China Scenic 11 Days 9 Nights

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Take a spellbinding tour around the wonders of China, on a 9 night odyssey to Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin and Xian.  Marvel at the iconic Great Wall in Beijing, gaze out over Xian’s vast Terracotta Army, and witness the dreamlike karst scenery of the Li River at Guilin – a serene landscape beloved in Chinese art history.  Finish in pulsating Shanghai, where cut...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Explore Beijing and visit the world-famous and historic Tiananmen Square
    • Visit the Great Wall, which is one of the man-built architectures that can be seen from the from the below orbit of the earth
    • Visit one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, the Terra Cotta Warriors
    • Discover Guilin, a city renowned for its picturesque landscapes and dramatic natural beauty
    • Explore Reed Flute Cave, where fantastic stalactite and stalagmite formations create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere

What's this trip about?

    Take a spellbinding tour around the wonders of China, on a 9 night odyssey to Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin and Xian.  Marvel at the iconic Great Wall in Beijing, gaze out over Xian’s vast Terracotta Army, and witness the dreamlike karst scenery of the Li River at Guilin – a serene landscape beloved in Chinese art history.  Finish in pulsating Shanghai, where cutting-edge towers, old temples and colonial architecture from the country’s most electrifying metropolis.  Enjoy the highest level of service at an unbeatable value.  Your China adventure begins with Affordable World Tours

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBeijing
End CityShanghai

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • River cruise

Trip includes

    • Transpacific air tickets from Los Angeles (LAX) or San Francisco (SFO)
    • Fuel surcharges on airlines tickets
    • Round trip airport transfers
    • Luxury hotel accommodations
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Sightseeing places as indicated in the itinerary
    • Daily hotel breakfast
    • Land only package includes China domestic flights (Beijing -> Xian -> Guilin -Shanghai); does not include international airfare and airport transfers in or out.

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Itinerary

Day 1: USA – Beijing

Excitement fills the air as we board the international flight to Beijing. As the plane crosses the International Date Line we spend the night aboard.

Day 2: Arrival Beijing

Accommodation: Doubletree Hilton Beijing or Similar

Touch down in the capital city of China and greet our local guide in the arrivals hall. Transfer to our luxury hotel where we can unwind and relax for our full day of sightseeing tomorrow.

Optional Tour : China Scenic Best Seller Value Pack  ( $149 )  Upgrade to an Executive Room (Beijing 3 nts) 2017  ( $89 )

Day 3: Beijing

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Doubletree Hilton Beijing or Similar

Today, we start our Beijing Capital tour with Qianmen Street. Qianmen Street was a commercial and entertainment hub due to its convenient location, connecting the Imperial Palace with o...

Day 4  Beijing

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Doubletree Hilton Beijing or Similar

Spend the day free or take the tour to visit the Great Wall, which is one of the man-built architectures that can be seen from the from the low orbit of the earth. The Great Wall is a m...

Day 5: Beijing – Xian

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Grand Noble Xian

Today we continue our journey by flying to Xian, the capital of Shannxi Province, one of the oldest cities in China. Xian is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China with more than 3100 years of his...

Day 6: Xian

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Grand Noble Xian

Rest at the hotel or take the opportunity to visit one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, the Terra Cotta Warriors. One of the four ancient capitals of the world, Xian ...

Day 7: Xian – Guilin

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Lijiang Waterfall Hotel

Depart for Guilin, a city renowned for its picturesque landscapes and dramatic natural beauty. Nestled on the banks of Li River, it is a charming escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby city lif...

Day 8: Guilin

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Lijiang Waterfall Hotel

Today, we will explore Reed Flute Cave, where fantastic stalactite and stalagmite formations create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere. After lunch, our tour continues to the Longji Ancient Zhuang Vi...

Day 9: Guilin - Shanghai (ABF)Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Yingxing Shanghai or Similar

Relax at the hotel today or join our optional excursion to witness the rolling landscapes of Southern China as we cruise down the jade waters of the Li River. A dazzling backdrop of mist-shrouded hills, steep cliffs and leisurely boats meandering by transports us to a...

Day 10: Shanghai’

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Yingxing Shanghai or Similar

This morning, we visit the Shanghai Museum and view the exhibits of ancient Chinese art. Designed by a local Shanghai Architect, the current building was completed in 1993 and rese...

Day 11: Shanghai – USA

Meals: Breakfast

Board the flight headed home, filled with memories to last a lifetime.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,599
Price per day$145
Single supplement (single occupancy)$500
Last Updated: 2/1/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Jun 2020

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Welcome to AffordableWorld.com! Our vacation packages include air, luxury hotel accommodations, airport and ground transfers, daily breakfast, as well as guided sightseeing tours. They also let you shape your time in each destination to suit you. Select from our optional tours and be as busy or relaxed as you wish – the choice is yours. Whether you are looking for a tour to China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, Greece, or a multi-country vacation, Affordable World takes care of everything from behind the scenes, from the tiniest detail of your vacation logistics to every little luxury at your sumptuous hotel. So much so that all you need to do is relax, enjoy, explore and fully take in what matters – your exotic destination. We believe the best tours combine comprehensive itineraries with sightseeing, top hotels and excellent value. So we’re proud to be one of the few travel companies to offer exactly this blend. And although it’s an overworked phrase, we are passionate about travel, leaving no detail untouched to ensure you enjoy the most fulfilling and seamless travel experience.

With over 35 years of experience and a mission to provide the highest quality tours at an affordable price, Affordable World strives to deliver an exceptional, unparalleled vacation that will transport you to the very heart and highlights of each destination.

As a business, we hold our family-run values close. We make great service, integrity, quality and affordability a part of everything we do. So when you travel with us, you feel like part of the family knowing that your happiness is our top priority.

We believe the best tours combine comprehensive itineraries with extensive inclusive sightseeing, top hotels and excellent value. So we’re proud to be one of the few travel companies to offer exactly this blend. And although it’s an overworked phrase, we are passionate about travel, leaving no detail untouched to ensure you enjoy the most fulfilling and seamless travel experience.

We also understand that your time is previous. So we create our itineraries with the greatest care, using exceptional local knowledge of each destination.

That way, you get the best from each place you visit. And you also get the rich cultural encounters and insider insights that create amazing travel memories.

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Cancellation policy

The following fee will be assessed per person accordingly when you cancel your reservation:

$100 120 or more days prior to departure

$200 60 - 119 days prior to departure

$300 30 - 59 days prior to departure

$500 15 - 29 days prior to departure

$1000 3 - 14 days prior to departure

100% of Tour fare Within 48 hours prior to departure

Written notice of cancellation must be received by Affordable World either by mail, or email. Oral cancellation by phone will not be acceptable.

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Meals Included

9 Breakfasts

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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