CHINA HIGHLIGHTS
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Summary: 5-Day China Tour to Beijing, Xian.
Tour Type: Land tour + well selected hotel + domestic flights/trains + authentic Chinese food, private guided
with your own English speaking guide (unless otherwise specified), your own driver at your own pace and
schedule.
Highlights for this package
Beijing:
The Forbidden City: Experience the imperial life in the Forbidden City, palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Hutong Tour in Xicheng District: Rickshaw tour through the Hutong - the maze of historic alleyways and
traditional courtyard houses. Visit a local Hutong family.
Tiananmen Square: Join hundreds Chinese people as they revere their the national flag raised at sunrise
everyday at Tian'an men Square
The Mutianyu Great Wall(with round way cable car): Superb views through watch towers on the Mutianyu Great
Wall, one of the Seven Wonders in the world.
Xian:
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses: Appreciate the marvelous Terracotta warriors in full battle array of Emperor
Qin's tomb.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Big Wild Goose Pagoda - Chinese-style architecture combined with dozens of Buddhist
historic statues and murals.
Xian City Wall with Bicycle: Take a walk or bike around City wall to enjoy the ambience and views of the city.
1. Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
Destination: Entrance City to Beijing
Travel: Flight No. TBA (Your arrangements)
Services & Highlights: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Beijing)
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Day 2
Destination: Beijing
Services & Highlights: The Forbidden City, Tiananmen
Square, Lizexiang Pearl Store , Hutong Tour in Xicheng
District
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Most clients find this allowance
more than adequate
The Forbidden City (2.5 hours)
: The Forbidden City was home to 24 emperors between 1368 and 1911.This
"city within a city" is a World Heritage Site, and is the largest and the best preserved ancient imperial
architecture complex in the world, with great square, halls and gates contrast with intricate halls, gardens,
courtyards and quarters. The exhibitions, both permanent and temporary, are all important treasures of
ancient China.
Tiananmen Square (50 minutes): Tian'anmen Square is the largest city square in the centre of Beijing, named
after the Tiananmen (literally, Gate of Heavenly Peace) which sits to its north, separating it from the Forbidden
City. It has great cultural significance as it was the site of several key events in Chinese history. As the world's
largest city square and enduring symbol of China's national pride, it is surrounded by many imposing buildings
including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), Museums, government buildings and Chairman
Mao's Mausoleum.
Lizexiang Pearl Store : China's freshwater pearls are celebrated throughout the world. See how they are
produced including some of the latest technology, and learn how to spot a fake. The outlet also offers a range
of items produced from pearls and pearl oysters which goes far wider than jewellery. China Highlights
customers will see the seeds being planted in the live mussel and also how learn how to differentiate real
pearls from fake. This is a great opportunity to buy genuine pearls, that come with a guarantee, for your family
and friends but there is absolutely no pressure to buy.
Tel: 13801387486
Address: No.7.Changqing Yuan, Congwen District,Beijign City.
Hutong Tour in Xicheng District (1 hour): Hutong is a maze of historic alleyways with old single storey
traditional courtyard houses, which are now fast disappearing. In this one hour tour, you can hop on a rickshaw
to ride through the narrow alleys as well as visit a local family then walk on the Silver Ingot Bridge (Yinding
Bridge) and find out about the different thresholds of the courtyards.
Beijing Ba Guo Bu Yi Restaurant: Ba Guo Bu Yi Restaurant is located near Summer Palace in Haidian District. It
serves authentic Sichuan cuisine with its traditional Chinese style decor. Recommended dishes include sweet
and sour fish, fried pork with celery and Kungpao Chicken.
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Day 3
Destination: Beijing
Services & Highlights: The Mutianyu Great Wall(with round
way cable car), Temple of Heaven, Cloisonne Factory
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Most clients find this allowance
more than adequate
The Mutianyu Great Wall(with round way cable car) (2
hours)
: This less-crowded section of the Great Wall is a
about 2.5 hours' drive from downtown Beijing. A cable car takes you to a good section (avoiding a very steep
climb), where you can walk along the wall, through the watch towers and enjoy superb views as it snakes
across the hills and mountains. You can return by cable car, walk down or walk along the wall for about an
hour to descend by chairlift. Wear good walking shoes and protection from the weather.
Xin Shuang Quan Restaurant: Xin Shuang Quan Restaurant is near Great Wall of Mutianyu section. This garden
style restaurant serves farmhouse dishes, specializing in rainbow trout, sturgeon and salmon. The fabulous
taste will leave you with great memories.
Temple of Heaven (1.5 hours): Built in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty, Temple of Heaven is a complex of Taoist
buildings where emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties visited for annual ceremonies of pray for good harvests.
Located in the south of Central Beijing, it covers an area of 273 hectares. Temple of Heaven was enrolled as a
World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1998.
