8 Days in CHINA: Classic Tour – A/R Flight from Italy included

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Arrival City
Pechino
Departure City
Shangai
Accomodation
4 star hotel
Meals
Half Board
Mineral Water
Not Included
Transportation
Minibus or GT Bus
Tour Guide
Included
Audio Guide
Included
Monuments Tickets
Not Included
Language
Italian, English
Best Season
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Group Size
Max 20

A journey into the heart of the “Dragon” to discover the three souls of China in an unforgettable itinerary that combines the solemnity of the past with the vertical thrust of tomorrow.
The journey begins in the capital Beijing, where time seems to have stopped between the walls of the Forbidden City and the immense Tiananmen Square. You will walk along the ramparts of the Great Wall, a stone serpent that dominates breathtaking landscapes, and you will lose yourself among the evocative hutongs, the traditional alleys where the heart of the most authentic Beijing still beats.
The adventure continues to Xi’An, the ancient capital of the Silk Road. Here you will come face to face with the Terracotta Army, a silent army of thousands of warriors placed to guard the first Emperor. Between a bike ride on the ancient city walls and the scents of the vibrant Muslim Quarter, you will breathe the essence of a China crossroads of cultures.
The tour ends in Shanghai, the “Paris of the East”. Here the contrast is complete: from the classic gardens of Yu Garden you move in an instant to the science fiction skyscrapers of Pudong. A walk on the Bund at sunset, with neon lights reflecting off the Huangpu River, will show you the most glamorous and dynamic face of a nation rushing into the future.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Beijing

Arriving in Beijing, the capital of China, you will be warmly welcomed by our local guide at Beijing Airport and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Free time for the rest of the day.

Day 02 :

Beijing

[09:00-09:30] Our guide will meet you in the hotel room and you will begin a walk to explore the historic city of Beijing.

[09:30-12:30] You will reach Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world. You will cross the square and visit today’s most important monument: the Forbidden City, the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace in the world. Afterwards you will hike to Jingshan Park, from which you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Forbidden City at the top of Jingshan Hill.

[12:30-14:00] Lunch at a local Chinese restaurant to try authentic Chinese food.

[14:00-16:30] Visit to the Temple of Heaven, which was used to pray for a good harvest by the emperors. It is the largest existing structure in China for sacrifice to heaven. Shopping time at Panjiayuan Ancient Market and tea shop.

[16:30-17:30] Back at the hotel, along the way you can organize a nightly show or a dinner with lacquered duck for the evening. Feel free to ask your guide for suggestions.

Breakfast + Lunch

Day 03 :

Beijing

[08:00-08:30] Meet with your guide in the hotel room to organize the day’s activities.

[08:30-12:30] After about 1.5 hours by car you will arrive at the Mutianyu Great Wall, the most popular section among foreign visitors. Upon arrival, you can choose to trek on the Great Wall or take the cable car.

[12:30-14:00] Lunch at a local Chinese restaurant near the Great Wall.

[14:00-16:30] You will return to the city of Beijing with a stop at the jade carving factory. You’ll take photos of the Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube, the wonderful architecture built for the Beijing Olympics, and take a walk to admire them from the outside.

[16:30-17:30] Upon returning to the hotel, you can plan nighttime activities along the way, such as a foot massage, a tour of the Houhai night bars, and Sanlitun Bar Street. If you wish, you can also enjoy a Kung Fu show as an optional activity.

Breakfast + Lunch

Day 04 :

Beijing - Xi'an

[09:30-10:00] You will have enough time to pack your bags and check out of your hotel. Our guide will meet you in the hotel room and you will make a half-day visit to Beijing.

[10:00-11:30] The visit will continue with a rickshaw ride of Hutong in the Tamburo Tower area, it is the way to learn about the local lifestyle of Beijing.

[11:30-14:30] The visit will continue in the Summer Palace, which is the largest and best preserved imperial garden in China. The boat ride on Kunming Lake is included in the tour. Lunch will be organized at the local restaurant, called Xiangyangtun, with an opera house inside.

After lunch, you will transfer to the train station to catch the fast train to Xi’an.

Your guide from Xi’an will be waiting for you at the station and will accompany you to the hotel.

Breakfast + Lunch

Day 05 :

Xi'an

[09:00-09:30] Your guide will meet you in the hotel room and you will begin to explore the city.

[09:30-12:30] Transfer to the Terracotta Army to explore one of the world’s most important archaeological finds, with troops, horses and carriages in battle formation. You will then have the opportunity to visit the Ceramic Figurine Factory, where you can learn how to make a ceramic figurine.

[12:30-14:00] A Chinese lunch will be organized near the Terracotta Army stage area.

[14:00-17:00] In the afternoon you will visit the Bell Tower, which is the tower with the largest bell in structure and shape and best preserved in China. You will then continue the walk to the Muslim Quarter and can take time to go shopping.

[17:00-17:30] Back to the hotel, on the road you can plan night activities, such as seeing the Tang Dynasty Show and having dinner.

Breakfast + Lunch

Day 06 :

Xi'an - Shanghai

[09:30-10:00] You will have enough time to pack your bags and check out of your hotel. Our guide will meet you in the hotel room and you will take a relaxing day trip to Xi’an before leaving for Shanghai.

[10:00-12:30] Visit to the Ancient City Walls, which represent one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls. You can take an optional bike ride along the walls (Biking is not recommended for people aged 65 and over). Afterwards you will visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and have the opportunity to witness the spectacle of the North Square Fountain.

[12:30-16:30] After lunch, you will continue to Xi’an Airport, along the way we will visit the Hanyang Mausoleum, the largest museum with the largest floor area in China.

