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16 Days Beijing-Xian-Guilin-Yangshuo-Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Shanghai

  Tour Code: CT-09B
   
 Tour Itinerary : 16 Days tour of Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Yangshuo, Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shanghai
 Departure : Daily
 Tour Summary : Besides the ancient cities like Beijing and Xian, you will visit other picturesque cities including Guilin, which is featured with mountains and waters, then you will visit the highlights of your trip in southwest of China, the tour in Kunming, Dali and Lijiang will show you an unique China with the Minority Villages, the elegant costumes, the ancient Dali and Lijiang Old Towns, you will not only see the beautiful scenery but also know more about how minority played a role in the ancient Chinese Empire.

Detailed Itinerary of This Tour Package

Day 1

Arrival in Beijing  
Meet our guide upon arrival and airport to hotel transfer. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Accommodation : Xuanwumen Hotel, Beijing (Yue Xiu Hotel, Beijing)

Day 2

Beijing  
Today you will begin to explore the capital of China, Beijing, and also today's tour will be the highlight of your trip, first, you will visit the grand Tiananmen Square, where the square is flanked by The Great Hall of the People (west), The Museum of the Chinese Revolution and The Museum of Chinese History (east). Chairman Mao's mausoleum and Qianmen (Front Gate) sit in the south of the square. Then move to the majestic Forbidden City, which was the place where the emperors of Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) Dynasties lived and carried out their administration. After lunch, pay a visit to the China's largest extant sacrificial temple, Temple of Heaven. (B+L)

Day 3

Beijing
Today is free for you to enjoy your holiday, while the hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided. You are suggested to pay a visit to the Olympic Stadium, nicknamed Birds' Nest and the National Swimming Centre, also known as the Water Cube, or you may experience the traditional lifestyle in Hutong area by rickshaws, or you may go shopping at Wangfujing Street. (B)

Day 4

Beijing-Xian  
Today's excursion takes you to conquer the famed Badaling Great Wall. The Great Wall, zigzagging over 6,000 kilometers from east to west along the undulating mountains, and said to be visible from the moon, was built to hold off tribal invaders from the north. After lunch, reach Ming Tombs through Sacred Way, in Ming Tombs the 13 emperors of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) were buried. After dinner, transfer you to the railway station and take an overnight soft-sleeper train to Xian. (B+L+D)  
Accommodation : Soft-sleeper Train

Day 5

Xian  
Meet our guide upon arrival at the railway station and transfer you to the hotel. After breakfast at the hotel, you will begin to explore the ancient Xian. First you will visit the symbol of the city, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, after lunch, transfer you to visit the world eighth wonder-Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses with the Bronze Chariot and the Circle Vision Movie. (B+L) 
Accommodation : City Hotel, Xian

Day 6

Xian-Guilin  
Today is free for you to enjoy your holiday, while the hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided. You are suggested to visit Shaanxi History Museum, which is the showcase of Chinese history and culture, and the well-preserved Xian City Wall, or you may visit the Bell and Drum Tower on your own, and the Muslim Food Street is also a recommended place to taste the local snacks. Please take the shuttle bus to the airport by yourself and board a flight to Guilin on your own. Meet our guide upon arrival and airport to hotel transfer. (B)
   
Accommodation  Hotel Universal, Guilin  
Accommodation : Hotel Universal, Guilin

Day 7

Guilin-Yangshuo-Guilin  
Today's tour will be the highlight in Guilin. Our guide will meet you at the hotel and drive about 40 minutes to the Zhujiang Pier to board the Li River cruise, you will create an unforgettable experience as you cruise along (about 4.5 hours) the tranquil Li River to Yangshuo County. Upon your arrival in Yangshuo, you will start a short but interesting bicycle tour around the countryside, and on the way, you will have a local family visit to get more idea of the local's daily life. Drive back to Guilin and stay overnight. (B+L)

Day 8

Guilin  
Today is free for you to enjoy your holiday in Guilin, while the hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided. You are suggested to visit Reed Flute Cave, which is a majestic fairyland of karst caves with landscape and rural scenery, the symbol of Guilin, Elephant Trunk Hill and Seven Star Park. (B)  

Day 9

Guilin-Kunming  
Please take the shuttle bus to the airport by yourself and take a flight to Kunming on your own. Meet our guide upon arrival and transfer you to the hotel. After a short refreshment, visit the Western Hill by cable car up to the spot Dragon Gate on the hill. (B+L)
Accommodation : Kunming Jinjiang Hotel

Day 10

Kunming-Dali  
Today's excursion takes you to the highlight of Kunming. Drive about 80 miles southeast of Kunming, pay a visit to the 'World Karst Landscape Museum', Stone Forest, where you will marvel at its natural stone masterpieces and be bewitched by the intricate formations, then move to the Golden Palace. Transfer to the airport and take a flight to Dali. Meet our guide upon arrival and transfer you to the hotel. (B+L)
 
Accommodation  Landscape Hotel,Dali  
Accommodation : Landscape Hotel, Dali

Day 11

Dali  
Today you will begin to explore Dali. Visit the Erhai Lake Park, and a symbol of the history of Dali City as well as the record of the development of Buddhism in the area, Three Pagodas, where is the best scenic location at the foot of Mt. Cangshan Mountain, and then see the South Gate of the Dali ancient town. You will have some free time at the Foreigner Street. (B+L)  

Day 12

Dali-Lijiang  
Today you will be transferred to Lijiang. On the way, pay a visit to a local market, the traditional tie-dying in Zhoucheng and the featured Yan's Compound of Bai Minority in Xizhou. After lunch at a notable restaurant, head for Black Dragon Pool, which is a well-known scenic attraction with ancient temples, pools, greaty veriety of species. (B+L)
 
Accommodation  Grand Hotel,Lijiang  
Accommodation : Grand Hotel, Lijiang

Day 13

Lijiang

Today will be the highlight of your tour in Lijiang. Drive to the sanctuary for rare animals and wild plants, the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, where you will see the wild Dry Sea, clear White Water River and take cable car to Spruce Plateau which is the best place to appreciate the marvelous scenery of the Mountain. On the way back to downtown Lijiang, pay a visit to Rock Joseph's Former Residence in Yuhu Village and Baisha Murals in Baisha Village. (B+L)

Day 14

Lijiang-Shanghai  
Morning is left for you to enjoy your free time in Lijiang Old Town. Strolling along the street of the Ancient Town of Lijiang, you could taste colorful ethnic culture and customs, unrivalled buildings and the breathtaking natural scenery. Please arrange your own transportation to the airport and take a flight to Shanghai on your own before the flight schedule in the afternoon. Meet our guide upon arrival and transfer you to the hotel. (B)
Accommodation : Hengsheng Peninsula Int`L Hotel

Day 15

Shanghai  
Today's tour will take you to explore this modern city, commence the visit to the impressive Shanghai Museum, Jews Site and the elegant Yu Garden, which is a 400 year old classical Chinese garden in the Old Town of Shanghai, not far from the Bund, Shanghai Old Street and the surrounding local bazaars. (B+L)

Day 16

Departure from Shanghai  
Please arrange your own transportation to the airport and take your homeward flight by yourself. Our service ends here. (B)
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Season DivisionValidityOccupancy Type2-5 Travelers6-9 Travelers10 Travelers & above
High Season 2010-03-01 to 2010-11-30 Twin OccupancyUSD2441/CNY16536USD2101/CNY14228USD1794/CNY12153
Single OccupancyUSD2846/CNY19281USD2506/CNY16973USD2173/CNY14718
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