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Epic China history, culture & nature tour

Round trip

£ 3,499.00 -43%

price from £ 1,999.00 per person

total price from £ 3,998.00
price based on: 2 adults

Discover China's history and nature on an unforgettable tour across Beijing, X'ian & the Guilin Mountains, including breakfast, all transport and more

Days 1-2: UK - Beijing, China

You'll fly from the UK to Beijing, the magnificent capital of China. After arriving, your transfer will take you to your hotel.

Days 3-5: Beijing

The next few days are dedicated to immersing yourself in all that Beijing has to offer, and as a city packed with culture and history, there's no end of fascinating sights to discover.

On day 3, head on an exciting excursion. Journey through the scenic countryside to the awe-inspiring Juyongguan, the best-preserved section of the Great Wall. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, once visible from space, stands as a testament to China's past. Delve deeper into history with a stop at a captivating Jade exhibition before arriving at the Wall, where you'll learn about its fascinating past on a guided tour or walk along its ancient ramparts. On your return to Beijing, be dazzled by the architectural feats of the Bird's Nest Stadium and Water Cube Aquatics Centre within the Olympic Park.

On day 4, there's more must-sees to enjoy. Start with Tiananmen Square, the vast heart of the city, before stepping into the Forbidden City, a sprawling palace complex that housed emperors for centuries. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a dazzling display of traditional Chinese design and architecture. Then visit a traditional Chinese Medicine Centre, learning about this ancient practice used for generations. Next, head back to the hotel and relax or explore at your leisure. Why not head on a tour of the Summer Palace, followed by a delicious Beijing-style dinner?

The following day craft your own Beijing adventure. Feeling adventurous? Join an optional excursion to the UNESCO Temple of Heaven, and delve into the Hutong district, a labyrinthine network of traditional alleyways brimming with local charm.

Days 6-8: Beijing - X'ian

Travel in speed and style on day 6 as you take the bullet train to X'ian, before visiting the visit the South Gate Old City Wall, part of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world. Later in the evening, enjoy an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine with a dumpling banquet for dinner.

There's another historic wonder in store on day 7, as you'll visit the 8,000 sculpted terracotta soldiers that were buried alongside Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, at the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Intricate and unique, each figure is a work of art. Step further back in time as you try your hand at the art of Chinese calligraphy at the Yanyuan Art Museum, before some retail therapy in the bustling Muslim Quarter. Unwind at the hotel in the evening, or delight yourself with the sounds and colours of an optional Tang Dynasty Show, packed with vibrant music and dance.

You'll have more time to explore X'ian at your own speed on day 8, where you can dip into the fantastic local food scene at a street food market, or take an optional excursion to Mt. Hushan via cable car, one of China’s Five Sacred Taoist Mountains, with a hiking trail that spans 15 kilometres.

Day 9: Xi’an - Guilin - Yangshuo

After so much history, it's time to experience China's diverse natural beauty today, with a flight to Guilin, famed for its karsts, or towering limestone hills. A scenic boat cruise on the Li River takes you on a picturesque journey to Yangshuo, where you'll see Moon Hill and the Big Banyan Tree, a momentous tree that has withstood the toughest conditions to stay standing after 1,500 years. In the evening, you can enjoy an optional Liusanjie Impression Show, a charming display of light interacting with the natural scenery.

Days 10-11: Guilin

Discover more of Guilin's unique nature over the next couple of days, starting with another included excursion. Today you'll be visiting the aptly named Elephant Trunk Hill, a distinctive natural formation that curves into the river. With the following day at your leisure, it's worth exploring the landscape and serene lakes with a boat ride, or you can take an optional excursion to the impressive Longji Fields - rice terraces that have been innovatively built into the hillside itself.

Days 12-15: Guilin - Shanghai

The last leg of this epic tour brings you to one of China's brightest and busiest cities, the bustling financial hub of Shanghai. After a domestic flight to the city and a hotel transfer, you can take time to refresh yourself before you head out to explore the area with an included walking tour of Nanjing Road and the Bund. Later in the evening, the optional Huangpu River cruise is an incredible way to check out Shanghai's sparkling skyline.

The next day is packed with a full-day exploration of Shanghai, with included visits to the captivating Yu Garden and an authentic Silk Factory, along with the Shanghai Museum, where you can learn more about the city's past. If you want to discover even more, take an optional full-day excursion on day 14, starting with an unbelievably speedy ride on a Meglev Bullet train, before going to the Observation Deck on the 88th Floor of Jinmao Tower, and more.

With time to yourself on day 15, be sure to explore the many bustling shopping centres for souvenirs and check out the fragrant street markets for mouthwatering cuisine. For more unforgettable sights, you can also take an optional excursion to Suzhou, known as the ‘Venice of the East’, and home to the Lingering Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Day 16: Shanghai - UK

After breakfast, it's time to head to the airport for your flight home.

