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The quintessential experience, this introductory tour offers a glimpse of China's glorious past, fascinating present and bright future
8 nights in 4 star hotels: 3 nights Shanghai, 2 nights Xian, 3 nights Beijing
How to book
All you need to do is call one of our specialist Travel consultants on:
0800 031 9707
They will custom build your holiday your way, passing on their considerable knowledge and expertise
Offer valid until 5 Sep 2025
Prices are based on all new bookings for two people sharing a twin/double room. Accommodation is for 8 nights in 4 star hotels with 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches & 8 Dinners
Includes Touring with Guides & entrance fees and Visa fees for UK passport holders
Return flights are from London Heathrow. Other UK airports may be available at a supplement
Tipping payable locally RMB450 per person (approximately £50 per person)
This package holiday is operated by Wendy Wu Tours, ATOL protected 6639 and Ambassador Holidays act as Agents
Prices and availability are correct at time of publication and are subject to change
About this package
Our China Experience Tour has been thoughtfully designed and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to Wendy Wu
Package Itinerary
Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the 'Paris of the East'. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Shanghai is China's great metropolis, where east and west collide on streets lined with futuristic skyscrapers and 10th-century temples. Today's explorations include the traditional Yu Garden, the Silk Factory and a stop in the old town. Also admire the magnificent colonial architecture with a stroll along the Bund. This evening view the city from the Huangpu River on a panoramic cruise. Dinner tonight will be traditional Shanghainese cuisine. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Visit Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai's sleepy water towns, built on an old canal system once used to transport goods all over imperial China. The town's narrow alleyways exude old-world charm, whilst the waterways are lined with ancient buildings and crossed by stone bridges. Return to Shanghai and visit the Shanghai Museum and explore People’s Square. End the day watching a Chinese acrobatic show. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Fly to Xian, the ancient former capital. This afternoon, visit the fascinating Little Wild Goose Pagoda and spend time walking through the atmospheric alleys of the Muslim Quarter, which are lined with Islamic food stalls. Here you will gain an insight into the city's fascinating culture and significance as the start of the Silk Road. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
After their fortuitous discovery in the 1970s, the Terracotta Army of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, has intrigued visitors ever since. Spend the morning viewing the enigmatic ranks of life-sized warriors and horses who stand in their original formations at the exact location they were excavated. Also visit the workshop of the craftsmen who recreate terracotta warriors in the style of their ancient counterparts. Later, stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th-century ancient city walls that enclose Xian's old town. Tonight, feast on traditional Shui Jiao dumplings before a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Board the bullet train to Beijing, China's historic capital city. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Head to Beijing's symbolic heart and stroll across Tiananmen Square into the sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden City. Later, soak up the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban landscape. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the traditional hutongs, where the narrow alleys offer an authentic glimpse of old Beijing. Meet a local family and learn first-hand about hutong life. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
This morning is dedicated to China's most iconic sight – the Great Wall. Taking a walk on this incredible structure is the best way to appreciate both the sheer magnificence of the wall itself and the dramatic scenery that it crosses. Spend the afternoon strolling through the idyllic landscapes of the Summer Palace as you see the traditional Chinese gardens and exquisite architecture. Today's sightseeing is the perfect way to build up your appetite for Beijing's most famous delicacy – Peking duck. Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
