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China Encounter - with Air Canada

Experts in travel to China for the past 40 years! Travel to China on this group journey of her key sites staying in good value accommodation with English speaking guides. From the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing to the city of Suzhou, once called the Venice of the East, where you can explore classical gardens and gain insight into the silk trade, to the picturesque town of Wuxi, this trip covers the highlights. You'll then head onward to Hangzhou to discover this cultural gem and city of lore before traveling to Shanghai for a city tour. Complete with English speaking guides, many meals, and more!

Looking for another value trip to China? How about China's Wall, Warriors & Delta? For details, click Here.

Forbidden City

Forbidden City


Hangzhou

Hangzhou


Suzhou

Suzhou


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 Tour Style:
 Group 
 Tour Code:
 CHG11
 Tour Type:
 Group Travel 
 Activity Level:


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“We really enjoyed the tour and the people and facilities Tour East are employing in China are excellent. I would certainly recommend your company to anyone and we have been mentioning Tour East, by name, to all of our friends who are asking about our trip. Thank you again for your help in quickly and personally setting up our wonderful tour.”

joe & Cathy, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia -



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   TOUR AT A GLANCE

TOTAL COST FOR 2 FROM 

$2,899


  • Total Days: 10
  • Start: Beijing
  • End: Shanghai


  Tour Highlights

  • English speaking guides

  • 2-for-1 Special Promotion

  • Climb the Great Wall

  • Discover the historic city of Hangzhou

  • Admire the picturesque town of Wuxi

  • See classical gardens & canal homes in Suzhou

  • Take a city tour of Shanghai and have time at leisure



Accommodation & Itinerary at a Glance

 Location
 Nights
 Accommodation Category
Beijing 3 nights
Wanda Realm Hotel
★★★★
Suzhou 1 night
Pan Pacific Hotel
★★★★
Wuxi 1 night
Swiss-Belhotel Liyuan Hotel
★★★★
Hangzhou 1 night
Jinma Palace Hotel
★★★★
Shanghai 2 nights
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Hotel ★★★★

Accommodation may change. When and where this is required a similar or better alternative will be provided and advised before you depart on your tour.


   DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Day 1 – Depart Home City

Fly to Beijing, the political, economic and cultural center of the People's Republic of China.


Day 2 – Arrival in Beijing

Upon your arrival in Beijing, you will be met for your transportation to the hotel. Receive assistance with check-in and have the remainder of the day at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Beijing

Day 3 – Beijing

Begin your city tour visiting Tiananmen Square and then head to the Forbidden City, the largest and the best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world, for a guided tour. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and then stop by the Tongrentang Chinese Medicine Institute, which was designated to provide medicine for the royal pharmacy of the imperial palace of the Qing Dynasty. You’ll return to the hotel for the rest of the day free at your leisure.

Optional: Temple of Heaven, Hutong by Rickshaw & Dinner - $85 per person. Please inquire.

  • Overnight in Beijing
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 4 – Beijing

Looking like a gigantic dragon across deserts, grasslands and mountains, the Great Wall of China is one of the 'Eight Wonders of the World'. We tour the Juyongguan portion of the Great Wall in the morning and stop by a Jade Workshop where we will gain insight about precious jade. Afterwards, return to the city and drive by the Olympic Village and have a photo stop at the Bird’s Nest & Water Cube Stadiums.

Optional: Legend of Kung Fu Show (evening) - $60 per person. Please inquire.

Optional: Peking Duck Dinner (evening) - $55 per person. Please inquire.

  • Overnight in Beijing
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch 

Day 5 – Beijing - Suzhou

After breakfast, take the high speed train to Suzhou, often referred to as the "Venice of the East". Upon arrival, visit Suzhou’s Bird Nest Stadium, an impressive structure, and then have the evening free at your leisure. 
  

Optional: Boat Ride on Grand Canal (evening) - $35 per person. Please inquire.