Cloisonne Factory: Cloisonne is an intricate and detailed process, dating back over 700 years, to produce fine
enamel on a copper base. You can watch the workers at all stages of the process to see how these beautiful
objects are produced. There's a showroom attached for those who would like a souvenir of the visit, big or
small, and all objects are guaranteed. This is a popular place for those looking for special, quality souvenirs.
China Highlights customers have the opportunity to see the manufacturing process. This is an exclusive offer
for our customers! There is no pressure to buy!
Tel: 010-69620914
Address: No.488, Wujia village, Huanrou town, Beijing City
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Day 4
Destination: Beijing to Xian
Travel: Flight No. TBA (Economy class)
Services & Highlights: Hotel to airport Transfer (Beijing),
Airport to Hotel Transfer (Xian), The Terracotta Warriors and
Horses, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi'an Imperial Fine Arts
center
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Most clients find this allowance
more than adequate
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses (2 hours): Discovered accidentally in 1974, this incredible army of over
7000 soldiers, archers, horses and chariots in full battle array has guarded Emperor Qin's tomb since 210BC.
Each figure is unique, and the painstaking repair and excavation continues in 3 pits which are protected inside
huge hangars. 1.5 hours from Xian, there is also an excellent museum and film about the history of the vaults.
Photos (no flash) are allowed. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda (1 hour): A major Buddhist site, the simple, elegant brick Pagoda stands in the grounds
of the attractive Da Ci'en Temple. The Pagoda was built in the 7th century to house the Buddhist materials that
Xuanzang (Tripitaka) brought back from his epic journey to India. The Temple complex has several large halls
with some great Buddhist statues and murals.
A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant(Qinling Branch): A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant was established in 2004, mainly
specializes in Hunan and Sichuan cuisine. It provides delicacy by using the material from Shanxi, obtaining a
nationwide reputation from customers. It would be a nice choice to dine while traveling the nearby Terra cotta
Warriors and Horses.
Xi'an Imperial Fine Arts center: Xi'an Imperial Fine Arts mainly manufactures jade carvings and lacquer ware.
Tourists can learn how the fine Chinese jade carved and the function of jade.
Tel: 029-85515419
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Day 5
Destination: Xian to Beijing
Travel: Flight No. TBA (Economy class)
Services & Highlights: Shaanxi History Museum, Xian City
Wall with Bicycle, Hotel to airport Transfer (Xian)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Most clients find this allowance
more than adequate
Yue Zhen Xuan Restaurant (Hanguang Branch): Yue Zhen
Xuan Restaurant is located near the Hanguang Gate of Xi'an City Wall and has a capacity of 200 people. This
restaurant features for Cantonese cuisine and seafood along with a great variety of refreshments. It has
become popular for its elegant environment and excellent service.
Shaanxi History Museum (1.5 hours): The history of Shaanxi is said to be the history of China, and this
museum is quite simply one of the nation's best. Four major galleries in large, Tang-style buildings house a
vast and impressive collection, beautifully displayed. Most of the item labels are in English, although some
other information on the exhibitions is not, but your guide can help here. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Xian City Wall with Bicycle (1.5 hours): The walls, ramparts, gates and watchtowers form one of the oldest and
most complete city defenses still around. Built in the 13th century on the foundations of the original Tang
Forbidden City surrounding the city centre, it is a major landmark, and the best preserved, as well as the
oldest and largest of the city defense systems in China. We operate this with bicycle. If the weather is not good
for biking on the city wall, we will substitute a visit to the Bell Tower. Your guide will be very glad to take you
the Bell Tower after you have been to look at the city wall.
2. Featured Hotels and Price Details (Our Net Rates for Travel Agency, Per Person in US$):
Note:
a. Prices are valid between December 1st, 2013–November 30th, 2014, but may vary according to
your travel time and tour availability (e.g.: Internal Labor Day: May 1 st -5th; Chinese National
Holiday periods: Sep 30th to Oct 7th). Contact us to save more.
b. Low Season are from Dec. 1 to March, 31; Shoulder Season are from June 1 to Aug. 31; and
High Season are from April 1 to May 31 and Sep. 1 to Nov. 30.
Travel in Party of
Low Season
Superior Class
Deluxe Class
Tourist Class
1 Persons
USD1250
USD1147
USD1113
2-5 Persons
USD1051
USD948
USD914
6-9 Persons
USD943
USD841
USD806
Over 10
USD889
USD787
USD752
Single room
supplement
USD262
USD160
USD125
1 Persons
USD1296
USD1214
USD1158
2-5 Persons
USD1089
USD1007
USD951
6-9 Persons
USD978
USD896
USD840
Over 10
USD922
USD840
USD773
Single room
supplement
USD277
USD194
USD139
1 Persons
USD1357
USD1239
USD1172
2-5 Persons
USD1149
USD1032
USD964
6-9 Persons
USD1039
USD921
USD854
Over 10
USD983
USD865
USD798
Single room
supplement
USD337
USD219
USD152
Beijing
Crowne Plaza Hotel Beijing
Chaoyang U-Town
Sunworld Hotel
Beijing
King Parkview
Hotel Beijing
Xian
Sofitel on Renmin Square
Xian
Grand Noble
Hotel
Xian Skytel Hotel
Shoulder
Season
High Season
3. Price Includes
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Entrance fees:
To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
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Meals:
All meals as specified in the itinerary.
