China Tours: Grand Tour of China 27 Day Tour

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Grand Tour of China tour - 27 day tour. BONUS: SAVE an Excluisve $1200*pp on this Wendy Wu Escorted tour!

Departure dates

Selected travel dates between 12 Sep-17 Oct 24.

What's included

Accommodation: 24 nights 3-4 star accommodation.
Trip Leader: Local leader.
Transport: Return International economy class airfares from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, domestic transportation.
Meals: 23 breakfasts, 22 lunches & 23 dinners.
Included activities: Walk through Tiananmen Square and into the magnificent Forbidden City.
Later, soak up the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Heaven; Rise early to avoid the crowds and drive approximately 2 hours northwest of the city to the Juyongguan Pass to take a walk on the Great Wall of China, appreciating the wall itself and the dramatic scenery.
Your visit involves walking from the bus to the first section.
Once your group has been given an introduction to the Great Wall's unique history, you will have free time to explore at your own pace.
Later, visit the Jade Factory.
This afternoon, stroll through the Summer Palace; Enjoy a leisurely stroll in the warren-like hutongs where you will meet a local family.
Transfer to the train station and take the speedy bullet train to Xian, a journey of around 5,5-hours; View the enigmatic ranks of the lifesized Terracotta Warriors.
The Museum of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses is located around a 1-hour drive from.
Xian.
Visit the Xian Art Ceramics and Lacquer Exhibition Workshop to see smaller models of the warriors being made.
Later, stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th century city walls that enclose Xian's old town.
The local guide will give you time to explore at your own pace; Visit the lovely Little Wild Goose Pagoda.
before wandering through the atmospheric Muslim Quarter.
Enjoy a delicious feast of traditional Shui Jiao dumplings before a performance of Tang Dynasty.
dancing; Cruise the Yangtze River, One of the world's great and legendary waterways, this 6,300km river has its origins high up in the snow-covered mountain of Tanggula, in the southwestern Qinghai Tibet Plateau, and runs into the ocean in Shanghai.
It is estimated that the banks of this river are home to almost a third.
of China's population; See China's most famous resident, the Giant Panda.
Visit the Panda Conservation Centre in Chendu where you can learn about China's celebrated bear.
See these lovable creatures in surroundings that mirror their natural habitat; Explore the Stone Forest with its unusual limestone.
rock formations in Kunming; Take a relaxed 4-hour cruise along the Li River to the charming village of Yangshuo, where you will spend 2 nights.
Around every river bend is a view to take your breath away as jagged peaks loom over rural scenes of lush greenery, grazing buffalos and local fishermen; Visit the Temple of Inspired Seclusion (Lingyin Temple), one of China's largest and most renowned Buddhist temples.
Explore Shanghai, Once known as the 'Paris of the East', Shanghai is now one of Asia's most influential cities.
Prior to communist arrival in 1949, Shanghai was a city with European-style mansions and was the most important trading port in Asia.
Today it presents a blend of cultures; the modern and the traditional, along with the European and oriental.

Itinerary / more information

  • BONUS: SAVE an Excluisve $1200*pp on this Wendy Wu Escorted tour! Please Note: Airfares are additional. All other meals, all optional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurances and items of a personal nature. are not included.

    Your Grand Tour of China tour with Wendy Wu Tours departs from Auckland.

    The Grand Tour of China tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to Wendy Wu.

    Highlights: Auckland, Beijing, Xian, Yichang, Yangtze River Cruise (4 nights),Chongqing, Chengdu, Dali, Kunming, Guilin, Yangshuo, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai & Auckland.

    Book your Wendy Wu Tours tour deal today and experience China for yourself!
  • Tour on sale until 26 May 2024, unless sold out prior.
  • You must book in store and have paid a deposit, or in full where deal requires payment in full, prior to close of business on sales end date.
  • Prices are per person, and are based on twinshare occupancy unless otherwise specified.
  • Prices are correct at time of publication to the web, but are subject to change without notice, and can be withdrawn or varied without notice.
  • All pricing is subject to availability.
  • Prices do not include local gratuities unless stated otherwise.
  • We reserve the right to correct any errors or omissions.
  • Stopovers and alternative routes may incur additional costs.
  • All prices are based on payment by cash or eftpos only.
  • Any bonus inclusions, additional nights or special offers are already included in the advertised price.
  • Blackout dates and seasonal surcharges may apply depending on date of travel.
  • Airfares are not included.
  • All components included in your holiday are provided by carriers, hoteliers, and other providers with their own terms & conditions.
  • Travel Insurance maybe compulsory for some tours please check with your consultant.
  • All other meals, all optional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurances and items of a personal nature.
  • are not included.
  • Special Exclusive savings offer is valid on selected China tours, when booking with Flight Centre between 06-26 May on a selected 2024 departures.
  • Tours are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.
  • Applicable to new bookings only.
  • An early flight payment may be required at time of booking to issue tickets depending on airline.
  • A valid passport copy must be provided at time of booking to ensure passenger names match with passports.
  • Any spelling corrections made after a deposit is paid must be sent in writing and will incur additional fees, including any ticket reissue fees.
  • Mobile phone number, email address and postcode of residence are mandatory at time of ticketing as required by the New Zealand Government.
  • A non-refundable deposit of $400pp is to arrive at Wendy Wu Tours or your travel agent within three days of receiving confirmation that space has been held for you.
  • Final Balance due day which is 75 days prior to departure (charges may apply if airline tickets already issued).
  • For cancellations made within 75 days, please refer to our standard cancellation policy within our terms and conditions for further information.
  • A valid passport copy must be provided at time of booking to ensure passenger names match with passports.
  • Any spelling corrections made after a deposit is paid must be sent in writing and will incur additional fees, including any ticket reissue fees..

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