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ASIA
& LATIN AMERICA
THE COMPLETE COLLECTION
2020 – 2021
ARGENTINA | ARMENIA | AZERBAIJAN | BHUTAN | BOLIVIA | BORNEO | BRAZIL | CAMBODIA | CHILE | CHINA
COLOMBIA | COSTA RICA | ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS | GEORGIA | HONG KONG | INDIA | INDONESIA | JAPAN
KAZAKHSTAN | KYRGYZSTAN | LAOS | MONGOLIA | MYANMAR | NEPAL | PANAMA | PERU | RUSSIA | SOUTH KOREA
SRI LANKA | TAIWAN | TAJIKISTAN | TIBET | THAILAND | TURKMENISTAN | UZBEKISTAN | VIETNAM
The Award-Winning Escorted Tours and Tailormade Holiday Specialist
WELCOME TO ASIA
YOUR GUIDE TO WENDY WU TOURS
The Wendy Wu Tours difference 4
& LATIN AMERICA
Your tour, your way 6
You're in safe hands 8
Award-winning expertise & Recommended by you 9
Cultural encounters 10
CHINA TOURS 16– 59
JAPAN TOURS 60– 73
Featuring South Korea and Taiwan
SOUTHEAST ASIA TOURS 74– 127
Featuring Borneo, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar,
Thailand and Vietnam
INDIA & SRI LANKA TOURS 128– 153
Come and join us on an extraordinary adventure through this magical region on one of our
experience-packed tours. As every traveller is different, we’ve developed a range of touring styles
that will allow you to travel your way. Discover the best option for you here: CENTRAL ASIA, RUSSIA
& MONGOLIA TOURS 154– 169
CLASSIC ACTIVE Featuring Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan,
See the classic sights in the company of expert guides so you Active tours combine the key sights with more energetic pursuits
can really understand the history and culture of the destination. such as hiking and cycling. This allows you to explore more Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Russia, South Korea, Taiwan,
On our classic tours we take care of everything, leaving you to and discover the destination in greater depth. These tours Tajikistan, Tibet, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. The tours are fully are designed to provide a wide range of activities to ensure
inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive touring programme. a varied and culturally immersive experience. You will be
LATIN AMERICA TOURS 170 – 181
You will be travelling with a group of up to 28 fellow passengers. travelling with a small group of up to 18 fellow passengers.
FLEXIBLE EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION Featuring Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica,
Ideal for those who want more choice in what they do. The Exclusive Collection combines luxurious five-star Ecuador & Galapagos, Panama, Peru and Uruguay
Flexible tours include all the main sights but allow some accommodation with exclusive experiences. These
free time for your own exploration or relaxation. Optional hand-crafted tours feature high-class restaurants, exclusive
excursions, often more active in nature, are available for experiences and additional touches like VIP door-to-door
STOPOVERS 182 – 185
those that want to discover more. You will be travelling with home transfers. If you are looking for a truly distinctive journey,
a small group of up to 18 fellow passengers. the Exclusive Collection is for you. You will be travelling with
Singapore 184
a small group of up to 18 fellow passengers. Bangkok 184
SOLO
Designed exclusively for customers travelling solo, these tours PRIVATE Hong Kong 185
provide a ready-made group of like-minded travellers to A private tour follows a pre-defined itinerary but with the
enjoy your holiday with. You will be looked after all the way benefit of your own personal guide. Perfect for couples and Dubai 185
by an expert guide who will involve you in the group activities families that want greater flexibility on when they travel and
discovering the sights and enjoying cultural experiences. A room the style of accommodation. Most of our group tours can MORE INFORMATION
of your own is guaranteed with no supplement to pay. You will operate on a private basis.
be travelling with a small group of up to 18 fellow passengers. Airlines 186
TAILORMADE
GO BEYOND For the ultimate in bespoke touring, one of our expert Hotels 188
Venture off the beaten track to explore fascinating destinations consultants will help you in designing a tour to meet your
away from the tourist trail. You will discover the local culture exact requirements. Select your choice of destinations, Booking Your Trip 189
in depth and see sights rarely witnessed by other travellers. accommodation, touring and experiences to create the Your questions anwsered 190
These tours take you away from the comforts of home but perfect holiday for you.
will reward you with the experiences of a lifetime. You will Booking Conditions 193
be travelling with a group of up to 24 fellow passengers.
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Within the pages of this magnificent brochure, you’ll find the complete collection of our
award-winning tours. With us, you know you’re in safe hands – for over 20 years we’ve been
providing extraordinary experiences to travellers all over the globe and we’ve been perfecting
the art of touring to some of the most iconic destinations in the world since 1998.
Whether you are looking to visit China’s majestic Great Wall, Vietnam’s beautiful Halong Bay,
India’s atmospheric Taj Mahal, Japan’s spectacular Mount Fuji or the incredible sights and
sounds that Latin America provides, we are confident that you’ll find the perfect tour for you
with Wendy Wu Tours.
We also have a wide range of tour styles to help you do just that – from classic sightseeing
and off-the-beaten-track experiences to luxury journeys and tours dedicated to solo travellers.
Wendy Wu – Owner, Wendy Wu Tours
We look forward to welcoming you on tour very soon.
THE WENDY WU
TOURS DIFFERENCE
OUR REPUTATION OUR EXPERTISE OUTSTANDING VISAS FANTASTIC COMFORT & AMAZING TOURS OUR ONLY GOAL
AND YOUR PEACE No one knows our GUIDES All visa costs are included OFFERS CONVENIENCE & AUTHENTIC We are only satisfied when
OF MIND destinations like we do, Our much-loved National in the price, with expert We are renowned for our We hand-pick comfortable EXPERIENCES you come back to travel
We have won our industry’s and we are passionate Escorts, whose knowledge guidance throughout. amazing Business Class hotels in great locations, On tour with us, you will be with us again and again –
‘Best Long Haul Specialist about sharing the best and dedication have won We are one of very few and Premium Economy have a ‘seat and a half’ immersed in culture and only then do we know that
Tour Operator’ award for of them with you, so us the best reputation in companies launching a upgrades, which make policy on our coaches history through experiences we’ve done a good job of
8 years running, we have there is no one better to the industry, will make China e-visa (applicable your holiday all the more and include all meals on such as meeting local serving you.
a 5-star TripAdvisor rating, recommend the very best your holiday with us at limited entry points with special, and we work with our Classic tours, so you families, learning ancient
a Gold Award Feefo tours and experiences for truly extraordinary. more to launch) which, leading airlines to offer you can relax and enjoy your traditions and watching TIPPING MADE
Accreditation and 98% your holiday. for many people, will regional departures, so holiday with us, knowing cultural shows. We also EASY
of our customers would EXCEPTIONAL streamline and simplify travelling with us is more everything is taken care of. include delicious local We will advise you how
recommend travelling with VALUE AND the process of getting convenient than ever. meals in each region. much and when to tip
us! We are also fully ABTA your visa. Look out for the
INCLUSIONS and our National Escort
and ATOL-protected. ‘Experiences You’ll Love’ will take care of it on
Flights, accommodation,
box on each tour page! your behalf.
meals, touring, trains,
cruises, cultural shows,
amazing guides and
visas…we include it all.
