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Tale Of Two Cities - Beijing & Shanghai


The majesty of these two cities are revealed on this premium tour




A tale of two cities are revealed on this tour through the ancient citadel of Beijing and the modern metropolis of Shanghai. First we experience what China is famous for, the impressive historical sites such as the magical Summer Palace, the awe inspiring Great Wall and the mystical Forbidden City. Amongst all of these iconic sites we take in a culinary market tour through Beijing followed by a cooking class in Chinese cuisine in a traditional hutong house. We then board China's new engineering feat, the luxurious bullet train as we make our way to Shanghai. From the Art Deco buildings of the early 1900s to the modern architecture of the Pudong area – Shanghai is truly a city of contrast. We depart our train and enjoy an evening drink in the famous Jazz Bar of the Peace Hotel.  In Shanghai, we explore the old town and the Bund, and marvel at the impressive Jin Mao Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the world. On our final night we enjoy a feast at the famous Yin restaurant, where French and Chinese cuisine meet as it did in the late 1800s.



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Tour Highlights

  • Shanghai
  • Terracotta Warriors of Xian
  • The Forbidden City

Inclusions

  • Local tour leader, local guides, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.

  • Minibus
  • Plane
  • Sleeper train
  • 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Tale Of Two Cities - Beijing & Shanghai

Day 1
Beijing
Meals Privided:
On arrival in Beijing you are transferred to your hotel. At high noon you will meet your Tour Leader who will escort you to the Summer Palace. The Summer Palace is the most well preserved royal gardens in China and we spend an afternoon exploring this wonderful site. This is generally followed by an optional group dinner at a local restaurant - Peking Duck is often a popular choice.
Day 2-3
Beijing
Meals Privided:
Breakfast
Beijing offers endless opportunities for exploration. The enormous Forbidden City, built more than 500 years ago and off limits to commoners for almost all that time, is a truly amazing place. Its size might surprise you (it is huge!), but what makes it fascinating is that every square metre is interesting, ranging from intricately carved walkways to colourful, painted ceilings. We also travel to Mutianyu, a section of the Great Wall a few hours out of Beijing. Being perched on this incredible engineering feat and surveying the spectacular surrounding countryside is an unforgettable experience. On the afternoon of Day 3 we enjoy a cooking class in authentic Chinese cuisine run out of a ancient houtong in downtown Beijing. There is also ample free time in the itinerary, allowing you to make your own discoveries. Our hotel is located in the south of the city and a walk in any direction will unveil all sorts of wonderful surprises. There are good shopping opportunities at the various markets around the city, such as the centrally located Dashilan Market. In the evening, you have the chance to enjoy a performance of the unique Beijing Opera (optional).
Day 4
Beijing - Shanghai
Meals Privided:
Breakfast
There is also ample free time in the morning, allowing you to make your own discoveries. Our hotel is located in the south of the city and a walk in any direction will unveil all sorts of wonderful surprises. There are good shopping opportunities at the various markets around the city, such as the centrally located Dashilan Market. Today we are transferred to the bullet train that will take us to Shanghai in just over 4 hours. We arrive in the electric city of Shanghai and check into our hotel. From here we take a stroll along the Bund were we can witness distinct times in history for this great city. One side is the art deco buildings of the turn of the century the other is the futuristic architecture of the business district of pudong. The sides stare across from each other like brooding relatives. We stroll along to the world famous Peace Hotel which was built in a time when Shanghai was the most famous city in the world at the turn of the century. It is here we can enjoy a drink at the Jazz Bar.
Day 5
Shanghai
Meals Privided:
Breakfast, Dinner
We wake in Shanghai and enjoy the famous Yuyuan Gardens and Bazaar, a fascinating highlight of the city and worth exploring for its tranquil Chinese garden and wonderful food stalls. It is here we experience a tea drinking ceremony at an authentic teahouse. . Later in the day we venture to Jinmao tower for the expansive views of Shanghai from the 88th floor. In the evening we enjoy a grand dinner at Yin restaurant which incorporates western and eastern cuisine thus reflecting what shanghai represents east meeting west.
Day 6
Shanghai
Meals Privided:
Breakfast
The tour ends after breakfast. You should arrange an evening flight out, or stay an extra day, if you wish to have time to explore more of Shanghai. A transfer to the airport is not included, however, your tour leader will be on hand to advise you as to the options available.

IN A NUTSHELL

7 days
$1,395
15

TOUR INFORMATION

Start End Price
12/02/201217/02/2012 $1,395
04/11/201209/11/2012 $1,395
18/11/201223/11/2012 $1,395
02/12/201207/12/2012 $1,395
16/12/201221/12/2012 $1,395
30/12/201204/01/2013 $1,395
13/01/201318/01/2013 $1,395
27/01/201301/02/2013 $1,395
10/02/201315/02/2013 $1,395
24/02/201301/03/2013 $1,395
10/03/201315/03/2013 $1,395
24/03/201329/03/2013 $1,395
07/04/201312/04/2013 $1,395
21/04/201326/04/2013 $1,395
05/05/201310/05/2013 $1,395
19/05/201324/05/2013 $1,395
02/06/201307/06/2013 $1,395
21/10/201226/10/2012 $1,395
07/10/201212/10/2012 $1,395
26/02/201202/03/2012 $1,395
11/03/201216/03/2012 $1,395
25/03/201230/03/2012 $1,395
08/04/201213/04/2012 $1,395
22/04/201227/04/2012 $1,395
06/05/201211/05/2012 $1,395
20/05/201225/05/2012 $1,395
03/06/201208/06/2012 $1,395
17/06/201222/06/2012 $1,395
01/07/201206/07/2012 $1,395
15/07/201220/07/2012 $1,395
29/07/201203/08/2012 $1,395
12/08/201217/08/2012 $1,395
26/08/201231/08/2012 $1,395
09/09/201214/09/2012 $1,395
23/09/201228/09/2012 $1,395
16/06/201321/06/2013 $1,395
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