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Classic China Tour 15-Days

Classic China Tour 15-Days
• Tour Code: GGT05
• Starting Price: USD2358 per person
• Departure Dates: Upon request at any date
• Features: Private guide & vehicle
• Starts from: Beijing
• Departs from: Shanghai
• Destinations: Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Kunming, Guilin, Guangzhou & Shanghai
  • Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
    Meals Included: No meals
     
    Our professional Muslim expert tour guide will pick you up at Beijing capital international airport and transfer you to the hotel. Relax during the remainder of the afternoon and evening to recover from the jet lag. 
     
    Day 2: Beijing, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    We will start to explore Beijing from Tiananmen Square in the morning. Located in the center of Beijing, Tiananmen Square is the largest city square in the world and it has great cultural significance as it was the site of many important events in Chinese history such as Chairman Mao's declaration of the establishment of the People's Republic of China on Oct, 01, 1949. Next we will walk to the Forbidden City. As the royal residences of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties from the 15th to 20th century, the Forbidden City was the centre of state power in late feudal China and witnessed the enthronement of 14 Ming and 10 Qing emperors over 505 years. After lunch we will visit the Temple of Heaven. This temple, built between 1406 and 1420 by the same emperor who was responsible for building the Forbidden City, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site regarded as a masterpiece of architectural and landscape design. 
     
     
    Day 3: Beijing, Great Wall of China, Jade Carving, The Sacred Way of Ming Tombs, Photo Stop at Olympic Venues of Bird Nest & Water Cube
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    In the morning, we will visit the Jade Carving Factory and the Great Wall of China. The Great Wall was continuously built from the 3rd century BC to the 17th century AD on the northern border of China as the great military defense project of successive Chinese Empires. Today, the wall is still impressive at 3,750 miles in length, stretching from the Bohai Sea to the Gobi Desert. The Great Wall embodies unparalleled significance as the national symbol for safeguarding the security of the country and Chinese people. After lunch we will visit the Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs. The Sacred Way is a stone paved path which stretches as long as one kilometer to the north of the main gate of the Ming Tombs. Next we will make a photo stop at the 2008 Olympic Venues of Bird Nest (National Stadium) and Water Cube (National Aquatics Center).
     
     
    Day 4: Beijing, Summer Palace, Fresh Water Pearl, High Speed Train to Xian
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    This morning we will visit the the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China, the Summer Palace. Using Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as the basic framework, the Summer Palace combined political and administrative, residential, spiritual, and recreational functions within a landscape of lakes and mountains, in accordance with the Chinese philosophy of balancing the works of man with nature. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value. After lunch we will take the second class high speed train to Xian (about 5 hours). Xian is the ancient capital city of China and the starting point of Silk Road. 
     
     
    Day 5: Xian, Terra Cotta Warriors & Reproduction Factory, Great Mosque, Bell & Drum Tower Square, Muslim Quarter
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    Morning visit to the Terra Cotta Army & reprodution factory. Considered one of the foremost archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, the 2000-year-old Terra Cotta Army was discovered by accident in 1974 by local farmers digging a well. The 8,000-plus life-sized figures are arranged in vaults to guard the tomb of Qin Shihuang, the first emperor of China. After lunch we will visit the Bell & Drum Tower Square, the Great Mosque and Xian Muslim Quarter. The Muslim Quarter of Xian covers several blocks with an estimated 60,000 Muslims in the region. There are about seven ancient mosques in the area, among which the Great Mosque built in 742 is most famous and popular among all. At Xian's Muslim Quarter you will find a seemingly endless labyrinth of street food, restaurants and bustling local life.
     
     
    Day 6: Xian, City Wall, Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square, Fly to Chengdu
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    This morning we will walk on the the oldest, largest and best preserved city walls in China, Xian City Wall which is rectangular in shape and has a total length of 14 kilometers. As one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world, it was constructed with a moat, drawbridges, watch towers, corner towers, parapet walls and gate towers. Next we will visit the Shaanxi History Museum. Considered one of China's most exceptional museums, this museum's exhibits range from ancient bronze tools to Ming and Qing dynasty artifacts. Later we will walk along the square of Big Wild Goose Pagoda. As the symbol of Xian, Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a well-preserved ancient building constructed in 652. It currently stands at a height of 64 meters tall and from the top it offers a great bird's-eye-view of Xian. After lunch we will fly to Chengdu.
     
     
    Day 7: Chengdu, Chengdu Panda Base, Wide & Narrow Alley of Chengdu, Fly to Kunming
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    We will visit the Chengdu Panda Base (Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding) in the morning. The panda base imitates pandas' natural habitat so that pandas can have the best possible environment for rearing and breeding. We may also find other endangered wild animals, such as lesser pandas, black-necked cranes, white storks as well as over 20 species of rare animals. After lunch we will visit the Wide & Narrow Alley of Chengdu. The wide and narrow alleys are two ancient streets being restored to the original Ming & Qing architectural styles. We will experience the leisurely and comfortable life in Chengdu with boutique hotels, characteristic local snacks, traditional teahouse, distinctive inns and relaxing spas. Later we will fly to Kunming nicknamed the Spring City in China.
     
