China & Tibet Discovery
Combine the best of China with Mystical Tibet and a Yangtze Cruise
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| Great Wall of China | Terracotta Warriors | Pandas | Yangtze River Cruise | Buddhist Site | Beautiful Scenery | Temples & Palaces | UNESCO World Heritage | Cultural Show | Shopping |
Combine the best of China with Mystical Tibet and a Yangtze Cruise
16 days from $ 5390
The China & Tibet Discovery group tour provides a delicately balanced mix of relaxation and exploration. Visit the most well known sights in China, from the majestic Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors to the adorable pandas that you can’t help but love. This specialty tour also includes highlights from the mystical land of Tibet. There are fabulous palaces, holy monasteries and sacred temples to discover. Complete your tour with a relaxing cruise on the Yangtze River.
This tour reaches a maximum altitude of 12,000ft in Lhasa.
Included in the price
Included in the price of your Wendy Wu China & Tibet Discovery Group Tour• International flights from the USA and taxes
Included in your China & Tibet discovery tour are flights to and from China. All flights leave from the United States and are all included in the price of your group tour.
• Local transportation in China
Our group tours have all domestic transport included in your group tour price. All your transportation is covered when you book with Wendy Wu.
• Accommodations in China
Wendy Wu books and confirms all the accommodations for your China & Tibet discovery vacation. You will stay at some of the most iconic and beautiful hotels China has to offer.
• All meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy the Chinese cuisine without worrying about the cost, when you book a group tour with Wendy Wu all your meals are included in the tour price.
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
Our group tours to China feature a wide range of sights and places to visit. From ancient locations to modern cities, China has everything to offer, and it’s all included in your group tour when you book through Wendy Wu.
• Visa fees for USA residents
Wendy Wu group tours include all Visa fees for China for USA residents.
Days 1-2 : US - Beijing
Fly overnight to Beijing, China’s capital city.
Day 3 : Beijing
Today you will stroll through the famous Tiananmen Square past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City. This is the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and houses over 8,000 rooms. Also visit the unique Temple of Heaven. Our evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking Duck.
Day 4 : Beijing
Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance and admire the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, which stretches over 4,000 miles from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west. Also tour the exquisite Summer Palace and enjoy a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show in the evening.
Day 5 : Beijing - Xian
Fly to Xian and visit the Shaanxi Provincial Museum which is home to thousands of priceless relics. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 6 : Xian
Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors. The figures were created over 2,000 years ago to accompany Emperor Qin Shihuang into the afterlife. We also walk along the Ancient City Wall and stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to explore the Islamic food markets.
Day 7 : Xian - Lhasa
Fly to Lhasa, the spiritual home of Tibet. The afternoon is at leisure to help acclimatize to the altitude.
Day 8 : Lhasa
Sightseeing today includes a stroll around the Barkhor circuit where traditional dress, market stalls selling religious trinkets and the sound of chanted prayers create the atmosphere of a medieval carnival. We also visit the 7th century Jokhang Temple, which is the most sacred in Tibet and the Sera Monastery, which has about 600 monks in residence.
Day 9 : Lhasa
Explore the ‘crown jewel’ of Tibet – the Potala Palace. The palace is an architectural wonder that towers over the city with thousands of rooms filled with treasures such as intricate shrines and beautiful frescoes. We also visit Norbulingka; the former summer palace of the Dalai Lama, containing several palaces and chapels and a local Tibetan carpet factory. Enjoy a traditional Tibetan dinner and dance performance in the evening.
Day 10 : Lhasa - Chengdu
Fly to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province where we will take a tour of the city’s highlights. Enjoy a delicious Sichuan meal in the evening.
Day 11 : Chengdu - Yangtze River Cruise
Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these adorable animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Travel to Chongqing to board your Yangtze River cruise for the next three nights.
Days 12-13 : Yangtze river Cruise
Over the next two days, we will take a sidetrip to the striking Shennong Stream in a peapod boat or visit the Lesser Three Gorges. We also enjoy various shore excursions along the way.
Day 14 : Yichang - Shanghai
After visiting the site of the Three Gorges Dam you will disembark your cruise in Yichang. Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East' where we will enjoy a dinner of traditional Shanghai cuisine.
Day 15 : Shanghai
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town as well as a visit to the Shanghai Museum, which houses over 120,000 pieces of bronze, coins, jade, ceramics, paintings and calligraphy. We also walk along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture and explore the restored Xintiandi area with its unique 1920’s style shikumen buildings. In the evening, enjoy a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River, here the historic Bund and the futuristic Pudong come face-to-face.
Day 16 : Shanghai - US
Fly to the US, arriving home the same day or the following morning depending on flight schedules.
Dates and Prices
*Tour departs Friday and returns Saturday
- Prices are fully inclusive from the US
- Based on Los Angeles departures
- Regional departures available from many US cities
- Flight upgrades available on request
- Land only from $3,790 (Beijing - Shanghai)
- Single supplement from $990
- Tipping payable locally $70 for 2012 departures. TBA for 2013 departures.
Important note: Outbound and return dates may vary from those shown based upon selected airline and departure point. You will be advised of your specific flight schedule at the time of reservation.
Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
You will be met at Hong Kong Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Hong Kong
A free day to enjoy the delights of this vibrant city as you wish. (B)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $390pp
4* accommodations from $490pp
5* accommodations from $690pp
Price from $ 390.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Lantau Island - 4D/3N
This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Lantau Island
Begin with a ferry ride across the Victoria Harbour to Silvermine Bay to visit beautiful Cheung Sha beach and Tai O Fishing Village. Then travel to Ngong Ping Plateau to see the Giant Buddha and explore Po Lin Monastery where you'll enjoy a vegetarian lunch. Later, visit Ngong Ping Village before a ride aboard the Skyrail cable car. (B,L) If the cable car is canceled due to weather or any other reason, alternative transportation will be arranged.
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $540pp
4* accommodations from $640pp
5* accommodations from $840pp
Price from $ 540.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Macau - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional
sampan ride (paid locally). (B)
Day 3: Macau
Travel by hydrofoil to Macau. Visit the ruins of the St. Paul's Church, Ama Temple, Macau Museum (closed Mondays) and a local casino (minimum age 18). Return by hydrofoil to Hong Kong. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $590pp
4* accommodations from $690pp
5* accommodations from $890pp
Price from $ 590.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
| China and Tibet Discovery Feb 2012 |
