Great Wall and Warriors (family)

10 days - from $2005

Walk the wall, outstare the warriors and cook up a storm – this is a classic adventure! The first stop on this fantastic adventure is China's most famous landmark - the Great Wall. We travel to a quiet section of the wall and walk along this mighty fortification, which stretches for miles towards the horizon. Back in Beijing we explore the Forbidden City and also do as the local kids do - fly kites in Tiananmen Square. Travelling south by train, we visit the Terracotta Warriors of Xian. Buried for 2,000 years, each one has a different costume, height and even facial expression! The spectacular limestone karsts of Yangshuo are best explored by bike; we cycle amongst lush paddy fields, before stopping for lunch at a local family's home. After cruising down the Li River, we board a ferry bound for the shimmering skyscrapers and bright lights of Hong Kong.

Highlights

• Kite flying in Tiananmen Square, Beijing
• Ride amongst the beautiful forested plinths of Yangshuo and Guilin
• The emperors, eunuchs and concubines of the Forbidden City, Beijing
• The Great Wall of China
• The mercury rivers and terracotta warriors of Xian

Itinerary:

Day 1: (Sat) Arrive in Beijing and transfer to hotel.2: Day trip to Great Wall at Mutianyu. Return to Beijing in the afternoon.3: Fly kites in Tiananmen Square, tour the Forbidden City and explore the sights of Beijing. Overnight train to Xian.4: Half-day tour to the Terracotta Warriors.5: Free day to explore Xian.6: Fly to Guilin, travel to Yangshuo. Cooking class.7: Ride bikes in Yangshuo, stopping for lunch at a local family's home.8: Boat cruise down Li River. Overnight train to Guangzhou.9: Board ferry and travel to Hong Kong.10: Trip ends in Hong Kong this morning (Mon).
Included: Local tour leader, arrival and departure transfers, transport. sightseeing and entrance fees.
Not Included: Visa costs, international flights, departure taxes, insurance (obligatory on all trips), other meals, drinks, any optional additional tours and activities during free time, spending of a personal nature such as tips, laundry, drinks, souvenirs.
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Valid From: 01 Jan 09
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Starts/Ends: Beijing to Hong Kong (China) (Country)
Trip Reference: PTGW