     
    Day 8: Kunming, Stone Forest, Bird & Flower Market
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    After breakfast at hotel we will drive for about 80 miles to the southeast of Kunming to visit the Stone Forest. The Stone Forest covers an area of 2,670 square kilometers and was formed by karst two million to thirty million years ago. The Forest contains peaks, pillars, stalagmites, depressions, underground rivers, and caves. The fantastic stone pinnacles rising abruptly from the ground resemble a huge, dense forest. Back to the city in the afternoon we will visit famous Kunming Bird & Flower Market. 
     
     
    Day 9: Kunming, West Hill, Dragon Gate, Fly to Guilin
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    In the morning we will visit the West Hill and Dragon Gate. West Hill is located west of the Dianchi Lake and extends for more than 40 kilometers at an altitude of 2,500 meters above sea level. The top of West Hill is the Dragon Gate which is a group of grottoes, sculptures, corridors and pavilions that were hacked from the cliff between 1781 and 1835 by a Taoist monk. Dragon Gate offers a great view of Dianchi Lake. After lunch we will fly to Guilin which is world famous for its serene landscapes and mysterious limestone formations which make Guilin one of the most photographed city in China.
     
     
    Day 10: Guilin, Li River Cruise, Yangshuo West Street, Tea Plantation, Two Rivers & Four Lakes Scenic Area
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    This morning we will cruise the Li River. Cruisng the 83-kilometer-long waterway from Guilin to Yangshuo is like traveling along a traditional Chinese painting. The landscape is decorated with startling hills, steep cliffs, fantastic caves and farming villages, and is lined with bamboo. In a Chinese poem it is written: "The river is a green silk ribbon, and the hills are jade hairpins". Upon arrival at Yangshuo we will walk along the famous West Street. Back to Guilin in the afternoon we will visit the local souvenir store. Then we will visit the Two Rivers & Four Lakes Scenic Area. These lakes and rivers are linked up and formed Guilin's central round-the-city water system which make Guilin just like a grand beautiful park.
      
     
    Day 11: Guilin, Reed Flute Cave, Elephant Trunk Hill, High Speed Train to Guangzhou
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    We will visit the Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill in the morning. The Reed Flute Cave got its name from the verdant reeds growing outside it, with which people make flutes. Inside this water-eroded cave is a spectacular world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations formed by carbonate deposition. Illuminated by colored lighting, the fantastic spectacle is found in many variations along this 240-meter-long cave. Elephant Trunk Hill gets its name because its shape resembles an elephant's trunk drinking up water from the Li River below. being one of Guilin's most popular sights, the Elephant Trunk Hill is regarded as the symbol of Guilin. After lunch we will take the high speed train to Guangzhou (about 3 hours).
     
     
    Day 12: Guangzhou, Chen Family Temple, Memorial Hall of Sun Yat-sen, Pearl River Cruise
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    We will visit Chen Family Temple in the morning. Also named Guangdong Folk Art Museum, this 100-year-old temple was once the ancestral temple and study of 72 Chen families in Guangdong in the Qing Dynasty. It is now the largest and best preserved and decorated ancient architecture existing in Guangdong Province. Later on we will visit the Memorial Hall of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. After lunch we will cruise on the Pearl River. The Pearl River has a length of more than 2,000 kilometers and is the third longest river in China. A charming one-hour cruise may be a most romantic way to enjoy the appealing city views of Guangzhou. On the water we will get a refreshingly different and open panorama of the city; the picturesque and diversified waterfronts and river views are a feast for the senses during the day, at sunset, or at night.
     
     
    Day 13: Guangzhou, Yuexiu Park, Five Ram Sculpture, Muslim Sage Waqqas Tomb, Fly to Shanghai
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    In the morning we will visit the Yuexiu Park and the symbol of Five Ram Sculpture. Yuexiu Park is the largest park in downtown Guangzhou. This park is made up of three artificial lakes and seven hills of Yuexiu Mountain reputed for its pretty water and hills as well as cultural relics. The Five-Ram Sculpture is the emblem of Guangzhou at the top of Yuexiu Hill inside Yuexiu Park. The legend behind the sculpture is something about five celestial beings riding through the air on rams to bring rice to the first settlers of the area. We will then visit the Muslim Sage’s Tomb which looks like an ancient Chinese temple, with walls surrounding its four corners. History recorded that Nabi Muhammad (s.a..w), at the age 57 sent his uncle Sad ibn Abi-Waqqas to Guangzhou. The Muslim Sage’s Tomb was to commemorate Sad ibn Abi-Waqqas who died in Guangzhou. We will fly to Shanghai in the afternoon.
     
     
    Day 14: Shanghai, Yuyuan Garden, Chenghuangmiao Market, Silk Store, The Bund & Nanjing Road, People's Square, Shanghai Museum
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    Visit Yuyuan Garden in the morning. This garden is a maze of Ming Dynasty pavilions, elaborate rockeries, arched bridges, and goldfish ponds, all encircled by an undulating dragon wall. We will then spend some time shopping at the Chenghuangmiao market located outside the garden. After lunch we will stroll along the Bund and nearby Nanjing Road. The Bund refers to Shanghai's famous waterfront stretching for 1.6km along the west shore of the Huangpu River. Nanjing Road is the main shopping street of Shanghai and one of the busiest shopping streets in the world. We will then visit the People's Square and Shanghai Museum. The rich and high-quality collection of Shanghai Museum's 120,000 precious works of art including ancient Chinese bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy is specially celebrated in the world. The museum is a distinguished architectural combination of traditional culture and modern spirit, making it unique among many museums in the world.
     
