Wendy Wu China Delights

– Enjoy vibrant Shanghai
– Relax on a Li River Cruise
– Explore the peaceful Yangshuo countryside
– Marvel at the Grand Buddha
– Experience the spectacular Terracotta Warriors
– Walk on the Great Wall of China
– Discover the imperial treasures of Beijing

Days 1-2: Fly to Shanghai
Fly overnight to the city of Shanghai. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring
(Dinner)

Day 3-4: Discover Shanghai
 Visit the peaceful Yu Gardens and atmospheric old town before admiring the colonial architecture with a stroll along the Bund. Round off the day with a delicious meal of traditional Shanghai cuisine. The next day explore ultramodern Pudong and the arts and antiquities of the Shanghai Museum. This evening view the city from the Huangpu River on a panoramic cruise.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 5: Historic Suzhou
Renowned for its gardens, visit two of the finest, the Humble Administrator’s Garden typical of the Chinese appreciation of balance and harmony. Later, cruise on the 1,000 year old Grand Canal
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Grand Canal & Wuzhen
Transfer to the water town of Wuzhen. Spend some time exploring before continuing to the city of Hangzhou.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7: Hangzhou
This morning, explore the Temple of Inspired Seclusion. Cruise on the West Lake and enjoy views of the gardens and pagodas. Later on, look around the local markets before visiting the tea plantations of Meijiawu.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8: Reed Flute Cave
Fly to the city of Guilin, where you’ll head to the Reed Flute Cave to see it’s colourful stalagmites and stalactites. Later on, visit the South China Pearl Factory.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9: Li River Cruise
Take a relaxed cruise along the Li River to the charming village of Yangshuo. Upon arrival, spend some time wandering through streets and markets.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10: Yangshou
Start the morning with a Tai Chi class before spending the morning exploring the countryside before an afternoon at leisure. Later, return to Guilin by road.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11: Chengdu
Board the train to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. Once there, enjoy an optional performance of Sichuan opera.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 12: Grand Buddha of Leshan
Travel to Leshan to visit the Grand Buddha which, at 71 metres, is the world’s largest stone-carved Buddhist monument. A short boat trip will give excellent views from the river. Returning to Chengdu, sample a delicious Sichuan meal this evening.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 13: Chengdu Panda Reserve
Visit Chengdu’s famous reserve to see and learn about China’s celebrated bears up close in surroundings that mirror their natural habitat. Take the bullet train to Xian, the ancient former capital.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Days 14: Terracotta Warriors
Visit the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang.  Later stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th century city walls that enclose Xian’s old town. Sit down in the evening for a delicious feast of Shui Jiao dumplings followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 15: Beijing
Explore the Shuyuanmen Culture Park, a hub for arts and crafts and take a wander through the City Wall Park. Travel by train to Beiijing.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Days 16: Temple of Heaven
Relax and soak up the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban landscape. Then head to Tiananmen Square and venture into the magnificence of the Forbidden City. A Chinese acrobatic show rounds off the day.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 17: Great Wall of China
This morning is dedicated to China’s most iconic sight – the Great Wall. Take a walk on this incredible structure before visiting the Jade Museum. In the afternoon, enjoy a walk around the gardens of the Summer Palace. This evening, enjoy a dinner of Peking duck.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 18: Fly Beijing to UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Cruise on the Grand Canal
Travel along the Grand Canal through the town of Suzhou

Visit a Tea Plantation
Head to a tea plantation to learn about how the plants are cultivated and processed to produce tea.

Take a Tai Chi Class
Attend a morning class with a profession Tai Chi instructor

– Return international flights
– All Accommodation
– All meals: 16 breakfasts, 15 lunches and 16 dinners
– All transportation & transfers
– All sightseeing & entrance fees
– English speaking National Escort & local guides
– Visa fees for UK & EU passport holders

Classic

See the classic sights in the company of expert guides so you can really understand the history and culture of the destination. On our classic tours we take care of everything, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. The tours are fully inclusive with all meals and a comprehensive touring programme.

Most of our groups consist of 10 travellers or more and will be accompanied by both a National Escort and local guides. There will usually be no more than 28 travellers in each group although you may encounter other Wendy Wu tour groups while you are travelling.

This tour has a physical rating of 1. A reasonable level of fitness is required but it’s more about spending time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You’ll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps.

If you want to explore more of China or simply want more time in your destination, then you can add an extension or stop over.*

Choose from the following Extensions and Stopovers
Hong Kong Glimpses (Hong Kong)
Hong Kong in Focus (Hong Kong)
Macau (Hong Kong)
Hong Kong and Macau (Hong Kong)
Kunming & Lijiang (Kunming)
Nine Villages Valley (Chengdu)
Zhangjiajie (Zhangjiajie)
Chongqing, Dazu and Wulong (Chongqing)
Guilin and Yangshou (Guilin)
Mount Huang (Shanghai)
Lhasa (Lhasa)
Chengdu (Chengdu)
Beijing and Xi’an (Beijing)
Suzhou and Hangzhou (Shanghai)
Shanghai (Shanghai)
Guilin (Guilin)

*Available extensions and stopovers depend on your chosen airline