Compare Highlights Of China by Insider Journeys vs China Adventure Tour by Discovery Nomads
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5 | Excellent
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4.5 | Great
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| Duration | 10 days | 9 days |
| Price From | $ 2,665 | $ 2,219 |
| Price Per Day | $ 267 | $ 247 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Self-guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Internal airfare and ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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Breakfasts Daily ,1 Lunch and 1 Dinner |
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The contrasts in China are both striking and enthralling. Stroll amongst the shining skyscrapers in Shanghai and marvel at Terracotta Warriors and the melting pot of cultures in Xian. Unveil a complex history in Beijing and discover the culture in a visit to a local hutong home for lunch. Wander the vast Tiananmen Square, and walk the ancient Great Wall. With unexpected delights around every corner, this journey is packed with excitement. |
Climb the Great Wall, take a walk on Tiananmen Square and at the Forbidden City, see amazing Terracotta Warriors statues, taste local food in Shanghai and take a evening cruise to see sparkling Hong Kong from the water. |
Days 1-3: Shanghai
Accommodation: Park Hotel
On arrival in Shanghai, transfer to your hotel. If you wish, join your group for a welcome dinner. A walk along the Bund, a remnant of Shanghai's days as a trading port, reveals an impressive collection of Art Deco buildings. Find peace in the serene Yu Garden and explore the Confucius Temple and the neighborhoods of Old Shanghai. Enjoy a visit to the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao, famed for its tranquil canals which you will explore by boat. Visit the Propaganda Poster Art Center and marvel at the spectacle of the famed Shanghai acrobats in action.
Days 4-5 : Xian
Accommodation: Mercure on Renmin Square
Fly to Xian, and opt to join your fellow travelers for a dumpling dinner. Marvel at the spectacular scene of countless life-size Terracotta Warriors. Take a morning walk through City Park. See the old city walls and Big Goose Pagoda, and explore the exotic streets of the Muslim Quarter. You can also wander a calligraphy street before taking a high-speed train to bustling Beijing.
Days 6-10: Beijing
Accommodation: Novotel Beijing Xinqiao
Traverse the expanse of Tiananmen Square and then walk to the marvellous Forbidden City. Discover one of the few remaining backstreets, or hutongs, in Beijing when you enter a local home for lunch then take a rickshaw ride. View the famous Drum Tower and enjoy free time to explore the Wangfujing Night Markets. Visit the Temple of Heaven, the huge model of China's capital city at the Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall and the splendid Summer Palace. A short trip to Mutianyu brings you to a lesser-visited section of the incredible Great Wall of China. Spend your last night in Beijing enjoying a farewell Peking Duck dinner with fellow travelers. On your last day, enjoy free time before your departure transfer.
Day 1-3 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing at any time. On the first day we have not planned any events. On Day 2 visit some of the top attractions of Beijing and the surrounding area on this guided group tour. You’ll have the opportunity to walk along the Great Wall, marvel at the Royal Palace and other sites in the Forbidden City and stop to see Tiananmen Square.
Hotel: Grand Hyatt Beijing or similar.
Day 3-5 Xi`an
Travel by high speed comfortable train to Xian (5h). On the Day 4 uncover the mysterious mask of the eighth world wonder, the Terracotta Warriors. Feast your eyes on over 7,000 terracotta sculptures, an army ready for battle and explore one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world.
Hotel: Sheraton Xian or similar.
Day 5-7 Shanghai
Flight to Shanghai. In the evening explore the local restaurant scene of Shanghai on a 3-hour food tasting tour of the city center. Sample more than 15 traditional dishes from Shanghai on a 3-hour food tasting tour of the Yunnan Road. Try some of the best dumpling soup in the city and indulge your sweet tooth at a dessert store. On Day 6 explore the highlights of Shanghai, visit local markets, and the trendy Xintiandi district.
Hotel: Grand Kempinski Shanghai or similar.
Day 7-9 Hong Kong
Flight to Hong Kong. In the evening cruise along the coastal lines of Hong Kong and Kowloon Peninsula, see the the sparkling night city filled with skyscrapers and dazzling neon lights. Enjoy the famous the Symphony of Lights Cruise with unlimited drinks. On Day 8 get scenic photos of the city's famous Victoria Harbor view at Sky Terrace 428 after riding the Peak Tram on this city tour. Visit an ancient fishing village to get to know old Hong Kong and shop for souvenirs at Stanley Market.
Hotel: JW Marriott Hong Kong or similar.
