The above fares are for passengers departing from San Francisco or Los Angeles. Domestic add-on fares are:
New York, Chicago, Washington D.C, Houston: $200.
U.S. Eastern and Central Standard Time Zone: USD$300.
U.S. Mountain Standard Time Zone: USD$200.
U.S. Pacific Standard Time Zone: USD$150.
..:: Package Tour Details ::..
Day 1
Hometown Beijing
Starting your tour by taking flight to Beijing. Cross the International Date Line. Lose one day on the road.
Day 2
Arrive Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China. Your tour guide will greet you at the airport arrival hall and then transfer to your deluxe hotel for a good night¡¯s rest.
Day 3
Beijing (B, L, D)
Beijing served as the capital of 5 dynasties over a period of 800 years. Start your city tour with a visit to the Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world. Next stop is the Forbidden City. This complex, the largest and most intact conglomeration of ancient structures of the imperial palace ever built in the world, features more than 800 buildings with 9999 rooms, resplendent golden-glazed roofs, red lacquered pillars and vermilion walls. In the afternoon visit the exquisite Summer Palace (Imperial Garden), the largest ancient preserved garden in China and a former summer resort for Emperors. Visit Pearl factory before head back to hotel.
Day 4
Beijing (B, L, D)
This morning, you¡¯ll also have an opportunity to shop at the largest Jade Center of Asia. The highlight today is a trip to the astonishing Great Wall at Juyongguan Pass. More than 12,000 Kilometers in total, the Great Wall is the most famous image of China throughout the world. It is the only manmade object visible from the moon, and as one of the Eight Wonders of the world, it is also a symbol of Chinese traditional culture and the pride of the Chinese nationality. Back to city, walk along the New Qianmen Street and have an outside view of the beautiful Bird¡¯s Nets and Water Cube up close.
Day 5
Beijing Xian (B)
Free activities or you can choose to take optional tours. Please check with us for more information.
Take an overnight train to Xian in the evening
Day 6
Xian (B, L)
Xian was the first Chinese city opening up its doors to the world during the Tang Dynasty. Over a period of more than 2000 years, Xian was the capital for eleven dynasties. Upon arrival, you will go to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum, sightseeing the attached life-sized defending army to the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. It is regarded as ¡°the eighth wonder of the world¡± and among the top archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Enjoy a local special noodle lunch and watch Noodle Making Performance. Visit an Art Ceramics Factory before going back to hotel.
Day 7
Xian (B, L, D)
Visit the Shanxi Provincial Historical Museum in the morning. After lunch visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the symbol of the city. It is said to have been built to house and protect Buddhist scriptures collected by the Chinese monk, Xuan Zang, the key figure in «Journey to the West». Back to hotel after we enjoy the special local Imperial Dumpling Banquet Dinner and the traditional Tang Dynasty Singing and Dancing Show in the evening.
Day 8
Xian Shanghai (B, L)
This morning, transfer to airport and fly to Shanghai, the modern metropolis and commercial center of China. Your half day city tour starts by walking along the famous Bund, a mile-long stretch along the Huangpu river. Lined by the colonial architectures of European design, this area is the best place to capture the western influences of the old days. Continue to visit the People¡¯s square and Shanghai Museum to see the ancient Chinese art, furniture and jade. After ample time admiring the numerous exhibits, you¡¯ll be given an opportunity to shop for the highest quality Silk.
Day 9
Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, we¡¯ll leave it free for you at leisure. You may take the time to do some last minute souvenir and gift shopping or explore this city on your own or you can choose to take our optional tour.
Day 10
Shanghai Hometown (B)
Your China journey is over all too soon as we transfer you to airport and board the homebound international flight, bidding a fond farewell to this ancient land.
We know the trip is over, yet the experiences and memories will certainly last for a life time. You¡¯ll get home the same day you leave China. Or you may extend your stay. You may consider joining one of our optional tours. Please check our website for more information.
Price Includes:
International airfare .SFO/LAX-Beijing, Shanghai-SFO/LAX. If you can`t depart or return with the tour group, then a $50 service fee will be charged per person and airfare difference may also apply.
All the transportation services in China (Land, Air, Water).
First class hotels in China (based on double occupancy).
Daily meals listed on the itinerary (American and Chinese combination breakfast, China lunch and dinner).
All luggage transfer service between airports and hotels in China.
English speaking tour guide in China.
Admissions to all scenic destinations listed in the itinerary.