Private China Tours
Shanghai-Suzhou-Hangzhou-Guilin-Xi'an-Beijing(13days) Economy Shanghai
| Tour Private Price (Price quoted per person) |
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Num of Person |
Price |
| Sole Occupancy | 1 | USD 1570 |
♦ Day Itinerary
 This 13-Day private tour starts with the modern metropolis - Shanghai city, followed by the Suzhou & Hangzhou, which are famous for their royal gardens and natural beauty. you will amazingly find of the breathtaking natural sceneries in Guilin, the Terra Cotta Warriors in Xi'an and the Great wall and other must-see sites in capital Beijing.
Day 1 Shanghai
On arrival, CITS guide will hold a welcome sign to meet you. You will be transferred to the Bailemen Hotel *** for a two-night stay on a room and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is free to relax. You could take a walk along the famous waterfront to fully appreciate this diverse city.
Accommodation at Bailemen Hotel ***
(L+D) ♦ Day 2 Shanghai
Morning:
Visit the Shanghai Museum with its collection of ancient Chinese Art of bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy.
Afternoon:
Continue the Yu Garden, which has over 30 pavilions, linked by a maze of corridors and bridges. And Jade Buddha Temple where two rare jade statues of Sakyamuni Buddha is treasured.
Accommodation at Bailemen Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 3 Shanghai to Suzhou
Morning:
Transfer to the rail station, an hour train journey takes you to Suzhou, known as the Venice of the east.
Afternoon:
City tour begins with visiting the Humble Administrator's Garden, which is followed by a trip to Silk Reeling Factory. Transfer to the hotel after dinner.
Accommodation at Suzhou Hotel ****
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 4 Suzhou to Hangzhou
Morning:
You will go to the Tiger Hill. Climb the hill and find a number of historical sites which can be traced back over 2500 years to the founding of Suzhou. Transfer to the rail station and afterwards take a three hours journey to Hangzhou where sightseeing focuses on the lovely gardens, lakes and terrific islands.
Afternoon:
Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel, check in for 2 nights and have a good rest.
Accommodation at Lily Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 5 Hangzhou
Morning:
Starts with a cruise on the scenic West Lake, than goes to Six Harmonies Pagoda,which is definitely a masterpiece of ancient Chinese arcitechture.
Afternoon:
Visit Lingyin Temple ¨Cthe biggest Buddhist Temple in the southern China and tea farm.
Accommodation at Lily Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 6 Hangzhou to Gulin
Morning:
Transfer and take your flight to Guilin.
Afternoon:
Upon arrive, meet the guide and visit historic Fubo Hill and the Reed Flute Cave - a 790 feet deep dripstone cave which includes myriads of stalactites and stalagmites of dazzling colors.
Accommodation at Guilin Fubo Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 7 Guilin to Yangshuo to Gulin
Today take a scenic river cruise along the Li River with its peaceful senerity and jagged limestone peaks. Lunch is included on board before arriving at Yangshuo where you have free time to explore and peruse the local shops and markets. Continue to take the private car back to Guilin.
Accommodation at Guilin Fubo Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 8 Gulin to Xi'an
Morning:
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Xi'an, China's ancient capital.
Afternoon:
Upon arrival, visit the Great Mosque, which is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved Islamic mosques in China before checking in at the Hotel for 2 nights.
Accommodation at Mercure on Renmin Square Xi'an ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 9 Xi'an
Morning:
Full day visit the world-famous Terracotta Warriors where life-sized infantrymen, archer, officers and their horses symbolically guard the tomb of the first Qin emperor.
Afternoon:
Followed by the dramatic Wild Goose Pagoda.
Accommodation at Mercure on Renmin Square Xi'an ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 10 Xi'an to Beijing
Morning:
Visit the Ancient City Wall that still compasses the center of Xi'an.
Afternoon:
Visit the Great Mosque, which is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved Islamic mosques in China.
Evening:
Transfer to the rail station and take an overnight soft sleeper train to Beijing.
Accommodation at the train of soft sleeper.
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 11 Beijing
Morning:
Take a half-day excursion to explore the incredible Forbidden City with its grand palaces and courtyards. Built in 1420, it was here that 24 emperors lived and ruled for over 500 years. The South Gate leads you to Tian'anmen Square - the biggest of its kind in the world.
Afternoon:
Continue to the beautiful Summer Palace where you can discover gardens, palaces and pavilions with temples and halls in a tranquil, landscaped lakeside setting.
Accommodation at Qianmen Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 12 Beijing
Morning:
You will take a half-day guided visit to the awesome Great Wall of China. Here you can enjoy the stunning views as you stroll along this seemingly endless piece of history, which winds its way into the far distance.
Afternoon:
Continue to the Ming Tomb, which due to their enormity took over 200 years to complete.
Accommodation at Qianmen Hotel ***
(B+L+D) ♦ Day 13 Beijing
Transfer to the airport for your homeland. Alternatively, extend your stay.
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