Cities in Sunlight’s Scenic & Cultural Tours:
- Beijing (3N), Xian (2N), Guilin (2N), Hangzhou (2N), Suzhou (1N) & Shanghai (2N)
Tour Price Includes:
- Round/trip airfare from San Francisco via United Airlines.
- First/Deluxe Class hotel accommodation based on double occupancy.
- Meals as in the itinerary (B=Breakfast * L=Lunch * D=Dinner)
- English Speaking Guided Sightseeing Tours.
- Transportation and all domestic airfares as mentioned in the itinerary.
Scheduled Itinerary for this Tour:
Day 1: San Francisco – Beijing
Depart San Francisco for a pleasant non-stop via United Airlines.
Day 2: Beijing
Arrive Beijing and transfer to Pullman Hotel Beijing for rest. (D)
Day 3: Beijing
Tour this historic city with special visit to the Forbidden City; Tiananmen Square; the Summer Palace; also visit the famous Olympics stadium “Bird’s Nest” and view “Water Cube”. Night market after dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 4: Beijing
Enjoy a full day tour to The Great Wall-one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the Ming Tombs. Enjoy the special Peking Dinner in the evening. (B/L/D)
Day 5: Beijing – Xian
Morning visit the Temple of Heaven, then flight to Xian-once the largest city in the world and paradigm of imperial splendor. Upon arrival, transfer to the Sheraton Hotel or same class hotel for your stay in Xian before visit Wild goose Pagoda; Forest of Steles and City Wall. Enjoy the special Cultural Performance of Tang Sing & Dancing Show. (B/L/D)
Day 6: Xian
Today discover the treasures of this region with a full day tour to the Qin Tomb excavation famous for the Terra Cotta Warriors. Also visit the archaeological ruins of Ban Bo Village, and the Hua Qing Hot spring. At last, we will visit the Jade Factory. Enjoy the special local Cuisine of Steam Dumping Banquet in the evening. (B/L/D.)
Day 7: Xian – Guilin
Today you will visit the City Wall and the Great Mosque before fly to Guilin-is actually the landscape of China. Guilin’s scenery is unique-both to China and the rest of the world. Upon arrival, transfer to Sheraton Hotel or same class hotel for rest. (B/L/D)
Day 8: Guilin
Enjoy a full day cruise along the Li River, one of China’s highlights. Marvel at the extraordinary pinnacles that seem to be taken from a Chinese artist’s scroll and collect memories of the scenery along the river banks. At last you will visit the Elephant Trunk Hill, and a Special local minority cultural show in the evening, special local cuisine evening. (B.L.D.)
Day 9: Guilin – Hangzhou
This Morning visit the Reed Flute Cave-once served as an air-raid shelter during World War II when America’s Flying Tiger squadron was based in Guilin. Today it is one of China’s better-illuminated caves. An early afternoon flight to Hangzhou-legend said in the an ancient Chinese proverb, “In heaven there is Paradise. On Earth, Hangzhou and Suzhou, upon arrival, you will visit Yellow Dragon Cave before transfer to Courtyard by Marriott Hotel or same class hotel for rest. (B/L/D.)
Day 10: Hangzhou
Known for its “Heavenly” beauty, Hangzhou attracts thousands of tourists annually. Cruise the exquisite West Lake and explore Xiaoyingzhou islet, the Three Pools Mirroring the the Moon, Orioles Singing in the Willows and the Autumn Moon Over the Calm Lake plus the Six Harmony Pagoda, also you visit the Longing Tea Brigade locales. Enjoy the local special cuisine in the evening. (B/L/D.)
Day 11: Hangzhou – Suzhou
In the morning visit the famous Lin Ying Temple before and process to Suzhou-Venice of the East which is sited astride the ancient Grand Canal. Upon arrival, you will visit Silk Embroidery Institute and Sandalwood Factory. Enjoy the special local cuisine in the evening. Stay at the Suzhou Marriott Suyuan Hotel (5-star). (B/L/D.)
Day 12: Suzhou – Shanghai
A full day tour of Zhouzheng Yuan; Garden of the Master of the Nets and Tiger Hill. Depart for Shanghai-the fifth Largest city in the world, is one of China’s most cosmopolitan areas. Upon arrival, transfer to Howard Johnson Plaza or same class hotel for rest. (B.L.D.)
Day 13: Shanghai
Today you will travel along the Huanpu River for a visits to Yu Garden and Jade Buddha Temple. Chinese Acrobatic Show in the evening. Stay at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel located on the Nanjing Road or Ramada Plaza hotel for rest. Enjoy the special local cuisine in the evening. (B/L/D)
Day 14: Shanghai – San Francisco
Morning at leisure and you will transfer to airport for an afternoon flight for heading U.S. (B.)
