9-Day Tour: China Express

USD:$1299.00

9-Day Tour: China Express

Beijing-Xi’an-Suzhou-Shanghai

Walk backwards in time along the Great Wall and stare down an army of Terracotta Warriors before leaping into the future of Shanghai’s incredible high-rise towers on this fast-paced tour of China’s highlights. With the perfect blend of guided activities and free time to explore on your own, this adventure is made for those who want to get a taste of China in a short amount of time.

Map of Beijing-Xian-Chengdu-Guilin-Hong Kong

 

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing at any time, as there are no planned activities. Your experienced English-speaking guide will pick you up at the airport then take you to the hotel by private vehicle. There's an optional welcome dinner in a local restaurant. You will have a chance to try the traditional Peking Roast Duck and some other dishes. Meanwhile you will get some instructions about the trip travelling in China. 

Day 2 Beijing (B)
The Chinese capital, Beijing, is one of the world's most impressive and vibrant cities. Today we will Visit Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City, visit the Temple of Heaven by metro and public bus. 
Optional activity: Chinese ShaoLin Kung Fu Show in the evening.

Day 3 Beijing-Xi’an (B)
In the morning, after checking out, we will take our luggage to a private vehicle, then go to visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu Section (2 hours approx.), a monumental feat of engineering intended to protect China from the northern barbarians. Then back to the city, we will visit the biggest imperial garden, the Summer Palace. On the way we will also have a short visit to see the exterior of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube (about 1 hour) - the amazing facilities built for the Beijing Olympic Games. 
In the afternoon, we will take a private bus to the railway station then board the overnight sleeper train to Xi’an (Approx. 12hrs). 

Day 4 Xi'an (B, D) 
After breakfast, we will visit one of the biggest museums in China, the Shaanxi History Museum, where you will learn about the 5000-thousand year history of China. Afterwards, we will visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. The Great Buddhist pagoda in Xi'an dates back about 1300 years to the Tang Dynasty. Built to store and translate Sanskrit Buddhist Scriptures brought back from India by a monk, it is the only tall pagoda of the historic Tang era still standing. Opt to climb up the pagoda. Then we will have a family visit to the local resident’s home. We will also have a chance to learn how to make Chinese dumplings and have our homemade dumplings for dinner. In the evening we will go to the bustling Muslim Quarter night market. 
Optional activity: Tang Dynasty music & dancing show

Day 5 Xi’an (B)
In the morning, we will visit the ancient City Walls, which encloses the heart of the modern city. Opt to cycle the ancient city walls, looking down over the life of the city. Then we will take a private vehicle and travel about 1 hour to the Terracotta Army Village, and Opt to have family meal for lunch in a local farmer’s home. After lunch we will cross time and space to the site of the Terracotta Warriors, which is also regarded as the 8th wonder of the world. The warriors were re-discovered in 1974, having been buried for over 2000 years. All face east in battle formation, complete with horses and chariots to guard the tomb of the first emperor Shi Huang Di.
In the evening, we will board an overnight sleeper train that will ease us into Suzhou the following morning. (Approx. 14 hrs)

Day 6 Suzhou
Suzhou was the capital of Wu culture 800 years ago and is one of China's leading historic cities. Developed around the Grand Canal that forged much of China's traditional north-south commerce, Suzhou is built around a series of canals inspiring the Chinese to consider it the "Venice of the East". After arriving in Suzhou, we will check in and refresh first, then we’ll take a private vehicle to visit the Lingering Garden, and then visit the Shan Tang Water Town, illuminated at night by red lanterns.

Day 7 Suzhou-Shanghai (B)
In the morning, after checking out, we will take the bullet train to Shanghai (35 mins). After arriving and checking in to the hotel, we will take an orientation walk down one of Shanghai’s most famous streets—Nanjing E Road, and then on to the Bund. There you will see all the landmarks of Shanghai: European-style 1920s architecture, the Shanghai World Financial Centre, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Opt to take a cruise along Huangpu River.