     
    Day 15: Departure from Shanghai
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
    Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

     

  • Deluxe Prices (5-star hotel accommodation)

    Valid Time

    Room Type

    2-3 Pax

    4-5 Pax

    6-9 Pax

    10 Pax & Above

    Mar to Nov

    Double/Triple Occupancy

    USD3928

    USD3598

    USD3218

    USD3118

    Single Room Supplement

    USD730

    USD730

    USD730

    USD600

    Dec to Feb

    Double/Triple Occupancy

    USD3598

    USD3308

    USD2968

    USD2878

    Single Room Supplement

    USD580

    USD580

    USD580

    USD520


    Standard Prices (4-star hotel accommodation)

    Valid Time

    Room Type

    2-3 Pax

    4-5 Pax

    6-9 Pax

    10 Pax & Above

    Mar to Nov

    Double/Triple Occupancy

    USD3578

    USD3258

    USD2878

    USD2768

    Single Room Supplement

    USD640

    USD640

    USD640

    USD550

    Dec to Feb

    Double/Triple Occupancy

    USD3288

    USD2988

    USD2658

    USD2558

    Single Room Supplement

    USD520

    USD520

    USD520

    USD400


    Budget Prices (3-star hotel accommodation)

    Valid Time

    Room Type

    2-3 Pax

    4-5 Pax

    6-9 Pax

    10 Pax & Above

    Mar to Nov

    Double/Triple Occupancy

    USD3378

    USD3058

    USD2678

    USD2568

    Single Room Supplement

    USD380

    USD380

    USD380

    USD300

    Dec to Feb

    Double/Triple Occupancy

    USD3088

    USD2798

    USD2458

    USD2358

    Single Room Supplement

    USD330

    USD330

    USD330

    USD280

     
    Pricing Policy
    The prices are based on per person, twin sharing basis
    Infants (under 2 years of age) traveling with parents: free of charge
    Child (2 -12 years of age) with extra bed: 100% of the adult price
    Child (2 -12 years of age) without extra bed: 70% of the adult price
     
    Booking Notice
    Departure dates upon request at your time of convenience
    Minimum of two persons are required at the time of booking
    This is an exclusive private tour (with private guide and private vehicle)
    If you prefer to book your own hotels, we are glad to deduct the room rates for you
    Complimentary multilingual GoGlobalis audio guide of sightseeing places if available
    This itinerary can be tailored to your individual interests
    What's Included
    Second class high speed train ticket
    Halal meals as specified in the itinerary
    Domestic flight airfares with tax included 
    Hotel accommodations with daily Buffet Breakfast at hotel
    Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver for land transportation
    Experienced private English language speaking tour guide
    All admission tickets to sightseeing places
    All government taxes
    What's Not Included
    International airfares
    Optional tour & insurance
    Gratuities or tips to guides and drivers
    Excursions & activities not included in itinerary
    Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, etc
    Reservation
    For reservation, simply send an email to info@islamiChina.com. Please inform us: the tour code; the series you choose (deluxe, standard or budget); the number of travelers; your name as appeared in passport; your passport number; the date of arrival in China and your international flight numbers. For information on reservation, payment and cancellation please read our Terms & Conditions.

     

  • Deluxe Hotels for Classic China Tour 15 Days

    Beijing

    Great Wall  Hotel Beijing or similar

    Xian

    Grand Noble Hotel Xian or similar

    Chengdu

    Tibet Hotel Chengdu or similar

    Kunming

    Crowne Plaza Kunming or similar

    Guilin

    Lijiang Waterfall Hotel Gulin or similar

    Guangzhou

    China Hotel Guangzhou or similar

    Shanghai

    Crowne Plaza Hotel Shanghai or similar


    Standard Hotels for Classic China Tour 15 Days

    Beijing

    5L Hotel Bejing or similar

    Xian

    Grand New World Hotel Xian or similar

    Chengdu

    Holiday Inn Oriental Plaza Chengdu or similar

    Kunming

    Jinjiang Hotel Kunming or similar

    Guilin

    Bravo Hotel Guilin or similar

    Guangzhou

    Ocean Hotel Guangzhou or similar

    Shanghai

    Ambassador Hotel Shanghai or similar


    Budget Hotels for Classic China Tour 15 Days

    Beijing

    City Inn Happy Valley Beijing or similar

    Xian

    Xian Tianyou International  Hotel Xian or similar

    Chengdu

    Garden City Hotel Chengdu or similar

    Kunming

    King World International Hotel Kunming or similar

    Guilin

    Golden Dragonball Hotel Gulin or similar

    Guangzhou

    Jinsha Hotel Guangzhou or similar

    Shanghai

    Holiday Inn Express Putuo Shanghai or similar

    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Great Wall Hotel Beijing
    Add: No.10 East 3rd ring North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
    Tel: +86-10-65905566
     
    Centrally located in the Chaoyang Commercial District, The Great Wall Hotel Beijing offers accommodations just 300 m from Agricultural Exhibition Center Metro Station. It features 4 dining options and an indoor pool. Yonghe Temple and Guozijian are both a 20-minute drive from The Great Wall Hotel Beijing. Beijing Train Station is a 25-minute drive away. Beijing West Station is a 1-hour car journey away. It takes 30 minutes to reach Beijing Capital International Airport by car from the property. Stylish rooms feature modern interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows. Tastefully decorated, all rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar and cozy seating area. A bathtub and shower facilities are in the private bathroom. Silk Road Trattoria restaurant serves a variety of Italian dishes, while French specialties are offered at the French Bistro. At The 21st Floor Chinese Restaurant, guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city while sampling Cantonese and Sichuan food. Recreational choices include relaxing in the sauna, having a body massage, or exercising at the gym. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with currency exchange and car rental services.
     