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YOUR TOUR, YOUR WAY
WW
We want every person who travels with us to ACCOMMODATION STYLES PHYSICAL
enjoy each extraordinary second of their You can be safe in the knowledge that your RATING 1 3 5
Wendy Wu adventure, so we’ve made it easy accommodation has been hand-picked to best suit
the locations you’ll visit. Our Classic tours feature All our tours feature a LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 5
to ensure that you are getting a holiday that is physical rating to help
comfortable, locally rated 3 star to 4 star properties,
perfect for you. As well as Tour Styles (which A reasonable level A good level of fitness You’ll need to be fit
ranging from smart business hotels to family-run you select the right
of fitness is required is required as you need and adventurous to
you’ll find on page 2), we also give each tour guesthouses. On Active/Flexible/Go Beyond tours, holiday for you. Every
but it’s more about to be comfortable participate in these
you may find yourself in more unusual, characterful or one of our tours require
a physical rating, choose accommodation that spending time on your walking for 2-3 hours tours as on some days
more rustic accommodation which fits perfectly with the ability to walk around
fits the tour and allow you to tailor your trip… feet rather than covering and covering longer you will be active for
these tours’ adventurous spirit. Our Exclusive Collection sights unaided, whilst
large distances. You’ll distances. Other most of the day. The
features world class, luxury 5 star properties. more active tours involve
TOUR PACE be getting on and off activities such as cycling terrain may be more
longer walks, cycling and
coaches and boats, will be at a gentle pace challenging and
We’re not going to deny it, on many of our tours CUSTOMISE YOUR TRIP other physical activities.
walking around the and will involve straight the activities more
you’re going to be busy! But we want to make sure you Tours at altitude will have
Interested in exploring your destination further, stopping sights and climbing forward terrain. physically demanding.
don’t miss a single thing. Packing your holiday full of a higher physical rating.
off en route or adding on some relaxation time? All some steps.
extraordinary experiences means some early starts and For more information on A Level 4 tour will feature
you have to do is ask! We have a fantastic range of
late finishes, but you can be sure that you’ll return home why each tour has been A Level 2 tour will similar physical activities
stopover packages (see page 182) or, if you’re looking
with some incredible memories! Take a look at our rated the way it has, have involve a little more but these may be longer
for something a bit different, a knowledgable team of
Flexible tours if you are looking for a holiday with a bit a look at the ‘Detailed time on your feet than in duration or on slightly
experts who can help you create your very own add-on,
more free time included. Tour Dossier’ available a Level 1 tour and more challenging terrain.
to any tour in this brochure!
to download on the tour may involve more steps
pages of our website. and/or walking.
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You're in Safe Hands Award-winning expertise
Our guides are the stars of the show; it is their unrivalled knowledge, passion and expertise We are so proud of the numerous awards we’ve
that will transform your tour experience from good to truly extraordinary! received over the years in recognition of the
extraordinary travel experience we provide to
our customers. We’re just doing what we do
best – creating memories to cherish and providing
'We did the A China Experience tour and our
exceptional levels of customer service.
national guide was absolutely amazing. The whole
trip went so smoothly because she is experienced
Recommended by you
and incredibly organised. She made us feel right
at home; her warm, friendly and kind nature put
everyone at ease. She was so informative and
knowledgeable; you could tell how much pride she Awards are all well and good, but it’s our customer
has in her work and how much love she has for her feedback that means the most to us. We’re proud of our
home country.'' 5-star Trip Advisor rating and the fact that so many of
Sophie Burton our customers would be happy to recommend us to their
friends and family – that’s all the accolade we need.
AWARD - WINNING GUIDING ALL OF OUR
On all of our group tours you will be accompanied by NATIONAL ESCORTS...
a dedicated guide, known as your ‘National Escort’.
Their dedication, personality and sense of fun will
Have at least five years guiding experience 98% of customers would be happy to
immediately put you at ease and make you feel part Are fluent in English recommend us to their friends and family!
of the family.
Are born and raised in the region
You will be able to put your utmost trust in your guide
Go through rigorous and ongoing training programmes
who will navigate you through the eccentricities of the
local way of life. Are at your service 24 hours a day
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Cultural encounters, MATCHMAKER’S
every step of the way CORNER
Found in People’s Parks across the
country, Matchmaker’s Corner is the
To make sure you truly immerse yourself in your chosen destination we pack every single one of place where parents search for love for
our tours with authentic cultural experiences. We’ve highlighted our favourite ones on each tour their children – it’s fascinatingly unique!
page in the ‘Experiences You’ll Love’ box; but for now, here are just a few examples of what you
can look forward to…
TAI CHI
Many locals begin their days with an
invigorating session of Tai Chi, and you
can join them or learn some basic steps CALLIGRAPHY CLASS
from a Tai Chi master.
A long practiced art, calligraphy is an essential
part of China’s heritage and, with a lesson in the
basic techniques of this stylised writing, is the
perfect way to connect with the local culture.
REGISTAN, SAMARKAND
Discover the heart of the ancient Silk Road city
of Samarkand where, in the Registan, you’ll find
some of the world’s most spectacular old Islamic
architecture. Gaze on its beauty for yourself on
Road to Samarkand (pg 164).
GOLDEN EAGLE
HUNTING
An ancient tradition of Kyrgyzstan’s
nomadic people, witness a demonstration
of this old hunting technique which
BREAKFAST TOUR OF demonstrates the complex and familial
bond between human and majestic golden
SHANGHAI HUTONGS TOUR eagle on Eurasia Explorer (pg 162).
Join the locals on their morning commute and Explore Beijing’s atmospheric hutongs on foot,
stop at their favourite places to pick up breakfast, venturing down the old alleyways to reach one of
sampling local delicacies such as pancakes and the traditional houses, where you will be welcomed
fried break sticks. by a family into their home.
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TEA CEREMONY
A perfect display of Japanese culture,
witness the preparation and performance
involved in the ‘Way of Tea’. Enjoy this
experience on almost all Japan tours.
VISIT AN IBAN THE QUINTESSENCE OF
LONGHOUSE TONKIN SHOW
Travel deep into the Bornean rainforest to visit a This state-of-the-art spectacular celebrates the
community of the island’s native Iban people. You’ll beauty and heritage of northern Vietnam. Staged
be welcomed into a traditional longhouse entirely in water, it features music, dancing, water
to enjoy dancing and lunch on Iban cuisine. puppetry and pyrotechnics.
TREKKING IN SAPA
Hike through the lush rice paddies
surrounding Sapa on a route that
showcases the area’s very best views and
stop at ethnic minority villages so you can
spend time with the friendly communities.
SOBA NOODLE MAKING SUMO WRESTLING
One of the many, many types of Japanese noodles, Witness a sport that preserves many of Japan’s
learn to craft, roll and slice soba noodle dough most ancient traditions – the rituals involved are
before cooking and devouring the delicious results! as fascinating as the wrestling itself. Enjoy this
Enjoy this experience on Jewels of Japan. experience on Japan Uncovered and Trails of Japan.
WITNESS BACI
CEREMONY IN LAOS
WASHI PAPER MAKING
Learn about this traditional process before
getting your hands dirty making ‘washi’
(Japanese paper) the age-old way for
yourself! Enjoy this experience on Discover
Japan and Japan Uncovered.
INLE LAKE LEG ROWERS JAVANESE LEATHER
Cruise the beautiful Inle Lake in Myanmar’s PUPPETS
highlands and admire the unique rowing Learn the age-old art of Javanese leather shadow
technique of the local Intha people as they puppet making in the cultural heart of Java, the
fish in its tranquil waters. heritage-filled city of Yogyakarta.
