CHINA

A China Experience

From ZAR19 760 - 11 Days, Fully Inclusive From South Africa

For a brief introduction to China or for visitors with limited time available, our China Experience tour is the perfect choice as it covers the essentials of China in one concise and memorable programme. Visiting such icons as the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, the Terracotta Warriors in Xian as well as the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, we also have time to explore the charming, ancient canal town of Wuzhen.

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1-2: South Africa to Shanghai

Fly with Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. Upon arrival we will transfer to our hotel for 3 nights. In the evening enjoy a welcome banquet of traditional Shanghai cuisine.
 

Day 3: Shanghai - Wuzhen

Travel by coach to the picturesque canal town of Wuzhen. Discover its many wonders before returning to Shanghai.
 

Day 4: Shanghai

Shanghai is known as the “Paris of the East”. Experience this exciting city on sightseeing tours of the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town. After lunch we visit Shanghai Museum, the famous Bund, explore the restored area of Xintiandi with its 1920’s architectural style ‘shikumen’ buildings and indulge in some shopping along Nanjing Road. In the evening enjoy a panoramic cruise on the Huangpu River.
 

Day 5-6: Shanghai to Xian

Fly to the ancient city of Xian (which means Western Peace) 2 nights. Dinner tonight will be a sumptuous Shui Jiao Banquet, a specialty of the region. On the following day we will view the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th Century, the life-size Terracotta Warriors and the Ancient City Wall, one of the few remaining in all of China. Complete the day with a performance of Tang Dynasty Dancing.
 

Day 7: Xian to Beijing

Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda, the renowned Shaanxi Museum and stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter, where we will visit the Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets before flying to Beijing for 3 nights. This afternoon visit the Temple of Heaven and enjoy a sample of the local delicacy ‘Peking Duck’. 
 

Days 8-9: Beijing

Beijing is a city full of wonders. Our sightseeing today includes a visit to the treasure filled Forbidden City; stroll along famous Tiananmen Square and past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum. Our evening entertainment will be a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic Show. The following day enjoy an exciting walk on the Great Wall and visit the exquisite Summer Palace. 
 

Day 10: Depart Beijing

Enjoy a shopping spree at the famous copy Markets before transferring to the airport to board our return flight to South Africa.
 

Day 11: Arrive South Africa

Arrive home this morning filled with many wonderful memories.

Price Guide

From ZAR19 760 per person 11 Days Fully Inclusive
Departing Johannesburg
From ZAR2 480 Single Hotel Supplement
From ZAR11 100 per person Land Only
Approx $68 per person Compulsory Tipping (See Booking Conditions)

 

Tour
Code
Depart
SA
Arrive
SA
2010 
T19071
23 Jan
02 Feb
T19072
13 Feb
23 Feb
T19073
06 Mar
16 Mar
T19074
20 Mar
30 Mar
T19075
03 Apr
13 Apr
T19076
17 Apr
27 Apr
T19077
01 May
11 May
T19078
08 May
18 May
T19079
22 May
02 Jun
T190710
29 May
09 Jun
T190711
05 Jun
15 Jun
T190712
12 Jun
23 Jun
T190713
17 Jul
28 Jul
T190714
07 Aug
18 Aug
T190715
21 Aug
01 Sep
T190716
04 Sep
15 Sep
T190717
11 Sep
22 Sep
T190718
18 Sep
29 Sep
T190719
02 Oct
13 Oct
T190720
09 Oct
20 Oct
T190721
16 Oct
27 Oct
T190722
30 Oct
10 Nov
T190723
13 Nov
24 Nov
2011 
T19080
22 Jan
02 Feb
T19081
12 Feb
23 Feb
T19082
05 Mar
16 Mar
T19083
19 Mar
30 Mar
T19084
02 Apr
13 Apr
T19085
16 Apr
27 Apr
T19086
30 Apr
11 May
T19087
07 May
18 May
T19088
21 May
01 Jun
T19089
28 May
07 Jun
T190810
04 Jun
15 Jun
T190811
11 Jun
22 Jun


 

 

Travel Info

Country Info

Inclusions

  • Return international economy class airfares
  • Domestic flights within China
  • All meals and accommodation
  • All transportation, daily tours and entrance fees
  • National Tour Escort accompanying you throughout your destination with a minimum of 10 passengers and/or English speaking local guides in each city.
  • Visa fees for South African passport holders
  • Domestic taxes 
  • An impressive Wendy Wu Tours travel wallet
     

Exclusions

  • International airport taxes
  • Personal expenditure such as drinks, laundry service and souvenirs
  • Compulsory Tipping
  • Arrangements and taxes in Singapore/Hong Kong if required
  • Land Only package excludes visa fees and arrival and departure transfers
  • Prices do not include camera and video charges
  • Local airport taxes if applicable
  • Insurance
     

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