The Charm of Oriental 17 Days W/Air
Visit: Beijing-Shanghai-Suzhou-Hangzhou-Yangtze River Cruise-Chongqing -Xi’an
Trip Highlight: Forbidden City,The Great Wall,Temple of Heaven,Summer Palace,Terra Cotta Army
An Epic itinerary covers all you mast sees in mainland China. In Beijing, explore imperial treasures like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Visit the necropolis at Xian, where you encounter thousands of Terra Cotta Warriors. Explore cosmopolitan Shanghai and surrounding cities.And a 5 days 4 nights Yangtze River cruise to see China’s mother river
Day 1 Departure
To start off your amazing China Tour, you will leave your departure city and fly to Beijing. Meals and snacks will be provided on the plane.
Day 2 Arriving Beijing
When you arrive in Beijing, a Rewards Travel China local representative will meet and greet you at the airport. The local representative will then transfer you to your hotel where you can enjoy the rest of the day for self-exploring or relaxation.
Day 3 Beijing (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today, join our Forbidden City Tour with lunch. Visit the world renown Tiananmen Square, the very centre of the capital of China. After, venture into the Forbidden City, the former palaces of many emperors throughout the Ming and Qing dynasty. It is a true architectural masterpiece and also a home to the National Palace Museum. After a delightful lunch, proceed to the Summer Palace, a former royal retreat, also renown best preserved imperial garden in the world. Then, visit a famous ancient Chinese Medical Pharmaceutical company, founded in year 1669, Tong Ren Tang. Learn the rich history, theory, and philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine. Also learn health preservation through Chinese medical way. This evening, you will delight in a famous Peking Duck dinner banquet.
Day 4 Beijing (Breakfast, Lunch)
Today's highlight is an excursion to the, world renowned, majestic, Great Wall (JuYongGuan). Also known as one of the “Seven Wonders of the World”, recognized by UNESCO. Get a chance to climb a section of this 3,700-mile marvel. Afterwards, tour the iconic “2008 Beijing Olympic Center”; including the famous Bird’s Nest and Water Cube, which now hosts many spectacular opening ceremonies and events. Experience the magnificent architectural structure design from the outside view, providing a perfect photo opportunity to capture these wonders. Then, visit one of the largest Jade Exhibitions in Asia. Tonight, you can choose to participate in a large-scale musical drama show, The Golden Mask Dynasty show (CAD $65/person).
Day 5 Beijing- Suzhou (Flight via Shanghai or Train)
Full morning and noon (afternoon depending on scheduling) to explore Beijing on your own. You can also sign up and participate in a highly recommended half-day program we offer; (CAD $79/person) Beijing Day tour. Today, we will take a tour to the “Temple of Heaven”, recognized by UNESCO as an architectural masterpiece built between 1406-1460 A.D. Used in the past by the emperors from the Ming and Qing dynasties for ceremonial honouring and praising to the gods of harvest. Afterwards, take a famous rickshaw Hutong Tour & Local Family Visit, where an included local family meal will take place. During the late evenings, transportation to Suzhou via flight to Shanghai or high-speed train.
Day 6 Suzhou- Wuxi (Breakfast, Lunch)
Suzhou, the city in which is also known as a paradise, the Oriental Venice, for its exquisite water routes (canals), bridges, pagodas and gardens. Suzhou is also an UNESCO designated “World Heritage Site”. After breakfast, tour the Lingering Garden, a classic private garden housing more than 500-years of history. Next, visit a renowned traditional Silk Culture and Exhibition Centre, noted to be the largest silk producer in the country, where you will discover the mysterious processing of silk. After lunch, enjoy a relaxed and soothing canal ride inside the city, enjoy the picturesque feeling the ancient city offers on the Grand Canal Cruise (CAD $30/person). Later afternoon, continue onwards to Wuxi to visit the LingShan Grand Buddha. Recognized as one of China's largest Buddha statues standing over at an amazing 80m tall. Explore the whole LingShan area attraction with musical fountains that play-out the story of the birth of Buddha. Also, visit the spiritual Brahma palace (梵宫), a very grand palace with the pillars that are entirely made of sandalwood; Known to host the 2009 Buddhist conference.