     
    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Grand Noble Hotel Xian 
    Add: No.334 East Street Beilin District, Xian
    Tel: +86-02-87690000
     
    Located in the central business area of Xi'an, Grand Noble Hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the Bell and Drum Tower as well as the Muslim Food Street. It features 6 dining options, a spa and wellness center, while guestrooms offer iPod and MP3 stations and free WiFi access in all areas. Hotel Grand Noble is a 5-minute drive from Xi'an Railway Station and a 10-minute drive from Xi'an History Museum. It takes about 40 minutes by taxi to Xianyang International Airport or Terracotta Warriors. All guest rooms have private bathroom facilities, a mini-bar, and a safety deposit box. Free branded toiletries are offered in the private bathroom. Coffee/tea maker can also be found in the rooms. Guests can work out at the well-equipped fitness center, or make use of the bicycle rental facilities. The hotel also offers a tour desk to arrange day activities. 
     
     
    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Tibet Hotel Chengdu
    Add: No.10 North Renmin Road, Chengdu North Railway, Chengdu
    Tel: +86-28-83183388
     
    The Chengdu Tibet Hotel is among the premier hotels in this city, having won the Diamond service Award by the World Golden Key Organization. Guests should be sure to take advantage of the tourist attractions nearby which include the Baoguang Temple, the Chengdu Panda Breeding Research Center, Sanxingdui Museum, Wenshu Monastery, Wolong Panda Reserve, Wuhou Memorial Temple, Mt. Qingcheng Qingyang Temple, and the Thatched Cottage of Du Fu. Both tourists and business travelers alike appreciate its combination of tradition and modern styling. As this hotel is located next to the Jinjiang River, it provides both tranquility and a beautiful view. All of its rooms are luxuriously furnished, highlighted by the elegant bedding.
     
     
    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Crowne Plaza Kunming
    Add: No. 399, Qingnian Road, Wuhua District, Kunming
    Tel: +86-871-63158888
     
    If you're looking for a conveniently located hotel in Kunming, look no further than Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre. From this convenient location, guests can easily access to all the attractions and must-see destinations in this lively city. Also within easy reach are Dongfeng Square, Jinbi Square, and East Pagoda. At Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre, the excellent service and superior facilities make it an unforgettable stay. To name a few of the hotel's facilities, there are safety deposit boxes, facilities for disabled guests, Wi-Fi in public areas, an executive floor, and a nightclub. Guests can choose from 125 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. The hotel offers many unique recreational opportunities such as an indoor pool and sauna. Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre is your one-stop destination for quality hotel accommodations in Kunming.
     
     
    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel
    Add: No.1 North Shanhu Road, Guilin City Center, Guilin
    Tel: +86-773-2822881
     
    Located in Guilin’s city center, close to many businesses, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, Lijiang Waterfall Hotel is an ideal base for business and leisure travelers. Lijiang Waterfall Hotel is 25 kilometers from the international airport and only three kilometers from the railway station. Guilin International Conference Center is only five kilometers away, making it convenient for business travelers. Enjoy East Asian cuisines from the onsite restaurant and enjoy Japanese, Korean, and Chinese selections. Guests can host wedding receptions and company seminars as the multi-function halls can hold up to 500 occupants. The gym is available for the more health conscious travelers while everyone else can lounging by the pool or enjoying a few evening drinks in the lobby. Lijiang Waterfall Hotel can be easily booked with our secure online booking form. Simply enter your dates and click to proceed.
     
     
    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star China Hotel Guangzhou
    Add: No. 122 Liu Hua Lu,Guangdong, Yuexiu Distrion, Guangzhou
    Tel: +86-20-86666888
     
    China Hotel has undergone renovation, completing its first stage with 850 new guests rooms boasting a modern décor and world-class Marriott facilities. With an ideal location in the center of Guangzhou, China Hotel - A Marriott Hotel is a 35-minute drive to the Baiyun International Airport. Opposite the hotel is the Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center and the Yuexiu Park Metro Station, providing a hassle-free transportation for guests with direct access to CIEF Pazhou Complex. Easily accessible are top attractions including Museum of Western Han Dynasty, Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, Chen's Clan Temple, and the Night Cruise on the Pearl River. For on-site activities, guests can also take advantage of the huge selection of leisure activities to enjoy, including an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, 24-hour fitness center, Jacuzzi, as well as a steam and sauna room. There are seven bars and restaurants to choose from such as Café Veranda, which offers a lavish international buffet, and also the luxurious Four Seasons serving the finest Cantonese cuisine. For a post-meal drink, guests can enjoy a refreshing cocktail at Sapphire Lounge. China Hotel - A Marriott Hotel offers the best possible comfort for all of their guests.
     