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WITNESS BACI
CEREMONY IN LAOS CARNIVAL FEVER
Joining the party during the Latin American
carnival season is an unforgettable
experience. Watch the performers in their
colourful costumes and sing and dance
along with the locals at the Rio de Janeiro
carnival – the biggest celebration on
CINNAMON AARTI CEREMONY
the planet!
CULTIVATION Get swept up in ringing bells, candle light and
Discover the art of cinnamon cultivation, Sri chanting as you witness the puja ceremony
Lanka’s most famous export, and learn about of Ganga Aarti, a nightly ritual
both the culinary uses and ayurvedic properties dedicated to the River Ganges, celebrated
of this versatile spice. on Varanasi’s famous ghats.
KATHAKALI DANCE
PERFORMANCE
Be mesmerised by elaborate Kathakali
dancers, who perform in colourful dresses
and masks to tell ancient Hindu stories.
UROS TRIBE OF
LAKE TITICACA SALSA IN CALI
The Colombian city of Cali seems to run to a
LOCAL COOKING CLASS Journey to the Uros Islands, found floating on
the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca. Here you can salsa beat, and with its rich Afro-Colombian
Be invited to a local family home and learn meet the ancient Uros people who call the islands heritage, exudes a lively, passionate atmosphere.
about the ingredients and flavours used in home. Spend time learning about their way of life, While you’re here, get your dancing shoes on and
traditional cooking, before sampling the with traditional cooking and basket weaving. practice your Latin flair in an exciting salsa class.
delicious dishes yourself.
PAMPAS EXPERIENCE
Spend time on the vast, fertile grasslands
of Argentina known as the pampas, on a
traditional estancia (ranch). Here you’ll get
some insight into the life of folk heroes, the
gaucho and feast on a typical asado lunch.
POTTERY
DEMONSTRATION
Watch a master potter at work in Potters’
Square, Kathmandu, learning traditional
pottery and ceramics skills.
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CHINA TOURS
In Pursuit of Pandas CLASSIC 9 days 20 Grand Tour of China CLASSIC 26 days 40
A China Experience CLASSIC 10 days 22 Ultimate China CLASSIC 27 days 42
Glories of China CLASSIC 14 days 24 Ancient Empires of CLASSIC 20 days 44
China & Japan
Majestic Yangtze CLASSIC 14 days 26
Enchanting China FLEXIBLE 17 days 46
Wonders of China CLASSIC 16 days 28
Captivating China SOLO 14 days 48
Cities of the Orient CLASSIC 16 days 30
Silk Road Explorer GO BEYOND 27 days 50
China & Tibet CLASSIC 16 days 32
Discovery China Trailblazer ACTIVE 21 days 52
China Delights CLASSIC 18 days 34 Exquisite China EXCLUSIVE 15 days 54
Classic China CLASSIC 21 days 36 More tours to China 56
& Beyond
Magnificent China CLASSIC 22 days 38
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RUSSIA
Discover China with
Wendy Wu Tours
China is a colossal nation of unrivalled history, incredible sights and fascinating culture.
We have the expertise to cover every corner of this extraordinary land; here are some of our
favourite destinations...
WENDY'S TOP 8 CHINA SIGHTS
ULAANBAATAR
MONGOLIA 1 BEIJING 2 XIAN 3 SHANGHAI
Capital city, imperial treasure trove and home Xian is best known for the Terracotta Once known as ‘Paris of the East’,
URUMQI to the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of Warriors. With its illustrious past and Shanghai is China’s great metropolis
China, Beijing is featured on the majority rich history, it’s a must-see on most of where east and west collide on streets
TURPAN 1 of China tours. our China tours. lined with futuristic skyscrapers and
10th Century temples.
DUNHUANG JIAYUGUAN BEIJING
DATONG
SOUTH
CHINA 2 PINGYAO KOREA
SEOUL
XIAN TOKYO
4 KYOTO
OSAKA
LUOYANG
5 3
CHENGDU JAPAN
8 CHONGQING YANGTZE SHANGHAI
RIVER
LHASA
7 ZHANGJIAJIE
4 CHENGDU 5 YANGTZE RIVER
BHUTAN
LIJIANG
WULONG 6
The gateway to Sichuan province and the home of the cuddly giant China’s vital waterway brings together a plethora of unmissable sights.
KUNMING
panda. As we all love a giant panda, Chengdu appears on a number A Yangtze River cruise is included on a number of our tours.
GUILIN
of tours.
TAIPEI
MACAO
HONG KONG TAIWAN
MYANMAR
LAOS
VIETNAM
6 GUILIN 7 LIJIANG 8 LHASA
Cruise through the breathtaking Located amongst Yunnan’s most Tibet’s magical capital, a city on the roof of the
landscapes of the Li River to vibrant dramatic mountain landscapes, you can world, Lhasa features on our Ultimate China,
Yangshuo. Both Guilin and Yangshuo explore Lijiang on several of our tours. China & Tibet Discovery, Himalayan Adventure
are featured on a number of tours. and Tibetan Wonders tours.
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CLASSIC
IN PURSUIT
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
C HINA
OF PANDAS
BEIJING (3N)
CHINA
PHYSICAL RATING
XIAN
1
(1N)
9 DAYS FROM IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
Discover the imperial treasures of historic
£2,190
PER
Beijing, then journey through atmospheric
CHENGDU (3N)
PERSON Xian with its Terracotta Warriors to reach
the charming city of Chengdu, where you
will see the captivating giant pandas,
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE not once, but twice!
FROM THE UK
PLANE TRAIN
ALL MEALS
PRICES & DEPARTURES
Departing Sunday returning Monday
2020 DATES
01 Mar - 09 Mar £2,190 09 Aug - 17 Aug £2,790
15 Mar - 23 Mar £2,390 30 Aug - 07 Sep £2,790
TOUR TICKLIST 05 Apr - 13 Apr £2,590 06 Sep - 14 Sep £2,790
Walk on the Great Wall 19 Apr - 27 Apr £2,590 20 Sep - 28 Sep £2,790
Feast on Peking duck 03 May - 11 May £2,590 04 Oct - 12 Oct £2,690
Explore the Summer Palace 10 May - 18 May £2,590 18 Oct - 26 Oct £2,590
Face the Terracotta Army 17 May - 25 May £2,590 15 Nov - 23 Nov £2,190
Travel on a bullet train 12 Jul - 20 Jul £2,790 23 Dec - 02 Jan* £2,990
Watch giant pandas play 2021 DATES
See the pandas of Dujiangyan Panda Base Visit the Summer Palace in Beijing Walk the Great Wall 21 Feb - 01 Mar £2,290 08 Aug - 16 Aug £2,790
07 Mar - 15 Mar £2,290 05 Sep - 13 Sep £2,790
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 14 Mar - 22 Mar £2,490 12 Sep - 20 Sep £2,790
• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners 04 Apr - 12 Apr £2,590 19 Sep - 27 Sep £2,790
DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO BEIJING DAY 5: XIAN CITY WALLS DAY 8: CHENGDU PANDA RESERVE
• International flights and current taxes
Fly overnight to Beijing, China’s historic Fly to Xian. An illustrious and age-old city, Your second panda experience will take place
+ 11 Apr - 19 Apr £2,590 17 Oct - 25 Oct £2,790
• Domestic transportation 18 Apr - 26 Apr £2,590 24 Oct - 01 Nov £2,690
• 4 star accommodation capital. Depending on your time of arrival, Xian is one of the four great ancient capitals at Chengdu’s famous Panda Conservation
09 May - 17 May £2,590 07 Nov - 15 Nov £2,590
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking of China. It is also the capital of Shaanxi Centre, located right in the city. An education
• Touring with guides and entrance fees 16 May - 24 May £2,590 14 Nov - 22 Nov £2,390
up the local culture. province and the starting point of the fabled centre and breeding facility, here you’ll see
• Visa fees for UK passport holders
Silk Road with a history spanning 3,100 13 Jun - 21 Jun £2,690 23 Dec - 02 Jan* £2,990
DAY 3: IMPERIAL BEIJING both pandas and red pandas up close as they
years. Take a leisurely stroll on the beautifully 11 Jul - 19 Jul £2,790
Begin in Beijing’s symbolic heart with chomp through piles of bamboo, sleep and
preserved 14th-century city walls that enclose *Christmas departures. Days of the week different from those stated.
