Beautiful China Tour
(15 days/13 nights)

Itinerary

Day 1 - Honolulu - Japan
Depart Honolulu via Japan Airlines flight to Japan.You will cross the International Dateline.

Day 2 - Japan - Beijing
Arrive in the Capital of China-Beijing. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Day 3 - Beijing
Visit Tian An Men Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace. Enjoy a performance of Peking Opera after dinner. [B/ L/ D]

Day 4 - Beijing
On a daylong excursion you will walk the mighty Great Wall. It is the only man-made structure visible from the moon stretching across China for about 4000 miles. En route, you will also visit the ancient Ming Tombs. A Peking Duck Dinner is planned. [B/ L/ D]

Day 5 - Beijing
Due to popular demand, today is a free day for you to explore the city or shop at bargain prices. [B]

Day 6 - Beijing - Xian
After breakfast, take flight WH2124 at 1120, arrive at 1300 and transfer to the 4-Star Jianguo Hotel. Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Ancient City Wall. [B/ L/ D]

Day 7 - Xian
Your highlights today include a visit to the Terra Cotta Museum. Marvel at the Terra Cotta Warriors in battle formation guarding the Tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. In the afternoon, the Banpo Village will bring you back to the Neolithic period. Enjoy a famous Tang Dynasty Singing and dancing show after dinner. [B/ L/ D]

Day 8 - Xian - Hangzhou
Breakfast at the hotel. You will have time to stroll freely, relax or pack. After lunch, transfer to the airport and depart via flight X09503 at 1340, arrive at 1540 and transfer to the 4-Star Holiday Inn. Visit the Six-Harmony Tower. [B/ L/ D]

Day 9 - Hangzhou
Your sightseeing plans today call for a cruise on the tranquil waters of the West Lake, which mirror the surrounding landscape. You will also visit the Lingyin Temple and the Long Jing Tea Farm. [B/ L/ D]

Day 10 - Hangzhou - Wuxi
Depart by Train Y212 at 0840, arrive at 1322 and transfer to the Hubin Hotel. Visit a clay figurine workshop and tour the Xi Hui Garden. [B/ L/ D]

Day 11 - Wuxi - Suzhou
Take a cruise on the beautiful Taihu Lake. Depart via Train Y203 at 1450, arrive Suzhou at 1517 and transfer to the 4-Star Aster Hotel. Take a boat ride in the Grand Canal and visit the Lingering Garden. [B/ L/ D]

Day 12 - Suzhou - Shanghai
Today's tour will start at Tiger Hill. You will also visit the Master of Nets Garden and the Embroidery Institute. Depart via Train 665 at 1632, arrive in Shanghai at 1746 and transfer to the 4-Star Ocean Hotel, centrally located near shopping areas. [B/ L/ D]

Day 13 - Shanghai
Today's highlights include Yu Yuan Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, a Children's Palace and the Nanjing Road commercial district. Dinner will be followed by an amazing Acrobatic Show. [B/ L/ D]

Day 14 - Shanghai
Today is a free day to explore this bustling port city on your own. For museum lovers, we suggest a visit to the Shanghai Museum, Shoppers will find great bargains at the famous Nanjing and Huai Hai Roads located close to your hotel. [B]

Day 15 - Shanghai - Honolulu
Free time in the morning to explore and relax. Say goodbye to China as you board your transpacific flight home. [B]

Remarks
Legend: B - Breakfast; L - Lunch; D - Dinner

Package cost includes: Airfare, accommodations, meals and tours indicated and English translation guide for tour.

Package costs do not include: Any incidental expenses, items are not indicated on itinerary. Hotel room's mini bar, phone calls, laundry, gratuities for local guides and drivers, China's domestic airport taxes, China entry Visa. Quotation, accommodations, itinerary and flight schedules are subject to change without notice