Visiting: Beijing,Shanghai, Suzhou
Tour Duration: 8 day(s)
Group Size: 2 - 20 people
Specialty Categories: Cultural Journey Archeology/History
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: Yes

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Sfo/Beijing

Depart from SFO by Air China or United Airlines’ wide body jetliner to Beijing. Cross the International Date Line and lose a day.

Day 2: Arrive Beijing

Arrive in Beijing, capital of China, transfer to the five-star Jade Palace Hotel or similar.

Day 3: Beijing

Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, the residence of emperors for more than 500 years. The Summer Palace, a summer resort for Empress Dowage Ci Xi, and Temple of Heaven where the emperors once prayed for good harvests. Includes: (AB), (L), (D).

Day 4: Beijing

Full day excursion to the spectacular Great Wall and the famous Ming Tombs. Enjoy Beijing Duck Dinner in the evening. Includes: (AB), (L), (D).

Day 5: Beijing/Shanghai/Suzhou

After breakfast, take flight to Shanghai, then coach to Suzhou. Transfer to new Five-star Grand Metro Park Hotel or similar. Tour includes Master’s of the Nets Garden, Silk Factory & Embroidery Institute or Cruise on the famous Grand Canal. Includes: (AB), (L), (D).

Day 6: Suzhou/Shanghai

Morning coach or train to Shanghai, a unique city, which was once a European concession, blending the western architecture, oriental culture and bustling economic life together. and transfer to the new four-star Ambassador Hotel or similar. Visit the Museum of Art and History and the Jade Buddha. Enjoy Acrobatic Show at night. Includes: (AB), (L), (D).

Day 7: Shanghai

Today’s city tour encompasses Pudong Development Zone, which are full of new skyscrapers at the other side of Huangpu River the Bund and then visit Yu Garden. In the afternoon, shopping activities will be arranged in downtown. Includes: (AB), (L), (D).

Day 8: Shanghai/Sfo

Fly home on board Air China or United Airlines’ jetliner. Includes: (AB).

Notes:

Airfare is included in the tour price.

Price Includes:

- Int'l & China domestic air tickets
- Hotels, meals, transfers & sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide service.
- Beijing Duck Dinner and Shanghai Acrobatic Show.

Price Excludes:

- U.S. & China Int'l departure tax, and China domestic airport taxes.
- China Visa Fee
- Tips & personal expenses