Including return international flights and all transfers within China, all accommodation, extensive sightseeing and more.
Heritage, history and delicious local cuisine are all on the cards with this 10 day Incredible China tour.
Explore the sights of Beijing, taking in the mystery of the Forbidden City and the sheer scale and size of Tiananmen Square. Walk along a section of the Great Wall of China and make stop offs at jade exhibitions and working silk-spinning mills, and discover the history of traditional Chinese medicine. Tour the Summer Palace in Suzhou, before heading to the town of Wuxi.
Visit the Dragon Well Tea Plantation in Hangzhou and immerse yourself in the buzz and bright lights of Shanghai. Explore the winding streets of some of China’s biggest cities and become hooked on the delicious flavours of authentic Chinese cuisine.
Day 1: Australia – 
– Beijing
Fly to Beijing. On arrival, you will be met by your guide and be transferred to your hotel.
Note: Some flights may depart the night before.
Day 2: Beijing (B)
After breakfast, visit Tiananmen Square in the centre of Beijing. The square is named after the Tiananmen (Gate of Heavenly Peace) located to its north, which provides entry to the famed Forbidden City. The square contains the Monument to the People’s Heroes, Great Hall of the People, National Museum of China, and the Mausoleum of Chairman Mao Zedong.
Optional: Forbidden City Tour
Discover the former seat of the emperors throughout the Ming and Qing dynasties. A true architectural masterpiece, it is home to the fascinating National Palace Museum. Additional costs applies.
Optional: Peking Duck lunch
Indulge in Beijing’s most famous dish. Additional costs applies.
Optional: Authentic Beijing Tour
Spend the afternoon exploring the sights of Beijing. See the Temple of Heaven, a recognised world heritage site by UNESCO. An architectural masterpiece, the monument was built between 1406 and 1460 AD and was used by China’s emperors for ceremonies honouring the god of harvests. Take a rickshaw tour of Beijing’s ancient Hutong neighbourhoods, and visit a local family. Indulge in a traditional Beijing Noodle dish – Zhajiangmian (fried bean sauce noodles) meal at a local restaurant. A speciality of Beijing, zhajiangmian is cooked by mixing noodles with vegetables and fried soybean sauce. Additional costs applies.
Day 3: Beijing (B, L)
Today’s highlight is an excursion to the majestic Great Wall, one of the Seven Wonders of the World! You’ll have the chance to climb a portion of this 6,000km marvel at Juyong Pass. Then its on wards to tour the iconic Beijing 2008 Olympic Centre, which includes the famous Bird’s Nest and Water Cube stadiums. You’ll see these magnificent structures from the outside, providing the perfect photo opportunity. You’ll visit one of the largest jade exhibitions in Asia en route, and after lunch, see skilled artisans work at a cloisonné factory.
Optional: Musical Performance
Tonight, see a performance of either the Golden Mask Dynasty Show. Additional cost applies.
Day 4: Beijing – Suzhou (B)
Start your tour of the Summer Palace, a former royal retreat and now a lovely oasis within the city of Beijing. Visit a Chinese herbal institute to learn about traditional Chinese medicine. Take a high-speed train from Beijing to Suzhou. Alternatively, the group may fly to Shanghai and travel the short distance to Suzhou by bus.
Day 5: Suzhou – Wuxi (B, L)
Suzhou is known as ‘the Venice of the East’ and is famous for its exquisite canals, bridges, pagodas, and beautiful gardens. After breakfast, tour the Lingering Garden, a classic private garden with 500 years of history. Next, visit the Suzhou Silk Factory, the largest silk factory in the country, and discover the mysterious process of making silk. In the late afternoon, continue to Wuxi and visit Three Kingdoms City, a renowned film and TV studio. Covering an area of about 35 hectares, the Three Kingdoms City features structures built in the Han Dynasty style.
Optional: Grand Canal Cruise
Enjoy a cruise along Suzhou’s Grand Canal after lunch. Additional cost applies.
Day 6: Wuxi – Hangzhou (B, L)
This morning tour the brilliant Lake Lihu, followed by a visit to a fresh water pearl exhibition. Continue to Hangzhou, described by Marco Polo as “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world”.
Optional: Boat Ride at West Lake
See Hangzhou’s most famous natural feature up close with a boat ride on West Lake. Additional cost applies.
Optional: Evening Performance
See the story of West Lake come alive before your eyes, with an evening show of In the evening ‘Enduring Memories of Hangzhou.’
Day 7: Hangzhou – Shanghai (B, L)
Today we visit the Dragon Well Tea Plantation. After lunch drive to Shanghai. The Bund, on the Huangpu River and lined by historical architecture of European design, is the best place to capture the Western influences of the colonial era. Then visit the City God Temple Bazaar, which is composed of speciality stores selling traditional Chinese arts and crafts, medicine, and souvenirs.
Optional: Chinese Acrobatic Show
Catch a performance of the thrilling SPIRAL-Shanghai Acrobatic show. Additional cost applies.
Day 8: Shanghai (B, L)
In the morning, tour Shanghai Museum, and see ancient Chinese art, furniture and jade, followed by a visit to an Emerald Exhibition Centre. You’ll visit the Jin Mao Tower Observation Deck on the 88th floor, for a panoramic view of the Huangpu River and the Bund. Xintiandi (New Heaven and Earth) holds the historical and cultural legacy of the city. It was the site of the first congress of the Communist Party of China, but is now the most expensive place to live in China.
