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• World Heritage Ancient Silk Road • 13 Days |
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Dreams will come true and everlasting memories will be created as you discover China through our china tour.
★ 『 Silk Road 』China's vast western region is accessible to travelers along the classic Silk Road, although historically, the trade route was never called such until a German geographer gave it that romantic name in the late 1800s. In AD 200, this transcontinental route linked the Roman Empire in the west with the imperial court of China. Trade along the route was carried on by foreign traders who belonged to neither of the two old empires. |
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★『Beijing』is one of six ancient capital cities of China, as well as a world-renowned historical and tourist city. Most of the scenic spots have their religionary connotation.
◎ Points of interest：Palace Museum-the Forbidden City、The Temple of Heaven、Summer Palace、Great Wall、The Tian'anmen Square.
★ Local food dishes:Beijing: Peking Duck, Traditional Hot-Pot Food. Urumqi: Baked Lamb Bunches, Ethnic Cuisine, Baked Mutton. Tuppan: Xinjiang Noodles, Pilaf Jiayuguan：Stewed Chicken, Baked Lamp Leg. Lanzhou: Famous Lanzhou Noodles.
★ Special Program: Beijing: Acrobatic Show, Xi’an: Tang Dynasty Dancing Show, Urumqi: Uygur Performance. |
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Day 1/2 |
Depart West Coast today aboard a spacious jet for your transpacific journey and cross the International Dateline.
Breakfast：xxx Lunch：xxx Dinner：xxx
Hotel：on the plane |
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Day 03 |
When arriving in Beijing, you will be greeted by our professional tour guide at the Beijing Capital Airport and then transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day will be free for your own leisure, and you can choose other scenic spots to visit at your own expense.
Breakfast：xxx Lunch：xxx Dinner：xxx
Hotel : Hotel Nikko New Century Beijing or similar 5* |
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Day 04 |
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Heaven, where emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties worshiped heaven and prayed for an abundant harvest. Then visit the Great Wall, the only man-made structure on the earth that can be observed by the naked eyes from the outer space. On the way, visit out side view of the main Olympic Staduim - known as the Bird Nest and the Water Cube. Visit the Jade Factory.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Hotel Nikko New Century Beijing or similar 5* |
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Day 05 |
Fly westwards to Urumqi, the highest altitude city in the world. Step on the mystical silk road where East meets West. Visit Xinjiang Museum, the Hongshan Park and go shopping in the 「Government Craftwork in People's Hall」. Tonight, we shall enjoy the special Roast Lamb dinner.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：Roast lamb
Hotel : Mirage Hotel or similar 5* |
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Day 06 |
In the morning, we shall take a cable car up to Mt. Tianshan and visit Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) by boat. Then we shall head for Turpan, an oasis amid the desert, and renowned for its grapes and honeydew melons. Afterwards, we shall visit the Silk Road Jade and Carpet Workshop. Tonight, we could enjoy a traditional singing and dancing show.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Turpan Hotel or local best |
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Day 07 |
Today, we shall visit the very interesting Karez Well, an underground irrigation system that carries melted snow from Mt.Tianshan to the fields below. Then visit the Ancient City of Gaochang, the Ancient City of Jiaohe and the Flaming Mountain. In the evening you will go to Dunhuang via an overnight sleeper train.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Rest in the overnight sleeper train |
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Day 08 |
When arriving in Dunhuang, one of the most historic destinations along China's Silk Road, also a huge center of Buddhist art, we shall visit the world famous Mogao Grottoes, designated as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO for its 1600-year accumulated cultural, architectural, and art treasures. There remains 492 cave temples and 45000 square meters of frescos. Then, pay a visit to the Crescent Moon Spring and sand dunes at Mingsha. During the tour, we could visit the local silk and carpet store.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Dunhuang Hotel or local best |
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Day 09 |
| → Dunhuang - Jiayuguan Pass - Lanzhou |
After breakfast, the tour bus will head for Jiayuguan , a city that has many renowned places of historic interest and scenic beauty, namely, the Jiayuguan Pass and the other attractions. Jiayuguan Pass is the first pass at the west end of the Great Wall of China and was built during the Ming Dynasty. It is located at the foot of Jiayuguan Hill, between two hills of which the Pass lies, so earned the name "The First and Greatest Pass under the Heaven". During the visit, we could have a chance to drop in at Lumia Cap Workshop. Then we shall move on to Lanzhou by an overnight sleeper train.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Rest in the overnight sleeper train |
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Day 10 |
This morning, we shall arrive in Lanzhou, the very important section of the Silk Road. The Yellow River runs through this city. Then, we shall visit the Wuquan Mountain Park and the No.1 Bridge of the Yellow River. Then, we shall fly to Xi'an, the ancient capital of 11 different dynasties.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Castle Hotel or similar 5* |
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Day 11 |
Xi'an was the capital of ancient China for 11 dynasties extending 1000 years. You are going to visit the amazing Terra Cotta Warriors - thousands of life size clay warriors, horses and chariots which were part of the tomb of the first emperor of Qin Dynasty, discovered in 1974 by a farmer who was digging a well. And, after the visit, you can buy the imitative clay terra-cotta warriors in the factory. Afterwards, we shall visit the Huaqing Hot Spring. Then, proceed to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Dynasty Bell Tower. A Dumplings Feast will be served for your dinner. Tonight you will enjoy the spectacular Tang Dynasty Dance Show.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Castle Hotel or similar 5* |
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Day 12 |
Fly to Shanghai, one of the largest commercial cities in China. Spend the day visiting beautiful traditional garden - Yu Garden, Cheng Huang Temple, the Bund and shopping along Nanjing Road. You can also view the Oriental Pearl TV Tower (No Ascending).
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：included Dinner：included
Hotel : Guang Dong Hotel or similar 5* |
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Day 13 |
After breakfast, we could visit the hand-made craftwork center. Then, we shall transfer to the airport, ending the wonderful 13 days China tour.
Breakfast：in hotel Lunch：xxx Dinner：xxx
Fly back to Home |
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Tour Date & Price (Exclude 7/16 - 8/31) |
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| → Hot deals ! seats are limited ! Please reserve ASAP. |
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| •Tour fee include : Delux 5* Hotel or local best + Admission + Meals + Experienced and knowledgeable tour guide. |
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| •Tour fee exclude : Air Ticket + Tax + Personal expense + Tour guide & Driver Gratuity. |
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| •Tax + Q based on ticket issue date, early departure or late return add $100. |
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•In order to avoid will have the dispute in the future, Please make attention in following words:
1. The group size are least 10 people, if the group insufficient 10 people, Choicest Holiday will retain cancels right of the group. The advance payment will fully refund.
2. If China YUAN Renminbi exchange rate or the scenic spot admission fee increased by China government, The passenger have to make up balance.
3. We recommend passenger to buy extra travel insurance (example: Travel Guard) to prohibit tour canceled or delay under any situation.
4. We reserved the rights to modify the itinerary or cancel trip without liability. |
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