a stroll across Tiananmen Square, flanked play and learn all about their physiology and IN PURSUIT OF PANDAS CHRISTMAS
Xian’s old town. Tonight, enjoy a delicious Flight and supplement information
by imposing government buildings and the feast of traditional Shui Jiao dumplings and conservation. Back in Chengdu, enjoy SPECIAL 11 NIGHTS FROM £2,990PP
mausoleum of Chairman Mao, towards the a hot beverage in a traditional teahouse before • Based on London Heathrow departures
a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing. • Regional UK departures available
sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden City. visiting Matchmaker’s Corner where parents Enjoy Christmas and New Year with a
A monument to dynasties past, enter through DAY 6: TERRACOTTA WARRIORS difference! With an extra night in both Xian and • Flight upgrades available on request
search for worthy suitors for their children.
the Gate of Supreme Harmony, into a complex After their fortuitous discovery by local farmers Chengdu, there is plenty of time to relax and • Land only from £1,590 (Beijing – Chengdu)
of a thousand rooms and many imperial in the 1970s, the Terracotta Army of China’s DAY 9: FLY CHENGDU TO UK get into the festive spirit. Take advantage of • Single room from £290
Enjoy down-time in a Beijing park treasures. Later, soak up the harmonious first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or the crisp winter air as you walk the Great Wall • Tipping paid locally RMB 320
ambience of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly visitors ever since. Spend the morning viewing following day. on Christmas Day and spend New Year’s Day • Christmas departure tipping RMB 350
oasis in a bustling urban landscape, where the enigmatic ranks of life-like warriors and watching the pandas play! Also included is
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? a day trip to Leshan to see the Grand Buddha.
you can watch, or participate in a dance class horses who stand in their original formations
and mingle with the locals. This evening, sit at the exact location they were excavated. Visit Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour. See our website for more details. EXTEND YOUR STAY...
isit the park surrounding the Temple
V down to a traditional dinner of Peking duck the workshop of the craftsmen who recreate
of Heaven to soak up the beautiful before deciding on an option to enjoy a terracotta warriors in the style of their ancient +
surroundings and mingle with the local kung fu show. counterparts. Watch the skilled production
people who gather here daily to exercise, process and perhaps buy a souvenir warrior
socialise, play cards and relax – you can DAY 4: THE GREAT WALL to take home. Later, take a bullet train to
even take part in a group dance session! This morning is dedicated to China’s most Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province.
ne of Beijing’s must-see shows, enjoy
O iconic sight – the Great Wall. Stretching
a Chinese acrobatic spectacular featuring thousands of miles from the Yellow Sea to DAY 7: DUJIANGYAN PANDA BASE
many forms of dramatic arts such as the Gobi Desert, over all sorts of dramatic This morning visit Dujianyan Panda Base LHASA SHORT STAY EXTENSION
contortionism, juggling and plate spinning landscapes, it is one of the world’s most for your first panda encounter! Located 4 days from £850pp
and full of edge-of-your-seat action. impressive feats of engineering. Taking a 1.5 hours outside of Chengdu, this centre is
walk on this incredible structure is the best dedicated to the study of disease control and HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
t the heart of Sichuan province, the
A
way to appreciate both the wall itself and the rescue of wild pandas – the perfect place 3 days from £290pp (see page 185)
native land of the giant panda, visit
the excellent Dujiangyan Panda Base where the magnificent scenery that it crosses. to gain insight into the hard work that goes
ESSENTIAL DUBAI STOPOVER
you’ll learn all about China’s iconic bear, Drive back to Beijing and enjoy a relaxed into caring for and boosting the population
3 days from £190pp (see page 185)
the conservation projects in action to afternoon in the idyllic gardens of the of these endangered species. Later, enjoy the
increase their numbers and, of course, Summer Palace. Also included is a visit to atmosphere of Jinli Street – a lively street For more information about our stopovers & extensions
see these beautiful animals for yourself. a jade factory. A Chinese acrobatic show lined with antique shops and restaurants please see our website, call us or visit your travel agent.
rounds off the day. before sampling a delicious Sichuanese meal. Gaze at the Terracotta Warriors in Xian
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A CHINA BEIJING (3N) C HINA
EXPERIENCE CHINA
PHYSICAL RATING
1
OVERNIGHT
FLIGHT
10 DAYS FROM XIAN
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
(2N)
SHANGHAI (3N) This introductory tour offers a glimpse
£2,190
PER ZHUJIAJIAO of China’s glorious past, fascinating
PERSON present and bright future. Visit the
contrasting cities of Xian, Beijing and
Shanghai. The pace is full on, but
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE well worth it.
