China Highlights

10 days - from $1985

An ideal introduction to the famous sights of Beijing, Xian and Shanghai

The eastern flank of China is of enormous historical and cultural interest. The Qin and Han Dynasties, which lasted for some 500 years, were founded in Xian. This city is considered the birthplace of a united China. Both the Ming and Qing Dynasties held sway in Beijing from the end of the 14th Century until 1911, when the last emperor was deposed. European influences also seeped into the region, first to Guangzhou (Canton), then later to Shanghai and Hong Kong. As a result there are many fascinating historical sites to discover.

Starting in Beijing we explore all the major places of interest, including the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace. We also visit a mostly unrestored and remote section of the Great Wall, allowing you to absorb the immenseness of this incredible structure without jostling for a position with thousands of other tourists. Xian is home to both a flourishing Muslim population and the world renowned 2,000-year-old Terracotta Warriors. We then fly to Shanghai, the largest city in China, once known as the Paris of the East.

Highlights

• Shanghai
• Terracotta Warriors of Xian
• The Forbidden City

Itinerary:

Day 1: Beijing2-4: Beijing5-6: Xian7-8: Shanghai9: Zhouzhang10: Shanghai
Included:

• The services of Peregrine’s expert English-speaking Chinese tour leader throughout the tour, and local guides at some sites.

• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where applicable): Beijing; Xian including the Terracotta Warriors; and the water town of Zhouzhang.

• Walk on a remote section of the Great Wall at Simatai.

• Local flight from Xian to Shanghai.

• Overnight train from Beijing to Xian in a ‘soft-class’, four-berth compartment.

• Arrival transfer.

International flights, international and domestic departure taxes, departure transfer, visas, insurance, other meals, any optional tours and activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.