Day 7 Wuxi- Hangzhou (Breakfast, Lunch)
This morning, tour the brilliance of Lihu Park, located at the famous Lake TaiHu. Followed by a visit to the fresh water pearl processing company, the “Yuanrun Ju” jewel corporate. Since its establishment in 1984, it has taken over, with high techniques, the farming, researching, processing and gallering of fresh water pearls for the district. Continue onwards to Hangzhou, the city described by Marco Polo as “City of Heaven” and “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world”. This evening, you may enjoy a symbolic performance of Hangzhou, “The Romantic Show of SongCheng” (CAD $90/person). Performed over 2,000 times per year. Since its creation, the show has been performed more than 20,000 times, and entertained over 60 million audiences. It is one of the theatrical performances that had performed for the most times and performed to largest recording audience number; along with the O Show in Las Vegas, and the Moulin Rouge in Paris, the three are regarded as the "Top 3 Famous Shows in the World".
Day 8 Hangzhou- Shanghai (Breakfast, Lunch)
Hangzhou, also known as the “Paradise on Earth”, has been immortalized and celebrated by countless poets and artists. The West Lake Cultural Landscape has been recognized by UNESCO as a site of World Heritage. After breakfast, visit The West Lake, the most sensational and beautiful lake in the country. Then, you will take an amazing boat ride on the serene West Lake, the most renowned feature of Hangzhou, noted for its scenic beauty which blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites throughout the path. Then, visit the No.1 tea plantation site and get a chance to taste the well-known Dragon Well Tea. Many studies proofs that green tea is excellent for your health, and Dragon Well Tea is the best Green Tea in China offers. After lunch, transport to Shanghai. Upon arrival in Shanghai, walk along the famous Bund, lined by the colonial architecture of European designs, this area is the best place to capture China under the Western influences of the old days. It now is known as the “Wall Street of the East”. Later evening, have an optional participation on a western influenced Chinese Acrobatic Show - ERA: The Intersection of Time (CAD $65/person).
Day 9 Shanghai (Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast early morning, tour the famous Shanghai Museum. Where you get to see ancient Chinese art, furniture and jade. Shortly followed by a visit to an Emerald exhibition center. Then, visit the City God Temple Bazaar. Which composes of specialty stores, selling traditional Chinese arts and crafts, medicine and souvenirs. At night, you may enjoy a scenery ride on the Huangpu River Night Cruise (CAD $50/person) and get a breath-taking glimpse of the dazzling and charming night view of Shanghai.
Day 10 Shanghai - Yichang - Yantze River Cruise
After breakfast, we will take, China’s best, high-speed train which travels at an incredible 300km/hour speed, to the port city of Yichang to board our cruise line. “Yangtze River”, also known as the mother river of China, is the longest river in Asia, measured at a stunning 6,300 km. The river originates from flows of melting glacial waters in Tibet, extending and reaching as far to the “East China Sea” in Shanghai. After boarding, relax and prepare for your 4 nights on cruise, experiencing the absolute breathtaking sceneries of this 6,300 km magnificent natural wonder.
Day 11 Yangtze River Cruise (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
En-route, experience and capture the world’s largest hydroelectricity project, the “Three Gorges Dam”. It is located across by the town of Sandouping. The Three Gorges Dam is the world's largest power station in terms of installed capacity (22,500 MW). The annual electricity generated by this marvel is of 20-times more than the famous Hoover Dam in Nevada, United States. An optional tour provided by the Cruise line can be purchased on route (available if river condition permits), which includes a visit to the “Tribe of the Three Gorges” or “Hometown of Qu Yuan”; offering interesting glimpses into the culture and history of the Xiling Gorge region.
Day 12 Yangtze River Cruise (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After Breakfast, enjoy the “Three Little Gorges” zigzags, occupying about 50 km starting from Wushan County located south, to the Dachang Hui, an ancient town located to the north. It, in reference, is at the lower reaches of the three gorges at “Daning River” (66th branch of Yangtze River) in Wushan County; The three little gorges are individually named, “Dragon Gate Gorge Longmen Xia”, “Misty Gorge Bawu Xia” and the “Emerald Gorge Dicui Xia”. Afterwards, enter the Wu Gorge, known for its quiet beauty, forest covered mountains and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. Then, sail through the Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most dramatic gorge of the Cruise. After the astonishing sails, an optional tour provided by the Cruise line can be purchased on route; A visit to the glorious White Emperor City, which houses well-known stories of Liu Bei (warlord of Han dynasty during the famous “Three Kingdoms” period).