     
    Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Crowne Plaza Shanghai Hotel
    Add: No. 400 Pan Yu Road, Changning District, Shanghai
    Tel: +86-21-61458888
     
    If you have stayed at one of the many Crown Plazas around the globe, you are already familiar with the quality of service they represent. Crowne Plaza Shanghai Hotel prides themselves on providing a full array of hospitality geared for business. That means you can expect a lot of amenities all under one roof. An excellent business center can be found on-site with meeting facilities and ballrooms that can accommodate corporate or private events. But it's not all business all the time. Guests can relax with the dining options, work out in the well-equipped fitness center, or take advantage of the Olympic-sized indoor pool. A sauna and massage treatments further the chances to get truly relaxed. With all these options and a worldwide track record of good service, you are in good hands during your stay at Crowne Plaza Shanghai Hotel.
     
     
    Standard Hotel: 4-star Beijing 5L Hotel 
    Add: No. 1 Jianguomenwai Street (Jianguomenwai Dajie) Chaoyang District Beijing
    Tel: +86-10-65052277 
     
    Offering free WiFi, Beijing 5L Hotel offers rooms in Beijing, 6 km from Wangfujing Street and 6.3 km from Guijie Street. Well located in the Chaoyang district, this hotel is located 6.6 km from Tiananmen Square. Yonghegong Temple is 8 km away and Forbidden City is 8 km from the hotel. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Beijing 5L Hotel. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Chinese cuisine. Staff at the reception can help around the clock with guidance on the area. Qianmen Street is 8 km from Beijing 5L Hotel, while Nan Luo Gu Xiang is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Nanyuan Airport, 20.9 km from the hotel.  This is our guests' favorite part of Beijing, according to independent reviews. This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Beijing! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.
     
     
    Standard Hotel: 4-star Grand New World Hotel 
    Add: No. 172 Lian Hu Lu, Lianhu District, Xian
    Tel: +86-29-87216868
     
    Located next to the city wall, the friendly staff at this location can make any stay in Xian effortless and memorable. With 480 rooms, Grand New World Hotel can accommodate a large amount of people, and they usually do because of their popularity and reputation for excellence. The staff realizes that it is difficult to travel in a city where most visitors don’t speak the language, and as a consequence, they make visiting the major tourist sites in the area effortless and efficient. Be sure to check out the Terra-Cotta Warriors, and the Temple of the Eight Immortals is certainly worth a look as well. Considered by many to be the best place to stay in Xian, the Grand New World Hotel will not disappoint, and it is definitely worth a look. Grand New World Hotel can be easily booked with our secure online booking form. Simply enter your dates and click to proceed.
     
     
    Standard Hotel: 4-star Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza 
    Add: No. 231 Zhiquan Section of East Street, Jinjiang District, Chengdu
    Tel: +86-28-61306688
     
    Conveniently located in Chengdu, Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza is a great base from which to explore this vibrant city. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Offering hotel guests superior services and a broad range of amenities, Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza is committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable as possible. While lodging at this wonderful property, guests can enjoy 24-hour front desk, facilities for disabled guests, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas. All guest accommodations feature thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort. The hotel's fitness center, indoor pool are ideal places to relax and unwind after a busy day. When you are looking for comfortable and convenient accommodations in Chengdu, make Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza your home away from home.
     
     
    Standard Hotel: 4-star Kunming Jinjiang Hotel
    Add: No. 98 Beijing Road, Guandu District, Kunming
    Tel: 86-871-63138888
     
    For visitors traveling overland, Kunming Jinjiang Hotel is in an ideal location a few minutes's walk from the bus terminal and train station. Located within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, guests will find local souvenir markets, a Wal-Mart, and a Carrefour, and guests paying a visit to the nearby flower market will also discover why Kunming is known as the City of Eternal Spring. Situated close to Kunming's transport hub, this hotel provides ample opportunity for guests to explore the city and its surroundings, with buses, a train, and travel agents in the immediate vicinity. The hotel includes the Shanghai and the Lily restaurant which serve Huaiyan and Yunna specialties. The banquet halls have the capacity to hold anywhere between 20 to 300 people.
     
     
    Standard Hotel: 4-star Guilin Bravo Hotel
    Add: 4 South Ronghu Road, Guilin City Center, Guilin
    Tel: +86-773-2898888
     
    Once known as Holiday In Guilin, this convenient and comfortable accommodation resides next to Ronghu Lake within the city center of Guilin. The hotel is in close proximity to the airport and railway station. With such convenience, guests can easily access popular attractions in Guilin such as the Elephant Trunk Hill and Banyan Lake. Guilin Bravo Hotel offers guests with full hearted services and nicely equipped guestrooms. There are conference and business centers ready for utilization. After a long day of sightseeing, guests may dine in the hotel’s restaurant which offers international and Chinese cuisine throughout the day. All things considered, Guilin Bravo Hotel is excellently located, well appointed, and reasonably priced.
     
     
    Standard Hotel: 4-star Ocean Hotel Guangzhou 
    Add: 412 Huangshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
    Tel: +86-20-87765988
     
    This business class hotel, located just 15 minutes from the Chinese Export Complex, is uniquely situated in the business center. The New Baiyun International Airport is just a quick 40-minute drive away, giving guests the perfect location for international connections. The two on-site dining venues serve a comprehensive compilation of Western and authentic local dishes and features a full bar. Ocean Hotel also features a shopping center, karaoke lounge, beauty salon, and a spa. The Ocean Hotel is the perfect business traveler venue due to its ideal location, vast selection of on-site facilities, and its world-class staff.
     
