CHINA
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Table of Contents
Destination Information
Country Information - China
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City Information - Beijing
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Accommodation
Howard Johnson Paragon Hotel
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Tours
The Great Wall of China
Page 12
Programme
Summary
Page 14
Package Information
Package Breakdown & Costing
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Duma SPORT
Contact Information
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About China
Technical Facts
Visa
Visa Required
Language
Chinese Language, Mandarin
Capital City
Beijing
Currency
Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY)
Best time to travel April, May, September & October
Time zone GMT -6
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China
Antique yet up-to-the-minute, familiar
Out-of-This-World Flavours
Stupendous Scenery
quintessentially rural, conservative yet
China is famously fixated with food but
China is vast. Off-the-scale massive. And
path-breaking, space-age but old-fash-
do yourself a favour and exchange your
you’ve just got to get outside: island-hop
ioned, China is a land of mesmerising and
meagre local Chinatown menu for the
in Hong Kong, gaze out over the epic
eye-opening contradictions.
lavish Middle Kingdom cookbook. Wolf
grasslands of Inner Mongolia or squint
down Peking duck, size up a sizzling
up at the mind-blowing peaks of the
lamb kebab in Kāifēng or gobble down
Himalayas. Trek your way around Tiger
yet unrecognisable, outwardly urban but
Awe-Inspiring Antiquity
a bowl of Lánzhōu noodles on the Silk
Leaping Gorge or cycle between the
China may be modernising at a head-
Road. Spicy Húnán food really raises the
fairy-tale karst pinnacles of Yángshuò.
spinning pace, but the slick skyscrap-
temperature but find time for momo
Ponder the desiccated enormity of
ers, Lamborghini showrooms and Maglev
(boiled dumplings), tsampa (roasted bar-
the Taklamakan Desert or swoon at
trains are just eye-catching but wafer-
ley flour porridge) and other titbits from
Huángshān’s preternatural mists. Become
thin gift-wrapping. Let’s face it: the
Tibet. Impress your friends as you gānbēi
entranced by the Yuányáng Rice Terraces
world’s oldest continuous civilisation is
(down-in-one) the local firewater, sip a
of Yúnnán, size up the awesome sand
bound to pull an artefact or two out of its
frozen daiquiri in a slick Běijīng bar or
dunes of Dūnhuáng, hike your way around
hat. Travel selectively around China and
survey the Shànghai skyline through a
the exquisite landscape of Déhāng or,
you can quickly tap into a rich seam of
raised cocktail glass. Second to none, the
when your energy fails you, flake out for
antiquity: ponder the legends and myths
never-ending culinary adventure is pos-
a tan on the distant beaches of Hainán
of the Forbidden City, rediscover your
sibly the most enticing aspect of Middle
island.
sense of wonder on the Great Wall or
Kingdom travel and you’ll come back
attempt to fathom the timeless expres-
from China with highly stimulated taste
sions of the silent Terracotta Warriors.
buds and much-cherished gastronomic
Submit to the unique charms of Píngyáo
memories.
– China’s best preserved walled town
– or get a glimpse of Nirvana at the
serene Mògāo Caves outside Dūnhuáng.
Meander among the historic villages of
Wùyuán, wake with the cock crow in an
ancient Hakka roundhouse or join welldressed Tibetan pilgrims on their circuitous kora around Labrang monastery.
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beijing
Stop–start capital since the Mongol Yuan
History may have been trampled in
Frank and uncomplicated, Běijīng’s deni-
dynasty, Běijīng is one of China’s true
Běijīng over the past half century, but
zens chat in Běijīnghuà – the gold stan-
ancient citadels. It is also an aspiring,
there’s still much more substance here
dard of Mandarin – and marvel at their
confident and modern city that seems
than in China’s other dynastic capitals,
good fortune for occupying the centre
assured of its destiny to rule over China
bar Nánjīng or Kāifēng. You just need to
of the known world. And for all its dili-
ad infinitum.
do a bit of hunting and patient explora-
gence and gusto, Běijīng dispenses with
tion to find the historical narrative. It’s
the persistent pace of Shànghai or Hong
A vast and symmetrical metropolis,
also essential to sift the genuine from
Kong, and locals instead find time to sit
Běijīng is the orderly seat of the com-
the fake: some of Běijīng’s once-illus-
out front, play chess and watch the world
munist political power in China, so its
trious past has been fitfully resurrected
go by.
architecture traces each and every mood
in the trompe-l’oeil of rebuilt monu-
swing from 1949 to the present, from
ments. Colossal flyovers and multilane
felled hútòng (narrow alleys) to huge
boulevards heave with more than three
underground bomb shelters scooped out
million cars but ample pockets of his-
during the paranoid 1970s. One moment
torical charm survive. It’s the city’s epic
you are sizing up a blank Soviet-style
imperial grandeur, however, that is truly
monument, the next you spot a vast,
awe-inspiring.
shimmering tower rising up from the
footprint of a vanished temple.
