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China Highlights Tour

PRIVATE TOUR - 7 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 3249

Private Tour Highlights

  • Enjoy local guides and assistance with private transfers
  • Take in the testament to Chinese engineering and ingenuity of the Great Wall
  • Dine on an iconic Beijing dishes refined to perfection for an emperor's table
  • Visit Tian'an Men Square, one the world's most impressive public plazas at the center of Beijing
  • Wander the halls and gardens of the largest ancient palatial structure in the world
  • Visit the former site of retreat for the imperial family, the Summer Palace
  • Zip through China with the Bullet train to the ancient capital of Shanghai
  • Get lost in the intricate Yu Gardens, located in the old city center
  • Stroll Nanjing Road, a well-known shopping boulevard of immense energy
  • Visit Jinmao Tower, a wonder of modern architecture, to look out over the city below
  • Attend the city's most famous acrobatic show
  • Walk along the Bund to see the iconic skyline and striking modernist architecture
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Tour Overview

With Yampu’s China Highlights Tour, travelers can now get the full experience of this magnificent country! Rich in history and culture, China is the top of many traveler’s bucket list. For some, it may seem impossible to fit in all that the country has to offer. Visit the must see Great Wall of China. Explore Beijing and dine on Peking duck among many other traditional foods of the region. Shop the streets of Shanghai and experience the spectacle and sights of the city’s most famous acrobatic show. Begin a great adventure through China with all of the top highlight attractions with the help of Yampu!
Be met by the local guide to assist with the transfer to the city right after arriving in Beijing. The next day, explore the Great Wall, a testament to Chinese engineering and ingenuity. Indulge in traditional meals at local restaurants with dishes refined to perfection. Walk Tian’an Men Square, one the world’s most impressive public plazas, in the center of Beijing. Take in striking views of Kunming Lake from the Summer Palace.
Take the Bullet train to the ancient capital of Shanghai to experience magnificent white jade Burmese Buddha statues along with the Yu Gardens. Located in the old city center, this sublime site is a wonderful example of classical design. Learn more about the enticing city with a half day city tour of Shanghai with its striking modernist architecture, while at the same time contrasting with the ornate colonial buildings of yesteryear.

Inclusions
Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per the hotels mentioned. All meals as specified in itinerary (one glass of soft drink per meal included) Private transfers and sightseeing as per the given itinerary. Services of local English speaking guide. Entrance fees – for single visit only. Assistance on arrival and departure. All currently applicable taxes. First Class High speed train ticket from Beijing to Shanghai (luggage check-in service is not included)

Notes;
Flight mentioned in the program in Economy Class with one piece of 20kg free luggage per person per flight. Accommodation will be provided in mentioned hotels or of same category. Air fare is subject to change. We shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to flight cancellation, landslides or any unforeseen circumstances. Additional expenses incurred will be in addition to given cost.

Exclusions

International airfares and Airport Taxes. Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, any insurance etc. Any alcoholic beverage (consumption on direct payment basis) Tips for guides and drivers Visa Fee, Surcharge during Exhibitions in Shanghai and Chengdu (dates are to be advised) Surcharge during the public holiday. Any surcharge announced by government after this quotation, Early check-in or late check-out or day use room, National guide, FOC, Separate luggage van, Surcharge of overweight luggage (in case of exceeding 20 Kilo per piece)

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Package Price: From £$ 3249

Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.

Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.

Trip Type:

All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!

Tour Itinerary

Day
1

Beijing

After arrival at the Beijing International Airport, be met by the local guide to assist with the transfer to the city. Transfer to the awaiting hotel in the heart of the city and an opportunity to rest and prepare for the remainder of the day.

After arrival at the Beijing International Airport, be met by the local guide to assist with the transfer to the city. Transfer to the awaiting hotel in the heart of the city and an opportunity to rest and prepare for the remainder of the day.

