Giant China
Visiting: China, Hong KongCode: GCCO
Tour price from USD 2445.00 for 25 days - Land Only
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Visiting: China, Hong Kong
In 210BC when the first Emperor of China died, he had every man working on the Terracotta Army buried alive to keep him company. But he also unified China and standardised writing.
Giant China
So, not a total monster.(Was China Odyssey)
Day
Hong Kong
Practice your chopstick skills, and see how many Hong Kong favourites you can devour: congee, mango pancakes, siu yuk (five layer roast pork) and stinky tofu for the brave ones. Day 1 Arrive early if possible - there's plenty to see in Hong Kong Pre-departure briefing with your tour guide in the early eveningPerhaps take in the spectacular Sound and Light Show on the skyscrapers of Hong Kong Island Day 2 Head to Guangzhou (Canton) on a hydrofoil journey Take in the views whilst sailing out of Hong Kong's Victoria HarbourBoard an overnight six-berth hard-sleeper class train bound for GuilinDay
Yangshuo
Stu says it best: “If you’re a bit homesick, head to West Street where you can get burritos, steak and Vegemite sandwiches." Explore the Yangshuo region on bicycle and by foot - a photographer's paradise Hire bikes for half a day and ride past the limestone outcrops that jut up from the surrounding paddy fieldsStop in the villages and mingle with the locals Hike up the famous Moon Hill and view the surrounding countryside Plenty of free time to relax in the many cafes and restaurants that line Xi Jie (West Street), or shop for a bargain in the marketplaceCatch the overnight train for WuhanDay
Yangtze River Cruise
Cruise down Asia’s longest river on a local boat with viewing platform, bar, shop and dining room. Oh, and there's karaoke but please, no Celine Dion.Day 6 Travel to Yichang - the gateway city to the massive Three Gorges DamTake a stroll along the banks of the Yangtze River and watch the sunset with the localsDays 7-9Embark on a riverboat tripBe surrounded by sheer cliff faces one minute and passing a thriving city or a deserted town the nextMake the most of the boat's viewing platform, bar, shop and dining room Perhaps take one of the several on-shore excursionsDismebark at Fengdu and drive to the bustling and hilly city of Chongqing and enjoy free time to exploreDay
Chengdu
See a couple of China's biggest attractions. Literally. At 71m Dafo is the world’s largest statue of Buddha. Then it’s off to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. Travel to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan, a province famous for its spicy food For dinner, why not try the local delicacy - Sichuan hotpotVisit Leshan, situated on the shores of the Min Rive, on a day trip View the Giant Buddha (Dafo), located at the convergence of the Dadu and Min rivers Drive out to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base and seize a rare chance to glimpse this cute and cuddly icon Board a sleeper train bound for XianDay
Xian - Terracotta Warriors
It’s said there are 7000 warriors at the site, but only about around 1800 have been excavated. Each warrior is different; look out for features like moustaches, hair, smiles, frowns and sneaky sideways glances. Arrive in Xian, the capital of Shaanxi province Explore the awesome army of Terracotta WarriorsEnjoy free time to wander around this historical cityPerhaps swing by the Muslim Quarter - a fascinating place to visit Why not cycle along the top of the ancient city walls or climb the Bell TowerEmbark on the sleeper train to BeijingDay
Beijing - Great Wall
We've managed to find a section of the wall that's still relatively undiscovered. Stay in the thick of Beijing’s action at our hotel with rooftop bar and view of Tiananmen Square. Explore many of Beijing's main attractions After entering through an archway beyond Tiananmen Gate, spend the morning exploring The Forbidden City Take a walk along the Great WallSurvey the spectacular surrounding countryside from the wall - the surrounding views are amazing Enjoy ample free time to explore the many other sights of Beijing, such as the Summer Palace or the Temple of HeavenDay
Suzhou
Wander the gardens and canals of Suzhou, home of silk. Try the snails, they’re a local delicacy. The (optional) sunset cruise is pretty spectacular too. Explore the canals and alleyways of Suzhou on foot Take an optional sunset cruise along the canalsDay
Shanghai
Some call it The Paris of the East. We call it Home of the World's Best Pork Bun. Don’t believe us? Head to Tai Din Fung and find out. Take a stroll along the famous river waterfront known as The Bund Visit the Yu Yuan Gardens, a fine example of a classical Ming Dynasty garden Enjoy plenty of free time to visit any of the fascinating museums or the many shopping arcades Cut loose in some of Shanghai's many bars, restaurants and nightclubsDay
Hangzhou
Change of pace today. Take a bike and explore the temples and gardens around the West Lake. It’s famous for producing some of the world’s best tea so order a pot with breakfast. Enjoy a walk down to the city's West Lake - with wonderful views and relaxing gardens Perhaps set off on a bike ride in free timeWhy not sample some of Hangzhou's world-famous tea in one of the many teahousesDay
Yellow Mountain
Look familiar? Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was filmed here. But don't try running along any tree-tops. Just walk or take the cable car to admire the 72 peaks of Yellow Mountain. Catch the bus to Yellow Mountain (Huangshan) Head up Yellow Mountain's eastern steps by foot or cable car for spectacular views The more adventurous can walk up the eastern steps and down the western stepsOptional visit to the Jade Gorge where the movie Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was filmedCatch a bus to Shanghai, arriving in the early afternoonDay
Shanghai
Last chance to grab a plate of your favourite xiao long bao. We also recommend finding some sheng jian bao - a final pork dumpling fix.The trip ends this morning, but Shanghai (and China) have much more to offer for those who wish to stay onWhile the information presented here details our planned itinerary, including routes taken, activities included, accommodation and meeting times, please accept that unforseen changes may occur. We are constantly on the lookout to improve our program and further enhance your experience. Naturally, we will keep you up to date with any last minute amendments to your tour.
Key: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner
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