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Days 1-2 UK - Beijing
Fly overnight to Beijing and transfer to the hotel, rest of the day free to relax.
Days 3 Beijing
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square. It is the largest public square in the world. Then we will explore the incredible Forbidden City, which has the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China. We will also visit the beautiful Temple of Heaven. This ornate structure, made entirely of wood, was built in 1420 and is still used as a hall of prayer for good harvests. During the evening there will be a delicious Peking Duck Dinner.
Days 4 Beijing
This morning we are going to visit the Great Wall at Badaling. After Lunch we are going to visit the remarkable Ming Tombs Museum where thirteen emperors were buried. On the way back we will stop at the Olympic Stadium know as the Bird’s Nest for you to take some photos.
Days 5 Beijing - Xian
Sightseeing today includes visiting the Summer Palace before taking a flight to the former ancient capital of China, Xian. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the hotel for a two nights' stay. Today we will also visit the City Wall.
Days 6 Xian
We will be exploring one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century today – the Terracotta Warriors. This afternoon we are going to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, with a history of almost 2000 years. A traditional Chinese cultural performance, the Tang Dynasty Show, with a special dumpling dinner, has been arranged for the night.
Days 7 Xian – Chengdu
Today we shall visit the famous Shaanxi Historical Museum. Among the 400,000 items on display, there are treasures from many Dynasties. We will then stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to visit the amazing Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets. After we will fly to Chengdu. A Sichuan dinner has been arranged for the night.
Days 8 Chengdu – Dazu
Travel by coach to the small town of Dazu. In the afternoon, we see some of the most fascinating rock carvings in the world – the Beishan Frescoes, which is a UNESCO world heritage site.
Days 9 Dazu – Chengdu
We visit the magnificent Baodin stone carvings in the morning. In the afternoon transfer back to Chengdu.
Days 10 Chengdu – Leshan – Chengdu
Travel to Leshan to visit the remarkable Grand Buddha, the world’s largest stone-carved Buddhist statue. In the evening we will be back in Chengdu.
Days 11 Chengdu – Shanghai
Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these adorable animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Then we will baord a flight to Shanghai.
Days 12 Shanghai
Today we will visit the classical Chinese Yu Yuan Garden, followed by a walk along the famous Bund, the city’s famous riverside boulevard, which is lined with magnificent former colonial buildings which now stand as monuments to Shanghai’s one-time notoriety. In the evening enjoy a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River.
Day 13 Shanghai – UK
Transfer to Shanghai Airport and fly back to the UK.
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