Optional: Half-day tour of Jin Mao Tower and Xintiandi. Additional costs applies.
Optional: Huangpu River Cruise
Cruise along the Huangpu River to appreciate the sights and skyline of Shanghai from a watery vantage point. Additional cost applies.
Day 9: Shanghai – – Australia (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Shanghai airport to board your flight to Australia.
Day 10: Australia
Arrive home today.
To book your Tour:
How to book:
Tour Excludes:
Documentation:
The mode of transport (high-speed bullet train or a domestic flight) from Beijing – Suzhou will be confirmed and advised together with the final documentation within 2 weeks prior to departure. A preliminary itinerary will be sent you prior to this time to ensure that you can arrange your Visas (where required) in a timely manner.
Single Supplement:
$550 per person in addition to the twin share price.
Payable directly to the Travel Partner upon confirming your booking.
Group Size: 20 – 48 people
Triple Share: Not available
Optional Activities:
Forbidden City tour – $85 per person
Authentic Old Beijing Tour with Temple of Heaven, Hutong Tour and Dinner – $115 per person
Peking Duck lunch – $50 per person
The Golden Mask Dynasty Show – $75 per person
Picturesque Grand Canal Cruise – $45 per person
Boat ride in the serene West Lake – $55 per person
Performance show “Enduring Memories of Hangzhou” – $95 per person from Feb – Oct only
Shanghai Acrobatic Show – “SPIRAL” – $85 per person
Half day tour to Jin Mao Tower and Xintiandi – $85 per person
Huangpu River Cruise – $75 per person
All optional tours are subject to availability and minimum numbers must be pre-booked no later than 2 months before departure and payable directly upon booking to our Travel Partner.
Coach transportation: Where group sizes are not sufficient to use a full-sized coach, we reserve the right to use a smaller coach on the same level of comfort.
Train transportation: Passport details are also required to issue train tickets.
Land Only: Not available.
Accommodation:
The accommodation listed below may be subject to change but will remain of a similar or higher standard. Any changes remain beyond our control and all efforts are made to communicate these as soon as possible. We endeavour to always book non-smoking rooms however these cannot be guaranteed.
Beijing: Chunhuiyuan Hot Spring Resort or similar
Suzhou: Holiday Inn Express Suzhou Taihu Lake or similar
Wuxi: Holiday Inn Express Wuxi Taihu New City or similar
Shanghai: Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pujiang or similar
Hangzhou: Meiziqing Hotel Hangzhou or similar
Please note: all star ratings are local ratings
Pre and post tour hotel accommodation:
If you wish to extend your trip and add additional nights of accommodation, from $75 per person per night surcharge applies for twin share (subject to availability). From $150 per person for this single room.
Child Price: Same price as adults – Minimum age 2 years. Infants under 2 years of age $350 per person, payable direct to our Travel Partner.
Itinerary: Adjustment of the itinerary and substitutes of similar quality might be required to ensure smooth operations. Passengers must remain with the group at all times. Several shopping stops are included as cultural learning experiences with no obligation to purchase local speciality products. The 2020 itinerary is subject to change. There will be minor adjustments to the 2020 itinerary.
Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend that all customers purchase Travel Insurance as soon as they make a purchase on our website. Help cover yourself for the unexpected with Webjet Travel Insurance, we highly recommend it. Click here for a quote.
Visas: Visas are not included. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they meet the visa requirements for the country they are visiting. Webjet Exclusives is unable to provide visa advice.
2019:
08 May
15 May
07 Aug
21 Aug
04 Sep
11 Sep
23 Oct
06 Nov
2020:
2 March
9 March
16 March
23 March
30 March*
6 April*
13 April
20 April
4 May
11 May
18 May
25 May
1 June
8 June
15 June
22 June*
29 June**
6 July*
20 July
27 July
3 August
10 August
17 August
24 August
31 August
7 September
14 September
21 September**
12 October
19 October
26 October
2 November
9 November
*A $300 per person surcharge applies please see the availability calendar for more details
**A $400 per person surcharge applies please see the availability calendar for more details
**Nexus booking link must be submitted within one week of purchase otherwise departure date cannot be guaranteed**
Bookings not accepted when within 35 days of departure
Airline:
Flights:
Schedule Changes:
Arriving early/Extending your trip:
If you wish to extend your trip, from $250 per person breakaway charge will apply (subject to availability and applicable fare difference). If you wish to alter or extend your trip, please purchase your voucher first and submit a request on your booking form. You will then be provided with the quotations for any alternations or extensions. Should you wish to proceed any additional charges will be collected.
Please note, if you wish to extend your stay the airport transfers ( if applicable) will not be provided.
Airline upgrade:
If you wish to upgrade your airline to Cathay Pacific, Qantas or Singapore Airlines, a $350 per person surcharge will apply (subject to availability and applicable fare difference). If you wish to upgrade your airline, please purchase your voucher first and submit a request on your booking form. You will then be provided with the quotations for any alternations or extensions. Should you wish to proceed any additional charges will be collected.