Day 8 Shanghai (B)
In the morning we will visit the Shanghai Museum, then the Yuyuan Garden - a classic garden of the south region also famous for its busy bazaar and old-style architecture. The beautiful scenery and quiet atmosphere here make it a peaceful place in a bustling city.
In the evening, we will enjoy a Chinese traditional acrobat show after having an optional farewell dinner.

Day 9 Shanghai (B)
Depart at any time. (We offer optional airport transfer)

 


Inclusions

◆ Accommodation as per itinerary

◆ Transportation as per itinerary

◆ Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

◆ Breakfast

◆ Entrance fees

◆ Professional licensed guide

◆ Transport by private vehicle and public vehicle some times


Exclusions

◆ Food and drinks, unless specified

◆ Gratuities (recommended)


Additional info

◆ A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

◆ Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

◆ Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

◆Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

◆You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler


 

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing at any time, as there are no planned activities. Your experienced English-speaking guide will pick you up at the airport then take you to the hotel by private vehicle. There's an optional welcome dinner in a local restaurant. You will have a chance to try the traditional Peking Roast Duck and some other dishes. Meanwhile you will get some instructions about the trip travelling in China. 

Day 2 Beijing (B)
The Chinese capital, Beijing, is one of the world's most impressive and vibrant cities. Today we will Visit Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City, visit the Temple of Heaven by metro and public bus. 
Optional activity: Chinese ShaoLin Kung Fu Show in the evening.

Day 3 Beijing-Xi’an (B)
In the morning, after checking out, we will take our luggage to a private vehicle, then go to visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu Section (2 hours approx.), a monumental feat of engineering intended to protect China from the northern barbarians. Then back to the city, we will visit the biggest imperial garden, the Summer Palace. On the way we will also have a short visit to see the exterior of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube (about 1 hour) - the amazing facilities built for the Beijing Olympic Games. 
In the afternoon, we will take a private bus to the railway station then board the overnight sleeper train to Xi’an (Approx. 12hrs). 

Day 4 Xi'an (B, D) 
After breakfast, we will visit one of the biggest museums in China, the Shaanxi History Museum, where you will learn about the 5000-thousand year history of China. Afterwards, we will visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. The Great Buddhist pagoda in Xi'an dates back about 1300 years to the Tang Dynasty. Built to store and translate Sanskrit Buddhist Scriptures brought back from India by a monk, it is the only tall pagoda of the historic Tang era still standing. Opt to climb up the pagoda. Then we will have a family visit to the local resident’s home. We will also have a chance to learn how to make Chinese dumplings and have our homemade dumplings for dinner. In the evening we will go to the bustling Muslim Quarter night market. 
Optional activity: Tang Dynasty music & dancing show

Day 5 Xi’an (B)
In the morning, we will visit the ancient City Walls, which encloses the heart of the modern city. Opt to cycle the ancient city walls, looking down over the life of the city. Then we will take a private vehicle and travel about 1 hour to the Terracotta Army Village, and Opt to have family meal for lunch in a local farmer’s home. After lunch we will cross time and space to the site of the Terracotta Warriors, which is also regarded as the 8th wonder of the world. The warriors were re-discovered in 1974, having been buried for over 2000 years. All face east in battle formation, complete with horses and chariots to guard the tomb of the first emperor Shi Huang Di.
In the evening, we will board an overnight sleeper train that will ease us into Suzhou the following morning. (Approx. 14 hrs)

Day 6 Suzhou
Suzhou was the capital of Wu culture 800 years ago and is one of China's leading historic cities. Developed around the Grand Canal that forged much of China's traditional north-south commerce, Suzhou is built around a series of canals inspiring the Chinese to consider it the "Venice of the East". After arriving in Suzhou, we will check in and refresh first, then we’ll take a private vehicle to visit the Lingering Garden, and then visit the Shan Tang Water Town, illuminated at night by red lanterns.

Day 7 Suzhou-Shanghai (B)
In the morning, after checking out, we will take the bullet train to Shanghai (35 mins). After arriving and checking in to the hotel, we will take an orientation walk down one of Shanghai’s most famous streets—Nanjing E Road, and then on to the Bund. There you will see all the landmarks of Shanghai: European-style 1920s architecture, the Shanghai World Financial Centre, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Opt to take a cruise along Huangpu River.

