Days 1-2 : UK - Beijing
Fly to Beijing where our Tour Captain will meet us. Sample the local delicacy, Peking Duck as part of our welcome dinner tonight.
Days 3-6 : Beijing
Over the next three days, stroll thr ough Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the Forbidden City, the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China. Also walk on the Great Wall, visit the unique Temple of Heaven, shop at the bustling markets, tour the exquisite Summer Palace and enjoy a Chinese Acrobatic Show. On our last day in Beijing, we enjoy a walk along Liulichang’s ancient shop fronts and calligraphy market before our overnight sleeper train to Xian.
Days 7-8 : Xian
Arrive in Xian in the morning. Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda followed by the renowned Shaanxi Museum, home to thousands of priceless relics, before walking through the lively Muslim Quarter and its fascinating Islamic food markets to visit the Great Mosque. Enjoy the local delicacy of Shui Jiao dumplings tonight. Tomorrow, visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century – the Terracotta Warriors, as well as one of the few remaining ancient City Walls, before ending the day with a performance of traditional Tang Dynasty dancing.
Days 9-12 : Xian - Yangtze River Cruise
Fly to Wuhan and transfer by coach (approx six hours) to board your Yangtze River Cruise vessel for the next four nights. Enjoy a tour of the Three Gorges Dam, before sailing upstream to see some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.We take a side-trip to the striking Shennong Stream in a pea-pod boat or visit the Lesser Three Gorges and enjoy various shore excursions along the way.
Days 13-14 : Chongqing - Kunming
Disembark from your cruise vessel this morning to visit the new Panda House at Chongqing Zoo before flying on to Kunming where we sample the famous 'Across the Bridge Noodles'. The following morning, travel to the Stone Forest for a full day tour of the stunning limestone columns.
Days 15-17 : Dali
Drive to the enchanting town of Dali. The next day relax and enjoy a cruise on Erhai Lake, participate in a traditional tea tasting, visit the picturesque Three Pagodas and explore Dali’s Ancient Quarter. The following morning visit Xizhou Village to explore the bustling local market and the Yen Family House, an ancient courtyard home, before returning to Kunming.
Days 18 : Kunming - Guilin
Visit the Bird and Flower Market before our afternoon flight to beautiful Guilin.
Days 19-21 : Li River Cruise - Yangshuo - Guilin
Cruise the Li River and enjoy the breathtaking landscape of tranquil fishing scenes and picturesque villages whilst travelling to the town of Yangshuo set in the lush green rice paddies of Southern China. Next day, visit the colourful local markets and walk through this charming town and then return to Guilin to visit Mt Diecai for views of the surrounding Karst landscape.The following morning visit the dramatic Reed Flute Caves before your flight to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai.
Days 22-23 : Shanghai - Suzhou
Experience Shanghai, the 'Paris of the East' and enjoy visits to the majestic Yu Gardens, Old Town, the Shanghai Museum and the famous Bund. Enjoy delicious Shanghai cuisine tonight. The next day, travel to the city of Suzhou, famous for its exquisite gardens and silk production. A visit to a local silk mill is followed by a cruise on the ancient Grand Canal and a visit to some of the finest Oriental gardens in China. Stay overnight in Suzhou.
Days 24-25 : Hangzhou
Travel by coach to beautiful Hangzhou. Here we visit the local markets and experience an Oriental tea tasting. The following day we visit the Temple of Inspired Seclusion and the Six Harmonies Pagoda before relaxing on a tranquil West Lake cruise.
Day 26 : Shanghai
Return to Shanghai and in the afternoon we explore the Xintiandi area with its unique 1920’s style shikumen buildings. In the evening enjoy a Huangpu River cruise as our farewell celebration.
Day 27 : Shanghai - UK
Fly back to the UK, arriving home later the same day filled with many happy memories.
Dates and Prices for 2009/2010
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| Depart UK | Arrive UK | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct 2009 | 23 Nov 2009 | £2,690 |
| 4 Nov 2009 | 30 Nov 2009 | £2,590 |
| 11 Nov 2009 | 7 Dec 2009 | £2,490 |
| 10 Mar 2010 | 5 Apr 2010 | £2,690 |
| 17 Mar 2010 | 12 Apr 2010 | £2,890 |
| 24 Mar 2010 | 19 Apr 2010 | £2,990 |
| 7 Apr 2010 | 3 May 2010 | £2,990 |
| 28 Apr 2010 | 24 May 2010 | £2,990 |
| 5 May 2010 | 31 May 2010 | £2,990 |
| 12 May 2010 | 7 Jun 2010 | £2,990 |
| 19 May 2010 | 14 Jun 2010 | £2,990 |
| 26 May 2010 | 21 Jun 2010 | £2,990 |
| 9 Jun 2010 | 5 Jul 2010 | £2,990 |
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Departs Wednesday and Returns Monday
Prices are based on departures from London Heathrow with British Airways or Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow with Emirates
Single supplement from £560. No supplement if you are willing to share
Land only from £2,090pp. (Beijing - Shanghai)
Tipping Payable locally US$83pp in 2009 and US$110pp in 2010
- Additional Fuel Charge: £0
A unique exceptional customer service
As part of this service we include your Chinese Visa (British Citizen passport holders only on a fully escorted tour from the UK). We ask you to send in your completed visa application forms, passport and 1 Passport photo to us 8 weeks prior to your departure.Please Note
For foreign passport holders, land only passengers and for passports received less than 6 weeks prior to the tour departure date, there will be an additional fee of £50 per person for the above service.
It is possible for passengers to obtain and process their own visa application, however we cannot offer any money back for this as we will need to be provide you with significant information and documentation to enable you to do this yourself.
Express Service
Standard Visa service will ensure that your passports are returned to you within 4 weeks after receipt. You will receive your final documentation approximately 2 weeks prior to your departure. If for any reason you require your passport back before this time, please see details of our Visa express service in the table below:
| Service |
Return Date |
Charge |
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| Standard |
Within approximately 4 weeks after receipt by Wendy Wu Tours |
FREE |
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| Express |
Within approximately 2 weeks after receipt by Wendy Wu Tours |
£50 each |
Please state at time of booking which service you require.
