PW-785:

China Ancient Capitals Explorer

Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights
$1665From USD p.p
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Destinations: Beijing - Luoyang - Xi'an - Hangzhou - Nanjing - Shanghai

　　Highlights:

With the magnificent historical relics and cultural sites, the Four Great Ancient Capitals - Beijing, Luoyang, Xi'an, Nanjing offer a rewarding journey of historical and cultural splendor. This trip is a perfect way to experience the essence of traditional Chinese culture.

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Day 1: Arrival/Beijing: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Beijing)
Arrive in Beijing and pass through the immigration and customs. Our local guide will meet you at the welcome lobby. Transfer to your hotel in the downtown city. The guide will help you check-in. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.

Day 2: Beijing (B L): Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven
This morning we start the tour from Tian'anmen Square and the largest and magnificent Imperial Palace in the world - the Forbidden City (UNESCO). After that, we approach to another renowned imperial site - the Temple of Heaven (UNESCO), visit the Imperial Hall of Pray Harvest, the Imperial Vault and the Imperial Sacrificial Altar.

Day 3: Beijing (B L): Great Wall Badaling, Ming Dynasty Imperial Tomb
Today's tour continues with the visit to the Great Wall Badaling (UNESCO). Walking along its ramparts, you can have a breathtaking view of the largest ancient manpower project in the world. Afterwards, we visit the largest mausoleum group in the world - the Ming Dynasty Imperial Tomb (UNESCO).

Day 4: Beijing/Luoyang (B L): Summer Palace, Bird's Nest, Water Cube, Hutong Rickshaw, Hotel to Airport Transfer (Beijing), Airport to Hotel Transfer (Luoyang)
This morning, we will visit the largest imperial garden in the world - the elegant Summer Palace (UNESCO). We will take a boat to cruise on the shimmering waters of Kunming Lake. On the way back to the city, we take an outside tour to Olympic Stadium, nicknamed Bird's Nest, and the National Swimming Centre, also known as the Water Cube. After that, we take the old–fashioned pedicab to the historical sites in Hutong. Then transfer to the airport for the flight to Luoyang. Upon arrival, our local guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.

Day 5: Luoyang (B L): Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple
In the morning, we will firstly visit the Longmen Grottoes(UNESCO), one of the three most important Buddhist sculptures and carvings in China. Then head to the White Horse Temple, which is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in China and renowned as the cradle of Chinese Buddhism.

Day 6: Luoyang/Xi'an (B L): Shaolin Temple, Hotel to Train Station Transfer (Luoyang), Train Station to Hotel Transfer (Xi'an)
Today we take visit to Shaolin Temple, which is famous for Chinese martial arts and particularly for Shaolin Kung Fu. Then transfer to the train station to take a high-speed train to Xi'an. Upon arrival, our local guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.

Day 7: Xi'an (B L SD): Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, Tang Dynasty Show
Today we take an excursion to Lingtong County to visit Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses(UNESCO). It is a great archaeological excavation of the 20th Century, and it has made Xi'an a big and hot tourist destination. Afterwards we head to the Big Wide Goose Pagoda Temple (UNESCO). It is regarded as the landmark of Xi'an. In the evening, appreciate the marvelous and fantastic Tang Dynasty Dinner Show.

Day 8: Xi'an/Hangzhou (B L): Shaanxi History Museum, Great Mosque, Muslim Snack Street, Hotel to Airport Transfer (Xi'an), Airport to Hotel Transfer (Hangzhou)
Today we continue our tour with the visit to Shaanxi History Museum. It is a large-scale national comprehensive museum in Xi’an, which highlights the development of Chinese civilization. Afterwards take a visit to the century-old Great Mosque, which blends islamic mosque styles and traditional Chinese architectural elements. Then stroll along the Muslim Snack Street, which is full of mouth-watering delicacies and snacks that nobody can resist. After that, transfer to the airport for the flight to Hangzhou. Upon the arrival in Hangzhou, our local guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.

Day 9: Hangzhou (B L): West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Six Harmonies Pagoda, Impression West Lake
The tour in Hangzhou firstly starts from the breathtaking West Lake. It was an inspiration to ancient painters and poets with its attractive views and breathtaking scenery. Then we head to the Lingyin Temple – the biggest Buddhist Temple in the southern China. Afterwards, visit the famous the Six Harmonies Pagoda(Liuhe Pagoda) and enjoy the beauty of Qiantang River. In the evening, we will take a fascinating tour through a unique outdoor performance, named "Impression West Lake" to help you truly experience the beauty of China. The performance is a collaboration between famous Japanese musician Kitaro and iconic singer Zhang Liangying. "Impression West Lake" has become a major tourist attraction in Hangzhou.

Day 10: Hangzhou/Nanjing (B L): Hotel to Train Station Transfer (Hangzhou), Train Station to Hotel Transfer (Nanjing), Presidential Mansion, Confucius Temple, Qinhuai River Boat
In the morning, transfer to the train station to take a high-speed train to Nanjing. Upon arrival, observe the Presidential Mansion. It used to be the presidential residence of former Presidents Mr. Sun Yat-sen and Mr. Jiang Jie-shi. Then we head to the Confucius Temple. It is the place to worship and offer sacrifices to Confucius, the great philosopher and educator of ancient China. Afterwards we take the painted boats to cruise on Qinhuai River, which is the cradle of the ancient culture of Nanjing. The river features both distinctive scenery and cultural sites.