Day 13 Yangtze River Cruise (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, visit the “Jade Emperor Scenic Area”, a shoreside excursion area near the city of Fengdu. It is the largest man-made jade image of an emperor in the world. The sacred site features a 100-foot-tall statue depicting the Jade Emperor, an important deity in Chinese Taoism, as well as more than 200 additional Taoist and Buddhist sculptures (an alternate excursion to “Shibaozhai” may be substituted depending on the river conditions. “Shibaozhai”, literal translation the “Precious Stone Fortress”, is a 12-floor wonder that leans against hills along the banks of the Yangtze River). After the marvelous visit, an optional tour provided by the Cruise line can be purchased on route, which visit the “Ghost City” of Fengdu. The city, known complex shrines, temples and monasteries dedicated to the believe of afterlife, has more than 2000-years of history associated with it; It features statues of ghosts and demons and showcases famous stories and legends correlated to them.
Day 14 Yangtze River Cruise- Chongqing- Xian (Breakfast, Lunch)
To end the phenomenal Cruise, you will disembark at Chongqing after breakfast. (Then, there will be a tour guide picking you up at the port, and will transfer to the Panda Zoo where you will enjoy the afternoon at. The Zoo is considered the biggest urban zoo in China. It consists of exhibits, parks and a Dinosaur Valley for your exploration). This evening, takes the flight/train to Xian. Xi'an is one of the founding birthplaces of the ancient Chinese civilization. Throughout the 3100-years of Xi’an development, 13 dynasties have placed their capitals here. The city is truly filled with history, some might even describe the city to be a living history book. Xi'an, on international scale, shares equal fame along with Athens, Cairo and Rome, known as one of the four major ancient civilization capitals. Upon arrival, tour guide will transfer you to the hotel and have a rest.
Day 15 Xi'an (Breakfast)
After breakfast, visit the “Small Wild Goose Pagoda” (XiaoYan Ta), located on the highest mountain in the city. It is a, well-preserved, symbolic, tower built in the ancient times. Dating of this tower goes as far as 707 A.D. The tower is now functioned to collect Buddhists materials that were previously taken by Indian pilgrims. Here we will participate in a special class to learn about brush paintings, traditional Chinese culture and Chinese Calligraphy. Next, tour Xi’an Museum, a Tang Dynasty-style structure under national heritage protection. The museum has a massive collection and houses over around 14,000 pieces of items ranging from coins, clothing, potteries, weapons and many more. All of which are rated as China's highest level of protection due to its cultural importance. Later evening, a dumpling banquet will be held along with a spectacular show featuring Tang Dynasty Dance and Music.
Day 16 Xi'an (Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast, we will visit Qin Emperor’s Mausoleum, showcasing the world-renowned “Terracotta Warriors” and “Horses Museum”. It is the most significant archeological discovery and excavation site for China that took place in year 1974. Qin ShiHuang (d. 210 B.C.) is the first unifier and emperor of ancient Chinese civilization during the Qin dynasty. The emperor was buried surrounded by life-sized terracotta warrior sculptures, a funerary art with the purpose of protecting the emperor in his afterlife. The emperor’s tomb is located at the centre of a complex, designed to mirror the urban plan of a capital. The “Terracotta Army” is rated one of the top attractions in China after its enlistment by UNESCO in 1987. After visiting the museum, we will continue to the Artistic Ceramics Factory, to learn the techniques about the makings of the Terracotta Warriors.
Day 17 Xi'an- Home (Breakfast)
After breakfast, your local tour guide will transfer you to the airport. Depart home (via Beijing or Shanghai) or extend your journey to other cities in China.
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Departure Dates | Price (double occupancy)CAD P,P International flight included |
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2-5 PAX | 6-9 PAX | Group Tour | |
2019/11/23 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2499.00 |
2019/12/05 | N/A | N/A | Sold Out |
2020/03/10 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2749.00 |
2020/03/17 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2549.00 |
2020/04/07 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2649.00 |
2020/04/16 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2749.00 |
2020/05/21 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2849.00 |
2020/09/03 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2849.00 |
2020/09/10 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2849.00 |
2020/10/20 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2749.00 |
2020/10/29 | N/A | N/A | CAD$2649.00 |
Single Supplements | +CAD$1199 |
Payment plan
*A CAD$300/person non-refundable deposit at time of booking
*Balance due 2 months prior to the departure
Price Guide
* Departing Vancouver/Toronto with major China airlines. Other airlines can be arranged based on request with air add on.
*Add on airfare from other cities: available upon request
*No child discount
*Tour prices are subject to change without prior notice. Please check with your travel agent or our website for the latest information
*Rewards Travel China reserves the right to substitute hotels in similar standard if the hotels listed in the flyer/website are not available. Hotel rating base in local standard.
Price includes:
* Toronto/Vancouver departure international economy flights, airport taxes and fuel surcharge.
