Tour Details
  • Starts in: Beijing / Ends in: Shanghai
  • Departs: Saturdays - April to October
  • No local payment required
  • Breakfast:9, Lunch: 2, Dinner: 2
  • Hotel Rating: 3 - 4 star
  • Tour Guide: Yes
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Warriors & Dragons - 10 days

Take your little warriors on a Chinese Adventure, captivating travellers both young and old. Climb the Great Wall and explore the Forbidden City, see the ever marching terracotta army in Xi’an and China’s adorable mascot, the giant pandas before exploring the delights of Shanghai.

Day 1: Beijing
Saturday. Huan ying, welcome to China! Airport arrival transfer and hotel check in. Overnight - Beijing
Day 2: Forbidden City
Tiananmen Square is essentially the heart of Beijing. A patriotic vision of grandeur, Tiananmen Square is a square for the public and also home of the mausoleum of Chairman Mao and the striking Monument to the People’s Heroes. Perhaps one of Beijing’s most famous sights is the Gate of Heavenly Peace. Up above the gate and looking out across to all his people, is Chairman Mao.

After we take rickshaw ride through the Hutongs of Beijing. As our trusty rickshaw driver peddles us through the network of alleys and old back lanes, we gain a fascinating snapshot of the city’s traditional way of life. After a break for lunch travel to the Temple of Heaven to enjoy a few hours of kite flying. Overnight - Beijing (B, D)
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on the go tour guides in Tiananmen Square, Beijing
Day 3: The Great Wall
Today, we drive beyond Beijing to Badaling, to walk a section of the famous Great Wall. A symbol of total Chinese genius, the Great Wall is a cultural icon. At least 20 dynasties were involved in its construction. Stretching some 6700 kilometres, we walk along just a small chunk of this massive masterpiece of human endeavour.

Afterwards we enjoy lunch and visit cloisonne workshop, viewing the step-by-step process of this curious, yet quite beautiful art form. Tonight, we attend a Chinese acrobatic performance. Overnight - Beijing (B, L)
Day 4: The Summer Palace
Beijing - Xi’an. A free morning to relax or explore the city your own way. This afternoon we tour the Summer Palace, set on Kunming Lake, to view the lavishly decorated temples, halls and courts, reconstructed in 1902. It is said that the Dowager Empress Cixi liked to travel with a retinue of at least 1,000. Her arrival at the rebuilt Summer Palace in 1905 was met with the choice of two main meals consisting of some 100 dishes. We view from a distance the 2008 Olympic stadium commonly referred to as the ‘birdsnest’ and aquatic centre en route to the train station. Overnight - Sleeper Train (4 birth cabin) to Xi'an (B)
Day 5: Xi'an & Terracotta Warriors
Arrive Xi’an, hotel check in and free morning. Perhaps the find of the 20th century the Terracotta Warriors comprise more than 7,000 life-sized soldiers which stand in military formation in excavated pits under the cover of a modern protective hanger. Made of local clay, no two faces are alike. Later today we visit the Terracotta Warrior archaeological site and a workshop where warrior figurines are made. Overnight - Xi'an (B, L)
A Giant Panda in China
Day 6: Panda Refuge
Today we depart on an excursion by road to the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Centre a 2hour drive from Xi’an. The centre was the first crested ibis breeding centre in China and further became a shelter for ill or injured Giant Pandas in the region. With an estimate of only 1000 - 3000 Giant Pandas remaining on the planet, the species in one of the world’s most endangered mammals. Of the Pandas remaining in China only 239 live in captivity. The Panda’s at Shaanxi are above this number and will be released back into one of the 40 designated Panda reserves once in full health.

There are also many other rare animals including golden monkeys, black bears, leopards, giant salamanders, white lipped deer, musk deer, vulture and owl. This afternoon offers free time to explore or maybe take a dip in the heated hotel swimming pool. Overnight - Xi'an (B, D)
Day 7: Bike Ride Xi'an City Wall
Xi’an - Shanghai. Encircling Xi’an’s old city is the 15km in length and 6 metres wide medieval wall. This morning we’ll take a leisurely bicycle ride along the wall (solo or tandem). Looking down offers delightful views of the city hubbub and daily life. Afterwards we spend some time in the down town area, giving an opportunity to enjoy a western meal if you choose, before boarding our overnight sleeper train to Shanghai. Overnight - Sleeper Train (4 birth cabin) to Shanghai (B)
A veiw over the Huangpu River and Shaghai's amazing Pudong skyline
Day 8: Shanghai River Cruise
Good morning Shanghai! Perhaps China’s most modern city, its amazing Pudong skyline is stunning. Spend the morning at leisure and later this afternoon we take a coach tour of along the Bund and old Shanghai and a sunset cruise along the Huangpu River. Overnight - Shanghai (B)
Day 9: Explore Shanghai
Today offers free time to independently explore. Perhaps visit the Oriental Pearl TV tower, the Jade Buddha Temple, French Quarter or take a more interactive approach and discover Shanghai’s Science and Technology Museum with IMAX 3D, IWERKS 4D and space theatres, it’s a top spot for kids! Overnight - Shanghai (B)
Day 10: Shanghai
Monday. Our tour concludes after breakfast and onward departure transfer to the airport. (B)