Day 8 Shanghai (B)
In the morning we will visit the Shanghai Museum, then the Yuyuan Garden - a classic garden of the south region also famous for its busy bazaar and old-style architecture. The beautiful scenery and quiet atmosphere here make it a peaceful place in a bustling city.
In the evening, we will enjoy a Chinese traditional acrobat show after having an optional farewell dinner.

Day 9 Shanghai (B)
Depart at any time. (We offer optional airport transfer)

 

Inclusions

◆ Accommodation as per itinerary

◆ Transportation as per itinerary

◆ Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

◆ Breakfast

◆ Entrance fees

◆ Professional licensed guide

◆ Transport by private vehicle and public vehicle some times


Exclusions

◆ Food and drinks, unless specified

◆ Gratuities (recommended)


Additional info

◆ A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

◆ Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

◆ Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

◆Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

◆You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler


Useful Information for Traveling in China
Payment 
Best China Experience will provide you with quote calculated in Chinese currency-CNY, as well as the equivalent quote in USD based on the current exchange rate between them. (Please note our quote in USD may change slightly due to the fluctuation of the exchange rate, though CNY quote remains the same) After confirming your itinerary with us, you will be requested to pay a deposit to secure the booking and the balance should be paid upon your arrival or at the end of your tour.
Option1: Paypal (You can sign up for a Paypal account here: https://www.paypal.com)
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1: Sign up for a Paypal account
2: Link your Paypal account to your bank account, credit card, or debit card
3: Use Paypal to pay when you checkout
4: You’re done!
Our Paypal account is guzeyu88@163.com. We require 49 USD as a booking deposit for the confirmation of the tour. More deposit may happen if you need us to book hotels, airfare, train tickets, etc. for you.

Option 2: Cash or credit card (we have Pos Machine) After confirmation, you may also choose to pay us by cash or credit card when we meet up on the first day of your tour.
For any other suggestions or requirements on the terms of payment, please feel free to contact us. We are flexible because we hope to accommodate to your every convenience!
Tipping
It is customary to tip service providers in the travel industry in Asia, depending on the service. Tipping is expected — though not compulsory — and shows an expression of satisfaction with the people who have assisted you on your tour. Recommendations for tipping drivers (4 USD per person per day as a guideline) and local guides (8 USD per person per day as a guideline) would depend on the quality and length of the service.
Train conditions in China
A soft sleeper is recommended for overnight and long-distance travel. Each soft sleeper compartment is enclosed, and contains four bunks, two on each side. The bunks are wider and more comfortable than hard sleepers, with decent bedding. Soft sleeper compartments may vary between trains. You may have both over-head storage and under-bed storage, or just under-bed storage. For short distance train travel, G and D high-speed trains are recommended. G trains are the fastest trains in China, with a speed of 250 km/h to 400 km/h, and their prices are highest.
Currency Exchange
As currency exchange rates in China fluctuate, we suggest you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com. In 2015 the yuan (CNY or RMB) has been around 6.2 RMB to 1 USD (6.1–6.3 RMB to 1 USD), and the HKD (Hong Kong Dollar) has been more stable around 7.75 HKD to 1 USD (7.74–7.77 HKD to 1 USD). There are many ATMs that accept both Visa and Master Card, but these are limited to cities. We also recommend the use of cash and travelers checks in USD currency. Major credit cards are accepted in most shops, but they may charge a 2–4% transaction fee.
Food
Eating is an important part of your China experience. Generally breakfasts are included in the itinerary and offered by hotels. Best China Experience recommends local Chinese restaurants that are popular with local people for meals. You can order dishes with the help of your guide. Western food can be found in most large cities. If you are vegetarian or you are looking for specially-prepared food, please feel free to inform your travel advisor or your guide.
Vehicle
We use comfortable sedans or vans with air-conditioning. The comfort and safety of our customers is of the utmost importance, so we ensure that all of the vehicles that we use are well maintained and always very clean. Our drivers take pride in their vehicles.

 

 

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