Magnificent China
Magnificent China
Magnificent China
22 Days Starting in UK and ending in UK
Visiting: Beijing, ሀመር።, Great Wall of China, Xi'an, Chengdu, Yichang, Guilin, Yangshuo County, Shanghai, Suzhou
Tour operator:
Tour code:
434
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
8 - 28
Physical rating:
Low, Reasonable level of fitness required. Time spent on your feet rather than covering long distances.
Age range:
16-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Art Galleries & Museums, Boat/Cruise Excursion, Rail Excursion
Private Available:
Request A Private Tour
From:
$6113
$4976 (USD)
including Flights from the UK
Operator discount: -$875
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$262
-19%
Tour Overview
From the Great Wall to the Giant Pandas, China is home to a great number of magnificent and world-renowned sights; this unmissable adventure incorporates them all.
Walk on the Great Wall of China
Experience the spectacular Terracotta Warriors
Spend 4 nights on the Yangtze River
Get up close to the lovable pandas
Relax with a scenic cruise on Li River
Explore the Yangshuo countryside
Soak up the culture in vibrant Shanghai
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Fly Overnight To Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Beijing, China's historic capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 1 - 2 : Fly Overnight To Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Beijing, China's historic capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 1 - 2 : Fly Overnight To Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Beijing, China's historic capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3 : Imperial Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, head to Beijing's symbolic heart, Tiananmen Square and stroll into the sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden City to discover a complex full of imperial riches. Take a leisurely stroll through the narrow alleys of the warren-like hutongs and learn more about living in this traditional area. This evening, sit down to a traditional dinner of Peking duck.
Day 4 : The Great Wall
Location: Great Wall of China
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning is dedicated to China's most iconic sight — the Great Wall. Taking a walk on this incredible structure is the best way to appreciate both the sheer magnificence of the wall itself and the dramatic scenery that surrounds it. Visit a jade factory then spend the afternoon at the idyllic Summer Palace, wandering through traditional Chinese gardens and seeing the exquisite architecture.
Day 5 : Temple Of Heaven
Location: Beijing, Xi'an
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the morning soaking up the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban landscape and mingle with the locals as they practise Tai Chi, dance or play cards. Later, take the bullet train to Xian, the ancient former capital.
Day 6 : Terracotta Warriors
Location: Xi'an
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s, the Terracotta Army of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever since. Spend the morning viewing the enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors and horses. Also visit the Xian Art Ceramics and Lacquer Workshop to see where the warriors are intricately recreated. Tonight, feast on traditional Shui Jiao dumplings and watch a Tang Dynasty dance show.
Day 7 : Ancient City Walls
Location: Xi'an
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and take a stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th-century city walls that enclose Xian's old town. Later this afternoon, explore the narrow streets of the atmospheric Muslim Quarter, which are lined with Islamic food stalls. Here, you will gain an insight into the city’s fascinating culture and significance as the start of the Silk Road.
Day 8 : Bullet Train To Chengdu
Location: Chengdu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Board the bullet train to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province. Tonight, there is an option to see a performance of Sichuan Opera, famous for 'face-changing'.
Day 9 : Chengdu Panda Reserve
Location: Chengdu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Chengdu's famous Panda Conservation Centre to see and learn about China's celebrated bears up close in surroundings that mirror their natural habitat. A look around the informative museum gives an overview of the reserve's breeding programme. Later, stroll through the vibrant People's Park with a stop at Matchmaker's Corner, where parents search for worthy suitors for their children. Also stop at a traditional tea house and wander through the Wide and Narrow Alleys. Tonight, dine on delicious Sichuanese food.
Day 10 : Board Your Cruise
Location: Yichang
Accommodation: Overnight Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to Yichang to board your Yangtze River cruise vessel, where you will stay for the next four nights.
Day 14 : Bullet Train To Guilin
Location: Guilin
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Disembark in Chongqing and then board the bullet train to the beautiful city of Guilin.
Day 15 : Li River Cruise
Location: Yangshuo County
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take a relaxed cruise along the Li River to the charming town of Yangshuo. Around every river bend is a view to take your breath away as jagged karst peaks loom over rural scenes of lush greenery, grazing buffalo and local fishermen.
