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6-Day Classical China end Xian from Shanghai

Our Price: from
US$1220
￥8277
€1066
C$1727
Rs.116313
(Price shown is based on the lowest price per person over the next 60 days) Duration: 6 days Language: English; Spanish

Itinerary

Day 1:Shanghai

Hotel: Deluxe: NOVOTEL SHANGHAI ATLANTIS
Meals: Meal: Excluded
Welcome to China! Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. We arrive in Shanghai, a cosmopolitan city of over 15 million residents, home to China's largest commercial port and its most international metropolis.
  • Shanghai, CN
    The "Paris of the East" is one of the busiest, most populated, and most influential cities in the world. It is also more than a thousand years old, dating back to the tenth century AD and the Song Dynasty.

Day 2:Shanghai

Hotel: Deluxe: NOVOTEL SHANGHAI ATLANTIS
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Included - Bufet; Dinner: Excluded
Our tour of Shanghai will take us through its most iconic sights. We'll begin in Pudong, Shanghai's modern financial district, located across the Huangpu River. This area is home to towering skyscrapers, including the iconic Pearl Tower.We'll then take a scenic ferry ride across the Shanghai River, offering spectacular views of both the historic and contemporary sides of the city.Next, we'll stroll through the Old City and visit the serene Yuyuan Garden, a beautifully preserved private garden built during the Ming Dynasty. Here, we'll also experience a traditional tea ceremony, an integral part of China's rich cultural heritage.Our tour will continue through Xintiandi, one of the city's trendiest neighborhoods, known for its stylish boutiques, cafes, and vibrant atmosphere.Lunch will be included.In the afternoon, we'll explore Tianzifang, a former residential district now famous for its maze-like alleys, charming craft shops, and contemporary art galleries.We'll conclude our day with a walk along The Bund, where grand colonial-era buildings reflect the influence of European trade in Shanghai.Free afternoon. If you wish, you can enjoy a boat trip to see Shanghai at night, it will be an unforgettable experience.
  • Shanghai, CN
    The "Paris of the East" is one of the busiest, most populated, and most influential cities in the world. It is also more than a thousand years old, dating back to the tenth century AD and the Song Dynasty.

Day 3:Shanghai - Luoyang(1029 km)

Hotel: Standard: MERCURE LUOYANG Deluxe: RAMADA BY WYNDHAM DOWNTOWN
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Included - Roast Beef with mushrooms Shrimp with garlic Kung Pao Chicken Fried chicken with corn Duck roll Sweet and sour pork Aubergines Fried cauliflower Vegetable with garlic Egg cakes Fried rice Soup Fruit; Dinner: Excluded
Transfer to the train station to board a high-speed train (scheduled departure at 07:17 a.m.). In just over five hours, we'll travel 1,000 km through picturesque landscapes, passing through beautiful stretches of countryside before arriving in Luoyang.Lunch will be included.Our visit will begin at the awe-inspiring Longmen Buddhist Caves, an extraordinary complex stretching over a kilometer along the rocky cliffs of the river. Here, more than 100,000 Buddha statues and carvings have been sculpted into the stone, creating one of China's most remarkable archaeological sites. To fully appreciate the grandeur of this site, we'll also enjoy a scenic boat ride along the river.Afterward, we'll transfer to the ancient city of Luoyang, where we'll pass through its imposing walls and immerse ourselves in the lively atmosphere of its illuminated streets, filled with traditional charm and vibrant local activity.
  • Luoyang, CN

Day 4:Luoyang - Longmen - Sanmexia - Xian(410 km)

Hotel: Deluxe: DELTA BY MARRIOTT XIAN/NOVOTEL XIAN SCPG
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Included - Buffet on table; Dinner: Excluded
In the early morning, on the outskirts of Luoyang, we'll visit the White Horse Buddhist Monastery, a vast and historic center of Buddhist learning that welcomes scholars and practitioners from around the world.We'll then continue our journey to Sanmenxia, a city rich in history. Here, we'll admire the mighty Yellow River and visit the Baolun Temple, known for its striking tall pagoda. We'll also explore the renowned Guo Museum, considered one of the finest in China, where we'll see the ancient funeral carriages of the former State of Guo, offering a fascinating glimpse into the region's past.Lunch will be included.Our journey eastward will take us past the sacred Mount Hua, one of China's holiest mountains, known for its dramatic peaks and spiritual significance.By late afternoon, we'll arrive in Xian, where our day will come to an end.
  • Luoyang, CN
  • Sanmenxia, CN
    Sanmenxia, located in western Henan Province, is famous for the Sanmenxia Dam on the Yellow River. It is a city rich in ancient Chinese cultural heritage and offers stunning views of the Yellow River's natural landscape.
  • Xian, CN
    Xian, once known as Chang'an, is the capital of Shaanxi Province and a world-renowned historical and cultural city. As the eastern terminus of the Silk Road and a capital for 13 dynasties, it is famed for its well-preserved ancient city wall, the magnificent Terracotta Army, and numerous historical sites.

Day 5:Xian

Hotel: Deluxe: DELTA BY MARRIOTT XIAN/NOVOTEL XIAN SCPG
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
We have arrived in Xian, the fascinating city where the ancient Silk Road began.In the morning, we'll visit the legendary Terracotta Army, an astonishing archaeological site where thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, hidden underground for centuries, stand guard over the tomb of China's first emperor.Afterward, we'll return to Xian to visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist structure that has stood for over a thousand years.Next, we'll explore the city's historic walled center, passing through the vibrant Muslim Quarter, where we'll visit the Great Mosque. This unique site reflects the rich blend of cultures and religions that have shaped China over the centuries.Our tour also includes entrance to the Drum Tower, where we'll enjoy a short performance of traditional Chinese music played on ancient instruments.Afterward, you'll have free time to explore at your own pace.
  • Xian, CN
    Xian, once known as Chang'an, is the capital of Shaanxi Province and a world-renowned historical and cultural city. As the eastern terminus of the Silk Road and a capital for 13 dynasties, it is famed for its well-preserved ancient city wall, the magnificent Terracotta Army, and numerous historical sites.

Day 6:Xian

Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

Travel services include transportation by bus with an English-speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and hotel accommodation with breakfast buffet.
Includes arrival transfer
City tour in: Shanghai, Xian
Boat: Boat trip in Longmen grottoes
Evening transfer: Luoyang Old City
Ticket admission: Yuyuan Garden and demonstration of the Tea ceremony in Shanghai, White Horse Temple in Luoyang , The Longmen Buddhist Grottoes , Baoulon Temple, Guo Museum in Sanmexia , Terracota Army Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, mosque, show of traditional instrument playing in Drum Tower (not always guaranteed) in Xian
Ferry: Huangpu River in Shanghai
High speed train: Shanghai - Luoyang
3 Lunch included in: Shanghai, Luoyang, Sanmexia

Price Excludes

Optional items
Personal expenses

Additional Notes

Entry requirements for Passengers bound for China: It is mandatory to fill in the online Health Declaration form, within 24 hours prior arrival: https://htdecl.chinaport.gov.cn/htdeclweb/home/pages/he