PRIVATE JOURNEY
Classic China Odyssey
Experience the cultural riches of more than 4,000 years of history. Discover the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing before going underground to marvel at the legacy of the Terracotta Warriors in Xian. Savor the wonders of dynamic Shanghai, and the lovely lakeside town of Hangzhou.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Beijing
Upon arrival in Beijing, you will be welcomed by your Cox & Kings local representative and transferred to your hotel. The Peninsula (Club Deluxe Room) / Raffles Beijing (Landmark Room) – 3 nights
Upon arrival in Beijing, you will be welcomed by your Cox & Kings local representative and transferred to your hotel. The Peninsula (Club Deluxe Room) / Raffles Beijing (Landmark Room) – 3 nights
Day 2
Beijing
Visit the Forbidden City, the home of emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Then explore Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, before heading to the stunning Summer Palace. End your day with a peaceful boat ride on Kunming Lake. (B, L)
Visit the Forbidden City, the home of emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Then explore Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, before heading to the stunning Summer Palace. End your day with a peaceful boat ride on Kunming Lake. (B, L)
Day 3
Beijing
The Great Wall stands as a monument to both the strength and the weakness of the Chinese Ming Dynasty. Walk along this ancient wall, which snakes endlessly across the mountain ridgelines. Then explore the Ming Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage site home to the mausoleums of 13 Ming emperors. (B, L)
The Great Wall stands as a monument to both the strength and the weakness of the Chinese Ming Dynasty. Walk along this ancient wall, which snakes endlessly across the mountain ridgelines. Then explore the Ming Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage site home to the mausoleums of 13 Ming emperors. (B, L)
Day 4
To Xian
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Heaven, dating from the Ming dynasty and one of the city’s architectural masterpieces. Get to know Old China on a fascinating tour of the Hutongs, the narrow winding back streets of Beijing. Later, fly to Xian and check in to your hotel. Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square (Luxury Room) – 2 nights (B)
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Heaven, dating from the Ming dynasty and one of the city’s architectural masterpieces. Get to know Old China on a fascinating tour of the Hutongs, the narrow winding back streets of Beijing. Later, fly to Xian and check in to your hotel. Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square (Luxury Room) – 2 nights (B)
Day 5
Xian
Enter a subterranean world of wonders today as you visit the world-famous army of Terracotta Warriors, one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Explore the site where 7,000 of these life-sized figures were constructed to guard Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb. (B)
Enter a subterranean world of wonders today as you visit the world-famous army of Terracotta Warriors, one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Explore the site where 7,000 of these life-sized figures were constructed to guard Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb. (B)
Day 6
To Lijiang
Take to the air as you fly to Lijiang via Kunming. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and then embark on a guided walk in Dayan Town, the oldest part of the city. The Banyan Tree Resort (Garden Jacuzzi Villa) – 2 nights (B)
Take to the air as you fly to Lijiang via Kunming. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and then embark on a guided walk in Dayan Town, the oldest part of the city. The Banyan Tree Resort (Garden Jacuzzi Villa) – 2 nights (B)
Day 7
Lijiang
Head north of Lijiang to explore the Naxi village of Baisha, home to some stunning sacred murals begun in the 14th century. Then ascend Jade Dragon Snow Mountain by cable car to stand amid the majesty of thousand-year-old glaciers and the evergreen spruce forests. (B, L)
Head north of Lijiang to explore the Naxi village of Baisha, home to some stunning sacred murals begun in the 14th century. Then ascend Jade Dragon Snow Mountain by cable car to stand amid the majesty of thousand-year-old glaciers and the evergreen spruce forests. (B, L)
Day 8
To Hangzhou
Depart Lijiang and fly to Hangzhou via Kunming. Upon arrival, transfer to your lakeside hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Sofitel Hangzhou West Lake (Luxury Room) – 2 nights (B)
Depart Lijiang and fly to Hangzhou via Kunming. Upon arrival, transfer to your lakeside hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Sofitel Hangzhou West Lake (Luxury Room) – 2 nights (B)
Day 9
Hangzhou
Cruise the placid waters of lovely West Lake and visit the revered Lingyig Temple. Then walk with your local guide through the old sections of Hangzhou and pay a visit to a museum tracing the history of Chinese medicine. (B, L)
Cruise the placid waters of lovely West Lake and visit the revered Lingyig Temple. Then walk with your local guide through the old sections of Hangzhou and pay a visit to a museum tracing the history of Chinese medicine. (B, L)
Day 10
To Suzhou
Board a bullet train for the trip to Suzhou. Upon arrival, admire the majestic Humble Administrator’s Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the great gardens of the world. This afternoon, tour the silk museum and take a cruise on the city’s grand canal. Sofitel Suzhou – 1 night (B, L)
Board a bullet train for the trip to Suzhou. Upon arrival, admire the majestic Humble Administrator’s Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the great gardens of the world. This afternoon, tour the silk museum and take a cruise on the city’s grand canal. Sofitel Suzhou – 1 night (B, L)
Day 11
To Shanghai
All aboard the bullet train to Shanghai. Upon arrival in China’s futuristic megalopolis, check in to your luxurious hotel and enjoy some time to explore on your own. The Peninsula Shanghai – 2 nights (B)
All aboard the bullet train to Shanghai. Upon arrival in China’s futuristic megalopolis, check in to your luxurious hotel and enjoy some time to explore on your own. The Peninsula Shanghai – 2 nights (B)
Day 12
Shanghai
Visit the Yu Yuan Gardens and the old shopping area of the city, then stroll along the lively waterfront. Following lunch, visit the Jade Buddha Temple and enjoy panoramic city views from the Oriental Pearl Tower. In the evening, celebrate your journey through the Middle Kingdom at an astounding performance of acrobatics. (B, L)
Visit the Yu Yuan Gardens and the old shopping area of the city, then stroll along the lively waterfront. Following lunch, visit the Jade Buddha Temple and enjoy panoramic city views from the Oriental Pearl Tower. In the evening, celebrate your journey through the Middle Kingdom at an astounding performance of acrobatics. (B, L)
Day 13
Depart Shanghai
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your international flight. (B)
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your international flight. (B)
Extend Your Journey
Journeys:
Highlights:
- Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors
- Tour Beijing’s atmospheric Hutongs for a fascinating look into Old China
- Marvel at the incredible, life-size Terracotta Warriors of Xian
- Visit a traditional Naxi village in remote Yunnan Province
- Cruise the canals of the exquisite town of Suzhou, the Venice of China
- Take in an amazing acrobatics show in Shanghai
Travel Details & Dates:
13 DAYS & 12 NIGHTS
Beijing, Xian, Lijiang, Hangzhou, Suzhou & Shanghai
2012 Dates:
Jan-Feb & Dec
Single Supplement
Mar-May & Sept-Nov
Single Supplement
Jun-Aug
Single Supplement
Jan-Feb & Dec
Single Supplement
Mar-May & Sept-Nov
Single Supplement
Jun-Aug
Single Supplement
Prices From:
$6,780
$2,400
$7,410
$2,830
$7,180
$2,630
$6,780
$2,400
$7,410
$2,830
$7,180
$2,630
Note:
Upon request, your travel consultant can provide an exact price based on your specific dates of travel.
Includes:
All accommodation, breakfast daily, select other meals, internal air, and private transfers. Guiding is on a private basis.