Holiday packages

ODay 1 - Australia / Beijing
Check in at the airport on your Air China/China Eastern/China Southern flight bound for Beijing via Shanghai.

On arrival into Beijing and after completing any necessary Customs and Immigration formalities you will be

met by your friendly China Holidays guide who will transfer you to Ariva Beijing West Hotel or similar where

you will spend four nights.

Day 2 - Beijing
A delightful day is spent visiting some of the sights of Beijing. The Forbidden City, home to two dynasties of

Emperors spanning 500 years; Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing and the architectural wonders of the Temple

 of Heaven. (B/L)

Day 3 - Beijing
Today, the highlight for many a visitor to Beijing is a visit to the Great Wall at Badaling, undoubtedly one of the

greatest man-made wonders of the world. There will also be time for a visit to the Silk Market where negotiation

 skills are put to the test as you seek out bargains before returning to Beijing where there will be time to freshen up

 before departing for a 'Legends of Kung Fu' performance. (B/L)

Day 4 - Beijing
This morning you will depart to visit the most renowned Tibetan Buddhist Temple outside of Tibet - The Lama

Temple, then a visit to the 'Hutongs' the local residential area by Pedi cab or cycle rickshaw where you will get an

 interesting glimpse into the lives of the traditional Beijing citizens. After lunch you will have some free time to

 explore at your leisure. This evening enjoy a traditional Peking Duck Dinner. (B/L/D)

Day 5 - Beijing / Shanghai
After breakfast at your hotel you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight to Shanghai. On arrival in

Shanghai you will be met by your friendly China Holidays guide and transferred to Ramada Plaza Gateway Shanghai

 or similar. This afternoon you will visit the Jin Mao Tower, where from the Observation deck you will get a

panoramic view of the city. Then take a stroll along the Bund and enjoy a short cruise on the Huangpu River. (B/L)

Day 6 - Shanghai
After breakfast you will depart for a full day tour of Shanghai. Your day will include a visit to the Yu Gardens,

the Old Chinatown and of course the Bund. There will also be a visit to the impressive Shanghai museum. In the

evening enjoy a visit to an acrobatic show. (B/L)

Day 7 - Depart Shanghai
Today you farewell Shanghai and China as your guide meets you and transfers you to the airport for your onward

flight. Check in aboard your Air China/China Eastern/China Southern flight bound for home. (B)

Day 8 - Arrive Australia
Welcome home after a fantastic 8 day trip to one of the most fascinating countries on the planet.

* Some departures may require you to depart Australia the day prior to the tour date with an overnight connection.