FROM THE UK
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PRICES & DEPARTURES
Departing Saturday returning Monday
2020 DATES
01 Feb - 10 Feb £2,190 20 Jun - 29 Jun £2,790
29 Feb - 09 Mar £2,290 11 Jul - 20 Jul £2,890
TOUR TICKLIST 14 Mar - 23 Mar £2,490 08 Aug - 17 Aug £2,990
Admire Shanghai’s bright lights 21 Mar - 30 Mar £2,590 22 Aug - 31 Aug £2,890
Find the past in Zhujiajiao 28 Mar - 06 Apr £2,690 05 Sep - 14 Sep £2,890
Face the Terracotta Army 04 Apr - 13 Apr £2,690 12 Sep - 21 Sep £2,890
Walk on the Great Wall 11 Apr - 20 Apr £2,690 19 Sep - 28 Sep £2,890
Spend time in traditional hutongs 25 Apr - 04 May £2,690 03 Oct - 12 Oct £2,790
Explore the Summer Palace 02 May - 11 May £2,690 10 Oct - 19 Oct £2,690
Explore the sleepy water town of Zhujiajiao Explore People’s Square, Shanghai See the famous Terracotta Army 09 May - 18 May £2,690 17 Oct - 26 Oct £2,590
16 May - 25 May £2,690 14 Nov - 23 Nov £2,190
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 23 May - 01 Jun
30 May - 08 Jun
£2,690 21 Nov - 30 Nov
£2,690
£2,190
• 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 8 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO SHANGHAI DAY 6: TERRACOTTA WARRIORS DAY 7: BULLET TRAIN TO BEIJING DAY 9: THE GREAT WALL 2021 DATES
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s, Board the bullet train to Beijing, China’s This morning is dedicated to China’s most iconic
20 Feb - 01 Mar £2,290 29 May - 07 Jun £2,690
• 4 star accommodation Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East’. the Terracotta Army of China’s first emperor, historic capital city. After dinner, there is an sight – the Great Wall. Taking a walk on this
27 Feb - 08 Mar £2,390 05 Jun - 14 Jun £2,690
Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever option to enjoy a kung fu show. incredible structure is the best way to appreciate
• Touring with guides and entrance fees 06 Mar - 15 Mar £2,390 19 Jun - 28 Jun £2,790
day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. since. Spend the morning viewing the both the sheer magnificence of the wall itself
• Visa fees for UK passport holders DAY 8: IMPERIAL BEIJING
enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors and and the dramatic scenery that it crosses. You will 13 Mar - 22 Mar £2,590 10 Jul - 19 Jul £2,890
DAY 3: EXPLORE SHANGHAI horses who stand in their original formations Head to Beijing’s symbolic heart and have an opportunity to visit a jade factory, where 20 Mar - 29 Mar £2,690 07 Aug - 16 Aug £2,890
Shanghai is China’s great metropolis, where at the exact location they were excavated. stroll across Tiananmen Square into the you will be able to buy a small handcrafted 27 Mar - 05 Apr £2,690 04 Sep - 13 Sep £2,890
east and west collide on streets lined with Also visit the workshop of the craftsmen who sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden piece. Jade is revered throughout China, it is
futuristic skyscrapers and 10th-century 03 Apr - 12 Apr £2,690 11 Sep - 20 Sep £2,890
recreate terracotta warriors in the style of City. Entering through the Gate of Supreme said to bring fortune and prosperity to those who
temples. Today’s explorations include the Harmony you will find a complex full of 10 Apr - 19 Apr £2,690 18 Sep - 27 Sep £2,890
their ancient counterparts. Later, stroll on the wear it. Spend the afternoon strolling through the
traditional Yu Garden, the Silk Factory and beautifully preserved 14th-century ancient city imperial riches. Later, soak up the idyllic landscapes of the Summer Palace as you 17 Apr - 26 Apr £2,690 25 Sep - 04 Oct £2,890
a stop in the old town. Also admire the walls that enclose Xian’s old town. Tonight, harmonious ambience of the Temple of see the traditional Chinese gardens and exquisite 24 Apr - 03 May £2,690 09 Oct - 18 Oct £2,690
magnificent colonial architecture with a stroll feast on traditional Shui Jiao dumplings before Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban architecture. Today’s sightseeing is the perfect 08 May - 17 May £2,690 16 Oct - 25 Oct £2,690
along the Bund. This evening view the city a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing. landscape. Here, mingle with the locals and way to build up your appetite for Beijing’s most 15 May - 24 May £2,690 13 Nov - 22 Nov £2,390
from the Huangpu River on a panoramic watch or participate as they spend their famous delicacy – Peking duck.
22 May - 31 May £2,690 20 Nov - 29 Nov £2,290
cruise. Dinner tonight will be traditional afternoon practising Tai Chi, dancing and
Shanghainese cuisine. DAY 10: FLY BEIJING TO UK Flight and supplement information
playing cards. Enjoy a leisurely stroll
Learn about jade, the sacred stone Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or
through the traditional hutongs, where the • Based on London Heathrow departures
DAY 4: ZHUJIAJIAO WATER TOWN following day.
narrow alleys offer an authentic glimpse • Regional UK departures available
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE Visit Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai’s sleepy water
of old Beijing. Meet a local family and NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? • Flight upgrades available on request
towns, built on an old canal system once used
learn first-hand about hutong life. Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour. • Land only from £1,590 (Shanghai – Beijing)
to transport goods all over imperial China.
J ade has long been a sacred stone to • Single room from £340
The town’s narrow alleyways exude old-world
the Chinese people, bringing fortune and • Tipping paid locally RMB 400
charm, whilst the waterways are lined with
prosperity to those who wear it. Visit a jade
ancient buildings and crossed by stone bridges.
factory where you can learn more about its
Return to Shanghai and visit the Shanghai
origins, its importance and how it is crafted.
Museum and explore People’s Square. End the + EXTEND YOUR STAY...
tep back in time to relive the majesty of
S
day watching a Chinese acrobatic show. SUZHOU & HANGZHOU EXTENSION
the Tang Dynasty, of which Xian was the
prosperous and glorious capital, with a DAY 5: LITTLE WILD GOOSE PAGODA 5 days from £790pp
colourful spectacular of traditional music Fly to Xian, the ancient former capital. This HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
and dancing. afternoon take a visit to the fascinating Little 3 days from £290pp (see page 185)
enture into Beijing’s atmospheric old
V Wild Goose Pagoda and spend time walking
neighbourhoods, the hutongs, exploring the through the atmospheric alleys of the Muslim ESSENTIAL DUBAI STOPOVER
narrow alleyways and visiting the traditional Quarter, which are lined with Islamic food 3 days from £190pp (see page 185)
courtyard house of a family, who will give stalls. Here you will gain an insight into the For more information about our stopovers & extensions
you a glimpse into their daily life. city’s fascinating culture and significance as please see our website, call us or visit your travel agent.
See the Little Wild Goose Pagoda Walk on the Great Wall
the start of Silk Road.
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ZHUJIAJIAO Discover the extraordinary karst
£2,590
PER
landscapes of the Li River and Guilin
PERSON as well as enjoying the highlights of
China, including the urban splendour
GUILIN (2N) of Shanghai, Beijing and Xian on this
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE popular tour.
FROM THE UK YANGSHUO (2N)
PLANE TRAIN
ALL MEALS
PRICES & DEPARTURES
Departing Saturday returning Friday
2020 DATES
22 Feb - 06 Mar £2,590 22 Aug - 04 Sep £3,290
07 Mar - 20 Mar £2,890 03 Sep - 16 Sep* £3,190
TOUR TICKLIST 21 Mar - 03 Apr £2,990 05 Sep - 18 Sep £3,190
Admire Shanghai’s bright lights 28 Mar - 10 Apr £2,990 10 Sep - 23 Sep* £3,190
Cruise the tranquil Li River 11 Apr - 24 Apr £2,990 12 Sep - 25 Sep £3,190
Explore friendly Yangshuo 25 Apr - 08 May £2,990 17 Sep - 30 Sep* £3,190
Face the Terracotta Army 02 May - 15 May £2,990 19 Sep - 02 Oct £3,190
Walk on the Great Wall 09 May - 22 May £2,990 03 Oct - 16 Oct £3,090
Discover the Forbidden City 16 May - 29 May £2,990 08 Oct - 21 Oct* £2,990
Stop for a photo opportunity with a cormorant fisherman See Shanghai’s futuristic skyline 23 May - 05 Jun £2,990 10 Oct - 23 Oct £2,990
20 Jun - 03 Jul £2,990 17 Oct - 30 Oct £2,990
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 18 Jul - 31 Jul
08 Aug - 21 Aug
£3,290 24 Oct - 06 Nov
£3,290 14 Nov - 27 Nov
£2,990
£2,690
• 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 12 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO SHANGHAI DAY 7: YANGSHUO DAY 11: BULLET TRAIN TO BEIJING DAY 13: FORBIDDEN CITY 2021 DATES
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of Yangshuo sits in an exquisite rural location, Board the bullet train to Beijing, the capital Soak up the harmonious ambience of the Temple
27 Feb - 12 Mar £2,690 17 Jul - 30 Jul £3,390
• 4 star accommodation Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of surrounded by landscapes of emerald-green of China. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the of Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban
06 Mar - 19 Mar £2,990 14 Aug - 27 Aug £3,390
the East’. Depending on your time of arrival, paddy fields and dramatic limestone karsts. warren-like hutongs and visit a local family to landscape, where you can watch, or participate
• Touring with guides and entrance fees 20 Mar - 02 Apr £3,090 04 Sep - 17 Sep £3,290
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking Start the day with a relaxing and invigorating gain a deeper insight into Chinese culture and in a dance class and mingle with the locals. Head
• Visa fees for UK passport holders
up the local culture. session of Tai Chi, taking a class with local customs. to Beijing’s symbolic heart, Tiananmen Square, 27 Mar - 09 Apr £3,090 11 Sep - 24 Sep £3,290
a master to learn this ancient martial art. and stroll into the sprawling magnificence of 10 Apr - 23 Apr £3,090 18 Sep - 01 Oct £3,290
DAY 3: HUANGPU RIVER CRUISE Spend the rest of the morning exploring the DAY 12: THE GREAT WALL the Forbidden City. Entering through the Gate of
Shanghai is China’s great metropolis, where 17 Apr - 30 Apr £3,090 25 Sep - 08 Oct £3,290
countryside and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. This morning is dedicated to China’s Supreme Harmony, you will find a complex full
east and west collide on streets lined with There are many optional activities available most iconic sight – the Great Wall. Taking of imperial riches. This evening, savour Beijing’s
24 Apr - 07 May £3,090 09 Oct - 22 Oct £3,090
futuristic skyscrapers and 10th-century including cycling, rafting and walking. a walk on this incredible structure is the best best-known delicacy – Peking duck. 08 May - 21 May £3,090 16 Oct - 29 Oct £3,090
temples. Start with a visit to the classical way to appreciate the sheer magnificence 15 May - 28 May £3,090 23 Oct - 05 Nov £3,090
Yu Garden, pass through the old town and DAY 8: CORMORANT FISHERMEN of the wall itself and the dramatic scenery DAY 14: FLY BEIJING TO UK
22 May - 04 Jun £3,090 06 Nov - 19 Nov £2,890
visit a silk factory. View the city at night Return to Guilin. En route, stop on the banks Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or
that surrounds it. In the afternoon, return to 19 Jun - 02 Jul £3,090
from the Huangpu River on a panoramic of the Li River for a photo opportunity with following day.
