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SmarTours, New York, NY

Ten Day Tour of China for 2 with Airfare

www.smartours.com

You’ll visit Beijing, Shanghai and Xian. From San Francisco you’ll fly to Beijing and will be greeted at the airport and taken to your upscale hotel centrally located in downtown Beijing, within easy access to Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world. That evening, your Tour Director will host a welcome dinner and briefing. 

The next day you’ll visit the legendary Great Wall, which extends nearly 4,000 miles.  There will be time to view and mount the well-preserved ramparts of this ancient wonder before proceeding to the Ming Tombs, burial site of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty.

The next day you’ll have at leisure to explore at your own pace. The following day you’ll fly to Xian, ancient capital of China for eleven dynasties and historic gateway to the old silk trading route. 

On a guided morning excursion visit one of the world’s most amazing archaeological discoveries: a life-size Terra Cotta Army of soldiers and horses guarding the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi. The afternoon is at leisure. You may wish to explore on foot and visit the intriguing Shanxi Museum to view stone carvings and precious art treasures from the ancient Han and Tang Dynasties.

The next day, you’ll fly to Shanghai, often described as “Paris of the East”. An intriguing, dynamic city, today’s Shanghai weaves the seaport legacy of its past with impressive new 21st century architecture. Upon arrival, embark on a guided orientation drive and stroll down the Bund, the bustling and exciting waterfront along the Huangpu River. 

Start your morning, the following day, with a guided walk amidst the scenic ponds, colorful pavilions and walkways of the 16th century Yu Yuan Garden, a delightful reminder of old Shanghai. The balance of the day is at leisure to explore at your own pace.

You’ll return to Beijing the following evening. You’ll be met by your guide and escorted to your upscale hotel located in central Beijing, within short driving distance of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. The following day, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA.

There are many optional tours available for an additional cost that will take you to sites such as the Forbidden City, banquets and dinners, or a “back alley” tour via rickshaw that shows you how the Chinese people have lived for centuries.

Your SmarTours “Journey to China” includes:

Roundtrip international airfare from San Francico

Airfare taxes, fees, and fuel surcharges

All intra-China flights and ground transportation

Deluxe and first-class hotels

12 meals: 8 buffet breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Sightseeing tours

Experienced English speaking Tour Director and local guides

Valid November 2014 – March 2015 on scheduled departure dates with December 25 tour date excluded.

1.            4-Nov-14

2.            25-Nov-14

3.            2-Dec-14

4.            6-Jan-15

5.            3-Feb-15

6.            17-Feb-15

7.            3-Mar-15

8.            24-Mar-15

9.            31-Mar-15