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CITS(中国国际旅行社)
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Introduction
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This tour is a great introduction to China, which is also an ideal for the first time visitor, a less demanding itinerary than our longer featured tours. Experience China's scenic, historical and cultural sites including the capital of Beijing, the Terracotta Army, the picturesque Chengde Summer Resort.
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This tour is a great introduction to China, which is also an ideal for the first time visitor, a less demanding itinerary than our longer featured tours. Experience China's scenic, historical and cultural sites including the capital of Beijing, the Terracotta Army, the picturesque Chengde Summer Resort.
Day 1 Beijing
On arrival, CITS guide will hold a welcome sign to meet you. You will be transferred to the hotel for a three-night stay on a room and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is free to relax.
Day 2 Beijing
Take a half-day excursion to explore the incredible Forbidden City with its grand palaces and courtyards. Built in 1420, it was here that 24 emperors lived and ruled for over 500 years. The South Gate leads you to Tian'anmen Square - the biggest of its kind in the world. In the afternoon, continue to the beautiful Summer Palace where you can discover gardens, palaces and pavilions with temples and halls in a tranquil, landscaped lakeside setting. (B/L)
Day 3 Beijing
You will take a full day guided visit to the awesome Great Wall of China. Here you can enjoy the stunning views as you stroll along this seemingly endless piece of history, which winds its way into the far distance.Then continue to the Ming Tomb, which due to their enormity took over 200 years to complete. And walk along the Sacred Way, which means the road leading to heaven.Dinner is served at the original, century-old Quanjude Roasted Duck Restaurant. (B/L/D)
Day 4 Beijing /
Explore the Temple of Heaven which itself has become a symbol of the city. Here ancient emperor worshipped God and prayed for harvest.
In the afternoon, take the train for Chengde Summer Resort which is the former summer retreat of the Manchu Emperors. (B/L)
Day 5 Chengde
Take a half-day tour to see the Summer Mountain Resort - the largest royal landscape in China today. Then visit the Puning Temple, Putuoo Temple- a stunning replica of Potala Palace in Tibet and Local market. (B/L)
Day 6 Chengde / Beiiing / Xi'an
Depart by private car to Beijing to connect with your flight to the ancient capital of Xi'an. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and have a good rest. (B/L)
Day 7 Xi'an
Full day visit the world-famous Terracotta Warriors where life-sized infantrymen, archer, officers and their horses symbolically guard the tomb of the first Qin emperor. In the afternoon, visit the dramatic Wild Goose Pagoda and the Banpo Museum which is the site of a typical Neolithic matriarchal community dating back about 6,000 years. After dinner you will be entertained with the marvelous Tang Dynasty Show. (B/L)
Day 8 Xi'an to Beijing
City tour includes the Shanxi History Museum where you will discover how Xi'an became the cradle of Chinese culture. After that visit the City Wall that still compasses the center of Xi'an. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Beijing.
(B/L)
Day 9 Beijing
Continue the flight to your homeland. Alternatively, extend your stay. (B)
(B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner)
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Term & Price (USD/Per person)
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Season
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Group size
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Economy
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Standard
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Double Occupancy
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Sole Occupancy
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Double Occupancy
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Sole Occupancy
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Peak
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2-5 travelers
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1323
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1598
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1432
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1827
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6-9 travelers
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1100
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1375
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1234
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1629
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Low
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2-5 travelers
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1244
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1442
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1332
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1624
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6-9 travelers
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1010
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1208
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1105
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1397
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Peak season
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03/01/2009 11/15/2009
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Low season
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11/16/2009 02/28/2010
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City
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Hotel Level
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Economy ( 3 Star)
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Standard ( 4 Star)
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Beijing
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Red Wall Hotel
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New World Courtyard Hotel
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Chengde
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Mountain Villa Hotel
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Yunshan Hotel
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Xi'an
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Xi'an Hotel
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Mercure on Renmin Square Xi'an
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Chengde