroll. This afternoon visit the iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Tonight enjoy the Tang Dy-nasty dinner and show. Stay at Shangri-la Hotel for the next night. (B/L/D)

11 Jun 2012 Xian – Xining
Today's highlight is the Terracotta Warriors, one of the greatest historical discoveries in the world. This afternoon stroll in the picturesque Hot Spring Park. Later tonight our train departs for Xining. Stay over-night on the Orient Express. (B/L/D)

12 Jun 2012 Xining
After breakfast on board, we get off the train at Xining City and start our exploration to China's biggest salty lake – Qinhai Lake. Tonight stay overnight at Xining Shenwang Hotel. (B/L/D)

13 Jun 2012 Xining – Germu
Today's highlight is Taer Monastery, one of the most significant Buddhist Temple in China. Visit the ancient murals and palaces. Next stop at Dongguan Mosque built in 1368. Tonight board the Orient Express for Germu, the second largest city in Qinghai Province. Stay overnight on the Orient Express. (B/L/D)

14 Jun 2012 Germu – Lhasa
This morning after farewell to the Orient Express we board on the Tibet Plateau Sightseeing Train and head to Lhasa. Relax on the oxygen enriched train while you appreciate the stunning views of the Tibetan Pla-teau, travel across the highest train station in the world. Tonight we arrive at the Lhasa, where we will spend the next two nights at Xinding Hotel. (B/L/D)

15 Jun 2012 Lhasa
Today we explore the magnificent Putala Palace, the winter residence for the Dalai Lama. Next visit Sera Monastery with a history of more than 1,300 years. Stroll in the Tibetan style Barkor Bazaar. Tonight taste the Tibetan cuisine dinner and enjoy the Tibetan Song & Dance Show. (B/L/D)

16 Jun 2012 Lhasa – Gyantse – Shigatse
Drive to Shigatze, on the way stop at the holy Yamdrok Yuntso Lake for pictures. Then visit Kumbum and the Pelkor Chode Monastery located in the small town of Gyangtse before we check in Shigatse Hotel for one night stay. (B/L/D)

17 Jun 2012 Shigatse – Lhasa
This morning we explore the largest Tibetan monastery, the majestic Tashilhunpo Monastery with a history of more than 600 years. This afternoon we drive to Lhasa and stay overnight at Xingding Hotel. (B/L/D)

18 Jun 2012 Fly Lhasa – Chengdu
Take the early morning flight to Chengdu. This afternoon explore the Panda Breeding & Research Centre, where nearly 100 pandas live in this land of 106 hectares. Tonight stay at Dynasty Hotel for one night. (B/L/-)

19 Jun 2012 Fly Chengdu – Australia
Free at leisure until transfer to the airport for flight home. (B)