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China and Hong Kong Discovery

A 14 days journey of discovery incorporating the highlights of China and the exciting city of Hong Kong.

Tour Itinerery

Day 1: UK - Beijing

Our adventure begins as we board our flight at London Heathrow to Beijing. (regional departure available).

Day 2: Beijing

Morning arrival in Beijing. You will be greeted by Oriental's Tour Manager. Take the time to relax and settle in our deluxe class hotel. Later in the afternoon, a short drive takes us to the sacred Temple of Heaven, a place of solitude, contemplation and where once the emperor's spoke in hushed whispers to the gods in heaven to pray for continuing prosperity & good harvests.
Accommodation (deluxe class): 5* Radegast Hotel

Day 3: Beijing

Our days begins with a walk through Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, before retracing the steps of the great emperors of China and wander amongst the imperial splendour of the Forbidden City. This afternoon you will take a leisurely ride along the old city's historic alleyways (Hutong) in a ped-rickshaw.

Day 4: Beijing

An exciting day awaits you as we head to the Great Wall (Mutianyu Section) where you will have plenty of time to climb up to the top of this magnificent structure. Unforgettable views, a glass of bubbly and when the weather is good, a lovely picnic lunch will go to make this a day to remember!
Stop by a Cloisonne Workshop on our way back to city. The rest of afternoon is at leisure enabling you to organise your own activites. Your tour manager will be on hand to assist you and make suggestions.

Day 5: Beijing - Xian

You can't help being impressed with the majestic and beautifully landscaped Summer Palace, an extensive assembly of temples, pavilions and halls nestling on the banks of Kunming lake and re-built for Empress Dowager Cixi just before the time of the "last Emperor". We then move onto the Bird Nest Stadium where the Beijing Olympics Opening Ceremony took place and the adjacent Water Cube Stadium.
Later this afternoon, fly to Xian. Dinner tonight will be a wonderful banquet dinner show.
Accommodation (deluxe class): 5* Howard Johnson Ginwa Plaza

Day 6: Xian

This morning, journey out to the World Heritage Site of the Terracotta Warriors. Here you will have plenty of time to personally inspect the eternal guard of the First Emperor. We will also stop at a workshop to view the production of Terracotta figurines by local craftsmen and perhaps purchase a 6 ft replica warrior for you garden or home!
After lunch and a chance to sample local specialty of "hand-pulled noodles", we find ourselves admiring the beautifully preserved Big Wild Goose Pagoda with its reverberating chant of Buddhist mantra.

Day 7: Xian - Yichang

We spend a leisurely morning strolling along the massive Ancient City Walls and South Gate before visiting the 14th-century built Drum Tower. Later today we take a short flight to Yichang where we embark on a 4 nights cruising journey on the mightly Yangtze River.

Day 8-10: Three Gorges & Yangtze River Cruising

It is hard to describe the joy of waking up each morning to what seems like an endless procession of magnificent views slowly unfolding before you. Highlights include Fengdu's Ghost City "entrance to the underworld" and the "Lesser Gorges" whose towering walls of rock seem impenetrable and whose beauty is inspirational. In fact the final section of this clear water tributary is so secluded that it can only be reached by Sampan!
Accommodation (deluxe class): 5* Victoria Cruises (cabin with private balcony)

Day 11: Chongqing - Hong Kong

We disembark our cruiser this morning. There will be an excursion to Panda House to see the giant pandas in play before catching our flight to Shenzhen. Coach to downtown Hong Kong. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Accommodation (superior class): 4*+ Harbour Plaza Metropolis or L' Hotel Causeway Bay

Day 12: Hong Kong

Today we have included a half day coach tour to take in the major sights of this exciting city, including a Tram Ride to the Peak, Man Mo Temple, Repulse Bay and the Stanley Flea Market.

Day 13: Hong Kong

Day free at leisure.

Day 14: Hong Kong

At leisure. Take the airport shuttle bus or taxi to airport for your flight home. Arrival the UK later in the day.
Note: some flights arrive UK on the morning of Day 15

Tour Price includes:

• Escorted tour program as mentioned including domestic flights, land transportation, sightseeing entrance fee
• Return international flights
• 8 nights hotel accommodation as listed above
• 4 nights 5-star Victoria Cruise (private balcony cabin) including all shore excursion fee
• Daily buffet breakfast and most lunches & dinners - 9 breakfast, 8 lunch/refreshment, 6 dinner (room only basis in Hong Kong)

Tour Price exclude:

- Chinese visa fee (we can arrange this for you)
- Travel insurance (we can arrange this for you)
- Gratuities to tour manager/guide

Dates	Price (per person)	Availability
April 23	£1,985	Booked out
May 28	£1,985	Good	Book
August 6	£2,085	Low	Book
September 6	£2,045	Good	Book
October 13	£2,045	Good	Book