Your China holiday will begin with an international
flight to Hangzhou. Upon arrival at Hangzhou
International Airport you will be greeted by your guide
or driver. You will embark on a tour of Hangzhou city –
renowned for its beauty and abundance of cultural
heritage. It is also the political, economic and cultural
center of the Zhejiang Province and one of the most
popular tourist destinations in China. You will then
visit the West Lake area in Hangzhou, comprising of
the West Lake and the surrounding hills, which have
inspired famous poets, scholars and artists since the
9th Century. It is considered one of the most beautiful
landscapes in China, and is home to numerous
temples, pagodas, pavilions, gardens, causeways and
artificial islands. Visit to a tea plantation, here you will
learn about tea picking and processing. After lunch,
you will be transferred to your hotel and prepare your
tour tomorrow.

Today’s optional tours:
Evening Entertainment – Song Dynasty Show

Today, you will be transferred to Suzhou and explore
the Master of the Nets Garden, it is one of the finest
gardens in China, and for which Suzhou is renowned.
You will explore the garden and admire the effortless
cohesion of art, nature,and architecture that has
attracted thousands of visitors since 1140 AD.

Today’s optional tours:
After lunch, you will have the option to take a boat trip
along the longest canal in the world – Suzhou’s Grand
Canal. Some sections date as far back as the 5th century BC and it is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – there are many beautiful homes to admire along this impressive waterway.

After breakfast, spend the morning perusing the most
famous silk factory in China to understand the
manufacturing processes of silk and its rich history in
China before being be transferred to Shanghai via bus.
Upon arrival, you will visit the Nanjing walking district
and discover the history and culture of Shanghai. You
will then continue to the Bund by the Huangpu River,
and witness the old meeting the modern side of the city.

Today’s optional tours:
Enjoy an optional evening on the Huangpu River Cruise, allowing you to take in the famous sites of Shanghai including; the People’s Hero Monument, the Bund, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the dramatic skyline of the Pu Dong business district, the bustling International Passenger Station of Shanghai Harbour, the docks and the Wu Song ancient gun fort relics.

Today you may enjoy a day of leisure. Shanghai is host
to a great number of historical and cultural sites, so be
sure to ask your tour guide for advice on the best places to visit. Alternatively, you can choose to enjoy an optional tour with your experienced tour guide. Later you will be transferred to Beijing by high speed train.

Today’s optional tours:
After breakfast, visit Xintiandi old stone house area.
Experience the first commercial maglev train in the
world, which was developed by China and Germany,
completed in 2002 after over one year’s construction
and began its commercial operation in 2003. The
train’s maximum speed is 380km per hour, covering
300 kilometers in just an 8-minute trip! Then have your affluent shopping before you leave this lovely city.

Today you may choose to explore the city of Beijing at
your own pace. Alternatively, you can join a selection of optional tours with our experienced local guide.

Today’s optional tours:
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City- Set out with your
trip leader to discover Beijing’s imperial treasures.
Stand in Tiananmen Square, one of the largest and
grandest public plazas in the world before progressing
on to the Forbidden City. Enter the imposing walls of
the Forbidden City, once the exclusive domain of the
Ming Dynasty, for an exclusive tour through this vast
complex of courtyards and lanes.

Today you will visit Temple of Heaven – the largest and most representative existing masterpiece among
China’s ancient sacrificial buildings. You will join the
Tai Chi Lesson in the Temple of Heaven. Tai Chi is an
internal martial art system which places emphasis on
the development and control of Chi (Consciousness)
energy within the body. You might not find a better
place to approach locals dazzling lives here in the
temple of heaven! Then you will experience the oriental foot massage at a traditional Chinese Medical Centre where you will learn about alternative treatments for illness and have the chance to consult with a Chinese Medical professional. If time permits, the tour guide could recommend some optional tours to give you an even better experience!

This morning travel to China’s most iconic sight – The
Great Wall. Once on top of this ancient defensive
structure, you’ll find that some sections are quite
steep, however, the views are magnificent, and the
experience is truly unforgettable. Your Visit to the
Great Wall will be followed by a stop at a Jade Factory
to learn about Chinese Jade – China’s most precious
and celebrated stone.

Today’s optional tours:
Today you could also have the chance to join an optional tour with your experienced tour guide to visit the Summer Palace. Wander through a traditional
Chinese royalty garden and take in the exquisite
architecture.

Relax for your Leisure morning. Today you will have a
Chengdu city tour for Jinli Old Street and Kuan & Zhai
Alley; an area unique for its fusion of ancient and
modern China. The shopkeepers and waiters dress in
traditional style clothing, making this street feel as
though you have stepped back in time. Spend the
afternoon perusing the old street at your leisure before
heading to the airport for your flight home. We hope you
enjoyed your journey to China with us!

Today’s Optional Tour:
The Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, famous for
its breeding program and home of the Giant Pandas and
their gorgeous cousins, the Red Pandas.