Beijing and enjoy the idyllic landscapes of the
cruise. This evening, enjoy a meal of a cormorant fisherman. Stroll around Ronghu *Days of the week different from those stated.
Summer Palace. End the day watching NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
Shanghainese cuisine. Lake and admire the Sun and Moon pagodas – Flight and supplement information
a Chinese acrobatic show. Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour.
two towering examples of traditional Chinese • Based on London Heathrow departures
DAY 4: EXPLORE SHANGHAI Buddhist architecture. Visit the South China
Travel to Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai’s • Regional UK departures available
See Terracotta Army replicas being made Pearl Factory which covers the fascinating EXTEND YOUR STAY...
sleepy water towns and explore its many • Flight upgrades available on request
1,700-year-old history of pearling and see the
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE
charms. Return to Shanghai to see the many displays and demonstrations on offer. + • Land only from £1,990 (Shanghai – Beijing)
• Single room from £460
antiquities of the Shanghai Museum before
admiring magnificent architecture with DAY 9: TANG DYNASTY DANCING • Tipping paid locally RMB 450
isit a busy workshop where craftsmen
V a stroll along the Bund. Fly to Xian and visit the Little Wild Goose
create replicas of the famous Terracotta Pagoda before feasting on traditional Shui Jiao
Warriors and watch them going about DAY 5: SEVEN STAR PARK dumplings and watching a lively performance
their age-old craft with astonishing Fly to the scenic city of Guilin. Enjoy a stroll of Tang Dynasty dancing.
speed and dexterity. through the Seven Star Park and explore the
spectacular formations of Seven Star Cave. DAY 10: TERRACOTTA WARRIORS SUZHOU & HANGZHOU EXTENSION
ong practised in China, many people start
L 5 days from £790pp
After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s,
their day with a session of Tai Chi – do the DAY 6: LI RIVER CRUISE the Terracotta Army of China’s first emperor, HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
same with a morning class with an instructor Take a relaxed cruise along the Li River to the Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever 3 days from £290pp (see page 185)
and continue your day feeling invigorated. charming town of Yangshuo. Around every since. Spend the morning viewing the
enture into Beijing’s atmospheric old
V river bend is a view to take your breath away enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors, followed ESSENTIAL DUBAI STOPOVER
neighbourhoods, the hutongs, exploring the as jagged karst peaks loom over rural scenes by a visit to the workshop of the craftsmen 3 days from £190pp (see page 185)
narrow alleyways and visiting the traditional of lush greenery, grazing buffalo and local who recreate terracotta warriors. Later, stroll
courtyard house of a family, who will give fishermen. This evening there is an option to For more information about our stopovers & extensions
on the beautifully preserved 14th-century city please see our website, call us or visit your travel agent.
you a glimpse into their daily life. watch the spectacular Impression Liu Sanjie walls that enclose Xian’s old town. Explore the Summer Palace Visit the Forbidden City
music and light show.
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IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
YICHANG One of our most popular tours covers
CHENGDU (1N)
£2,990
PER
the enthralling cities of Shanghai, Xian,
YANGTZE WUHAN Beijing as well as the unforgettable
PERSON
CHONGQING RIVER CRUISE
(4N) giant pandas of Chengdu. The highlight,
though, is a relaxing four-night cruise
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE on the majestic Yangtze River.
FROM THE UK
PLANE COACH BOAT TRAIN
ALL MEALS
PRICES & DEPARTURES
Departing Monday returning Sunday
2020 DATES
05 Mar - 18 Mar* £2,990 10 Aug - 23 Aug £3,590
16 Mar - 29 Mar £3,090 17 Aug - 30 Aug £3,590
TOUR TICKLIST 23 Mar - 05 Apr £3,190 24 Aug - 06 Sep £3,490
30 Mar - 12 Apr £3,290 26 Aug - 08 Sep* £3,490
Admire Shanghai’s bright lights 01 Apr - 14 Apr* £3,290 31 Aug - 13 Sep £3,490
Cruise the Yangtze River 06 Apr - 19 Apr £3,290 02 Sep - 15 Sep* £3,490
Watch giant pandas play 20 Apr - 03 May £3,290 07 Sep - 20 Sep £3,490
Face the Terracotta Army 22 Apr - 05 May* £3,290 09 Sep - 22 Sep* £3,490
Walk on the Great Wall 29 Apr - 12 May* £3,290 14 Sep - 27 Sep £3,490
Discover ancient Ciqikou 04 May - 17 May £3,290 16 Sep - 29 Sep* £3,490
Enjoy side trips on the Yangtze River Explore the delights of Shanghai 06 May - 19 May* £3,290 21 Sep - 04 Oct £3,490
11 May - 24 May £3,290 23 Sep - 06 Oct* £3,490
13 May - 26 May* £3,290 05 Oct - 18 Oct £3,390
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 18 May - 31 May £3,290 07 Oct - 20 Oct* £3,390
• 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 12 dinners 20 May - 02 Jun* £3,290 12 Oct - 25 Oct £3,290
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO SHANGHAI DAY 8: HISTORIC CIQIKOU DAY 11: LITTLE WILD GOOSE PAGODA DAY 13: THE GREAT WALL
Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of Disembarking the cruise vessel in Chongqing, Today, visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda This morning is dedicated to China’s most iconic 25 May - 07 Jun £3,290 14 Oct - 27 Oct* £3,290
• Domestic transportation
Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the explore old Ciqikou, a district known for its and walk through the lively atmospheric sight – the Great Wall. Taking a walk on this 01 Jun - 14 Jun £3,290 19 Oct - 01 Nov £3,190
• 4 star accommodation
East’. Depending on your time of arrival, porcelain production during the Ming and Qing alleys of the Muslim Quarter which are lined incredible structure is the best way to appreciate 15 Jun - 28 Jun £3,290 21 Oct - 03 Nov* £3,190
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking dynasties. Ciqikou’s narrow streets are perfect with Islamic food stalls. Later, fly to Beijing, both the sheer magnificence of the wall itself 13 Jul - 26 Jul £3,590 26 Oct - 08 Nov £3,090
• Visa fees for UK passport holders
up the local culture. for a morning stroll to admire the historical, China’s capital city. and the dramatic scenery that it crosses. In the 03 Aug - 16 Aug £3,590 02 Nov - 15 Nov £2,990
traditional architecture. Transfer to Chengdu afternoon, visit a jade factory then enjoy the 2021 DATES
DAY 3: EXPLORE SHANGHAI and enjoy a delicious Sichuanese meal for DAY 12: IMPERIAL BEIJING idyllic landscapes of the Summer Palace as you 08 Mar - 21 Mar £3,090 02 Aug - 15 Aug £3,590
Shanghai is China’s great metropolis, where dinner with the option of a performance of Head to Tiananmen Square, Beijing’s symbolic wander through traditional Chinese gardens and 15 Mar - 28 Mar £3,090 09 Aug - 22 Aug £3,590
east and west collide on streets lined with Sichuan Opera, famous for its ‘face-changing’. heart, and into the sprawling magnificence view the exquisite architecture. This evening, 22 Mar - 04 Apr £3,190 16 Aug - 29 Aug £3,490
futuristic skyscrapers and 10th-century of the Forbidden City. Entering through the savour Beijing’s best-known delicacy-Peking duck.