* Internal transportation indicated in the itinerary (air, cruise, coach);
* Local 5 star accommodation
* Meals and featuring regional delicacies mentioned in the itinerary
* All visits and admission fees including entertainment shows mentioned in the itinerary
* English speaking guide;
Price does not include:
* Chinese Visa Application fees; Rewards Holiday can assist with applying for single entry group visa( conditions apply) for $200/person
* insurance
* personal expenses
* Optional activities
* Prepaid tipping: $210/person
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360 W. Ring Road (North Section), Lianhu, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China, 710082
The 23-storey TITAN TIMES HOTEL covers a total business area of 50,000 square meters. The main building with spacious lobby exudes the charm of a five-star hotel. The hotel has 350 deluxe suites featuring original design and ergonomic layout amidst romantic and intimate atmosphere of Xi’an. By virtue of its original design concept, it provides guests with elegant and comfort living space: Exquisite comfort defines standard suites, low-profile luxury executive suite offers convenient and carefree private space for the morning. Noble and graceful deluxe suite evokes the feeling of sumptuous palace. Graceful ladies floor provides modern women with a romantic private paradise.
Chinese cuisine includes styles originating from the diverse regions of China, as well as from Chinese people in other parts of the world. The history of Chinese cuisine in China stretches back for thousands of years and has changed from period to period and in each region according to climate, imperial fashions, and local preferences. Over time, techniques and ingredients from the cuisines of other cultures were integrated into the cuisine of the Chinese people due both to imperial expansion and from the trade with nearby regions in pre-modern times and from Europe and the New World in the modern period.
Peking Duck is a famous duck dish from Beijing that has been prepared since the imperial era. The meat is prized for its thin, crisp skin, with authentic versions of the dish serving mostly the skin and little meat, sliced in front of the diners by the cook. Ducks bred specially for the dish are slaughtered after 65 days and seasoned before being roasted in a closed or hung oven. The meat is eaten with scallion, cucumber and sweet bean sauce with pancakes rolled around the fillings. Sometimes pickled radish is also inside, and other sauces (like hoisin sauce) can be used.
Zha Jiang Mian or“Fried Sauce Noodles” So famous in China that the mere mention of it immediately makes people think of Beijing. It’s sold everywhere—from street vendors to restaurants in five star hotels. Prices can vary from $2 to $30, but higher prices don’t necessarily guarantee better taste. A dish of perfectly chewy noodles with a rich, meaty sauce…it’s just another one of those perfect dishes that you can’t miss in China.
Barbecue might conjure up images of steaks and salad in a backyard, and while this is also common in Hong Kong it comes nowhere near the popularity of Chinese barbecue. Known as siu mei, restaurants serving these barbecued meats -- they also usually serve a delicious type of steamed chicken – are your window into traditional Chinese roasts.
It is impossible to miss this cuisine in Hong Kong because after the highly-seasoned meats are roasted on spits over an open fire or in a rotisserie oven, they are hung inside the restaurant and visible from the street. You’ll see it hanging in fast-food chains, high-end restaurants and supermarkets. It is a sight – and taste -- that is ubiquitous wherever there are Chinese communities.
Xiao Long Bao is a type of steamed bun from the south region of China, especially associated with Shanghai. It is traditionally prepared in xiaolong, small bamboo steaming baskets, which give them the name. Xiaolongbao are often considered as a kind of "soup dumpling" filled with a nugget of seasoned pork and a burst of warm soup. To eat, pick up the soup dumpling by its topknot using chopsticks, and transfer to a Chinese soup spoon. Then poke a hole in the side with your chopstick and sip out the soup, and then eat the dumpling.
The Intersection of Time is one of the oldest performing arts. Its history can be traced back to the beginning of civilization. It is believed that acrobatics grew out of labour and self-defence skills, which people practice and demonstrated during their leisure time. The modern acrobatics have been evolved into a kind of performing art and became well known worldwide while performances are presented along the Silk Road. In Europe and North America, Chinese acrobatic performances always attract large audiences.
The Romantic Show of Songcheng It is the symbolic performance of Hangzhou, being performed over 2,000 times per year. Since it was created, the show has been performed more than 20,000 times, and entertained over 60 million audience. It is the theatre performance that has been performed for most times and has the largest audience number; along with the O Show in Las Vegas, and the Moulin Rouge in Paris, the three are regarded as the "Top 3 Famous Shows in the World".
Tang Dynasty Show A wonderful performance of the ancient music and dance is a must when you visit Xi’an. The show is an outstanding exponent of China’s ancient stable and prosperous society, keeping alive its splendid culture and providing an insight into the peaceful life style of Tang period.