China Highlights
9 days: Beijing, Xian, Shanghai
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DAY 1: London/Beijing
Depart London Heathrow to China. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey.
DAY 2: Beijing
Arrive in Beijing and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.
DAY 3: Beijing
This morning's sightseeing includes a tour of the Forbidden City and Tian An Men Square to view the pomp and grandeur of imperial China. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before visiting the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace (B, L).
DAY 4: Beijing
This morning, visit the Great Wall of China. Walk along the promenades to the towers to view the magnificent scenery. Afternoon at leisure. This evening, choose an optional Peking Duck Dinner (????) (B).
DAY 5: Beijing/Xian
Depart to the airport for your flight to Xian. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, visit the Big Goose Pagoda and City Gate (B).
DAY 6: Xian
Today's tour of Xian's antiquities includes the archaeological site at the tomb of China's first emperor where 8,000 finely sculptured terracotta soldiers and horses have been discovered. Trace the beginnings of Chinese civilization at the Provincial Museum. Tonight we offer an optional Tang Dynasty dinner and show ?????? (B, L).
DAY 7: Xian/Shanghai
Depart to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure (B).
DAY 8: Shanghai
This morning, tour the major attractions of Shanghai. Wander through the Yuyuan Gardens and experience the old world charm of the waterfront Bund. Afternoon at leisure (B).
DAY 9: Shanghai/Beijing/London
Transfer to the airport for flight to Beijing then change to your departure flight back to London (B).