  • Overnight in Suzhou
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 6 – Suzhou - Wuxi

Visit Suzhou’s Lotus Garden, also named the Couple's Garden, a cultural heritage site, and then stop by the silk embroidery factory for a demonstration on the silk-making process. Head onward to your next destination, Wuxi, and stop at the Tea-Pot Center, and then visit Li Garden, beautifully located on the banks of Tai Lake.

  • Overnight in Wuxi
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 7 - Wuxi - Hangzhou

Head to Hangzhou, en route stopping at a Pearl Breeding Center for a short visit. On arrival in Hangzhou, take a boat ride on West Lake and then check-in to your hotel for the evening free at your leisure.

Optional: Impressions of West Lake Show (evening) - $90 per person. Please inquire.

  • Overnight in Hangzhou
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8 – Hangzhou - Shanghai

Visit the Dragon Well Tea Plantation to have a taste of the famous Dragon Well green tea, and then transfer to Shanghai and visit the historic Bund waterfront, the City God Temple Plaza, and pedestrian-friendly Nanjing Road.

Optional: ERA Acrobatic Show (evening) - $85 per person. Please inquire.

  • Overnight in Shanghai
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 9 – Shanghai 

This morning, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, stop by a Jewel Store, and then discover the hip and historic Xintiandi neighbourhood before returning to the hotel for the afternoon free at your leisure.

Optional: Lunch, Modern Shanghai Experience, Huangpu River Cruise - $125 per person. Please inquire.

  • Overnight in Shanghai
  • Meals: Breakfast 

Day 10 – Shanghai - Departure

Meet at the hotel at the appointed time for your transportation to the airport for your departure flight. Checkout at 12 noon.

  • Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Climb the Great Wall of China.


Day 8: Take a walk through history as you explore the culturally rich city of Hangzhou.


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This is a group tour with a fixed itinerary and tour dates. If you would be interested in your own customized and privately guided tour of China, please contact us at tour@toureast.com or click the link below and we'll be glad to design a tour just for you.

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   SPECIAL OFFER
Tour Dates 2019

Trip Cost for 2
(including Airfare from Toronto)
Single Room Supplement

 
April 26 - May 5 SOLD OUT
September 27 - October 6, 2019 $2,899 in total for 2 guests, sharing a room $399 Book >
October 25 - November 3, 2019 $2,899 in total for 2 guests, sharing a room $399 Book >

Prices shown are in total for 2 guests sharing a room (twin sharing). Each trip date is a guaranteed departure with a minimum of 10 guests. The Single Room Supplement cost is in addition to half of the Twin Sharing cost for those who would like a single room. This is a group tour where you will be joining with others who have also booked into your chosen tour date. All taxes, and tips to guides & drivers are included. China entry visa is not included.

  Tour Includes:

Group travel, international airfare on Air Canada (from Toronto only - other cities on request), all taxes, accommodations as mentioned or similar with daily breakfast, touring with English speaking expert local guides, air-conditioned bus transportation, activities & admissions as per the itinerary, high speed train ticket from Beijing to Suzhou, shoppings, meals as indicated, all gratuities to guides & drivers, and airport transfers. 

  Add-ons, Optionals & Upgrades:

International Flights
This trip is inclusive of international airfare with Air Canada from Toronto only. For other departure cities, please contact us at 1.877.578.8888 or tour@toureast.com for a quote. We have preferred rates with all major airlines. contact us for the best available airfare from your departure city.

Optional Tours & Activities
The price above includes what is outlined in the itinerary, however we can further enhance your experience with additional optional tours, night activities, or cultural shows. Please contact us at tour@toureast.com for more information.

  Handicrafts, Shopping & Cultural Insights:

Note that this tour includes shopping at specialty shops providing opportunities to purchase, learn, and gain valuable cultural insight on items such as Jade, Pearls, Silk, and more. Contact us for more information.



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