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Glories of China
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: CGC_NZ
Overview
Destination:
China,
Start:Shanghai, China
Finish:Beijing, China
Finish:Beijing, China
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
March 2025 - November 2026
Combining the contrasting urban splendour of Shanghai, Beijing and Xian with the majestic sights of the Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors and extraordinary landscapes of the Li River, this tour showcases China’s most glorious highlights.
Price notes:
- Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes and are subject to change. Correct as of 1 July 2024
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately RMB580pp is paid locally in China.
- Based on departures from Auckland, Wellington & Christchurch
- Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available upon request
- Land only (Shanghai - Beijing) 13 days from $5,980 per person, twin share
- Single supplement from $1,000 (does not apply to Solo Exclusive Departures)
Standard inclusions
- Domestic transportation
- National English-speaking escort based on a minimum of 10 passengers travelling, otherwise local English-speaking guides in each city.
- Accommodation
- Entrance fees, guides and daily tour
- All Meals
- China Visa is NOT required for New Zealand and Australia passport holders for STAYS 30 DAYS and under. For longer periods in China Visa assist fees will apply
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1-2: Fly To Shanghai
Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East’. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3: Huangpu River Cruise
Shanghai is China’s great metropolis, where east and west collide on streets lined with futuristic skyscrapers and 10th-century temples. Start with a visit to the classical Yu Garden, pass through the old town and visit a silk factory. View the city at night from the Huangpu River on a panoramic cruise. This evening, enjoy a meal of Shanghainese cuisine.
Day 4: Explore Shanghai
Travel to Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai’s sleepy water towns and explore its many charms. Return to Shanghai to see the antiquities of the Shanghai Museum before admiring magnificent architecture with a stroll along the Bund.
Day 5: Seven Star Park
Fly to the scenic city of Guilin. Enjoy a stroll through the Seven Star Park and explore the spectacular formations of Seven Star Cave.
Day 6: Li River Cruise
Take a relaxed cruise along the Li River to the charming town of Yangshuo. Around every river bend is a view to take your breath away as jagged karst peaks loom over rural scenes of lush greenery, grazing buffalo and local fishermen. This evening there is an option to watch the spectacular Impression Liu Sanjie music and light show.
Day 7: Yangshuo
Yangshuo sits in an exquisite rural location, surrounded by landscapes of emerald-green paddy fields and dramatic limestone karsts. Start the day with a relaxing and invigorating session of tai chi, taking a class with a master to learn this ancient martial art. Spend the rest of the morning exploring the countryside and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. There are many optional activities available including cycling, rafting and walking.
Day 8: Cormorant Fishermen
Return to Guilin. Stroll around Ronghu Lake and admire the Sun and Moon pagodas – two towering examples of traditional Chinese Buddhist architecture. Visit the South China Pearl Factory which covers the fascinating 1,700-year-old history of pearling and see the many displays and demonstrations on offer. Later, stop on the banks of the Li River for a photo opportunity with a cormorant fisherman.
Day 9: Tang Dynasty Dancing
Fly to Xian and visit the Muslim Quarter before feasting on traditional Shui Jiao dumplings and watching a lively performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 10: Terracotta Warriors
After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s, the Terracotta Army of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever since. Spend the morning viewing the enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors, followed by a visit to the workshop of the craftsmen who recreate terracotta warriors. Later, stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th-century city walls that enclose Xian's old town.
Day 11: Bullet Train To Beijing
Board the bullet train to Beijing, the capital of China. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the warren-like hutongs, traditional neighborhoods, and visit a local family to gain a deeper insight into Chinese culture and local customs.
Day 12: Great Wall Of China
This morning is dedicated to China's most iconic sight – the Great Wall. Taking a walk on this incredible structure is the best way to appreciate the sheer magnificence of the wall itself and the dramatic scenery that surrounds it. In the afternoon, return to Beijing and enjoy the idyllic landscapes of the Summer Palace. End the day watching a thrilling Chinese acrobatic show.
Day 13: Forbidden City
Soak up the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban landscape. Head to Beijing's symbolic heart, Tiananmen Square, and stroll into the sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden City. A monument to dynasties past, enter through the Gate of Supreme Harmony, into a complex of a thousand rooms and many imperial treasures. Today's sightseeing is the perfect way to build up your appetite for Beijing's most famous delicacy – Peking duck.
Days 14-15: Fly Beijing To New Zealand
Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the same or following day.
Departure dates
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Operator
Wendy Wu
Wendy Wu Tours is Australia's leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Eurasia, the Middle East – and most recently, Australasia. Since Wendy sent her very first tour to China in 1994, we've grown from strength to strength and are proud of the multiple awards we've won throughout the years and the unique travel experiences we offer to an expanding range of destinations.
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