6-DAY TOUR OF BEIJING, SHANGHAI OR BEIJING, XI'AN OR SHANGHAI, XI'AN
Route A
- Day 1
Arrive in Beijing
Welcome to Beijing, capital of China. On arrival, you will be met by our CITS guide and
transferred to your hotel.
- Day 2
Beijing
Morning tour to Tian An Men Square, located in the heart of the capital, and the Imperial
Palace (Forbidden City) - one of the greatest feats of ancient Chinese architecture.
Afternoon sightseeing includes Summer Palace - a former summer resort area of the royal
family, or a visit to the Temple of Heaven Where the emperors prayed for good harvests.
Dinner is the famous Beijing roasted duck at a local restaurant.
- Day 3
Beijing
A full day excursion to the Great Wall - the landmark of China. It is one of the most
amazing feats of human labor - the only man-made construction on earth visible from outer
space. After lunch, a drive to the Ming Tombs along the Sacred Way with giant marble
figures and animals guarding the tomb area for deceased emperors of the Ming Dynasty.
- Day 4
Beijing - Shanghai by air
After two hours flight, you will arrive in Shanghai. The tour begins with a stroll along
the lively waterfront "The Bund", then a visit to the Jade Buddha Temple where
two rare jade statues of Sakyamuni Buddha are treasured. An acrobatic show for your
evening entertainment.
- Day 5
Shanghai
Sightsee the fascinating Yu Yuan (Mandarin's Garden), the Museum of Art and History. No
visit to Shanghai would be complete without a stop at a craft factory or a curio shop that
Shanghai is famous for a visit to the Children's Palace if time permits.
- Day 6
Shanghai
Pack up with fond memories of an exceptional China Metropolis Tour experience.
Route B
- Day 1
Arrive in Beijing
Welcome to Beijing, capital of China. On arrival, you will be met by our CITS guide and
transferred to your hotel.
- Day 2
Beijing
Morning tour to Tian An Men Square, located in the heart of the capital, and the Imperial
Palace (Forbidden City) one of the greatest feats of ancient Chinese architecture. After
lunch proceed to the Temple of Heaven where the Ming and Qing emperors prayed for good
harvests. This is the largest temple complex remaining in China today. Cultural or
acrobatic performance (if available) will be attended in the evening.
- Day 3
Beijing
Full day excursion to the Great Wall - the landmark of China. It is one of the most
amazing feats of manmade construction on earth visible from outer space. After lunch, a
drive to the Ming Tombs along the Sacred Way with giant marble figures and animals
guarding the tomb area for deceased emperors of the Ming Dynasty. Dinner is the famous
Beijing roasted duck at a local restaurant.
- Day 4
Beijing - Xi'an by air
Half day sightseeing includes the Summer Palace a former summer resort area of the royal
family. After visit, take flight to Xi'an, the great ancient capital and the eastern end
of the Silk Road. City tour begins with a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda which was
built in 652 AD It contains a large volume of Buddhist scripture which were obtained from
India by the eminent monk Xuanzang. Cultural performance will be provided if available.
- Day 5
Xi'an
A full day visit includes the unparalleled highlight of an excursion to the incredible
Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses at the Tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first Qin Emperor. Added
highlights are visits to the Huaqing Hot Spring - a former resort area especially for the
emperors and royal family and a visit to the Banpo Village - the remains of a Neolithic
village dating back 6,000 years. Primitive tools and household utensils are displayed in
the Banpo Museum.
- Day 6
Xi'an
Your trip comes to an end as you fly back home with fond memory.
Route C
- Day 1
Arrive in Shanghai
Welcome to Shanghai, the bustling commercial heart of China. Our CITS guide will meet you
at airport and transfer you to hotel.
- Day 2
Shanghai
The tour begins with a stroll along the lively waterfront "The Bund", then a
visit to the Jade Buddha Temple where two rare jade statues of Sakyamuni Buddha are
treasured. An acrobatic show for your evening entertainment.
- Day 3
Shanghai
Sightsee the fascinating Yu Yuan (Mandarin's Garden), the Museum of Art and History. No
visit to Shanghai would be complete without a stop at a craft factory or a curio shop that
Shanghai is famous for. A visit to the Children's Palace if time permits.
- Day 4
Shanghai - Xi'an by air
After shopping, you will leave for Xi'an, the great ancient capital and the eastern end of
the Silk Road. City tour begins with a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda which was built
in 652 AD It contains a large volume of Buddhist scripture which were obtained from India
by the eminent monk Xuanzang. Cultural performance will be provided if available.
- Day 5
Xi'an
A full day visit includes the unparalleled highlight of an excursion to the incredible
Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses at the Tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first Qin Emperor. Added
highlights are visits to the Huaqing Hot Spring - a former resort area especially for the
emperors and the royal family and a visit to the Banpo Village - the remains of a
Neolithic village dating back 6,000 years. Primitive tools and household utensils are
displayed in the Banpo Museum.
- Day 6
Xi'an
Your unforgettable tour draws to a close this morning as you board flight for home.
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