China: Cultural Sites & Epic Cities

China: Cultural Sites & Epic Cities

• Trip code: 480X017
• Dauer: 7
• Stil: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Short and sweet, but doesn't miss a beat. Embark on an eight-day whirlwind tour through three of China's greatest destinations: Beijing, Xi'an, and Chengdu. Wander through Tian'anmen Square and climb Jinshan Park for a bird's-eye view of the Forbidden City. Walk along the historic Great Wall, and bring a picnic lunch to chow down beside this world wonder. With free time in futuristic Beijing and visits to ancient marvels like the Terracotta Warriors, experience the best of China in just over a week.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nights), overnight sleeper train (1 night)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noice-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 18, avg 15

Highlights

Explore some of China's most famous cities with your CEO and on your own, Spend a day at one of the wonders of the world: the Great Wall of China, Visit the mysterious and remarkable Terracotta Warriors

Introduction

Short and sweet, but doesn't miss a beat. Embark on an eight-day whirlwind tour through three of China's greatest destinations: Beijing, Xi'an, and Chengdu. Wander through Tian'anmen Square and climb Jinshan Park for a bird's-eye view of the Forbidden City. Walk along the historic Great Wall, and bring a picnic lunch to chow down beside this world wonder. With free time in futuristic Beijing and visits to ancient marvels like the Terracotta Warriors, experience the best of China in just over a week

Meals Included

Keine inbegriffene Mahlzeiten

Meal Budget

Plane USD185-240 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Beijing
- Besuch der Verbotenen Stadt
- Besuch im Himmelstempel
- Besuch des Lamatempels (25CNY pro Person)

Mutianyu
- Seilbahn auf der Großen Mauer (100-140CNY pro Person)
- Toboggan at Great Wall (100-140CNY pro Person)

Xi'an
- Radtour auf der Stadtmauer von Xi'an (45-45CNY pro Person)

Chengdu
- Riesenpanda-Aufzuchtstation (58CNY pro Person)

Start / Finish

Beijing nach Chengdu

Transport

Bullet train, overnight train, metro, public bus, private vehicle, walking

What's Included

Dein First-Night-Out-Moment: Begegne neuen Freunden
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Big-Night-Out-Moment: Chengdu. Tiananmen Square tour. Jingshan Park visit. Orientation walk in Beijing. Included visit to the Great Wall of China. Visit the Terracotta Warriors. Tour the Xi'An Muslim Quarter tour. Orientation walk in Xi'an. Tianfu Square visit. Orientation walk in Chengdu

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age 18+

The minimum age for this trip is 18 years

Itinerary

Day 1 Beijing

Welcome to China! Arrive at anytime. Then join your CEO and group in the evening for a Welcome Meeting and an Orientation Walk of Beijing. Tonight's your First Night Out so get to know your group under the bright Beijing lights

Day 2 Beijing

Hop on local transportation and visit some of Beijing's top tourist spots. Take a CEO led tour of the symbolic centre of Chinese power, Tiananmen Square. See the Forbidden City from a birds eye view at Jingshan Park and wander through the picturesque Hutong alleyways

Day 3 Beijing/Xi’an

This morning, travel to the legendary Great Wall of China. Together we'll hike about 5 kilometers of this 6000 km masterpiece. Opt to ride the cable car, chairlift or even ride the toboggan down. After a full day at the Wall, we'll return to Beijing where we'll board an overnight train to Xi'an

Day 4 Xi’an

Wake up this morning as you pull into the historical city of Xi'An, the entrance to the Silk Road. After an orientation walk, hop on a public bus with your CEO to take a tour of the mysterious Terracotta Warriors. In the evening, return to the city for an evening stroll through the Muslim Quarter

Day 5 Xi’an/Chengdu

This morning, enjoy some free time in the city of Xi'an before heading to our next destination. Opt to visit the ancient City Wall or take a cycling tour on top of it. Then head to train station to take the bullet train to Chengdu. Join your CEO for an orientation walk of the city before heading out for your Big Night Out! Grab a beer or plum juice for yourself and enjoy it under the bright lights of Chengdu alongside your crew

Day 6 Chengdu

After your Big Night Out, choose to take this morning slow or get ready to see all that Chengdu has to offer. Opt to visit the Giant Panda Breeding Center and learn about this amazing, but endangered, species. In the afternoon, with your group and CEO, visit Chengdu's more popular spots, like Tianfu Square, People's Park and Kuanzhaixiang

Day 7 Chengdu

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Beijing

Day 2 Beijing

Forbidden City: Please note that visiting the Forbidden City is not included in the tour. We do not have time to visit on this tour. If you wish to visit, please do so before the trip.

Day 3 Beijing/Xi’an

Lunch will be on your own at the Great Wall. There are options at the foot of the wall, but you can also bring your own lunch if you wish to spend more time on the wall.

Day 4 Xi’an

Day 5 Xi’an/Chengdu

Day 6 Chengdu

Day 7 Chengdu