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10 days, 1 country and 3 cities
9 nights accommodation
9 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners
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Follow in the footsteps of the ancients – up the ornate steps of the Forbidden City, along the ramparts of the Great Wall, snaking its way across the rolling countryside, and through the winding ancient alleys of Beijing’s hutongs to learn about Chinese traditions over a home-cooked lunch.
From 2027, this tour will become a Small Group tour, with an average of 16 guests. Enjoy a smaller group setting while discovering the places, people and stories that make each destination special.
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Sightseeing highlights
Explore Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai
Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall of China at Juyongguan, the Sacred Way in Beijing, Hutong residences, the Great Mosque, the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, the Bund waterfront and the Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai
See Local people practicing Tai Chi in the morning and the Shanghai Acrobats
What's included?
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Optional Experiences and free time
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Flights from Beijing to Xi'an and Xi'an to Shanghai
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