Flight to Shanghai. Your Shanghai guide will be waiting for you at the airport and will help you with your hotel transfer.

Breakfast + Lunch

Day 07 :

Shanghai

[09:00-09:30] Our guide will meet you in the hotel room and you will begin to explore this modern city.

[09:30-12:30] Visit to the Jade Buddha Temple, famous for the jewel-encrusted seated Buddha, said to weigh 1,000 kg. Free time to go shopping. Afterwards you will visit the Silk Museum and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and then a nice walk along the Bingjiang Da Dao riverfront.

[12:30-13:30] Have lunch at a local Chinese restaurant.

[13:30-16:30] Visit Yu Garden, which is a classic Chinese garden in the city center. You will then have time to shop in Shanghai along the Old Road and Nanjing Road, which is Shanghai’s first commercial street, where you can find special souvenirs and silk products. Afterwards you will enjoy the scenery with a free walk along the Bund, famous for groups of buildings known as “a gallery of world architecture”.

[16:30-17:30] Back at the hotel, on the street you can plan evening activities such as the Evening Acrobatics Show, especially the ERA show, which is one of the most popular evening shows in Shanghai.

Breakfast + Lunch

Day 08 :

Departure from Shanghai

Free day available and transfer to the airport for your return flight. We can arrange the magnetic levitation train ride to Pudong Airport if you are interested, or we will take you directly to the airport. End of Service

Breakfast

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Where does the journey begin?

Will I have free time during the trip?

Each of our tours is designed to offer a balanced combination between guided tours with our guides or local guides and moments of absolute freedom to spend time in autonomy, Whether you want to relax or go shopping, it’s up to you. For any advice on what to do you can always ask our guide.

Are there age limits for travelling?

Our trips are not age-based or age-restricted. The only caution is for the little ones, whose minimum age recommended to participate from 12 years old in relation to the fact that the tour includes walking, bus travel and museum entrances.

I have any food intolerance how can I do?

If you have allergies and/or intolerances to particular types of food, it is absolutely necessary to report this after booking, indicating your details and your reservation number.
Alternatively, you can contact your travel agency where you purchased the trip.
The report will be promptly forwarded to the group’s companion and of course to the restaurateurs and hoteliers whose services are part of the trip.
We stress that in any case and occasion it is the obligation of the traveler to personally verify the absence of any impediments or situations potentially harmful to his health or that may compromise the smooth running of the journey. We therefore disclaim any liability in the event of harmful events related to a food allergy or intolerance.

Can I take an animal on my journey?

We are sorry but, for practical and logistical reasons, we cannot accept animals on board our tours, even if small.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS/PAYMENTS:

* 30% deposit at the time of booking and balance within 15 days before departure.

* Up to 15 days before departure, name changes are possible at no extra charge.

* From 14 days onwards, name changes will not be possible and companies may charge a supplement for making the relevant changes/corrections, the cost of which will be communicated at the time of request and not before. The response time will be no less than 48 hours.

PENALTIES/CANCELLATIONS:

– Up to 45 days before arrival: No penalty applies.

– From 45 days to 30 days before arrival: 30% penalty on the package price.

– From 29 days to 15 days before arrival: 80% penalty on the package price and airport taxes.

– From 14 days to the day of arrival: 100% penalty on the package price and airport taxes.

PLANNED HOTELS:

Istanbul: Hotel Nippon Taksim – Hotel Konak – Hotel Dedeman – Hotel Eresin Topkapi or similar;

Ankara: Hotel Ickale – Hotel Grand Mercure – Hotel Newpark or similar;

Cappadocia: Hotel Mustafa – Hotel Perissia – Hotel Ramada or similar;

Istanbul: Hotel Ramada Tekstilkent – DoubleTree by Hilton Topkapi – Hotel Eresin Topkapi or similar.

NOTE

Istanbul Airport IST Welcome – The meeting point with our local guide/assistant is at Exit/Gate 8;

Istanbul Airport SAW Welcome – The meeting point with our local guide/assistant is located between columns 9 and 10, across the road and using the pedestrian crossing.

Departures are guaranteed for a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 52 people. If the minimum number is not reached, Globest may combine customers with other groups gathered on site, maintaining the same services and hotels as planned in the program.

The itinerary may be subject to change for technical or site management reasons.

The wording “or similar” for hotels refers to the fact that we have reserved rooms in more than one hotel. Confirmation of the accommodations will be sent 14/21 days before departure.

Triple room: consists of a double bed or twin beds with an extra bed such as a sofa bed or folding bed of reduced size.

Breakfast on day 8 will be provided or not, depending on the transfer departure time and/or hotel restaurant opening hours. The facilities do not refund any amount for this missing breakfast.

Dinner on the first day cannot be served for customers arriving after 7:00 PM in Istanbul. A cold dish or sandwich will be served.

The itinerary is provided for informational purposes only and may be modified or canceled depending on weather conditions.

During religious or national holidays or special events, local authorities may close roads, neighborhoods, or tourist attractions with only a few days’ notice, which may cause delays or cancellations of visits to any monument or museum. Globest will not refund any amount for missed visits.

We recommend booking optional excursions through the local guide to regulate the timing of visits. If guests have confirmed with other channels or local suppliers, Globest will not assume any responsibility.

Optional hot air balloon and/or jeep safari and/or other excursions are not part of the tour. These are activities organized by third parties who have the right to carry out the excursion in areas and valleys other than the traditional ones for reasons of weather or traffic. Legal responsibility for the organization lies with the excursion organizer, who is free to set or change the price, itinerary, and booking or payment methods without this being attributable in any way to the tour organizer.

Any changes in the exchange rate may result in price increases for tickets to museums or archaeological sites.