China Delight

China Delight
Location: China
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Tour Highlight

  • Walk on the incredible Great Wall
  • Unfold the mystery of the Forbidden City
  • Sit by the tranquil West Lake in Hangzhou
  • Stroll in one of the finest Chinese gardens in Suzhou
  • Immerse yourself in the bustling metropolis Shanghai

  • Day1

    Canada Beijing

    Fly overnight to Beijing.

    Day2

    Beijing

    Upon arrival in Beijing, the capital city of China, you will be warmly greeted at the airport by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel.

    Day3

    Beijing (AB, L, D)

    Beijing has served as the capital of five dynasties over a period of 800 years. Today, visit Tiananmen Square, the second largest public square in the world, and the Forbidden City, the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming to Qing dynasty. Tour the exquisite Summer Palace, the largest preserved ancient imperial garden in China, and a former summer resort for Emperors. Then, visit a Tong Ren Tang to learn about traditional Chinese medicine, which has existed for thousands of years. Your welcome banquet includes the local delicacy, Peking Roast Duck.

    Day4

    Beijing (AB, L, D)

    Today’s highlight is an excursion to the majestic Great Wall, the most famous image of China, and a chance to climb a portion of this 3,700-mile marvel. Visit one of the largest Jade Exhibitions in Asia enroute. After lunch, see skilled artisans at work at a Cloisonn” Factory, and visit the Sacred Path of the Ming Tombs, where thirteen of the sixteen Ming dynasty emperors are buried. Tonight, you can choose to attend an optional large scale dramatic musical, “The Golden Mask Dynasty” ($50).

    Day5

    Beijing/Shanghai-Suzhou(AB, L, D)

    Fly to Shanghai and travel by coach to Suzhou. Suzhou is known as the “Garden City” due to its many classical gardens, renowned for their charming natural beauty and harmonious construction. Upon arrival, visit the Lingering Garden which is among the nest gardens in China. As a large area of the city is covered by water, including a vast number of ponds and streams, Suzhou is known as “Venice of the East”. You may take a cruise along the Grand Canal to view life along China’s golden waterway in its heyday ($30). Then, visit a Silk Spinning Mill, and learn how silk is created from mulberry-munching silkworms to produce the nest thread and cloth.

    Day6

    Suzhou – Wuxi (AB, L, D)

    This morning, travel by coach to Wuxi, one of the oldest cities in China with more than 3,000 years history. Upon arrival, visit one of the largest Fresh Water Pearl Farms in the country, followed by the Lingshan Grand Buddha. Later, stroll along Nanchang Street, a charming and fashionable pedestrian street composed of both ancient and modern architectural styles.

    Day7

    Wuxi Hangzhou (B, L,D)

    This morning, travel by coach to Hangzhou, described by Marco Polo as “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world”. Experience an oriental tea-tasting at the Dragon Well Tea Plantation. Then, take a boat ride on the serene West Lake, the most renowned feature of Hangzhou, noted for its scenic beauty which blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites. This evening, you can enjoy an optional performance, “The Night of West Lake”, which brings the culture and the soul of West Lake lively in front of you. ($50).

    Day8

    Hangzhou- Shanghai (AB, L, D)

    After lunch, travel by coach to Shanghai, the vibrant metropolis and commercial center of China. Upon arrival, walk along the famous Bund, a mile-long stretch along the Huangpu River. Lined by the colonial architectures of European design, this area is the best place to capture the western influences of the old days. Continue on to the bustling shopping district, Nanjing Road and the Ming Dynasty Yuyuan Garden which is considered to be one of the four greatest Chinese gardens. You may cap off the day by attending a thrilling optional Chinese acrobatic show at your own expense – “ERA: The Intersection of Time” ($60pp)

    Day9

    Shanghai (B)

    This morning, visit the Shanghai Museum and see ancient Chinese art, furniture and jade. The afternoon will be free for you to enjoy at your leisure. You may explore the Xintiandi area, an affluent and fashionable pedestrian street composed of unique Shikumen (“stone gate”) and modern architecture. At night, you may enjoy an optional “Huangpu River Night Cruise” and get a glimpse of the dazzling and charming night view of Shanghai ($50).

    Day10

    Shanghai-Canada

    Your China journey is over all too soon. Fly back home and arrive home on the same day as you leave China.

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  • 1)    Prices are based on twin share accommodation
    2)    Departing Vancouver or Toronto with Air China or Hainan Airline
    3)    Add on airfare from other cities: Calgary, Edmonton, Victoria $300-400, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg $400, Ottawa,         Montreal, Quebec city $300-400
    4)    Single Supplement: $380/person
    5)    Package Price is based on airfare availability. Tour prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • 1)    China Visa fees
    2)    Insurance of any kind
    3)    Tipping($100/person)
    4)    Personal expenditure such as laundry service, souvenirs and telephone calls
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  • 1)    Beijing Forbidden City tour with Lunch $65*
    2)    Beijing Peking Roast Duck Banquet $35*
    3)    Beijing The Golden mask Dynasty $50
    4)    Suzhou Grand Cannal Cruise $30
    5)    Hangzhou West Lake Boat Ride $35*
    6)    Hangzhou Impression of West Lake $50
    7)    Shanghai Huangpu River Cruise $50
    8)    Shanghqai ERA-The intersection of Time $60
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