DAY 9: PANDAS 29 Mar - 11 Apr £3,290 23 Aug - 05 Sep £3,490
temples. Today’s explorations include the Gate of Supreme Harmony, you will find a
classical Yu Garden, a stop in the old town Begin this morning with a visit to Chengdu’s complex full of imperial riches. Also soak up DAY 14: FLY BEIJING TO UK 31 Mar - 13 Apr* £3,290 01 Sep - 14 Sep* £3,390
and learning about the age-old silk production famous Panda Conservation Centre, which the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or 05 Apr - 18 Apr £3,290 06 Sep - 19 Sep £3,390
process at a silk factory. Later admire the allows you to see and learn about China’s Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban following day. 12 Apr - 25 Apr £3,290 08 Sep - 21 Sep* £3,390
magnificent colonial architecture with a stroll celebrated bears up close in surroundings that landscape, and end the day watching a NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? 19 Apr - 02 May £3,290 13 Sep - 26 Sep £3,390
along the Bund and view the city from the mirror their natural habitat. A look around Chinese acrobatic show. Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour. 21 Apr - 04 May* £3,290 15 Sep - 28 Sep* £3,390
Huangpu River on a panoramic cruise. The the informative museum gives an overview 28 Apr - 11 May* £3,290 20 Sep - 03 Oct £3,390
Savour the local cuisine skyscrapers and glimmering lights are a sight of the reserve’s breeding programme. Later, 03 May - 16 May £3,290 22 Sep - 05 Oct* £3,390
take a bullet train to the former imperial EXTEND YOUR STAY...
to behold, Shanghai is unlike any other city in 05 May - 18 May* £3,290 27 Sep - 10 Oct £3,390
capital of Xian. This evening a delicious feast
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE the world. Tonight, sample some traditional
Shanghainese cuisine. of traditional Shui Jiao dumplings and a + 10 May - 23 May £3,290 04 Oct - 17 Oct
12 May - 25 May* £3,290 06 Oct - 19 Oct*
£3,290
£3,290
performance of Tang Dynasty dancing awaits. 17 May - 30 May £3,290 11 Oct - 24 Oct £3,290
uck into a delicious feast of Beijing’s best
T DAY 4: MODERN PUDONG
known dish, Peking duck, a food that offers DAY 10: TERRACOTTA WARRIORS 19 May - 01 Jun* £3,290 13 Oct - 26 Oct* £3,290
Take the morning to see the sights of the
a true taste of imperial China and a long- ultramodern Pudong area of the city with its After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s, 24 May - 06 Jun £3,290 18 Oct - 31 Oct £3,290
time favourite of locals and visitors alike! sci-fi skyscrapers. Later, fly to Wuhan and the Terracotta Army of China’s first emperor, 26 May - 08 Jun* £3,290 20 Oct - 02 Nov* £3,290
ruise through Qutang, Wu and Xiling
C travel by coach to Yichang where you will Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever 07 Jun - 20 Jun £3,290 25 Oct - 07 Nov £3,290
gorges, otherwise known as the Three board the Yangtze River cruise vessel. since. Spend the morning viewing the HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER 21 Jun - 04 Jul £3,390 01 Nov - 14 Nov £3,190
Gorges, admiring the magnificent scenery enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors and 3 days from £290pp (see page 185) 12 Jul - 25 Jul £3,490 03 Nov - 16 Nov* £3,090
from the comfort of your Yangtze River DAYS 5-7: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE horses. Also visit the workshop of the * Days of the week different from those stated.
cruise vessel and learning about its epic A man-made marvel, the Three Gorges Dam craftsmen who recreate terracotta warriors in TASTE OF MACAO STOPOVER
3 days from £340pp Flight and supplement information
history from your onboard expert. showcases a massive feat of engineering. But the style of their ancient counterparts. Watch
• Based on London Heathrow departures
tep back in time to relive the majesty of
S as you cruise upstream nature takes over, the skilled production process and even buy ESSENTIAL DUBAI STOPOVER • Regional UK departures available
the Tang Dynasty, of which Xian was the revealing some of the world’s most dramatic a souvenir warrior to take home. Later, take 3 days from £190pp (see page 185) • Flight upgrades available on request
prosperous and glorious capital, with a scenery including the Three Gorges themselves. a leisurely stroll on the beautifully preserved
For more information about our stopovers & extensions • Land only from £2,390 (Shanghai – Beijing)
colourful spectacular of traditional music Over the next three days, take a side trip to the 14th-century city walls that enclose Xian’s old
please see our website, call us or visit your travel agent. • Single room from £560
and dance. attractive Shennong or Goddess Stream and town, then join the optional tour to see Xian lit
Walk on the Great Wall • Tipping paid locally RMB 600
enjoy various shore excursions. up at night.
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(4N) WUHAN This hugely popular tour journeys
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£3,190
PER CHONGQING through some of China’s most iconic
PERSON sights from Beijing’s Great Wall, Xian’s
GUILIN warriors, and picturesque Guilin to the
(2N)
mighty Yangtze River. Expect a busy but
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE fun-filled tour.
