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Explore China – 13 day Tour from €2400 pp

Journey from Shanghai to China’s vibrant capital

Capture the spirit of China on this 13-day tour from Shanghai to Beijing. Stroll along the narrow paths of Shanghai’s Nongtang, be entranced by ancient Buddhist art at the Longmen Grottoes, see the incredible Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, get a sense of local life in the Tibetan town of Xiahe and walk on the Great Wall of China. This is a journey abounding with bustling cities, natural beauty, incredible culture and history stretching through the ages.

Day 1 Shanghai

Day 2 Shanghai – Overnight Train

Day 3 Luoyang – Shaolin

Day 4 Xi’an

Day 5 Xi’an

Day 6 Xi’an – Overnight Train

Day 7 Xiahe

Day 8 Xiahe

Day 9 Lanzhou – Overnight Train

Day 10 Beijing

Day 11 Beijing

Day 12 Beijing

Day 13 Beijing

Highlights

• The Longmen Grottoes are the most stunning remnants of Northern Wei and Tang-era Buddhist art in existence, and you’ll have plenty of time to explore them with your local guide
• By taking three sleeper trains, you’ll maximise your time in your destinations, get a chance to interact with locals and see some beautiful countryside
• This trip is a fascinating story book of ancient and 20th-century history. The tale behind the discovery of Xi’an’s famous Terracotta Warriors is almost as amazing as the statues themselves
• Experience the enchanting ambience and mountain scenery of Xiahe. This Tibetan pilgrimage town is the stuff of legend
• Perhaps no trip to China is complete without seeing the iconic Great Wall. Take an invigorating hike along the Mutianyu section

Inclusions

Meals

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches

Transport

Private Bus, Train (bullet), Overnight Train, Public bus, Metro

Accommodation

Hotel (8 nights), Overnight sleeper train (3 nights)

Included activities

• Informal Chinese language lesson
• Shaolin – Temple & Kung Fu show
• Luoyang – Longmen Caves
• Xi’an – Terracotta Warriors & Guide
• Xiahe – Labrang Monastery
• Beijing – Forbidden City
• Tiananmen Square

International flights are not included  – Call now for details

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