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The history, culture and scenic riches of Beijing and Xian have long intrigued the Western world. Enjoy visits to historical sites, temples, hills, gardens, museums and monuments in these two oldest cities of China. The major attractions on this tour are Great Wall, Summer Palace, Ming Tombs, Forbidden City, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Terracotta Warriors, and more. Peking duck dinner and Tang Dynasty banquet are added attractions. Beijing’s Hutong, Lao She tea house and dumpling lunch at local families in Xian will mangle you into local culture and customs. The comfort of a cozy bed, all meals every day and domestic transportation included in the cost ensure you can concentrate on enjoying your adventure.
[Tour Start Dates in China]
[Day-by-Day Schedule]
[Rate]
Tour Start Dates in China:
March 13, 2005
May 8, 2005
August 7, 2005
September 18, 2005
October 30, 2005
| Day-by-Day Schedule
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Day 1: Beijing
Arrive at Beijing airport. A friendly English speaking staff will pick you up and transfer you to hotel. Relax yourself for the rest of the day. |
Day 2: Beijing
Morning visit Forbidden City, afternoon tour around Beijing’s Hutong, the "Old City" neighborhoods of narrow alleys and courtyard gardens hidden behind Beijing's modern facade. Evening enjoy Beijing Duck dinner. |
Day 3: Beijing
Morning Visit Temple of Heaven and lush gardens of the Summer Palace. Afternoon shopping on Xiu Shui Street. Evening visit Lao She Tea House to experience local culture. |
Day 4: Beijing
Morning hiking on Great Wall, which snakes over the green hilly countryside outside of Beijing. Afternoon visit Ming Tombs and its underground vault. |
Day 5: Beijing - Xian
Morning fly to Xian, and be transferred to hotel. Afternoon visit the wild Goose Pagoda of the Tang Dynasty, the Bell Drum Tower of the Ming Dynasty and City Wall. |
Day 6: Xian
Today, you will see one of the most exciting archeological finds in recent years - the site of more than 6000 life-size terra-cotta warriors and horses. They are acclaimed as the "Eighth Wonder of the world". Also visit the Banpo Village Museum, site of a 6000 year-old Neolithic village and Huaqing Hot Spring. Tonight enjoy a Tang Dynasty banquet dinner show. |
Day 7: Xian - Beijing
Visit the Provincial History Museum in the morning, and have a dumpling lunch at local families. Fly back to Beijing in the afternoon. |
Day 8: Exit
We can transfer you to airport in Beijing for your return flight. Your flight will take you home the same day. Or, we will provide further travel assistances in China upon your request. |
Rate:
Adult: USD $1,970 per person (w/o international air)
* Single room supplement: USD $400 per person
* Child (age 2-11): USD $1,379 per person
* Baby (under age 2): USD $394 per person
| Rate includes: |
- Standard 5-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast, based on double occupancy
- Domestic airline ticket between Beijing and Xian, plus associated airport taxes
- Air-conditioned bus for transfers and sightseeing
- Daily Lunch and dinner in local restaurants
- Tours as specificed, and entry fees on these sightseeing spots
- Special evening activities as specified
- English speaking guide in each city
- China visa
- Pre departure package:
- China travel guide
- Chinese phrase book
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| Rate excludes: |
- International flight (You can contact us to include international flight in your package, or purchase your own international flight at Discount Airline Ticket. American travelers will fly over international dateline, so please remember to depart one day earlier than the tour start date in China.)
- Personal expenses (such as telephone bill, laundry, alcoholic beverages, drinks etc)
- Tips (Tipping is not popular in China. It is at your discretion for tipping.)
- Travel Insurance (For your protection, Global Institution highly recommends purchasing Trip Cancellation Insurance that can reimburse you all trip cost if you cancel your trip prior to departure. Compare and check travel insurance.)
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Remarks:
1. Recommended hotel: Great Wall Sheraton in Beijing and Sheraton in Xian. All are rated as 5-star. If above hotels are not available, similar standard hotels will be arranged instead.
2. Above rate is subject to change according to certain circumstances as hotel rates fluctuate.
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