     
    Standard Hotel:4-star Shanghai Ambassador Hotel 
    Add: No.818 Wanhngdu Road, Jingan District, Shanghai
    Tel: +86-21-63357509
     
    This luxury class hotel situated in the CaoJiaDu Commercial Zone, is located near West NanJing Road. Guests will enjoy easy access to the Shanghai Exhibition Center, the commercial zones of ZhongShan Park, and the JingAn Temple. The hotel is also surrounded by a myriad of restaurants, shopping areas, and local markets. The hotel boasts 308 rooms furnished with elegant amenities that promote comfort and offer a special Japanese floor. Additionally, guests can enjoy fine dining and drinks at the Clivia Coffee Shop, the Grand Palace Restaurant, and the Yawara Teppanyaki Restaurant. The Ambassador Hotel is one of the leading international luxury hotels in Shanghai, perfect for guests that want luxury and refinement.
     
      
    Budget Hotel: 3-star City Inn Happy Valley Hotel Beijing 
    Add: Vecchio Shopping Street, North Xiaowuji Road, East 4th Ring, Chaoyang District, Beijing
    Tel: +86-10-67376688
     
    City Inn Happy Valley Beijing is a chain of fine business hotel brand developed by the OCT IHMC, located in the center of Beijing City that gives traveler the great location for business and financial purposes. The hotel is also easily reachable the city’s major shopping area and famous attractions nearby such as Beijing National Stadium, the Summer Palace. The hotel boasts excellent accommodation among Beijing hotels, good service and well appointed facility. In the hotel there are 224 rooms that have contemporary interiors and diverse room types. It offers the ideal setting for conferences, meetings, special events, business trips, and the Internet access helps guests keeping in touch with their friends and family when traveling in Beijing. Free broad video and self-help laundry house are available for guests. Restaurants, Bars, Sauna, Foot Massage, Beauty Salon, Supermarket, Banks, and Hospital are all around the hotel. An attentive and professional staff is always pleased to provide you all the necessary information for your successful Beijing travel.
     
     
    Budget Hotel: 3-star Xian Tianyou International Hotel
    Add: 12 West 2nd Ring Road (Xi Erhuan Nanduan) Lianhu District Xi'an
    Tel: +86-29-87918888
     
    The Xi'an Tianyou International Hotel (Tianyou Guoji Jiudian) is located approximately 32 km (20 mi) from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport. Guests can dine on Chinese dishes at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink in the cafe. Business travelers are invited to make the most of the business center and meeting rooms.In their free time, guests can relax in the sauna or treat themselves to a massage. This hotel provides Wi-Fi access in rooms and public areas as well as free parking.
     
     
    Budget Hotel: 3-star Garden City Hotel Chengdu  
    Add: No.8 Daye Road,Yanshikou,Jinjiang Area, Tianfu Square, Chengdu
    Tel: +86-28-86663388
     
    Located in the lovely area of Tianfu Square, Chengdu Garden City Hotel enjoys a commanding position in the sightseeing, shopping, restaurants hub of Chengdu. The city center is merely 1.0 Km away and the airport can be reached within 35 minutes. No less exceptional is the hotel's easy access to the city's myriad attractions and landmarks, such as Yanshikou, Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Tianfu Square. Offering hotel guests superior services and a broad range of amenities, Chengdu Garden City Hotel is committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable as possible. While lodging at this wonderful property, guests can enjoy 24-hour room service, Wi-Fi in public areas, valet parking, car park, room service. All guest accommodations feature thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort. 
     
     
    Budget Hotel: 3-star King World International Hotel Kunming
    Add: No. 96 Beijing Road, Panlong District, Kunming
    Tel: 86-871-63526666
     
    King World International Hotel is a joint-venture three star international standard hotel in downtown Kunming. It lies among financial area in the Spring City. There are 4 languages satellite TV channels to be chosen- that is Chinese, English, Japanese and Thai. You will definitely enjoy yourself here based on their international standard service.
     
     
    Budget Hotel: 4-star Guilin Golden Dragonball Hotel
    Add: No.1 Longzhu Road, Guilin City Center, Guilin
    Tel: +86-733-2833300
     
    Designed for both business and leisure travel, Guilin Golden Dragonball Hotel is ideally situated in Guilin City Center; one of the city's most popular locales. The hotel lies 1 km from the city center and provides accessibility to important town facilities. A well-kempt environment and its proximity to Fuboshan Park, Jingjiang Mansion, Fu Long zhao give to this hotel a special charm. At Guilin Golden Dragonball Hotel, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. While lodging at this wonderful property, guests can enjoy casino, 24-hour room service, facilities for disabled guests, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park. All guest accommodations feature thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. When you are looking for comfortable and convenient accommodations in Guilin, make Guilin Golden Dragonball Hotel your home away from home.
     