Day 16 : Yangshuo
Location: Yangshuo County
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Yangshuo sits in an exquisite rural location, surrounded by landscapes of emerald-green paddy fields and dramatic limestone karsts. Spend the morning exploring the countryside and stop on the banks of the Li River for a photo opportunity with a cormorant fisherman. This afternoon is at leisure where you can choose from the many optional activities available including cycling, bamboo rafting and hiking.
Day 17 : Discover Guilin
Location: Guilin
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel back to Guilin and enjoy a walk around Ronghu Lake and admire the Sun and Moon pagodas – two towering examples of traditional Chinese-Buddhist architecture. Discover the colourful stalagmites and stalactites of Reed Flute Cave and continue to the South China Pearl Factory to see the fascinating 1,700-year history of pearling in the South China Sea with displays and demonstrations.
Day 18 : Fly To Shanghai
Location: Shanghai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to the exuberant and cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the 'Paris of the East'. Later, spend some time in the city's Xintiandi area, a vibrant entertainment district made up of traditional 19th-century Shikumen architecture.
Day 19 : Historic Suzhou
Location: Suzhou
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Suzhou. Suzhou is renowned for its gardens – visit one of its finest, the Humble Administrator's Garden. Cruise the Grand Canal before returning to Shanghai for a dinner of Shanghainese cuisine.
Day 22 : Fly Shanghai To Uk
Location: Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
What's Included
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Fully Inclusive
Touring with Guides and entrance fees
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Cruise
Yangtze River Cruise, Li River Cruise, Huangpu River Cruise
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Accommodation
20 nights in 4 star
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Country Entry Visas
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Entrance Fees
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Local Taxes
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Drinks with Meals
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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What's the standard of development?
Though parts of China match the west in modernity and technological advances, it is important to remember that China is still a developing country and as such, many aspects of tourism in China do not have the solid infrastructure and safety standards as seen here in the west.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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Free Date Changes
Wendy Wu allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 0 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Wendy Wu requires a minimum deposit of 350 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of wendy wu charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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How we Keep you safe on our Tours
Your safety and well-being will always be our Number 1 priority which is why we’ve instituted the most stringent COVID health and safety protocols on all of our tours. Here is a brief summary of the steps we are taking to ensure you will be safe, secure and satisfied when you travel with us.
Guides and National Escorts
Our National Escorts and guides will conduct a Health and Safety briefing with you before the tour begins and will help everyone ensure they adhere to social distancing, hygiene practises and local regulations. They will carry a supply of face masks and hand sanitiser for you to use free of charge and will, of course, observe the highest level of personal hygiene at all times.
Should anyone on the group fall ill your National Escort will ensure the individual receives swift medical attention and can only return to the group once cleared to do so.
Transport & Sightseeing
Vehicles will be thoroughly cleaned with disinfectant after each excursion service, overnight and between different groups.
You will always have at least one seat between you and your fellow tourers, hand sanitiser will be given to the group on each embarkation and vehicles will be thoroughly ventilated prior to passengers boarding.
Drivers will always embark vehicles after clients, disembark the group vehicle prior to clients disembarking, and maintain social distancing and a high level of personal hygiene at all times.
Your guides will assess the situation on the ground avoiding large crowds – where possible, alter timings and splitting the group into smaller sizes.
Accommodation
Wendy Wu Tours will only offer hotels that have undergone a detailed hygiene assessment, have specific COVID-19 protocols in place and comply with government standards.
We will ensure these protocols include staff practising social distancing and wearing appropriate PPI, regular cleaning and disinfection of high frequency touch points in all areas and food safety.
Dining
All the restaurants we visit will be researched and inspected regularly to ensure that they follow the strictest health, cleanliness and safety guidelines.
All waiting staff will wear face masks and gloves and we will arrange à la carte dining, waiter-served meals or waiter-assisted buffets throughout the tour. We will not share open-buffet meals with other hotel or restaurant guests.
Hand sanitiser will be provided to the group before and after every food and beverage service.
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