East Greets West  China Travel


China on Sale

A brief overview of China's most popular cities

Included Highlights

  • All airfares from select West Coast gateways

  • Accommodations throughout

  • 7 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L)

  • See the astounding art of the acclaimed Shanghai Museum, Terra Cotta Warriors, Great Wall of China, Ming Tombs and more.

  • Comprehensive sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA
Depart on an overnight flight to China's largest city, Shanghai, the landing point for many international arrivals.

Day 2 Shanghai
Arrive at one of the great seaports of the world, an exciting starting point for your China adventure. Your hotel is a comfortable place to rest or set off shopping at the Arts & Crafts Center. 
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Accommodations, 2 nights:
Superior
Hua Ting Hotel

Day 3 Shanghai
Immerse yourself in the culture and sophistication of Shanghai on a full day tour of the city's premier attractions. View all aspects of Chinese arts, beautifully displayed in the astounding galleries of the Shanghai Museum. Explore the paths and pavilions of Yuyuan Gardens; stroll the waterfront Bund; visit the endearing Children's Palace, then return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
(B,L)

Day 4 Shanghai/Xian
Fy to Xian, gateway to the Silk Road. (B,L) 

Accommodations, 2 nights:
Superior
ANA Grand Castle

Day 5 Xian
Walk in the steps of ancient traders and travelers on today's sightseeing tour of Xian, the head of the great caravan route once used for shipping silk and other prized Chinese goods to the West. Tour the archaeological site which so far has yielded some 8000 ancient terra cotta soldiers and horses, each a unique, finely detailed sculpture. Also tour the Provincial Museum, Big Wild  Goose Pagoda, and City Gate.
(B,L)

Day 6 Xian/Beijing
Fly to Beijing, and transfer to your hotel. (B,L)

Accommodations, 3 nights:
Superior
Presidential Hotel

Day 7 Beijing
Walk in the steps of ancient emperors today as you tour the powerful Forbidden City, hidden from public view for over 500 years; and the masterpiece Temple of Heaven, the embodiment of grace and harmony. Continuing to the Summer Palace, now a favorite recreational spot for locals. The pomp and grandeur of imperial China lives on in these historic landmarks so integral to the nation's soul.
(B,L)

Day 8 Beijing
A walk along the Great Wall of China ranks high on the wish lists of many travelers, and your excursion today will confirm that this, indeed, is one of the world's great travel experiences. Linger at the towers and broad promenades, contemplate the spectacular scenery and the lives lost in building this monumental world wonder, which never truly fulfilled its purpose. Also visit the Ming Tombs, before returning to Beijing.
(B,L)

Day 9 Beijing/USA
Bid farewell to China as you transfer to the international airport and depart on your selected airline to the United States.
(B)

Pricing & Departures

Superior Series (COSS)
 
Departs: 
Monday
Land Only Single 
Supplement

2003
Apr 14, 28; May 5, 12, 26 1999 348
Jun 9; Jul 7; Aug 4; Sep 1 2099 301
Sep 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 1999 418
Nov 10, 24; Dec 8 1899 234
2004
Jan 5; Feb 2; Mar 1, 15, 29 1899 234

Add $100 to the Land Price if tour package does not include Transpacific airfare.  Land prices are inclusive of domestic airfares within China

Prices listed above are based on departures from Los Angeles, for add-on pricing from other cities within the US please see our Special Add-On Cities.

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