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Day
2

The Great Wall

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall. Enjoy this testament to Chinese engineering and ingenuity, a monument to human endeavor set against a backdrop of stunning scenery. (excl. cable car) Enjoy lunch in a local Chinese restaurant before visiting Sacred Way, a historic road flanked with statues that leads to the Ming Tombs. Indulge in a traditional Peking duck dinner at a local restaurant. Dine on an iconic Beijing dish refined to perfection over the centuries and fit for an emperor's table. Back to the hotel. ...read less

Day
3

Tian'an Men Square

Visit the square that hosted the founding of the People's Republic of China. Tian'an Men Square is of one the world's most impressive public plazas and stands at the center of Beijing. Visit the Forbidden City and explore the halls and gardens of the largest ancient palatial structure in the world, the best preserved imperial palace in China and a site of great historical importance. Enjoy lunch at a local Chinese restaurant, before visiting the Temple of Heaven. Framed amongst the princely imperial styles of the Ming and Qing Dynasties the site is a masterpiece of imperial style and architecture. ...read less

Day
4

Beijing - Shanghai

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Summer Palace. The former site of retreat for the imperial family, the Summer Palace provides a range of striking views and the opportunity to take to Kunming Lake. Its buildings and courtyards are beautifully decorated and charged with history. (excl. boat, theatre and Longevity Hill) Enjoy lunch at a local Chinese restaurant before the transfer to the train station.
Take the Bullet train to the ancient capital of Shanghai. Transfer to hotel after arrival.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Summer Palace. The former site of retreat for the imperial family, the Summer Palace provides a range of striking views and the opportunity to take to Kunming Lake. Its buildings and courtyards are beautifully decorated and charged with history. (excl. boat, theatre and Longevity Hill) Enjoy lunch at a local Chinese restaurant before the transfer to the train station.
Take the Bullet train to the ancient capital of Shanghai. Transfer to hotel after arrival.

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Day
5

Shanghai - Jade Buddha Temple and Nanjing Road Shopping

After breakfast at the hotel, the first stop is the Jade Buddha Temple. Founded in 1882, the temple is celebrated for its two magnificent white jade Burmese Buddha statues. Next, visit the Yu Gardens. Located in the old city center, this sublime site is a wonderful example of classical design. Constructed 400 years ago in the Ming period, the colossal city of Shanghai has sprung up around this older relative, but has left it to grow old peacefully, providing a fascinating window into the past. Lunch at a local restaurant before a stroll to Nanjing Road, a well-known shopping boulevard of immense energy, bright lights and all the condensed spectacle of Shanghai in one place. Transfer to the awaiting hotel. ...read less

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Day
6

Shanghai

After breakfast at the hotel, take the morning to spend at leisure. Next embark on a half day city tour of Shanghai complete with the following: A visit to Jinmao Tower, a wonder of modern architecture and a chance to look out over the city below. A walk along the Bund. With an iconic skyline famous throughout the world, the Pudong area proudly boasts its striking modernist architecture, while at the same time contrasting with the ornate colonial buildings of yesteryear facing it from across river along the Bund. Transfer will be provided to the theatre for the spectacle and sights of the city's most famous acrobatic show. ...read less

Day
7

Shanghai

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for the international departure.

International Flight Home

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for the international departure.

International Flight Home

Beijing, China

Shanghai, China

Places You'll See

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    Beijing

    Located in Northern China, Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China. Throughout the Country’s long history the ancient city of Beijing has been the center for trade and politics, and is home to many culturally significant landmarks. Walk through the Famous Tiananmen Square, located at the center of Beijing City, and witness the immense historical wealth that the Forbidden City has to offer. Of course, no visit to china is complete without a visit to The Great Wall to admire the massive military defense system of ancient China.

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    Shanghai

    Located in the estuary of the Yangtze River is the influential city of Shanghai. A fine combination of modern and traditional, Shanghai is the perfect open display of history and culture, along with human development. Take in the magnificent views from the Bund, admiring the modern architecture before walking China’s premier shopping street, Nanjing Road. Walk the famous classical Yuyuan Garden just before visiting a venerable and famous Buddhist temple, home to the Jade Buddha.

Hotel Options

4 Star Properties

Beijing : Holiday Inn Central Plaza

Shanghai : SSAW Hotel Shanghai

5 Star Properties

Shanghai : Fairmont Peace Hotel

Luxury Properties

Beijing : Regent Beijing Hotel

Testimonials

Jim, Travel Agent

Traveled July, 2016

An incredible time……

WOW!!!…..

Just had Evelyn on the phone for over an hour and they had an incredible time……

“Very impressed with China and learned a lot! We loved our experience in Tibet. The people are lovely and scenery magnificent. We had very accommodating and thoughtful guides. Very helpful.”

Flights in China were great and no delays, hotels were awesome, guides were wonderful, tours were perfect and even the train worked out. The 8th person on the train was a young Tibetan woman and they felt safe with her in the compartment.

Once again, a total success and very happy clients….

 

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