Postcard from China - 10 days

Postcard from China - 10 days

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Postcard from China - 10 days

10 Days Starting in Beijing and ending in Shanghai

Visiting: Beijing, Great Wall of China, Jinan, Qufu, Shanghai, Suzhou

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

237/PFC

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 4

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

Any age, but ensure train cabins and rooming booked accordingly to what is most suitable for the family

Tour operated in:
English

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Tour Overview

PRIVATE TOUR: From Beijing to Shanghai via the Jinan Province, visit UNESCO sites, Qufu - Confucius' birthplace, sacred Tai Shan, ancient Suzhou and its many waterways, concluding in bustling Shanghai.

Highlights

  • Beijing- Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, UNESCO-listed Great Wall, UNESCO-listed Ming Tombs

  • Jinan - capital of Shandong Province

  • UNESCO-listed Mt Tai Shan (Peaceful Mountain)

  • Suzhou- UNESCO-listed gardens, Grand Canal and waterways, Humble Administrator’s Garden, Silk factory

  • UNESCO-listed Qufu - birthplace of Confucius

  • Shanghai- Shanghai Plaza Tower, The Bund and Old Shanghai, Yuyuan Garden, Huang River skyline of Pudong City

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Beijing
Location: Beijing
Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Beijing and the start of your holiday. Arrival transfer from airport to hotel.

Day 2 : Beijing
Location: Beijing
Meals Included: Breakfast

A guided tour of Beijing today takes in Tiananmen Square, which home of the mausoleum of Chairman Mao Tse-tung, the father of the Communist People’s Republic, and the striking Monument to the People’s Heroes. Across the way is the Forbidden City. A vision in grandeur with its imperial yellow roofs and vermilion walls, the Forbidden City was forbidden to all except those on imperial business until 1911, when the last emperor, Puyi, was removed from the throne. Beijing was always a walled city but the Forbidden City, seat of the great emperors, was the innermost sanctum of the city. Built between 1406 and 1420, it served as the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties. Enjoy a guided walk through the city’s many temples, grand halls and courtyards.

Day 3 : Great Wall
Location: Great Wall of China
Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, travel beyond Beijing to Badaling, where you can walk (and almost climb on some sections) on the Great Wall. No matter how many pictures you’ve seen, the Great Wall of China is grand. Following a ridge of barren hills through northern China, it stretches as far as the eye can see - at least 6,700 kms. Continuing, a visit is made to the tombs of the Ming emperors, where some 13 emperors were interred. The tombs are approached via a sacred gateway and gate houses.

Day 4 : Jinan
Location: Jinan
Meals Included: Breakfast

Beijing - Jinan. Free morning. Afternoon train from Beijing to Jinan. Located south of the Yellow River as it makes its final thrust to the sea, Jinan, the capital of Shandong Province is famous for its springs. Shandong also produces the famous brew - Tsingtao beer at the former German colony of Qingdao.

Day 5 : Qufu
Location: Qufu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Jinan - Qufu. Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO listed Tai Shan (Peaceful Mountain), perhaps the holiest of the five Chinese holy mountains devoted to Taoism. The upper reaches are approached by cable-car. Visit also Bu Yang Village. Continue to Qufu, birthplace of the sage - Confucius, where tonight by rickshaw, you’ll travel to the Apricot Altar Theatre, to enjoy a Confucius Singing and Dancing Show.

Day 6 : Qufu
Location: Qufu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy a tai ch’i lesson with a Master if you choose. Occupying a hallowed place in the minds of the legions of Chinese, Japanese and Koreans who come here on pilgrimage, Qufu is greatly revered. Although the sage lived in relative obscurity, his descendents lived in the grand Confucius Mansion (Kong Fu) in the heart of Qufu. Wielding immense political clout and wealth, the Kong family, referred to as the First Family Under Heaven, built a palatial mansion. Next to the mansion is the Confucius Temple (Kong Miao), a lengthy complex of memorial gateways, courtyards and pavilions. Afterwards a rickshaw tour around the Old City. Later, overnight train to Shanghai.

Day 7 : Shanghai
Location: Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast

Train - Shanghai. Once known for its decadent magnetism that attracted fortune-seekers and adventurers, Shanghai looks like a European city in a Chinese setting. Enjoy a big day out touring the Shanghai Plaza Tower, charming Yuyuan Gardens, and the Old City. This evening, witness Shanghai’s illuminated skyline on a Huangpu River cruise.

Day 8 : Suzhou
Location: Suzhou
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Shanghai - Suzhou - Shanghai. Today take a day trip by high speed train to ancient Suzhou, a Venetian-like town with its UNESCO-listed gardens and many waterways and bridges. Here you can take a cruise on the Grand Canal, which stretches over 1,000 miles from Beijing to Hangzhou and crosses the Yellow and Yangtze rivers, constructed more than 2,000 years ago serving as China’s main North-South artery. The hive of activity comprising of boats and people both on and along the Canal offers an amazing sight and later visit a silk textile factory. Or choose to visit the Fish-Net Master’s Garden and Tiger Hill, before returning to Shanghai.

Day 9 : Shanghai
Location: Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast

A day of leisure to enjoy the sights of Shanghai independently. Perhaps take a stroll along the Bund or shop on the famous Nanjing Road. Tonight perhaps consider drinks, jazz and nibbles at the historic Peace Hotel on the Bund.

Day 10 : Shanghai
Location: Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast

Hotel check-out and included onward transfer to airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Superior (deluxe available on request)

  • 8 nights superior hotels (deluxe upgrade available on request) and 1 night overnight train - Qufu - Shanghai (4-berth sleeper cabin)

  • 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner

  • Tai Shan - cable car ride

  • Rickshaw ride in Old City of Qufu and Confucius show

  • Suzhou - historic Grand Canal cruise

  • Tai Ch'i lesson

  • Shanghai - Huangpu River cruise

  • Airport arrival from Beijing Capital Airport on day 1 and departure transfer Shanghai on day 10

  • Touring and excursions as per itinerary

  • All relevant transfers and transportation

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What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

  • Laundry, drinks, items of a personal nature

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Check out our Q&As

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    v

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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