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 who require their own room 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, thus avoiding the single person supplement.
Our 16 June 2012 departure is a special Dragon Boat Festival tour with extra touring arrangements. Please visit our family and Special Interest tours in China for further details.
2013 |
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| 01 JUN - 09 JUN |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 15 JUN - 23 JUN |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 29 JUN - 07 JUL |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 13 JUL - 21 JUL |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 27 JUL - 04 AUG |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 10 AUG - 18 AUG |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 24 AUG - 01 SEP |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 07 SEP - 15 SEP |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 21 SEP - 29 SEP |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 05 OCT - 13 OCT |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 19 OCT - 27 OCT |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 02 NOV - 10 NOV |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 16 NOV - 24 NOV |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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2014 |
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| 08 MAR - 16 MAR |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 22 MAR - 30 MAR |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 05 APR - 13 APR |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 19 APR - 27 APR |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 03 MAY - 11 MAY |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 17 MAY - 25 MAY |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 31 MAY - 08 JUN |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 14 JUN - 22 JUN |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 28 JUN - 06 JUL |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 12 JUL - 20 JUL |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 26 JUL - 03 AUG |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 09 AUG - 17 AUG |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 23 AUG - 31 AUG |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 06 SEP - 14 SEP |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 20 SEP - 28 SEP |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 04 OCT - 12 OCT |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 18 OCT - 26 OCT |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 01 NOV - 09 NOV |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| 15 NOV - 23 NOV |
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USD $1,689 |
USD $459 |
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| Private Tour Supplement |
USD $700 |
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| Beijing - Pre-tour accommodation |
USD $55 |
USD $54 |
| Shanghai - Post-tour accommodation |
USD $55 |
USD $54 |
Great Wall & Warriors - 9 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.
| An eclectic mix of excursions for foodies and culture lovers alike, 'The Special Board' aims to uncover local secrets which would normally slip under the radar. Visiting night markets, tea markets, famous dumpling restaurants, and the hippest blues and jazz bar in Shanghai. A truly different Chinese experience. |
| The Tang Dynasty Show is a performance of Changâan 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! |
| Join us on an excursion to see China's beloved mascot - the Giant Panda, at the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Centre, located at the foot of the Qingling Mountain range in Louguantai Forest Park north west of Xiâan. Originally established as Louguantai wild animal breeding and protection centre, it was the first dedicated crested ibis breeding centre in China. Later it became a shelter for ill or injured Giant Pandas in the region. |
| At the crossroads between East and West, Hong Kong is one of the most exciting cities in the world. Hong Kong has good museums, numerous markets, great seafood, restaurants, bars and nightlife. Jump aboard the comfortable overnight sleeper train from Shanghai direct to Kowloon in central Hong Kong. |
| Nanjing, capital of imperial China under the early Ming dynasty, offers an fascinating mix of imperial and revolutionary history. Famed for itâs City Wall (one of the worlds longest), Nanjing has mant sites of interest including the Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the great pioneer of the Chinese Revolution, the ruins of the Ming Palace, the Tomb of Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Ming Emperor and the Yangtze River Bridge.
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| Kunming, an ancient cultural city and home to many of Chinaâs ethnic minorities, is the capital of the beautiful Yunnan Province. Kunming, known as the âCity of Perpetual Springâ, is surrounded by gorgeous mountain scenery including the unique Stone Forest - a unique 270 million year old limestone karst formation of bundled rocky grey outcrops, resembling a petrified forest. |
| Considered the most beautiful mountain in China, Yellow Mountain or Huangshan is one of a range of 72 peaks in Anhui Province. Set amidst rural landscapes and with itâs slopes clad in pine, the ethereal scenery is nothing short of breathtaking.
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Experiences
If you are interesting in trips with similar experiences to this one, then check out some of the ones we've listed below.
| Shop til you drop and experience a myriad of different sights, sounds and souvenirs in bustling bazaars around the world. Soak up the atmosphere in the souks of Marrakech, barter for bargains at the ginormous Grand Bazaar in Istanbul or lose yourself in Beijing's Silk Alley Markets. Visit the old covered market in Damascus or get some great souvenirs in Otavalo the handicraft market in Ecuador. |
| 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 Huangdiâs 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 youâre a top gun at NASA, perhaps youâll 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. |
Highlights & Inclusions
Below is a list of key highlights and what is included on this tour. Further, where appropriate, we have listed the items that are not included in the tour 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
- XI'AN - UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, Clay warrior workshop, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall and bike ride.
- SUZHOU - UNESCO listed gardens, Grand Canal and waterways, Silk factory, Humble Administratorâs Garden
| - BADALING - UNESCO listed Great Wall of China
- SHANGHAI - Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jade Buddha Temple, The Bund and Old Shanghai, Yuyuan Garden, Huangpu River skyline of Pudong City
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What's Included
- 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners including a Peking Duck dinner.
- 2 overnight trains (soft sleeper cabin)
- Chinese acrobatic performance
- Xiâan - bike ride on medieval City Wall
- Suzhou - historic Grand Canal cruise
- Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 9
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles
| - 6 nights 3 - 4 star hotels
- Touring of Beijing, Badaling, Xi'an, Shanghai and Suzhou
- Rickshaw ride through Beijings' Hutongs
- Shanghai - Huangpu River cruise
- Tour Guide escorted for groups of 6 or more
- English speaking specialist guides at local sights
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What's Not Included
- International flights and visa
- Entrance Fees: $100 USD
| - Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$3 - 5 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
- Tipping Kitty: $55 USD

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Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.
The Rainbow is a contemporary hotel accented by the colours of traditional Chinese folk art culture. The spacious guestrooms display character of the Ming and Qing dynasties with beautiful wooden furniture whilst providing modern amenities fit for international travellers. The hotel also has a restaurant, cafe and bar.
Our Rating : Standard —
Local Rating: 3 Star Hotel
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Wan Nian Grand Hotel - Xi'an
The Wan Nian Grand is a comfortable, friendly hotel with light, good sized rooms. Elegantly decorated, the rooms also boast modern amenities and the hotel has a wealth of facilities including an indoor pool and sauna house, a cafe and bar, and well-equipped business centre.
Our Rating : Superior —
Local Rating: 4 Star Hotel
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Shanghai Paradise Hotel - Shanghai
The Paradise is a smart, modern hotel with comfortable and good-sized rooms with internet access. Facilities include elegant restaurants serving Shanghai cuisine and French food, a well-equipped business centre and fitness centre.
Our Rating : Superior —
Local Rating: 4 Star Hotel
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