If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from
our list of approved restaurants. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We endeavor to ensure
that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts is supplied, however there may be occasions when
only a Chinese breakfast is available in some remote locations.
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Private Transfers:
Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Beijing, Xian by private air
conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
Your comfort is our priority! Click here to get a description of the vehicles that we use for our tours
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Luggage Transfers:
Between airports, hotels and scenic spots.
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Guide:
As outlined in the itinerary; a local English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city. Our
full day private tour packages provide a guide and van for a maximum of 8 hours.
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Hotels:
Hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with twin beds. All hotels as listed in the above
itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities
unless specified.
City
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Superior Class
Deluxe Class
Tourist Class
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Beijing Chaoyang UTown*****
Hotel: 北京朝阳悠唐皇冠假
日酒店
Beiji Tel: 010-59096688
ng Address: NO.3
Sanfengbeili, Chaoyang
District, Beijing
Address: 北京 朝阳区 三丰
北里 3 号悠唐写字楼 A 座 6
层
Sunworld Hotel Beijing****
Hotel: 北京天伦饭店有限公司天伦松鹤
大饭店分公司
Tel: 010-58168999
Fax: 010-65139095
Address: No.88 Dengshikou Street,
Dongcheng District, Beijing
Address: 北京市东城区灯市口大街 88
号
Website:
http://www.sunworldhotel.com.cn/
King Parkview Hotel
Beijing***
Hotel: 北京华育宾馆
Tel: 010-58757888
Fax: 010-58757733
Address: No.55,
Shatanhou Street,
Dongcheng Ditstrict,
Beijing
Address: 北京 东城区 沙
滩后街 55 号
Sofitel on Renmin Square
Xian*****
Hotel: 西安索菲特人民大厦
Tel: 029-87928888
Fax: 029-87927516
Address: 319 Dongxin
Xian Street, Shanxi, Xian,
China
Address: 西安新城区东新街
319 号
Website:
http://www.renminsquar
e.com.cn/
Grand Noble Hotel ****
Hotel: 西安皇城豪门酒店
Tel: 029-87690000
Fax: 029-87690008
Address: No.334 East Street, Beilin
District, Xian
Address: 西安皇城豪门酒店
Website:
http://www.gnhotel.com/en/Default
.aspx?ar=xa
Xian Skytel Hotel***
Hotel: 西安天阅酒店
Tel: 029-87632222
Fax: 029-87632188
Address: 32 South
Street, Xian, China
Address: 西安碑林区南大
街 32 号
Website:
http://www.xianskytelh
otel.com/
Airport Tax for Domestic Flights
Airport Tax and Fuel Fee for Flights if applicable.
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Service Charge & Government Taxes:
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Insurance
The insurance is China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance. Click here to learn more about the
insurance coverage and the sum insured.
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Luggage Transfers:
Between airports/cruise piers and hotels.
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Arrangements:
The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
4.
Price Excludes
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International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
We are very happy help you find the best international airfare possible. By telling your travel advisor
the dates (these may be flexible) and departure airport information, we can talk to our partners to find
the best deals. Or check our partner’s website on yourself by Clicking here. Note: International airfares
change frequently, so your earlier advice will assist that the travel advisor to get the best price.
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China Entry Visa Fees
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Excess Baggage Charges.
Passengers holding an adult fare or half fare ticket are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 20kg, for
economy class. Total weight of carryon baggage for each passenger may not exceed 5kg. The size may
not exceed 20x40x 55cm. More
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Personal Expenses:
Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities,
sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
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Meals:
Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary.
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Single Room Supplement:
Important note for those who choose to pay a single room supplement fee: The fee only covers hotel
single room supplements;
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Gratuities, Tips to Guides or Drivers
Unlike other travel agencies in China we pay the guides and drivers a base salary, and so you have no
obligation to tip. However in China guides and drivers often do expect tips. We also realize that you
might like to tip your guide or driver for their outstanding service. Those customers wishing to tip often
ask us what they should give. The usual tip would be in the region of 80 to 150 RMB per day to a guide
and half the amount to a driver; a separate offer to each is best. Of course, only tip if the service has
truly satisfied you. Hotel bell boys require a tip of about CNY10 per bag.