China at a Glance(Trip #56713)

Tour Overview

This outstanding 19-day journey from Beijing to Hong Kong is ideal for those who want to experience the rich diversity of China. A typical day in this country may see us walking past ultra-modern office towers then turn the corner into an alleyway, where we find ourselves in the medieval world of ancient Chinese village life. We travel on a wide variety of local transport including bus, train, bicycle, riverboat and hydrofoil, and stay in an interesting mix of hotels and guesthouses. This is a classic journey showcasing some of China's greatest highlights.

Itinerary:
Days 1 - 3 Beijing - Great Wall
Days 4 - 5 Shanghai
Days 6 - 7 Nanjing
Days 8 - 12 Yangtze River Cruise
Days 13 - 14 Xian - Terracotta Warriors
Days 15 - 17 Yangshuo
Days 18 - 19 Hong Kong

(Reference ID: GEGTCG)

Departure Dates

03/02/2008
03/16/2008
03/30/2008
04/06/2008
04/13/2008
05/04/2008
05/11/2008
05/18/2008
05/25/2008
06/01/2008
06/08/2008
06/15/2008
06/22/2008
06/29/2008
07/06/2008
07/13/2008
07/20/2008
07/27/2008
08/31/2008
09/07/2008
09/14/2008
09/21/2008
09/28/2008
10/05/2008
10/12/2008
10/19/2008
10/26/2008
11/02/2008
11/16/2008
03/08/2009
03/22/2009
04/05/2009
04/19/2009

Prices

Date: Base Price
03/02/2008: $1,196 + local payment USD300
03/16/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
03/30/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
04/06/2008: $1,196 + local payment USD300
04/13/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
05/04/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
05/11/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
05/18/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
05/25/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
06/01/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
06/08/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
06/15/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
06/22/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
06/29/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
07/06/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
07/13/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
07/20/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
07/27/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
08/31/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
09/07/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
09/14/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
09/21/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
09/28/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
10/05/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
10/12/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
10/19/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
10/26/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
11/02/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
11/16/2008: $1,495 + local payment USD300
03/08/2009: $1,495 + local payment USD300
03/22/2009: $1,495 + local payment USD300
04/05/2009: $1,495 + local payment USD300
04/19/2009: $1,495 + local payment USD300

Trip Information

Accomodations and comfort level:
4 nights sleeper train, 2 nights guesthouse, 10 nights hotel, 2 nights boat

Are meals included?
No meals included.

Notes :
Allow at least US $305 for meals. All tours are led by an experienced regional leader, with the addition of local guides at certain sites. Transport, accommodation and sightseeing as indicated. The prices include a flight from Xian to Guilin.