     
    Budget Hotel: 3-star Jinsha Hotel Guangzhou 
    Add: No.1 Shabei South Street, Shafeng Road, Jinsha Street, Baiyun District
    Tel: +86-20-81768299
     
    Fifteen minutes’ drive from Guangzhou Railway Station, Jinsha Hotel is located in Tianhe. Offering free parking nearby, the cozy hotel provides free WiFi in all areas. The hotel is 17 minutes' car journey from Tianhe Coach Termical Station. It takes 25 minutes by car from Jin Sha Hotel to Pazhou Complex Center and 50 minutes to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. The air-conditioned and carpeted room comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a mini-bar. Featuring a shower, private bathroom offers free toiletries, a hairdryer and slippers. Extras include a desk and a seating area. Well-appointed meetingbanquet facilities are available at Jin Sha Hotel. There is fax and photocopying service offered with an additional fee. Luggage storage and car hire can be arranged at 24-hour front desk. Staff will be happy to help with tour arrangements at the tour desk.
     
     
    Budget Hotel: 3-star Holiday Inn Express Putuo Hotel
    Add: No. 843 Guang fuxi Lu, Putuo District, Shanghai
    Tel: +86-21-61421818
     
    Well-managed and conveniently situated on Guang Fu Xi Road, in the heart of downtown, Holiday Inn Express Putuo Hotel is a great choice for travelers. It's an easy drive to the city center and a short distance of nine kilometers to Hongqiao International Airport. The railway station is also easily accessible along with many scenic destinations such as Jing'an Temple, Jade Buddy Temple, Zhong Shan Park and the Su Zhou River where guests can enjoy the stunning riverside and garden view. Shanghai's prime shopping center is also within close proximity. The seven-story hotel boasts 237 well-appointed guest rooms that come with a modern and simplistic style. All room are non-smoking, featuring satellite TV and individually controlled air conditioning. Catering to the discerning business travelers, the 48 square meters meeting room is ideal and fully-equipped with an array of meeting facilities such as an LCD projector and a DVD player.
     
      

     

  • 1: Do I need a visa to travel to China?
     
    Yes, you do need a China Visa. Foreign visitors can obtain individual or group visas from Chinese embassies and consulates, usually within a day or two. For individual travelers, single-entry visas are valid for entry within three months. For business people and other regular visitors there are multiple-entry visas good for six months at a time. Each visa is valid for a stay of 30 or 60 days, and can be extended while in China. Visitors should be sure to carry their passports while in China as they are needed to check into hotels, make plane or train reservations, exchange money or establish the holder's identity. 
     
    If you need Visa Invitation Letter from us, please inform us at least one month ahead of your arrival date in China. Usually, it will take us about one week to process the Visa Invitation Letter. If you need hotel confirmation to get China Visa, please also advice us in advance. 
     
    2: How strenuous is this trip?
     
    This trip is moderate. The trip includes full days of activities, which start early in the morning and end in the evening. You may discuss the starting time with GCT tour guide who will be happy to listen to your advice. The longest walking is from Tian'anmen Square to Forbidden City and then to the parking place which will last for less than three hours covering about 2km. At Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian, it is a long walk (about 10 minutes) from the parking to the entrance. You are recommended to spend CNY5 or CNY10 to take the local electric car if you feel it is neccessary.  
     
    As for the Great Wall of China, we are visiting Juyongguan or Badaling part which are renovated and fairly easy to climb. However, some of the climb along the wall does get fairly steep. You may stop any time and anywhere depending on your phycial condition. Bring plenty of water, wear good hiking shoes or boots and appropriate clothing for the weather. Also wear a hat and/or sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
     
    3. What types of meals are included?
     
    Meals will be served as the itinerary specified. Breakfast will be both Western and Chinese buffet breakfast at hotel. Lunch will be at local Chinese restaurants near sightseeing places. Dinner will be on your own. You may try local cuisines in each city, such as Peking Roasted Duck in Beijing, Xian Dumplings Banquet, etc. GCT tour guide will be very happy to assist you to find a fine local restaurant. 
     
    For guests with allergies, please bring all necessary medicines with you. Guests are highly encouraged to inform GCT ahead of time of specific allergies, such as to peanuts, fish, etc., so that our guides can ensure these items, including peanut oil, are not used in restaurant meals.
     
    If you request specific kind of food due to religious reasons, such as Halal meals, Indian meals or Arabian meals, please inform us in advance and we will arrange based on your request. 
     
    4. What types of vehicles are used? What are the roads like during our trips?
     
    Throughout the whole trip, GCT provides a private vehicle that is safe, comfortable and spacious and driven by experienced local drivers. In Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, all roads are well-paved and of good quality.
     
    For 2 passengers, we use a private sedan car; for 3 to 6 passengers, we use a private MPV such as Hyundai Refine; for 7 to 10 passengers, we use a private Toyota Hiace; for 11 to 17 passengers, we use 21 seated King Long Bus; for more than 18 passengers, we use buses with 33 seats, 45 seats and 51 seats respectively based on the group size.
     
    5. I heard that a deposit is needed when check in at hotels in China, is this true?
     
    Yes, it is true. When you check in hotels in China, you are required to pay a deposit at the front desk though GCT has paid hotel for your accommodations. Deposit can be cash or you may pay the deposit with your credit card. This deposit is for your personal expenses at the hotel, such as minibar, international phone calls, laundry and etc. Of course, the deposit will be refunded when you check out. 
     
