CHN6D5N-BXSH-999
6 Days/5 Night
The most classic China tour going the traditiong triangle route Beijing - Xian - Shanghai.With its colorful features, Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China, a cultural center, a center of international communication, and one of China's famous historical and cultural cities and ancient capitals.I Also inclusive of the modern style skyscrapers in Shanghai.Not miss the iconic mosques in the 3 cities, like Niujie Mosquare, Great Mosque and Tiaotaoyuan Mosque.Well designed tour program for Muslims as we pay much attention in their religious and food taboos.
Attractions: Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang), Forbidden City-The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Beijing
Explore Beijing from the world’s largest public square, Tiananmen Square. It is one of the largest city squares in the world, located in the centre of Beijing, and is one of the symbols of China. The square is vast and often hosts a variety of grand events and celebrations, such as the annual flag-raising ceremony for National Day.Walk to the Forbidden City from Tiananmen Square. It was the imperial palace of China during the Ming and Qing dynasties and is located on the central axis in the centre of Beijing,learning the legendary story of the emperors and how the royal family lived there.
In the afternoon, we will Temple of Heaven,another famous scenic spot in Beijing, which was used to hold a memorial ceremony for the God in Winter Solstice Festival and to pray for harvest in the first month of the lunar year by the emperors in Ming and Qing dynasties.Summer Palace, The Temple of Putuo Zongxian is the birthplace of the Putuo Sect of Buddhism in China. Built in the Qing Dynasty, it is mainly dedicated to Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy. There are many ancient buildings and cultural relics in the temple, where you can worship and pray for blessings and feel the religious atmosphere while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the mountains.
Attractions: Ming Tombs(Changling),Mutianyu Great Wall,Olympic Park
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Bejing
You will be picked up from hotel then hop into the air-conditioned vehicle drive to Ming Tombs(Changling), where the emperor Zhudi’s burial site. Enjoy delicious lunch at a local restaurant and learn the interesting jade culture at nearby gallery.After that, head to head for Mutianyu Great Wall where it is less crowded and has better views than other sections of Great Wall. Take the advantage of optional cable car to enjoy the incredible views of the wall from the top. After hiking, enjoy cups of fragrant tea on the way back to downtown.
Stop at the Olympic Park where you can take photos from outside of modern Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. Enjoy famous Peking Roasted Duck once tried by many overseas VIP. Crispy skin and tender meat, what a delicious dinner tonight. At last, transfer back to hotel.When we reach Beijing, we will have a photo stop outside the Bird Nest and Water Cube, which were the famous sites constructed for 2008 Beijing Olympic.Today, the Bird's Nest has become a landmark and tourist attraction in Beijing.If you would like to try local specialty tonight, you could ask for some suggestion about Peking Roast Duck Restaurant.
Attractions: Muslim Quarter, Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Xi’an
Followed by is Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, a square brick pagoda built to store Buddhism scripts brought from ancient India.Located in the southern suburb of Xi'an, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda is one of the famous ancient buildings in China. Climbing up the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, visitors can overlook the surrounding scenery and the whole city. It is also an important destination for Buddhist culture, and visitors can enjoy the rich Buddhist cultural art and historical relics.Here, you will have an experience to wear the traditional clothes of Han Nationality to stroll around.
At last, go to visit Muslim Quarter, the most famous food street in Xian.Muslim Quarter located at the center of Xi’an city. It is a place combining shopping malls, typical local food restaurants, and entertainment places and a must-see spot for tourists with unique historical atmosphere and diver culture. You can optionally try some snacks here.Around the mosque is a lively Muslim bazaar, where you could explore for local snacks and handicrafts.
Attractions: The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Xi'an
Your friendly tour guide will meet you at 9:00am, then you will be transferred to Xi'an City Wall. Xi'an City Wall is the largest and best preserved city wall in China. It is 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) You can spend 20 minutes walk along the city wall enjoy the charming south gate or you can rent a bike ride for half hour on the city wall. Bicycle or sightseeing car will be arranged on the wall to go around. The tour finishes by dropping-off at the hotel lobby.
Today we start to explore the ancient city by driving to Terracotta Warriors and explore one of the world's most important archaeological finds, with troops, horses and carriages in battle formation. It is the guardian of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor and is a magnificent group of terracotta warriors considered one of the eighth wonders of the world.A Chinese Lunch will be arranged nearby the scenic area of Terracotta Warriors. Lunch is on your own, but your guide will recommend restaurants around the site according to your preference.After the tour, your Xi 'an guide will drive you to Xi 'an Xianyang Airport. Your Guilin driver will meet you at Guilin Liangjiang Airport and transport you to your lovely Guilin hotel. Guests book their own flights and hotels.
Attractions: Huangpu River
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Overnight in Shanghai
Pick you up from hotel in the morning and transfer to the railway station for a high-speed train to Shanghai. The journey takes around 6 hours. The driver and tour guide in Shanghai will pick you up from the railway station and sent you to hotel for checking in. After resting one hour and enjoy delicious local dinner, you embark on a boat cruising on the Huangpu River. which is one of the most famous landmarks in Shanghai, where you will find the high buildings such as Oriental Pearl TV Tower are just on the opposite of Huangpu River.Enjoy the cool breeze, watch the colorful display of lights along the riverbanks. Later, return to hotel and take a relaxing sleep.
Attractions: Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu), Yu Garden (Yuyuan), The Bund (Wai Tan)
Meal: Not Included
Hotel: Not Included
Today we start our day trip to the foot of The Oriental Pearl TV Tower to visit Shanghai City History Museum, where you will know more about the history and development of Shanghai.Then take the elevator up to the 2nd ball of the TV tower, from which you will have a bird-eye view of Shanghai. Go on driving through Lujiazui, the finance & trade zone in Pudong of Shanghai, where you will find many skyscrapers. We will have a view of the modern skyline of Shanghai.The Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower named one of Shanghai's top 10 new landscapes.
After lunch, we continue to visit Yuyuan Garden which is a Chinese classic garden in city downtown. Then continue to explore the Shanghai Old Street and Nanjing Road nearby which is the earliest commercial street in Shanghai. Drive back to the hotel, en route you can plan for the night Acrobatic Show, especially the ERA show, which is one of the most popular evening entertainments in Shanghai. Later, head to the busiest shopping street in Shanghai-Nanjing Road which is lined with name brand stores, both Chinese and International. Besides, you can visit restaurants, cafes, coffee/tea houses, and ice cream shops etc.
Then back to the Bund, admire the illuminated buildings lining the Huangpu River. which is one of the most famous landmarks in Shanghai, where you will find the high buildings such as Oriental Pearl TV Tower are just on the opposite of Huangpu River. Enjoy a local lunch in a local restaurant nearby the bund.