9 Day Small Group Highlights of China Tour and Flights
Beijing - Xi'an - Shanghai
Small-group tour of only 16 travellers
Roundtrip international flights from Australia included
5-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
Hop on a bullet train, discover the Terracotta Warriors & more!
From
$2,999
Typically $5,999
pp twin share
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Now
Description
Discover China in the comfort of five-star luxury on this 9-day small-group tour!
Begin your adventure with a flight to Beijing and enjoy some leisure time before exploring the world-famous Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Make sure you hop on a traditional rickshaw and explore the winding alleys or hutongs of the local neighbourhood. Next, enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to climb a portion of the Great Wall of China, a 3,700-mile marvel and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Visit the Summer Palace and take a bullet train to Xi'an, where you can immerse yourself in the local culture with a Tai Chi class and a visit to the famous Terracotta Warriors. Fly to Shanghai and discover the incredible Wild Goose Pagoda, Yu Garden and the Xin Tian Di entertainment district before preparing for your flight home!
Itinerary Downloadable Itinerary
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9
Australia Beijing
Today*, depart Australia and fly to China! Upon your arrival in Beijing international airport, a tour representative will meet you and then escort you to check into the hotel.
*Note: Some flights may depart the day before.
Accommodation: Shangri-La’s China World Hotel Beijing or similar, Beijing
Meals included: in-flight only
Beijing
Today you will explore the world-famous Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, the former seat of the emperors throughout the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is a true architectural masterpiece and home to the National Palace Museum. Next, get a taste of the past by exploring the winding alleys, or ‘hutongs’, of local Beijing neighbourhoods.
Accommodation: Shangri-La’s China World Hotel Beijing or similar, Beijing
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
The Great Wall of China
Today’s highlight is an excursion to the majestic Great Wall (Juyongguan Section), one of the Seven Wonders of the World, recognised by UNESCO, and get a chance to climb a portion of this 3,700-mile marvel. After climbing the wall, enjoy some lunch before visiting the Summer Palace. The evening is at your leisure.
Accommodation: Shangri-La’s China World Hotel Beijing or similar, Beijing
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Beijing Xi'an
Immerse yourself in local culture by starting the day with a Tai Chi class during a visit to the Temple of Heaven. Later in the day, we’ll travel to the ancient city of Xi'an, home to the famous Terracotta Warriors.
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel Xi’an or similar, Xi'an
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Terracotta Warriors
Today another highly anticipated icon of the country awaits - the famous and awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors. We will visit the enigmatic ranks of the Terracotta Warriors in the company of our professional and experienced local guide. Be humbled as you stand among one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Afterwards, head to the famous Moslem Street to sample local cuisine and shop for souvenirs.
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel Xi’an or similar, Xi'an
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Xi'an Shanghai
Explore the incredible Wild Goose Pagoda. This temple was originally used to keep the Buddhist scripts which were carried by the great monk Yi Jing from the Indian area and over time it has become a holy place for pilgrims. Following this, you visit the Ancient City Wall, one of the oldest and best-preserved city walls in all of China built in 194BC. Later in the day, we will travel to Shanghai where you are met on arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Accommodation: Regal International East Asia or similar, Shanghai
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Shanghai
Today, discover the wonders of Shanghai on a guided city tour, taking in the stunning Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, the Xin Tian Di entertainment district with its plethora of restaurants, boutiques and galleries, and the famous waterfront strip The Bund, a melting pot of architectural influences. Spend the evening at your leisure or speak to our tour guide for recommended local activities.
Accommodation: Regal International East Asia or similar, Shanghai
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Shanghai Australia
Enjoy one last delicious breakfast this morning, before your Chinese adventure comes to an end. At the appropriate time, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home, unless you choose to extend your stay and continue to explore other mesmerising cities. You’ll be returning home with the knowledge of a new culture, connections with new friends and memories to last you a lifetime.
Meals included: breakfast and inflight
Australia
Arrive home today.
Meals included: inflight only
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Return economy class international airfare from Melbourne, Sydney, *Brisbane, Perth* or *Adelaide (*surcharge applies)
- Flights with China Southern, Air China, Sichuan Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines or similar (subject to availability)
- Economy class flight from Xi'an to Shanghai
- 2-class bullet train from Beijing to Xi'an
- Roundtrip airport to hotel transfers on a join in group basis
- 7 nights 5* hotel accommodation on a twin share basis
- Meals as indicated in itinerary: 7 breakfasts and 6 lunches
- Intra-China transportation
- Local English-speaking guides in each city
- Tours, transfers & admissions as per itinerary
5-star Accommodation
Beijing - Shangri-La’s China World Hotel or similar
Xi'an - Shangri-La Hotel Xi'an or similar
Shanghai - Regal International East Asia Hotel or similar
Exclusions
- Visa to China
- Surcharges, i.e. optional activities, single supplement & etc.
- Anything not listed in the itinerary, i.e. laundry, personal items, alcoholic drinks, etc.
- Any cost incurs due to unforeseeable circumstances (i.e. airline schedule changes, closure of attraction site)
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Tipping for the driver and guide at a recommended amount of $10 per person per day
Child Policy
No child discounts apply. A full-priced voucher must be purchased for all children travelling. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
Single Supplement
The additional supplement for a single traveller is $950
Looking to save on the single supplement? Join our Facebook group - Solo Traveldreamers to connect with other solo travellers or call us on 1300 350 263.
Extra Service
Looking to arrive early or stay late post-tour? Call on 1300 350 263 or email us at info@traveldream.com.au to inquire.
More details also available under Extra Services during checkout.
