Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Suzhou, Hangzhou tour
Discover China's imperial majesty and modern energy on an 8-day private journey through Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Wuxi, and Hangzhou.
Upon arriving in Beijing International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour guide and then transferred to hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax. ( Free Pick-up Period:...
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Upon arriving in Beijing International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour guide and then transferred to hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax. ( Free Pick-up Period: 9:00a.m.-11:30p.m.; passengers arriving adjacent within 2 hours will be picked up together; extra pick up fee: $60 / vehicle / transfer for 2-3pax ).


After breakfast, take an outside view of the National Grand Theater . Then visit Tiananmen Square -the biggest city central square in the world, the area of the square is about 44 hectares and it can accommodate 1 million people. Then explore the incredible Forbidden City with its best-preserved imperial palace complex. After lunch visit the famous Temple of Heaven . It was the Ming and Qing dynasties emperor worship, is the world's largest existing buildings of praying. Then taste the Puer tea with the tour guide.
After breakfast we will explore the Juyongguan Great Wall , one of the Seven Wonders of the World'. On the way there, visit Bona Jade Store first. After lunch, continue to take an outside view of Bird's Nest andWater Cube, which are Olympic stadiums of 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Then visit invigorant store (free foot massage). After that visit the famous pedestrian shopping area -- Wang Fu Jing Shopping Street . The snack street is a must-see, selling all the interesting snacks. You can easily find a place for your dinner here (self-charge).
Take an early flight to Shanghai Hongqiao airport (which takes off between 6:30a.m.-7:50a.m). Transfer to Suzhou after lunch. Visit Suzhou Culture and Arts Centr which is called Suzhou "Bird's Nest". Stay overnight in Suzhou.
Transfer to Wuxi after breakfast. Then visit the Couple's Retreat Garden (Ou Yuan). It is representative and outstanding among the classical gardens of Suzhou and it was added to the UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2000. After that, visit the silk factory. Then transfer to Wuxi. Visit the Xues' Garden . Later appreciate the Pearl Center and Tea Pot Factory. After dinner, check-in hotel.
After breakfast, visit the Lihu Park and Taihu Lake Scenic Area . Turtle Head Park is the city's most attractive park and the best place to admire the beauty of Taihu Lake, one of the five largest freshwater lakes in China and has been world famous for its fascinating beauty. Later appreciate the Pearl Center. Then transfer to Hangzhou. Visit Leifeng Pagoda which is a tower by the West Lake in Hangzhou which was originally constructed in the year AD 975. It has been a popular tourist attraction since being rebuilt in 2002. Stay overnight in Hangzhou.
After breakfast, take a painted boat on West Lake -the most famous attraction in Hangzhou. Enjoy Fish Wonder at Huagang Crook . Then visit Meijiawu Tea Plantation . After lunch, transfer to Shanghai. Appreciate scenery at Pudong Newly Developed Zone . Walk along the Bund , a mile-long stretch along the Huangpu River. This area is the best place to capture the western influences of the old days. Then continue to the bustling shopping district- Nanjing Road . After that, visit the jewelry store and Yangshentang. Continue to visit the City God Temple of Shanghai . Stay overnight in Shanghai.
Transfer to airport after breakfast. Tour Arrangements will be subject to local real conditions! Wish You a Happy Journey! Tour Features Tour Highlights: 1. Explore the mysterious Forbidden City, the largest and most complete imperial palace in China. 2. Visit the most holy of Beijing's imperial temples--The Temple of Heaven. 3. Walk on the famous Great Wall to feel the history associated with this almost mystical landmark. 4. Stroll in one of the four famous gardens in Suzhou--Couple's Retreat Garden (Ou Yuan). 5. Admire the beauty of West Lake by taking a short cruise on it. 6. Immerse yourself in the bustling metropolis Shanghai. Local Delicacies: 1. Wuxi/Spareribs Sauce, Qian-long Feast 2. Hangzhou/Dongpo Pork, Beggars' Chicken 3. Suzhou/Snack Feast 4. Shanghai/Steamed Dumplings Deluxe
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Tips for tour guides and drivers (included) | Personal expenses of laundry, drinks telephone, etc. |
| All transfer and city transportation | Insurance coverage of personal loss, illness |
| Entrance fees as listed | |
| Meals listed as B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner | |
| Local English speaking tour guide | |
| Deluxe hotels as listed ( Double Occupancy or Single Occupancy ) with daily breakfast | |
| Beijing Shanghai flight (economic class) |
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