On this very popular tour you get to visit The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall, Silk Market , Kung Fu performance, Lama Temple, Hutongs, Peking Duck Dinner, Jin Mao Tower, Bund, Huangpu River, Yu Gardens…and more

Tour Inclusions:
 

• Registered English speaking Guides in each City;
• 4 Star plus accommodation as specified;
• Meals as specified (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner);
• Sightseeing and Entrance Fees to specified attractions;
• Evening entertainment;
• All domestic flight and taxes as specified;
• 24 hour English speaking hotline;
• International Airfares, Airport Taxes and fuel surcharges.
   

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1 - New Zealand / Beijing

Check in at the airport on your Cathay Pacific flight bound for Beijing. On arrival into Beijing and after completing any necessary Customs and Immigration formalities you will be met by your friendly China Holidays guide who will transfer you to Novotel / Mercure Beijing or similar where you will spend four nights.

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Day 2 - Beijing

A delightful day is spent visiting some of the sights of Beijing. The Forbidden City, home to two dynasties of Emperors spanning 500 years; Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing and the architectural wonders of the Temple of Heaven. (B/L)

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Day 3 - Beijing

Today, the highlight for many a visitor to Beijing is a visit to the Great Wall at Badaling, undoubtedly one of the greatest man-made wonders of the world.

There will also be time for a visit to the Silk Market where negotiation skills are put to the test as you seek out bargains before returning to Beijing where there will be time to freshen up before departing for a 'Legends of Kung Fu' performance. (B/L)

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Day 4 - Beijing

This morning you will depart to visit the most renowned Tibetan Buddhist Temple outside of Tibet - The Lama Temple, then a visit to the 'Hutongs' the local residential area by Pedi cab or cycle rickshaw where you will get an interesting glimpse into the lives of the traditional Beijing citizens.

After lunch you will have some free time to explore at your leisure. This evening enjoy a traditional Peking Duck Dinner. (B/L/D)

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Day 5 - Beijing / Shanghai

After breakfast at your hotel you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight to Shanghai. On arrival in Shanghai you will be met by your friendly China Holidays guide and transferred to Holiday Inn / Novotel Shanghai or similar.

This afternoon you will visit the Jin Mao Tower, where from the Observation deck you will get a panoramic view of the city. Then take a stroll along the Bund and enjoy a short cruise on the Huangpu River. (B/L)

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Day 6 - Shanghai

After breakfast you will depart for a full day tour of Shanghai. Your day will include a visit to the Yu Gardens, the Old Chinatown and of course the Bund. There will also be a visit to the impressive Shanghai museum. In the evening enjoy a visit to an acrobatic show. (B/L)

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Day 7 - Depart Shanghai

Today you farewell Shanghai and China as your guide meets you and transfers you to the airport for your onward flight. Check in aboard your Cathay Pacific flight bound for home. (B)

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Day 8 - Arrive New Zealand

Welcome home after a fantastic 8 day trip to one of the most fascinating countries on the planet.

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This popular tour with 4 nights in Beijing and 2 in Shanghai is very well priced from $2643pp share twin.
 
Weekly Wednesday departures until 28 March 2012.