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14 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
50 peopleMaximum group size
15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
Shanghai, China
Beijing, China
Itinerary
From Shanghai’s bustling streets to Beijing’s historic marvels, the 'Essential China and Silk Road' tour delivers a 14-day journey through China’s most iconic sites. This easy explorer tour is tailored for seniors, featuring comfortable hotels, included transport, and meals, ensuring a seamless travel experience. The guided group activity focuses on sightseeing, with a pace that allows for both discovery and relaxation. The standout feature of this trip lies in its combination of China’s major urban centers and the legendary Silk Road, offering a harmonious blend of ancient heritage and modern vibrancy.
day 1Shanghai
Welcome to China! Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. We arrive in Shanghai, a cosmopolitan city of over 15 million residents, home to China’s largest commercial port and its most international metropolis.
day 2Shanghai
day 3Shanghai, Luoyang
day 4Luoyang, Longmen, Sanmexia, Xian
day 5Xian
day 6Xian, Dunhuang
day 7Dunhuang, Turpan
day 8Turpan
day 9Turpan, Urumqi
day 10Urumqi
day 11Urumqi, Beijing
day 12Beijing
day 13Beijing
day 14Beijing
What's Included
Accommodation
Shanghai - Novotel Shanghai Atlantis (4 Star Hotel)Dunhuang - Dunhuang Huandong International (4 Star Hotel)Pekin - Mercure Beijing Downtown (4 Star Hotel)
Meals
8 Lunch included in: Shanghai, Luoyang, Sanmexia, Dunhuang, Turpan, Turpan, Urumqi, Beijing2 dinner included in: Beijing, Beijing
Transport
Includes arrival transferBoat: Boat trip in Longmen grottoesEvening transfer: Luoyang Old City, Wangfujing streetFerry: Huangpu River in ShanghaiFunicular: Great Wall of China Mutianyu sectionHigh speed train: Shanghai - Luoyang, Dunhuang-Turpan
Others
General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.City tour in: Shanghai, Xian, BeijingExcursion: Ancient City of Gaochang, the Astana Tombs, Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Tianchi Lake scenic area, Tricycle ride through the traditional neigborhood in Beijing, Great Wall of China Mutianyu sectionExperiences: Youjian Dunhuang ShowTicket admission: Yuyuan Garden, White Horse Temple in Luoyang, The Longmen Buddhist Grottoes, Baoulon Temple, Guo Museum in Sanmexia, Terracota Army Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, mosque, show of traditional instrument playing in Drum Tower (not always guaranteed) in Xian, Mogao Caves, Youjian Dunhuang Show, Ancient City of Gaochang, the Astana Tombs, Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Jiaohe Ruins, Su Gong Ta Mosque, Karez irrigation system, The Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Summer Palace in Beijing, Great Wall of China Mutianyu section, Temple of Heaven, foot massage, Tai Chi class in BeijingFlights included: Xian-Dunhuang, Urumqi-Beijing, Urumqi-Beijing
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