CHN9D8N-BXSH-567
9 Days/8 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.
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Hotel: Overnight in Beijing
Beijing Airport Parking Lot
Upon your arrival in Beijing, your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Relax in the hotel during the remainder of the day, or you can have a self-exploration with suggestions from your guide.
Attractions: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Niujie Mosque, Temple of Heaven
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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.
After lunch at local Halal restaurant, go to have a salat at Niujie Mosque with 900 years history. Then transfer to visit the 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.
Attractions: Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird Nest, Water Cube
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Hotel: Overnight in Beijing
Drive out of Beijing to Mutianyu Great Wall of China (approximately 150 km). Compared with other sections of the Great Wall, the Mutianyu Great Wall is well-preserved and relatively less visited by tourists, so it is considered one of the ideal places to visit the Great Wall. The Mutianyu Great Wall has beautiful scenery and steep mountains, and there are several viewing platforms and defences in the scenic area, where you can take a stroll and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Great Wall.You will have 1.5-2 hours to trek on the wall by yourself.
Afterwards, make a photo stop at two architectural icons from the 2008 Olympic that are still standing: Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.Today, the Bird's Nest has become a landmark and tourist attraction in Beijing.
Attractions: Summer Palace
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Hotel: Overnight in Xi’an
Visiting the Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort, 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.
After a lunch at local Halal restaurant, you will have a salat at Madian Mosque before transfer to Beijing West Train Station to catch the high speed train for Xian.
Attractions: Terracotta Warriors, Grand Mosque, Muslim Quarter
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Hotel: Overnight in Xi’an
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are one of the great wonders of Chinese history and are located near the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor in the city of Xi'an. 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. In the afternoon, Near the Bell Tower there is also the Bell Tower Square, a place of leisure, entertainment and cultural exchange for the citizens of Xi'an.
Then visit to Xian Grand Mosuqe and have a salat at Grand Mosque.Continue to visit Muslim Quarter where is the best place to experience Chinese New Year in Xian. Tonight you can choose to enjoy Tang Dynasty Show with Dinner as your option entertainment tonight.
Attractions: Xi’an City Wall, Big Wild Goose pagoda
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Hotel: Overnight in Shanghai
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.
After that, visit Xi’an City City Wall which represents one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls. At night, the walls are also illuminated, giving it a romantic and grandiose feel. Then drive to airport to catch the late afternoon flight for Shanghai.
Attractions: Shikumen, the Bund, Xiaotaoyuan Mosque, Yuyuan Garden, Chenghuangmiao Market
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Hotel: Overnight in Shanghai
Have a leisure breakfast in the hotel before our guide's hotel pick-up. The 1st stop in Shanghai is Shikumen to enjoy the Linong Culture, Old houses and try the local snacks. You will trek for about 1.5 hours. The have a leisure stroll along the Bund , 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.A Halal lunch is arranged at local Muslim restaurant.
Then you will have a salat at Xiaotaoyuan Mosque, which is the headquarter of Shanghai Muslim Association.In the afternoon, visit Yuyuan Garden , a traditional Chinese garden in the downtown of Shanghai, then walk around Chenghuangmiao Market which is just nearby Yuyuan Garden. Located in Shanghai's most prosperous Chenghuangmiao tourist area, Chenghuangmiao is an important Taoist palace in the Shanghai area.
Then move to Lujiazui, where you will find many high-rise buildings. Take elevator up the observation floor of Shanghai tower, the tallest building in Shanghai.Tour will finish by a transfer back to your hotel. The Acrobatic show in Shanghai is recommended as your optional night activity, which you could discuss with your local guide directly.
Attractions: Zhujiajiao Water Town
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Hotel: Overnight in Shanghai
In the morning, Zhujiajiao because of the water and show, because of the water and the prosperity of the centuries created countless heroes, today, Zhujiajiao people continue to extend this long source of culture, revealing the infinite cultural atmosphere of the water town.Drive back to downtown of Shanghai to have a lunch at local Halal restaurant.
Have a free time in the afternoon. You could explore Shanghai or go shopping around by yourself.
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Your China Experience is over soon as you transfer to the airport and board the homebound international flight, bidding a fond farewell to this ancient land.