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Accommodation in Beijing
4 Star
Howard Johnson Paragon Hotel Beijing is ideally located on East Chang An Street, in the heart of
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the golden area of the capital Beijing, surrounded by major business centers, tourist attractions,
Howard Johnson
Paragon Hotel
Beijing
and the Embassy area. It was open in 1997 and renovated in 2001.
The hotel’s banquet and conference facilities provide functional solutions to meeting and event
planners. The 400-meter ballroom and seven multi-purpose rooms can accommodate cozy gatherings and groups of more than 200 persons. Additionally a business and ticketing center with
modern equipment offers secretarial support and ticketing service to busy executives and leisure
travelers.
Howard Johnson Paragon Hotel Beijing is exactly opposite the Beijing Railway Station, just minutes
away from Wangfujing Street, Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City, and is only 40 minutes
from the international airport.
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We offer 280 Elegant and comfortable
Hotel Facilities
rooms in total with 10-storey. Each
room on the Homi Floor and Classical
Floor features modern facilities including central air-conditioning, satellite
TV, mini-bar, IDD telephone, in-room
safe, and hair-dryer.
The Howard Johnson Executive Floor
and Lounge caters to the needs of the
most discerning business travelers.
Either for business affair or tourism,
Howard Johnson Paragon Hotel will be
an ideal place for your Beijing Stay.
● 24 Hour Front Desk
● 24-Hour Room Service
● Airport Pick-Up on Request With
Charges
● Baby Sitting/Child Services
● Barber/Beauty
● ShopBar/Lounge
● Business Center
● Concierge
● Continental Breakfast for Extra
Charge
● Elevator
● Express Check Out
● Exterior Corridor
● Fitness Center or Spa
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Free Newspaper
Free Parking
Game Room
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Corridors
Iron Laundry/Valet Services
Meeting /Conference Rooms
Mini Bar
Non Smoking Rooms
Playground
Nearby Restaurant
Safe Deposit Box
Sauna
Security Shops/Commercial
Services
● Tennis
● Truck Parking
● VIP Rooms/Services
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The Great Wall
Great Wall will still blow you away. You
Simatai
Jinshanling
● One of the wall’s steepest and most
● Remains relatively undeveloped
can’t prepare yourself for the awe, but
you can prepare for experiencing this
ultimate historical hotspot.
beautiful points.
● Best for fit folks with sturdy, good-grip
When to visit
shoes and a penchant for stunning
views – and the requisite steep climbs.
● The most touristed section of the
Great Wall.
● Lots of hawkers. While not as ‘pristine’
as other parts, it’s best for older travelers, families with small children, those
● Bring a day pack (you need your arms
free for the climb).
● Drinks are very pricey and food is
scarce, so bring your own.
● It’s the starting point of a 10km steep,
stony hike to Simatai.
● Arriving at Simatai, you may have to
buy another ticket.
● You can do the walk in the opposite
direction, but getting a ride back to
Beijing from Simatai is easier than
from Jinshanling.
● Unless you really want a souvenir,
who don’t love sheer drops and those
avoid eye contact with the aggressive
short on time.
vendors.
● Leave Beijing early and do it as a halfday trip.
This is often coupled with a visit to the
Ming Tombs, making a full-day trip.
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PROGRAM
SUMMARY
Day 01
Arrival at Beijing
When you arrive at Beijing international airport , your local English Speaking guide will pick you up and escort you to hotel , it need about 40
minutes , and the rest of day we leave to yourself to relax and explore the city.
Transfer: 55 seats air-conditioning business coach & separate Luggage van
Day 02 Golf Tour
Hotel pick-up at 09:00 then enjoys a full day of golfing in Beijing International Golf Club (18 holes). Lunch is served in the golf course on your
own. You will Be transferred back to the hotel at approximately 17:00. After a short break at the hotel, you will go to a restaurant famous for
Peking duck. This is a well known dinner delicacy in Beijing. We will provide transportation back to the hotel at 21h00. Meal: Breakfast + Dinner
International Golf Club is blessed with natural cool breeze as well as breathtaking scenery. The club is designed strictly according to the
international 18-holes standard which covers an area of over 1000000 square meters. In fact, the club is officially opened to members in
year 1986 as the first golf club in Beijing. As it is situated just 40 minutes from city center of Beijing, it can be reached easily by all means
of transportation. While standing at the lobby area of the golf club, you can enjoy the broad vistas of Ming Tomb Reservoir, one of the most
popular tourist attractions around Beijing.