YANGSHUO (1N)
FROM THE UK
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Departing Sunday returning Monday
2020 DATES
02 Mar - 17 Mar* £3,190 21 Jun - 06 Jul £3,690
09 Mar - 24 Mar* £3,290 05 Jul - 20 Jul £3,790
TOUR TICKLIST 15 Mar - 30 Mar £3,490 02 Aug - 17 Aug £3,890
Walk on the Great Wall 22 Mar - 06 Apr £3,590 16 Aug - 31 Aug £3,790
Watch giant pandas play 29 Mar - 13 Apr £3,590 23 Aug - 07 Sep £3,790
Face the Terracotta Army 05 Apr - 20 Apr £3,590 28 Aug - 12 Sep* £3,790
Stay in rural Yangshuo 10 Apr - 25 Apr* £3,590 04 Sep - 19 Sep* £3,790
Cruise the Yangtze River 12 Apr - 27 Apr £3,590 06 Sep - 21 Sep £3,790
Admire Shanghai’s bright lights 19 Apr - 04 May £3,590 11 Sep - 26 Sep* £3,790
Admire magnificent views between the turrets of the Great Wall Explore the amazing landscape of Yangshuo 26 Apr - 11 May £3,590 13 Sep - 28 Sep £3,790
01 May - 16 May* £3,590 18 Sep - 03 Oct* £3,790
03 May - 18 May £3,590 20 Sep - 05 Oct £3,790
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY 08 May - 23 May* £3,590 04 Oct - 19 Oct £3,690
• 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches & 14 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO BEIJING DAY 5: TANG DYNASTY DANCING DAY 12: LI RIVER CRUISE EXTEND YOUR STAY... 10 May - 25 May £3,590 09 Oct - 24 Oct* £3,690
Fly overnight to Beijing, China’s historical Fly to Xian, the ancient former capital. Take a Take a relaxed cruise along the Li River to
• Domestic transportation
• 4 star accommodation capital. Depending on your time of arrival, walking tour of the narrow and winding streets the charming town of Yangshuo. Around + 15 May - 30 May* £3,590 11 Oct - 26 Oct
17 May - 01 Jun £3,590 18 Oct - 02 Nov
£3,690
£3,590
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking of the lively Muslim Quarter and gain an every river bend is a view to take your breath
• Touring with guides and entrance fees 24 May - 08 Jun £3,590 25 Oct - 09 Nov £3,490
up the local culture. insight into the city’s fascinating culture and away as jagged karst peaks loom over rural
• Visa fees for UK passport holders 07 Jun - 22 Jun £3,590 01 Nov - 16 Nov £3,290
significance as the start of the Silk Road. In scenes of lush greenery, grazing buffalo and
DAY 3: IMPERIAL BEIJING the evening, enjoy a dumpling feast and Tang local fishermen. 2021 DATES
This morning, head to Beijing’s symbolic Dynasty dancing show. 07 Mar - 22 Mar £3,290 20 Jun - 05 Jul £3,790
heart, Tiananmen Square, and stroll into DAY 13: YANGSHUO
the sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden DAY 6: TERRACOTTA WARRIORS Yangshuo sits in an exquisite rural location, 14 Mar - 29 Mar £3,390 04 Jul - 19 Jul £3,790
City. Entering through the Gate of Supreme After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s, surrounded by landscapes of emerald-green SUZHOU & HANGZHOU EXTENSION 21 Mar - 05 Apr £3,590 01 Aug - 16 Aug £3,990
Harmony, you will find a complex full of the Terracotta Army of China’s first emperor, paddy fields and dramatic limestone karsts. 5 days from £790pp 28 Mar - 12 Apr £3,690 15 Aug - 30 Aug £3,990
imperial riches. Take a leisurely stroll through Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever Spend the morning exploring the countryside 04 Apr - 19 Apr £3,690 22 Aug - 06 Sep £3,990
HONG KONG GLIMPSES STOPOVER
the narrow alleys of the warren-like hutongs since. Spend the morning viewing the before returning to Guilin by road. Explore
3 days from £290pp (see page 185) 09 Apr - 24 Apr* £3,690 03 Sep - 18 Sep* £3,890
and learn more about living in this traditional enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors and the impressive Reed Flute Cave and visit the
11 Apr - 26 Apr £3,690 05 Sep - 20 Sep £3,890
area. Later, soak up the harmonious ambience horses. Also visit the workshop to see where South China Pearl Factory before stopping ESSENTIAL DUBAI STOPOVER
the warriors are intricately recreated in the for a photo opportunity on the banks of the 3 days from £190pp (see page 185) 18 Apr - 03 May £3,690 10 Sep - 25 Sep* £3,890
of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly oasis
in a bustling urban landscape, where you style of their ancient counterparts and stroll Li River to meet a cormorant fisherman. 25 Apr - 10 May £3,690 12 Sep - 27 Sep £3,890
For more information about our stopovers & extensions
Enjoy a Yangtze River cruise can mingle with the locals and watch or on the beautifully preserved 14th-century city 07 May - 22 May* £3,690 17 Sep - 02 Oct* £3,890
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participate as they practise Tai Chi, dance walls that enclose Xian’s old town. 09 May - 24 May £3,690 19 Sep - 04 Oct £3,890
Take a walk around the picturesque Ronghu
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE or play cards. This evening, sit down to a Lake and admire the Sun and Moon pagodas 14 May - 29 May* £3,690 08 Oct - 23 Oct* £3,790
DAY 7: BOARD YOUR CRUISE
traditional dinner of Peking duck. and then fly to the exuberant and cosmopolitan
Fly to Wuhan and travel to Yichang to board 16 May - 31 May £3,690 10 Oct - 25 Oct £3,790
ruise through Qutang, Wu and Xiling
C DAY 4: THE GREAT WALL your Yangtze River Cruise vessel. city of Shanghai. This evening, view the city 21 May - 05 Jun* £3,690 17 Oct - 01 Nov £3,690
gorges, otherwise known as the Three This morning is dedicated to China’s most from the Huangpu River on a panoramic cruise. 23 May - 07 Jun £3,690 24 Oct - 08 Nov £3,590
Gorges, admiring the magnificent scenery DAYS 8-10: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
iconic sight – the Great Wall. Taking a walk DAY 15: DISCOVER SHANGHAI 28 May - 12 Jun* £3,690 07 Nov - 22 Nov
from the comfort of your Yangtze River A man-made marvel, the Three Gorges Dam £3,390
on this incredible structure is the best way Visit the charming Yu Garden, the old town
cruise vessel and learning about its epic showcases this massive feat of engineering. 06 Jun - 21 Jun £3,690
to appreciate both the wall itself and the and a silk factory and admire the colonial
history from your onboard expert. But as you cruise upstream nature takes over,
dramatic scenery that it crosses. You will then architecture with a stroll along the Bund. * Days of the week different from those stated.
revealing some of the world’s most dramatic
enture into Beijing’s atmospheric old
V have an opportunity to visit a jade factory, Flight and supplement information
scenery. Over the next three days prepare for This evening, enjoy some tasty traditional
neighbourhoods, the hutongs, exploring where you have the opportunity to buy a
one breathtaking panorama after another, Shanghainese cuisine. • Based on London Heathrow departures
the narrow alleyways, passing traditional small handcrafted piece. Jade is revered
courtyard houses and getting a glimpse take a side trip to the attractive Shennong • Regional UK departures available
throughout China, it is said to bring fortune DAY 16: FLY SHANGHAI TO UK
into daily life here. or Goddess Stream and enjoy various • Flight upgrades available on request
and prosperity to those who wear it. Enjoy Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or
shore excursions. • Land only from £2,590 (Beijing – Shanghai)
Zoom across China aboard a superfast the afternoon strolling through the idyllic following day.
bullet train, on what is the world’s longest gardens of the Summer Palace and admire the • Single room from £620
DAY 11: CHONGQING PANDA HOUSE NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
high-speed railway network, travelling at up to traditional Chinese landscapes and exquisite Discover the Terracotta Warriors • Tipping paid locally RMB 770
Disembark from the cruise vessel and visit the Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour.
350 kilometres an hour in comfort. architecture. This evening, enjoy an optional Panda House in Chongqing. Later, board the
kung fu show. bullet train to Guilin.
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