    6. What about baggage regulations?
     
    Allowance for carry-on luggage and checked luggage will vary with the class of your airline ticket, the dimensions of the bag, and individual airline policies. Usually, for domestic China flights, you are allowed to check one piece of luggage. The limitation is 20 Kilograms (44 pounds) total. A fee may be imposed for excess weight. Passengers traveling together can have their luggage allowances calculated together on a per-person basis. There is no free luggage allowance for holders of infant tickets. Passengers may apply for insurance coverage above the minimum value for checked luggage. On domestic trains there are no luggage restrictions, but few porters are available to help with luggage.
     
    7. What is the tipping practice in China?
     
    It is a common practice for visitors to tip the tour guide and driver in recognition of their good service. Our local guides and drivers do their utmost to make your trip smooth and pleasant. Gratuities are a way of showing your appreciation and also constitute a large part of their monthly income. We suggest $5 USD per person per day to both local guide and driver (you may tip them before you leave each city). Hotel Bellboys and luggage person will expect your tip for the delivery of your luggage, it is suggested that CNY5 for each delivery. It is not customary to leave tips at hotels or local restaurants as the bill usually includes a 10-15% service charge.
     
    8. Is tap water drinkable in China?
     
    Tap water at most hotels are not drinkable. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Tea is often provided free in hotel.
     
    9. What about electricity in China?
     
    Electricity supply is 220 volts, 50 cycles throughout China. Plugs at hotel are normally two-pin flat (5 amp). Adaptors can be obtained from hotel housekeeping for free. 
     
    10. Can I use credit cards in China?
     
    At present the Bank of China accepts Master, American Express, Visa, JCB, and Diners Club cards. Travelers may use these cards to draw cash over the exchange counters in China's banks, make purchases or pay bills at large department stores, restaurants and hotels in more than 100 major cities in China. A surcharge of 2% is always charged for card transactions.
     
    11. What about the Chinese Currency?
     
    RMB (Renminbi) is the sole legitimate currency of the People's Republic of China. The basic unit of RMB is yuan, (pronounced in local dialect as kuai), which is divided into 10 jiao (pronounced as mao), which is again divided into 10 fen. RMB paper notes include 1, 2, 5, 10, 50 and 100 yuan, and the smaller 1, 2 and 5 mao. There are also 1, 2, 5 yuan, 1, 2, 5 mao and 1, 2, 5fen coins.
     
    You may change money at most four and five star hotels and at Bank of China. The exchange rate all over China is the same fixed by Bank of China. You should keep the form you fill in when changing money, because you will need to show it when you change RMB back into foreign currency.
     
    12. What about counterfeit money?
     
    Counterfeit money may be found in China and you may likely get counterfeit money as exchange from street vendors when you do shopping out on the street. Therefore, don't give big note money to street vendors. It is very common that shop and restaurant staff will carefully check your note when you pay. You may get counterfeit money outside the Summer Palace, outside the Forbidden City and in the street market outside the Great Mosque in Xian.  
     
    13. Is China a safe place to travel?
     
    China has a low crime rate, comparing with a lot of other countries. Foreigners have seldom been victims of violent crime. It is still wise to be cautious with your personal possession in public place. There are pickpockets active in crowded areas such as train stations, markets, shopping areas, etc. Do not show off your money in public. Use your safe in the hotel room and don't bring too much cash with you when you don't need it. 
     
    14. Can you give me some examples of tourist traps or scams when traveling in China?
     
    Art Student or Students Practicing English
    Be careful when you encounter a student in China who wants to practice English with you. Sometimes they are real students who want to improve their oral English. However, in most cases, they pretend to be a student who makes a living by taking you to art galleries, bars or coffee shop where you will likely be ripped off. Here is a short scam story: "When walking down the Wangfujing area, a girl, dressed in student suit, asked me if I wanted to go for a cup of coffee so that she could practice her English. Certainly, I had no excuse to refuse, and then she brought me into a café. The menu is incredibly expensive, a small beer for 100RMB. The bill finally was 1200RMB. That's extremely terrible." You may easily encounter a student on Downtown Beijing's Wangfujing Street, the Bell & Drum Tower Square in Xian and the Bund & Nanjing Road in Shanghai. 
     
    Tea House, Coffee Shop or Nightclub Scam
    At many tourist areas, you may be approached by elegant female or gentleman who will give you a free Hutong tour or something else for free. He or she will tell you something interesting about their city, even the history and culture of the city. After a while chat, he or she will invite you to go for a rest at the nearby tea house, coffee shop or a Karaoke Bar. There is the scam, and you will be asked to pay hundreds or thousands of dollars.
     
    Picture-taking scam
    Dressing up in traditional clothes for pictures at local tourist spots can be fun and memorable. It can also be expensive if you don’t clearly negotiate the price and know the price inclusions. Often they will tell you after you and a friend have posted that the price negotiated was per person. Or they will tell you the price is for only the smallest size print.
     
     

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We have returned safe, sound and very pleased. This is just a brief note to thank you for your hospitality, care and attention for details. We were a bit anxious before starting this tour but thanks to your organizing skills we have returned with great bundles of very happy memories. Your guides are all wonderfully dedicated individuals. They made our stay and movements easy, enjoyable and educational.

A small group from Toronto is soon departing for a 20 day tour with you. I have no doubt they would benefit from your expertise just as much as we did, or more. We have already talked about your organization and its people to a number of our friends. We will be happy to talk to any one else at your suggestion.

With all the best wishes
Abbas
April, 2007
From Canada