China's Vast Discovery Tour
This amazing tour is perfect for all first time birth country travelers. Beijing's deep-rooted culture, Xian's rich historical relics, Guilin's fabulous sceneries and Hong Kong's modernity will thrill adoptees and enhance their appreciation of their heritage.
Explore Beijing's Hutong neighborhoods-the best- preserved areas that represented the history, culture and lifestyles of old Beijing on a rickshaw; then visit the breathtaking Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum in Xian. Enjoy the spectacular views of the beautiful backdrops and colorful lighting displays in the Reed Flute Caves and a pleasant home stay in Guilin.; Be prepared to sample delicious authentic cuisines from around the world and shop for great souvenirs in the Eaters' and Shoppers' Paradise-Hong Kong. Hands on cultural activities and exciting sightseeing programs are incorporated on your daily itinerary as well.
Tour Overview
Tour Code: CHTT-CVDT
Trip Duration: 12 days/11 nights
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Beijing, Xian, Guilin, HongKong
Departure Dates: DailyDay 1 : Beijing
meals: N/A
Depart Canada to begin your explorations at China's most popular sites and cities. Cross the International Date Line enroute to China.
Day 2 : Beijing
meals: N/A
Arrive in Beijing and meet your English-speaking guide and driver after claiming your baggage. You will then travel to your hotel to settle down and adjust to the time difference.
Day 3 : Beijing
meals: B/L
Day 4 : Beijing
meals: B/L
Visit a UNESCO world heritage sites today. Begin your day with a tour at the Great Wall. Constructed more than 2,000 years ago by China's first emperor, the ancient wall is 6,350 km in length and the only visible man-made structure that could be seen from space. As an optional program at night, you can enjoy either a Kungfu or acrobatics show.
Day 5 : Beijing/Xian
meals: B/L/D
In the morning, explore the imperial gardens of the Summer Palace originally built in 1750 and later rebuilt in 1886. Located in the western outskirts of the city, the Summer Palace is the leading classical garden in China and a UNESCO world heritage site. In the afternoon, visit China's largest temple and altar-the Temple of Heaven, which is often depicted as the most recognizable symbol of China. You can fly kites there. Early this evening, get onboard a luxury express train for your overnight journey to Xian.
Day 6 : Xian
meals: L
Arrive early this morning in China's ancient capital city of Xian. Known as ChangAn in ancient times, Xian was the capital city of China for 1,062 years (13 dynasties), under the reign of 73 different emperors. Visit the Xi'an Museum for an in-depth look at China's extensive history with more than 2,000 items on exhibit. In the afternoon, get on top the 950-year-old city wall and ride a bike; be sure to enjoy the panoramic view of the city. Built during the early Ming Dynasty with a core of mud covered by three layers of bricks, it is the only city wall to remain intact in China today.
Day 7 : Xian
meals: B/L
Embark on an amazing historical and cultural adventure today and begin with an exploration at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, where you will find lifelike terracotta soldiers, horses, chariots and weapons created more than 2,000 years ago to guard the first emperor's tomb. Their vibrant painted details worn away during weathering, thus revealing their original earthy color. Learn to make JiaoZi (dumplings) in a local restaurant and have JiaoZi lunch there. Enjoy recording your experiences of the day in a journal or just lounging in your fine hotel room.
Day 8 : Xian/Guilin
meals: B/L/D
You will fly to Guilin from Xian today. After lunch, begin your tour with a visit to the Reed Flute Caves (Ludi Yan). Enjoy the spectacular views of beautiful backdrops created by the cool atmosphere and colorful lighting displays inside the caves as you pass by many fanciful shapes (don't forget to look for the Monkey King).
Day 9 : Guilin/Yangshuo/Guilin
meals: B/L/D
After breakfast, embark on a Li River scenic cruise along the Li River and enjoy a delicious lunch onboard. The landscape of Guilin is noted as the most gorgeous in China, with sparkling clear waters and magnificent green hills; you will see fishermen fishing with their trained cormorant birds occasionally as well. Your children will be excited to watch water buffalos either grazing along the riverbanks or taking lazy afternoon swims.
Day 10 : Guilin/Hong Kong
meals: B
Meet your guide and driver in the hotel lobby and you will be transferred to Guilin Train Station, depart for Hong Kong.Upon your arrival at Hong Kong, please arrange your own transfer to your hotel.
Day 11 : Hong Kong
meals: D
Take a half-day city motor coach tour on Hong Kong Island and visit attractions, including Victoria Peak and its stunning panoramic views, bustling Stanley Market, Repulse Bay and the floating village of Aberdeen after breakfast. Your afternoon is free for shopping and independent explorations. Enjoy a fabulous buffet dinner cruise around Hong Kong Harbor before returning to your hotel to prepare for your journey back home.
Day 12 : Hong Kong
meals: N/A
Transfer to the Hong Kong airport for your flight back to Canada.
REMARKS:
- B = Breakfast L = Chinese Lunch D = Chinese Dinner
CA= Air China CZ=China Southern Airline MU=China Eastern Airlines
 | 1 Person | 2-5 Persons | 6-9 Persons | Hotel Single Supplement |
| Standard Class | $3295.00 | $1990.00 | $1470.00 | $325.00 |
| Deluxe Class | $3470.00 | $2080.00 | $1550.00 | $395.00 |
| Superior Class | $3860.00 | $2270.00 | $1750.00 | $550.00 |
| City | Standard Class | Deluxe Class | Superior Class |
| Beijing . | Phoenix Palace Hotel | Novotel Peace Hotel | Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong |
| Xian . | Tang City Hotel | Grand Noble Hotel | Xi'an DaJing Castle Hotel |
| Guilin . | Guilin Days Hotel | Guilin Exhibition International Hotel | Guilin Exhibition International Hotel |
| Hotel | Indoor Pool | Outdoor Pool | Gym | Safe Box | Refrigerator | Hair Dryer | Kitchen |
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| Guilin Exhibition International Hotel | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Inclusions
- Beijing/Xian soft sleeper train ticket.
- Tour price includes hotel accommodations, sightseeing and meals as noted in the itinerary, intra-China airfare, private transfers and ground transportation, and the services of an English- speaking guide and driver.
- All prices are quoted in US Dollars and are subject to change without notice. Please check at time of booking.
- All prices are quoted per person based on two people sharing a room (double occupancy). Single supplement applies for single travelers.
Exclusions
- Passport or China Visa Fees.
- Tips to guides and driver.
- Optional program.
- Expenses of a personal nature.
- Costs associated with side-trip to orphanage.
- Guilin/Hong Kong bullet train ticket and trip to Hong Kong on Day 10-12, which can be arranged by Lotus. Please feel free to contact us for price quote and suggestions.
- International Airfare (Please contact our travel advisors for the consolidator rate of international air ticket).
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