Included

Four nights in a Double room at Jin Jiang Fu Yuan Hotel, Beijing
Three nights in a Double room at Titan Central Park, Xi'an
One night in a Double room at Yangshuo Jasper International Hotel, Yangshuo
Two nights in a Double room at Guilin Bravo Grand Wing, Guilin
Four nights in a Double room at Harbour Plaza Metropolitan Shanghai, Shanghai
Breakfast included throughout
Two lunches and one dinner
Full-day tour of the Great Wall and Summer Palace
Full-day tour of Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City
X'ian's South Gate old city wall visit and dumpling dinner
X'ian tour and Terracotta Warriors Museum visit
Yangshuo county tour and Li River boat cruise
Tour of Guilin's elephant trunk hill and pearl factory
Short Shanghai walking tour
Full-day highlights of Shanghai tour
Flights (indirect flights; maximum 2 stops) are included from your selected airport to Beijing, China, returning from Shanghai, China
Domestic flights: Xi'an - Guilin, Guilin - Shanghai
Bullet train from Beijing to Xi'an in a second-class seat
Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicles
Visits and entrance fees with an English-speaking guide as indicated in the itinerary
Invitation letter for Chinese Visa
English-speaking guide during the whole trip
This holiday is supplied by Exoticca Travel UK Ltd and is ATOL protected (ATOL 11248)

Trip details

Travel Details

Flights (indirect flights, maximum 2 stops) are included from selected airport to Beijing, China, returning from Shanghai, China.

An 8kg hand luggage and 23kg hold luggage allowance per person is included, as well as shared transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.

From London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Newcastle, Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Edinburgh or Dublin with British Airways, Air France, KLM, Emirates, Lufthansa, China Eastern Airlines or similar:

Outbound from selected airport to Beijing, China:

Departing between 00.00 and 23.59, arriving between 06.00 and 23.59 (the following day)

Inbound from Shanghai, China to selected airport:

Departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59

Please note that your outbound flights are overnight and your inbound flights may also be overnight, so please bear this in mind when planning the time you'll be away. The date you select as your check-in date will be the day you'll fly out from the UK, and you'll arrive in Beijing, China the following day to commence your 14-night holiday. The check-out date will be the day that you'll board your inbound flight back to the UK. Since your inbound flight could also be overnight, you'll be away for a total of 15 or 16 nights.

Excluded

Mandatory tips of $60 USD in cash per person are not included in the price and must be paid at the destination. These are the only mandatory tips you will be required to pay during this tour and will be covering the guide tips during the whole tour.

Additional Information

Conditions	Your booking is a direct contract between you and our trusted partner for the provision of your booking. Our trusted partner is liable for the proper execution of the agreement. Section 2 (individual travel services) of The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (B) and The terms and conditions of our trusted partner apply to this booking.
Passport, visa and health requirements	The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.
Estimated flight times	If your deal includes flights, the flight times shown are estimated and therefore subject to change. Please note that your preferred departure time cannot be guaranteed in every case.
Cancellation and amendments	To make changes to your planned itinerary, to upgrade, or if you have any questions about your booking, please contact the supplier directly on +442076600340 or customercare@exoticca.com. To find out more about the policy for this offer, please visit the partner's website: https://www.exoticca.com/uk
Flight confirmation disclaimer	Flight times and carriers will be confirmed by Exoticca Travel UK Ltd after you have made your booking. Within 7 days of confirming your booking with us, you’ll receive an email from the supplier, Exoticca Travel UK Ltd, with your final booking confirmation detailing the exact flight times confirmed for your specific reservation. The flight time will be within the time parameters and possible airlines detailed in this offer.
Flight times	Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises.
Travel documents	You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest
Extra flight nights	Please note that there may be an extra night on the plane or in transit
Similar accommodation	In case the above mentioned hotel is unavailable, you'll stay in a comparable hotel in the nearby surroundings. The hotels stated in the letter of invitation are not definitive; the hotels will be confirmed between 45 and 30 days before departure.
Visa requirements	In order to receive your invitation letter for your Chinese Visa (mandatory) it is important that all of your details and names are given to Exoticca exactly as they appear on your passport. Once you receive your invitation letter (approximately two months prior to departure) you will be required to make an appointment to go to the Chinese Visa Centre in person with your passport with at least 6 months validity, a passport photo, a visa application form and the invitation letter to apply for your Chinese Visa. You will also be required to make another appointment to return to the Chinese Visa Centre a second time to collect your Chinese Visa (it can be replaced for a home-delivery service with an extra fee). For more information about your nearest Chinese Visa Centre, application form and appointment reservations please see: http://www.chinese-embassy.org.uk/eng/visa/. Parallel to the embassy and consulate there are specialized China Visa service companies that can help with a more personalized service. You can find your closest centre at this website for more information: https://www.visaforchina.cn/globle/ The cost of a Chinese Visa can range from £85 to £150/person depending on possible added services, express delivery upgrades, etc. It usually takes between 4 and 7 days to get a visa approval. Please send copies of the passports of all passengers to customers@exoticca.com once you have booked your trip in order for us to process your Chinese Visa Invitation Letter.
Train travel	We cannot guarantee that you and your travel companions will be allocated seats together on the train. Some train journeys and flights can be early in the morning depending on the day's schedule.
Airport transfers	Please note that there may be a maximum waiting time for airport transfers of up to 120 minutes.
Deposit and payment	Please note that a deposit of 35% of the travel price must be paid within 48 hours of your booking; the remaining balance of 65% is due no later than 60 days before departure. The travel booking only becomes binding when you receive our travel confirmation. Please remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Itinerary changes	In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Internal flights	Documentation of the internal flights will either be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip or delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
Check in	Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Visa confirmation	Please note that it is the traveller's responsibility to follow-up and be aware of any changes in either Visa requirements or entry conditions.

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