April 04 to 18, 2011
Day
Date
01
April 04
Mon
This is a royal journey and a trip of a lifetime. The mysterious dragon beckons as you board your wide-body jet to China. Set your watch a date ahead as you cross the international dateline.
02
April 05
Tue
Arrive in China’s largest city. The cosmopolitan port city of Shanghai is a treat to your senses with its mix of ancient and modern influences. You will be fascinated by its unique culture and people, and delighted by the incredible world-famous cuisine. Meet your friendly guide and transfer to your hotel.
03
April 06
Wed
Shanghai AB L D
In the morning, your tour takes you to the Jade Buddha Temple, Yu Garden. Enjoy a delicious Dim Sum Lunch at Lu Bo Lang Restaurant.
In the morning, your tour takes you to the Jade Buddha Temple, Yu Garden. Enjoy a delicious Dim Sum Lunch at Lu Bo Lang Restaurant.
04
April 07
Thu
Depart Shanghai for a scenic coach ride to Suzhou (1.5 hours). Visit the Bonsai Garden, Tiger Hill and the Silk Factory.
05
April 08
Fri
After breakfast, transfer to mid way to take a cable car up to the summit of Mt. Huangshan. Walk to the hotel (approximately 30 minutes). Mt Huangshan was named by Emperor Li Longji of the Tang Dynasty. As you wait for the sun to rise on Huangshan on the next day, you will see the beautiful scenery of the Pine Trees, Rocks, Clouds and Springs of Mt Huangshan. You will see 30 peaks of 1,500 metres high and the surrounding countryside with its traditional villages and patchwork of paddy fields. The scenery is breathtaking as it changes by the hour with a rolling sea of clouds, bizarrely contorted pine trees, and the spectacular rock formations. View from different peaks of the mountain to enjoy the natural scenery. Stay at the First Class Xi Hai Hotel. (Best available in Mt. Huangshan)
06
April 09
April 09
Sat
Get up early this morning to witness the awe-inspiring Huangshan sunrise. It is just pure ecstasy as you watch the Golden Sun emerging above the sea of clouds, growing bigger and bigger, and spreading its rays across the quiet sky with brilliant colors. Sightseeing to the different scenic spot. Watch an unforgettable sunset. Enjoy a special dinner with local flavored dishes.
07
April 10
Sun
In the morning, visit the ancient Hong Village where the movie 'Crouching Tiger' was shot on location. Transfer to the airport and board flight to Guangzhou and connect flight to Guilin . Meet and transfer to your hotel.
08
April 11
Mon
Enjoy a boat cruise on the tranquil water of the beautiful Li River - sailing through a landscape of needle-like limestone hills. Arriving in Yangshuo in the afternoon, stroll about the interesting art and craft markets. Guilin is a painters’ paradise, you will find a lot of beautiful paintings and embroidery in the markets. An array of Internet café for the local youngsters to spend their time.
Enjoy a Buffet Dinner at your Hotel.
09
April 12
Tues
Today visit Seven Star Park, named from its seven peaks which are laid out like the Big Dipper constellation (with its handle bent forward). The park is on the eastern side of the Li River in central of Guilin City. Attractions in the park include: Seven Star Cave (a limestone cave with a large number of stalagmites and stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations created by carbonate deposition), Flower Bridge, the Zoo with Panda, bonsai garden and much more. Covering an area of 1.34 square kilometers, it is the largest park in Guilin, and contains some of the finest sights in the city.
After lunch, visit the Museum.
10
April 13
Wed
After breakfast, transfer to airport to fly to Xian. Transfer to the impressive 5 Star Sofitel. Relax and have dinner on your own at this beautiful hotel.
11
April 14
Thur
Xian, an ancient capital for 11 dynasties a full-day tour of the Terra Cotta Museum. In 1974, a farmer digging a well uncovered what turned out to be a major archaeological discovery of the 20th century; the Tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang guarded by the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum. Marvel at the warriors and horses in battle formation guarding the emperor and his precious treasures. In the afternoon, visit the ancient City Wall and the Grand Mosque, which has incorporated lots of the traditional Chinese architecture characteristics with a symmetric layout. Enjoy a Tang Dynasty Dinner Show at the Tang Dynasty Theatre Restaurant.
12
April 15
Fri
Visit the Wild Goose Pagoda in the morning. If time allows, visit a lab or factory to watch the archeologists working on the replicas of the terra cotta warriors. Transfer to the airport and fly to Beijing. Upon arrival, transfer to the 5-Star Renaissance Capital Beijing Hotel for a stay of three nights. Relax and have dinner on your own at this beautiful hotel.
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13
April 16
Sat
Beijing is the capital of China and home to many wonders. Highlights of your tour include the Tian An Men Square, Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the beautiful Summer Palace.
14
April 17
Sun
A daylong excursion to the mighty Great Wall - one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Also visit the ancient Ming Tombs.
15
April 18
Mon
Say goodbye to China as you will be transferred to the airport to board your
returning flight home. Arriving Seattle the same day.
AB = American Breakfast
L= Lunch
D= Dinner
BD = Buffet dinner
DS = Dinner Show
PD = Peking Duck dinner
DP = Dinner Party
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