Shanghai - Suzhou - Xi'an - Beijing
Ever wondered what it would be like to explore a country, with such diversity. Visit places of historical and cultural significance and in contrast visit places, which ooze style and are as advanced in modern life as the world's best countries. Boasting so many tourist hot spots, China is fast becoming the place to visit.

Tour code: DTT - DC04

Day 01: Shanghai
Arrival at Shanghai. Transfer to New Asia Hotel or similar hotel on arrival.
Day 02: Shanghai
Day tour to Old City and the Yu Garden, which was built in the Ming and Qing styles and is the most famous classical garden in Shanghai. Also visit the Bund, located along the banks of the Huangpu River, the picturesque Bund is the symbol of Shanghai. During the afternoon Leisure time is given to explore Shanghai's stylish downtown. (B/L)
Day 03: Shanghai - Suzhou
Board train (approximately 45 minutes) with first class soft seats to Suzhou in the morning and transfer to Nanyuan Hotel or similar hotel upon arrival. Visit The Master of Net Garden renowned for its great beauty, tranquility and elegance. (B/L)
Day 04: Suzhou - Xi'an
Spend the day at leisure to discover Suzhou, renowned for its scenic beauty for many years and also noted as one of China's most ancient cities. Board an overnight train (approximately 15 hours) to Xi'an with soft sleeping - bed. (B)
OPTIONAL: Visit the Embroidery Research Institute - the organization for the study of needling techniques and also uncover Tiger Hill. This 26 meter high Slanting Pagoda is the symbol of ancient Suzhou City. Also visit the Grand Canal. (B/L) $98 p/p
Day 05: Xi'an
Arrive in Xi'an early morning. Transfer to the Orient Hotel or similar hotel on arrival. Visit Terracotta Warriors and Horses where more than 7,000 life sized terracotta warriors and horses have been unearthed near the Tomb of Emperor Qin Shihuang. Encounter the Banpo Museum filled with artifacts from approximately 6,000 years ago, from a matriarchal commune of the Yellow River region. (B/L)
Day 06: Xi'an - Beijing
Leisure time to explore Xi'an's many historical sites. Known as the city of "Everlasting Peace" Xi'an is one of the most important cradles of Chinese civilization and marks the start of the famous "Silk Road." Board overnight train to (approximately 15 hours) to Beijing with soft sleeping - bed. (B)
OPTIONAL: Tour to the City Wall, China's only well preserved large-scale city wall surrounded by moats. Visit the Big Wild-Goose Pagoda, which was first built in the Tang Dynasty; it is the symbol of Xi'an. (B/L) $98 p/p
Day 07: Beijing
In the morning arrival in Beijing, which with meaning of Northern Capital, has always been capital of the nation except for the brief period during the civil war in the first half of this century, when Chiang Kai-Shek moved his government to Nanjing. It has been the centre of power under the Mongols, the Ming, the Manchu and now the Republic of China for a period spanning almost seven hundred years, and then transfer to Harmony Hotel or similar on arrival. Discover the Summer Palace, the grand imperial palace and royal garden of the Qing Dynasty. The Summer Palace is home to tens of thousands of valuable cultural relics. Also visit the Forbidden City. Built between 1406 and 1420, it served as the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties. (B/L)
Day 08: Beijing
Day tour to Great Wall and Ming Tombs. Both of these tourist attractions represent cultural and traditional works from China's earlier days. The Great Wall being China's most famous attraction and the Ming Tombs which are a group of mausoleums of thirteen Ming emperors. For dinner indulge in one of Beijing's most traditional cuisines - Peking Duck. (B/L/D)
Day 09: Beijing
Discover China's capital at leisure. A fascinating mixture of the old and new, Beijing has been in existence for more than 3,000 years and offers the avid adventurer many spots of interest. (B)
OPTIONAL: Explore the Temple of Heaven to partake in morning, the largest temple complex in China, where emperors of the Ming and Qing would pray to Heaven for good harvests, and Ti'an men Square, located in the center of Beijing and noted as the largest city square in the world. Also visit the magical Beihai Park and Coal Hill. (B/L) $138 p/p
Day 10: Beijing
Depart Beijing (transfer to airport or train station). (B)

Inclusive:

	Transfers and transportation in China
	Breakfast and accommodation (which are based on twin share 3 star hotels listed at page of Hotels
	Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
	English speaking tour guide with transfers & tours
	Evening entertainment where available
	*Guarantee departure to travel for a minimum of 2 passengers
Notes:	The two seasons of which you can travel in China:
	Low season (L):	January, February, March, June, July, August, November & December (Except Olympic Games)
	High season (H):	April, May, September & October
	Surcharge:	$160 per person surcharge for departure on high season
	Departure*:	Guaranteed departure on Mondays & Fridays in Year 2008 & 2009 with minimum of two people