Prices & Departure Dates
Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price. If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same sex on your tour, this can be arranged provided there is another single traveller booked on the tour date of your choosing.
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| Beijing - Pre-tour accommodation |
USD $79 |
USD $60 |
| Beijing - Post-tour accommodation |
USD $79 |
USD $60 |
A Chinese New Year - 11 days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!
Bolt-ons
Make the most of your time away! Listed below are the optional activities that are available on this trip. Please note that you will need to book these prior to travel as we cannot always guarantee availability of these activities once you are on holiday.
| Datong is an ancient cultural city dating back more than 2,000 years, the region’s biggest attraction is the UNESCO-listed Yungang Caves. Built more than 1,500 years ago, the 53 caves are a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist art comprising a fine collection of carved-sandstone Buddhist figures. The ‘Hanging Temple’ also located outside of Datong was constructed some 1,500 years on a precipitous rockface. Literally hugging the cliff, the temple is a total spectacle.
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| The Tang Dynasty Show is a performance of Chang’an music and dance that originated during the time of the illustrious Tang Dynasty. Colourfully choreographed according to various historical records of the ancient arts with a host of singing, dancing and musical instrument playing performers, coupled with simple backdrops and props, this is entertainment that was once fit for a Tang emperor! |
Experiences
If you are interesting in trips with similar experiences to this one, then check out some of the ones we've listed below.
| Want to see how the other half live? Then take a look at our selection of tours that visit all the best palaces and forts around the world. Many of the wonderfully ornate edifices that we visit are now historical museums and sites of interest allowing you to have a good old look around. And when you've had your fill of sightseeing, it's time to live like a king and stay in one of the many hotels that have been converted from a palace or fort! |
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| The discovery of despotic Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi’s army of 2,200-year-old terracotta warriors occurred in 1974 when local farmers digging a well stumbled upon the site. Qin (a man heavily pre-occupied by death and his legacy) enlisted 700,000 people over some 36 years to create his tomb and had the warriors made in order to be buried near him to protect him in the afterlife. His burial complex is also said to contain 48 tombs for his concubines who were buried alive with the emperor upon his death, a fate also reserved for workers, to prevent the location and design of the tomb from becoming public knowledge. |
| Some say it can be seen from space, but unless you’re a top gun at NASA, perhaps you’ll never know. Instead, experience the real deal. One of the Seven Wonders of the World and an enduring symbol of Chinese civilisation and genius, the UNESCO protected Great Wall of China was built as a defensive structure to protect China against marauding invaders from the north. |
What You See and What You Get
We have listed below the key highlights on this trip as well as all the things that are included. Additionally, where appropriate, we have listed the items thar are not included the trip price.
Trip Highlights
- Beijing - Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, UNESCO - listed Emperor's Summer Palace, Silk Alley markets, Cloisonne Factory, Hutong area of Beijing, Chinese Acrobatic Show
- Luoyang – UNESCO - listed Longman Caves and stone carvings, White Horse Buddhist Temple, Peony Square activities
- Harbin – Harbin Ice Lantern Festival, Harbin Snow and Ice World, Zhoalin Park and Sun Island Park
| - Badaling - UNESCO - listed Great Wall of China
- Xi’an - UNESCO - listed Terracotta Warriors, Clay warrior workshop, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall and bike ride, Muslim Quarter, Great Mosque and market.
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What's Included
- Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 4 dinners including a Traditional Chinese meal in Beijing
- 2 overnight trains - Beijing - Luoyang, Harbin - Beijing (soft sleeper cabin)
- Rickshaw ride through Beijing's Hutongs
- Economy class flight - Xi’an – Harbin
- Tour leader escorted for groups of 6 or more
- All relevant transfers and transportation
| - 2 nights 5 star hotel in Harbin, 6 nights 3-4 star hotels
- Chinese acrobatic performance and Beijing market walk
- Xi’an - bike ride on medieval City Wall
- Touring of Beijing, Luoyang, Xi'an and Harbin
- English speaking specialist guides at local sights
- Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 11
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What's Not Included
- International flights and visa
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- Tipping Kitty: $55 USD

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- Entrance Fees: $110 USD
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Postcards
Here's what some of our past travellers have written in to us and said about their experiences on this trip.
Tim-
Back in OZ now, what an incredible trip!
Certainly the coldest New Year I've ever experience especially coming from Brisbane!
The Harbin festival rocks and every one should experience it at least once. Thanks for such an awesome Chinese New Year!
Cheers,
Mark
Mark Ellingham, Dec 2009
Richard was an excellent guide throughout the trip. His knowledge of the various sites, cities, hotels etc. was exceptional! He was incredibly friendly and helpful and made the trip stress-free and most enjoyable.
Feng was very funny and charming and his guiding around the sites in Beijing was excellent. Jeff in Luoyang was incredibly passionate about his city and was an amazing guide.
Overall the trip was excellent. The itinerary was very good - I would love to spend more time in Luoyang - it is a great city.
I'm really pleased I had an opportunity to visit Harbin - unique experience.
Great staff, wonderfull country, brilliant trip!
Thank you!
Murray Waugh, Dec 2009
I thought spending Christmas day the the Great Wall was brilliant but the most extraordinary sight had to be the ice sculptures at the Harbin Festival. I could have filmed for hours - it's phenomenal right down to the last detail. Well worth seeing and an experience I will dine out on for years!
Dan
Daniel Rossiter, Dec 2009
From start to finish we have been looked after very well. Our tour guide made sure we had a fun and safe time.
China is a fabulous place to visit. I felt able to enjoy its full potential during winter which I couldn't have been able to do if I had organized the tour myself.The pace of our tour was just perfect, I never felt rushed and we had something amazing to do every day!
Big thanks to On the Go!
Joanna, Dec 2009
Hi
I just wanted to let you know how fantastic the Chinese New Year holiday was
that I undertook 22nd Dec - 2nd Jan. Words cannot describe what an awesome
experience the whole holiday was. I think the highlight was walking the
Great Wall on Christmas Day followed by the spectacular visit to Harbin Ice
Festival on New Years Eve.
I would definately look to book again with your company and am interested in
the Golden triangle and Goa trip for later in 2009.
With kind regards
Karen, Dec 2008