Day 11: Nanjing/Shanghai (B L): Dr Sun Yat-Sen's Mausoleum, Linggu Temple Park, Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Hotel to Train Station Transfer (Nanjing),Train Station to Hotel Transfer (Shanghai)
Today we will visit Dr. Sun Yat Sen Mausoleum, which was built in 1926 in honor of Dr. Sun Yat-sen (1866-1925), who is recognized as the Father of Modern China. Then we head to Linggu Temple Park, which is regarded by local residents as one of the “40 famous scenic -pots” of Nanjing. Afterwards visit the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, the tomb of the Hongwu Emperor, the founder of the Ming Dynasty. Then transfer to the train station to take a high-speed train to Shanghai. Upon arrival, our local guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.

Day 12: Shanghai (B L D): Yu Garden, Shanghai Old Street, Bund,ERA Acrobatic Show,Xin Tian Di
Today’s tour starts from the enchanting Yu Garden and Shanghai Old Street. Yu Garden is a masterpiece of traditional Chinese architecture, which includes many halls, springs and other buildings of interest. Then we head to the Bund. It is Shanghai's most famous landmark and a symbol of the combination of the old and new Shanghai. Although it is only four kilometers long, it has long been one of the most important areas of Shanghai. In the evening, you will be taken to witness the marvelous stunts of the ERA Acrobatic Show. After driving along the beautiful former French Concession District, we wander through Shanghai's hottest new entertainment district, Xin Tian Di. The brick buildings on these two-square blocks have been preserved well and transformed into trendy clubs, restaurants and boutiques.

Day 13: Shanghai/Departure (B): Hotel to Airport Transfer (Shanghai)
Today heralds your departure from China. In the morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your international flight. Service ends.

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Low Season
Nov.30,2011 - Feb.29,2012

Peak Season
Mar.01,2012 - Nov.30,2012

Peak Season
Mar.01,2013 - Nov.30,2013

Your Group Size	Tour Class	Adult	Single Room supplement
2-5 persons	Deluxe	$ 2317	$ 732
2-5 persons	Standard	$ 2019	$ 434
6-9 persons	Deluxe	$ 1963	$ 732
6-9 persons	Standard	$ 1665	$ 434

Your Group Size	Tour Class	Adult	Single Room supplement
2-5 persons	Deluxe	$ 2597	$ 1012
2-5 persons	Standard	$ 2241	$ 656
6-9 persons	Deluxe	$ 2243	$ 1012
6-9 persons	Standard	$ 1887	$ 656

Your Group Size	Tour Class	Adult	Single Room supplement
2-5 persons	Deluxe	$ 2597	$ 1012
2-5 persons	Standard	$ 2241	$ 656
6-9 persons	Deluxe	$ 2243	$ 1012
6-9 persons	Standard	$ 1887	$ 656

Hotels

City	Deluxe	Standard
Beijing	Legendale Hotel	Pentahotel Beijing
Luoyang	Mudu Lee Royal International Hotel	Jing An Peony Plaza Hotel
Xi'an	Hilton Xi’an	Titan Times Hotel
Hangzhou	Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake	Holiday Inn Hangzhou City Center
Nanjing	Lakeview Xuanwu Hotel	Parkview Dingshan Hotel
Shanghai	Westin Bund Center Shanghai	Shanghai Huating Hotel & Towers

Important Notice:
1. The above quotations are for reference and are subject to change during some Chinese festivals, holidays, and big events. You are suggested to confirm the tour price with travel advisor in such cases.

2. Due to the road conditions, weather, and availability of hotels, local guide may adjust the program accordingly.

Price Includes:

1. Sightseeing and Entrance Fees to specified attractions;

2. All meals as specified in the itinerary, B= Breakfast in hotel; L= Chinese lunch; D= Chinese dinner; SD= Special dinner;

3. Transfers by private vehicle per the itinerary with English-speaking guides;

4. All domestic flights, taxes and fuel surcharge & trains as specified;

5. Hotel accommodations based on double occupancy with daily buffet breakfast served at hotel;

6. Standard cruise cabin with full board & Cruise shore excursions if cruise is included in the itinerary;

7. Tibet Entry Permit Fees if Tibet is included in the itinerary;

8. Service Charge & Government Taxes.

Price Excludes:

1. China Entry Visa Fees;

2. International Airfares or Train Tickets to enter or leave China;

3. Any expenses of personal nature for e.g. tel calls, laundry, excess luggage charge, porterage, mineral water or any other services not mentioned above;

4. Service fees (150RMB/per person) on the cruise if cruise is included;

5. Travel Insurance;

6. Gratuities for guides, drivers and porters.

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Yangshuo	Yangtze Cruise	Yichang	Yuanyang
Zhangjiajie	Zhouzhuang	Zhujiajiao

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