Day 03 Tour –The Great Wall of China
Hotel pick up at 0900, Full day excursion to the Mutianyu Great Wall, lunch will be arranged at Xiaolongpu restaurant it servers nice Local
Beijing food, In the afternoon, we will transfer you back to the Hotel at 16h30, the rest of day will be at leisure for you to relax. Dinner will
be arranged at Royal Restaurant where you can enjoy local Beijing food. Back to Hotel
Day 04 Golf Tour
Hotel pick at 09h00 then enjoy a full day of golfing at Beijing Riverside Resort Lunch is served at the golf course. After golf you will be transfered to the hotel at 17h00. After a short break at the Hotel , you will be transfered to a local restaurant for dinner.
Beijing Riverside Resort Golf Club is an 18-hole 72-par golf course with total court length of 7030 yards. The most significant unique point
of the course is the large number of water barriers. The 9 holes in front are all surrounded by different types of rivers and lakes. Although the
fairways are wider with slight slopes, the optimal landing points are narrow and out of your expectation sometimes.
Day 05 Beijing-City Tour
Hotel pick up at 09h00 for a full day city tour of the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, The Temple of Heaven , The Summer Palace. With
local lunch & dinner arrangements
The Forbidden City:
It was the imperial palace for twenty-four emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties , The Forbidden City has been the ancient imperial
palace for more than 500 years. The gorgeous imperial architecture and numerous ancient art treasures show the luxurious imperial lives.
The Temple of Heaven:
● The spacious Temple of Heaven is well-afforested
● When going into the Temple
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● a feeling of solemnity
● respectfulness
● holiness and quietness will well up in the mind
● When looking at the beautiful sacrificial altars
● One will feel the his soul is purified and his thoughts sublimed
The Summer Palace:
The construction started in 1750 as a luxurious royal garden for royal families to rest and entertain. It later became the main residence of
royal members in the end of the Qing Dynasty.
Day 06 Beijing-City Tour
Hotel pick at 09h00 then enjoy a full day of golfing at Shunfeng Golf Country Club Lunch is served at the golf course. Back to the Hotel at
Approximately 17h00 .After a short break at the Hotel , you will be transfered a local restaurant for dinner. On completion of your round of
golf, you will be transfered:
Shunfeng Golf Country Club is a 27-hole championship grade course owned by Shunfeng International Group. Located in the south of
Mangshan National Forest Park, it is a national A resort near Ming Tombs Reservoir.
With verdant mountains on its three sides and water running through it, the 330-hectare ground incorporates charming landscape and challenging layout, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful scenery and the fun of golf-playing at the same time.
Day 07 Beijing-City Tour
Hotel Pick up at 09h00 , city tour to visit The lama Temple , Hutong area , shopping at Silk Market .
Lunch & Dinner
The Lama Temple:
It is located at the northeast corner of the city, considered as the largest and most perfectly preserved lamasery in present day China
Hutong :
People say that the real culture of Beijing is the culture of the Hutong and Courtyards. How true that is. They attract more tourists from home
and abroad than the high-rise buildings and large mansions You would be carried by the Rickshaw around in the narrow alley.
Silk Market:
The Xiu Shui market reopened for business in its shiny new 5 storey shopping mall on March 19th 2005 (or thereabouts) replacing the infamous original outdoor Xiu Shui market. In doing so, it has become the inner city’s one stop tourist shopping paradise. It’s name is now written
in English across the entrance as simply “Silk Street”.
Day 08 Depart Beijing
According to your flight schedule , we will transfer you to the airport for your flight back to Johannesburg!
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Package Breakdown
& Costing
Package Inclusions:
● Return economy class flights on Cathay Pacific Airlines – Johannesburg /Hong Kong / Beijing / Hong Kong / Johannesburg
● Return airport / hotel transfers in a luxury coach
● A tour to the Great Wall of China with lunch and dinner including entrance fee
● 7 night’s accommodation at the Howard Gohnson Paragon Hotel including breakfast daily
● Beijing City Tour including lunch and dinner at a local restaurant
● 3 Rounds of Golf in Dubai at the following Courses:
● International Golf Club (Including dinner)
● Riverside Golf Club (Including dinner)
● Shufeng Country Club (Including dinner)
● Duma Sports Tour Leader
● Medical Travel Insurance
● Duma Sports Documentation
Package Cost:
● Package cost per person sharing:
R20 890.00
● Package cost per person sharing non – golfer: R17 390.00
Package Excludes:
● Visas
● Airport departure taxes (Approx R3 790.00)
● Items of a personal nature
● All meals not specified in the inclusions
Terms and Conditions:
● Rates are subject to availability at time of booking, currency fluctuations and airfare increases
● Above rates are subject to 50 pax travelling
● Package is available for October 2014.
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Talk to Us...
Claire Nunan
Sports Travel Manager
clairen@dumasport.co.za
0860 111 667
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