Day 1 Sat Fly Australia - Beijing
Fly Australia to Beijing; upon your arrival at Beijing International Airport, you will be met & transferred to Chang An Grand Hotel or similar hotel for four nights.
Day 2 Sun Beijing
Start your tour at Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world; explore the Forbidden City once the largest imperial palace; stroll in the Summer Palace a typical imperial garden and enjoy a relaxing cruise on its shimmering waters of Kunming Lake; take pictures of the Pandas at Beijing Zoo. Enjoy the cultural show tonight. (B/L/D)
Day 3 Mon Beijing
After a short visit to the Olympic Center, it is time to realize your dream of climbing the Great Wall, one of seven man made wonders of the world; afternoon walk through the Sacred Way of Animal Statues before exploring the Ming Dynasty Imperial Tomb. (B/L/-)
Day 4 Tue Beijing
Visit the Temple of Heaven, a unique ancient architecture; take photos of local people demonstrating Taiqi; watch a 3D film at Beijing City Planning Museum to understand the city’s glorious history; afternoon experience a ride on the rickshaw to explore the busy local Hutong; tonight you will be treated with Peking Duck Dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 5 Wed Fly Beijing – Xian
Take the early morning flight to Xian, one of the ancient Chinese capitals; rest of day visit the Provincial History Museum and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda; stay at Aurum International Hotel for two nights. (B/L/-)
Day 6 Thu Xian
Explore one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the 20th century the Terracotta Warriors and the Bronze Chariot of the first Emperor of China; watch the Circle Vision Movie about the Emperor; on the way back to the city visit to the Ceramics & Pottery Center; tonight taste the famous dumpling dinner and enjoy the Tang Dynasty Show. (B/L/D)
Day 7 Fri Fly Xian – Guilin
Transfer to the airport for flight to Guilin, the most scenic city in China; afternoon explore the
underground crystal palace- the Reed Flute Cave, climb up the Piling Silk Hill for a view of amazing landscape; stay at Park Hotel for two nights. (B/L/-)
Day 8 Sat Guilin-Yangshuo
Enjoy the full day cruise on the legendary Li River, appreciate the stunning views of the limestone mountains and karsts peak; stroll along the bustling Yangshuo markets before return to Guilin. (B/L/D) |