Wendy Wu Glories of China

Shanghai
Admire the city on a cruise along the Huangpu River

Li River Cruise
Take a relaxing journey along the Li River between Guilin and Yangshuo

Xian
Come face to face with awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors

The Great Wall
Walk along a section of this great wonder of the world.

Days 1-2: Fly to Shanghai
Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. On arrival, the rest of the day is at leisure.
(Dinner)

Day 3: Huangpu River Cruise
Start your exploration of Shanghai with a visit to the classical Yu Garden, pass though the old town and visit a silk factory. Then head to the Jin Mao tower to take in views of the skyline. Later on, view the city at night from the Huangpu river on a panoramic cruise before a dinner of Shanghainese cuisine.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 4: Explore Shanghai
Travel to Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai’s water towns and exploring it’s charming sights. Afterwards, return to Shanghai and take a stroll along the Bund and Nanjing Road
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 5: Fly to Guilin
Fly to Guilin. On arrival, visit a tea plantation to learn about China’s rich tea heritage and enjoy a tasting. Then, take a cable car up Yao Mountain to take in the views of the karst landscape.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Li River Cruise
Take a relaxed cruise along the Li River to the charming town of Yangshuo. Around every river bend is a view to take your breath away as jagged karst peaks loom over rural scenes of lush greenery, grazing buffalo and local fishermen. In the evening, there is an option to watch the Impression Liu Sanjie music and light show.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7: Yangshuo
Start your day with a Tai Chi class led by a local master before experiencing a soothing reflexology massage. Spend the rest of the morning exploring the countryside before having the afternoon at leisure.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8: Explore Guilin
Return to Guilin today, stopping en route at the Reed Flute Cave to see its colourful stalagmites and stalactites. Later, wander around Ronghu Lake and admire the Sun and Moon Pagodas.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9: Tang Dynasty Dancing
Fly to Xian and explore the Muslim Quarter, where you can gain an understanding of the city’s role as a starting point of the historic Silk Road. This evening, dine on Shui Jiao dumplings before watching a vibrant Tang Dynasty dancing performance.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10: Terracotta Warriors
Spend the morning viewing the awe-inspiring Terracotta army, followed by a visit to the workshop of the craftsman who create the warriors. Latter stroll on the 14th Century city walls that surround the old town before visiting a local brewery for a beer tasting.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11: Bullet train to Beijing
Board the bullet train to the capital. Enjoy a stroll around the hutongs and visit a local family to learn more about local customs.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 12: Great Wall of China
This morning is dedicated to Chinas most iconic sight – the Great Wall. Take a walk along a section of the wall before visiting a jade factory. In the afternoon, stroll through the surroundings of the Summer Palace before ending the day with a acrobatic show.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 13: Explore Beijing
Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of the Temple of Heaven, a tranquil retreat amidst the city’s vibrant chaos. Journey to the iconic Tiananmen Square, the symbolic heart of Beijing, and explore the vast grandeur of the Forbidden City. The day’s sightseeing sets the stage perfectly for indulging in Beijing’s most renowned delicacy – Peking duck.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 14: Fly Beijing to UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
(Breakfast)

Terracotta Warriors Workshop
Visit a workshop where replicas of the famous Terracotta Warriors are produced

Hutong Family Visit
Head into Beijing’s old neighbourhoods to meet a local family, to gain an insight into their daily lives.

Take a Tai Chi Class
Take part in a morning session of Tai Chi with an expert instructor

• Return flights & transfers
• 12nts in 4* accommodation
• All meals: 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 12 dinners
• Touring with guides & entrance fees
• Visa fees for UK passport holders

Classic
These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites and magnificent treasures of Japan on an excellent value group tour whilst travelling with like-minded people. The tours are on a fully-inclusive basis so you’ll travel with the assurance that all your arrangements are taken care of. You will be accompanied by our dedicated  and  professional  National  Escorts  and  local  guides,  whose  unparalleled  knowledge  will  turn  your holiday into an unforgettable experience.

This tour has a maximum group size of 28 people per group.

This tour has a physical rating of 1. This means that 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.

What’s included in the price?
International flights, domestic transport, accommodation, guided sightseeing, entrance fees, and all meals are included as part of this fully organised tour.

What is the group size?
Travellers join a guided group tour, travelling together with up to 27 people throughout the itinerary with expert guidance.

How physically demanding is the tour?
This is an easy to moderate tour, with time spent sightseeing on foot, including steps, walking at attractions, and getting on and off coaches and boats.

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