ENTER THE GREAT WITHIN

Day 1 – Arrive Beijing: Welcome to China! After immigration and customs, you will be greeted by your English-speaking guide in the arrival hall and transferred by private vehicle to The Peninsula Beijing, your home for three nights.

The remainder of the day is at leisure.

The Peninsula Beijing

Day 2 – Beijing: Begin at the Temple of Heaven, followed by a private one-hour Tai Chi lesson.

After time at Hongqiao Market and lunch at a local restaurant, enter the Forbidden City with fast-track access. Known as “the Great Within”, this palace controlled an empire during China’s Ming and Qing dynasties.

This evening is at leisure.

Day 3 – Beijing: Journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall with a VIP pass, travelling by cable car, with the option to descend by toboggan. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near the wall.

In the afternoon, discover old Beijing on a Hutong walking tour. This evening is at leisure.

Day 4 – Beijing to Xian: Fly from Beijing to Xian on Air China flight CA1209 (10:00 – 12:15).

On arrival, your guide will take you to the Muslim Quarter and the Great Mosque before check-in at The Ritz-Carlton, Xian for two nights. This evening is at leisure.

Day 5 – Xian: Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum and meet with a museum specialist. Buried underground for more than 2,000 years, the warriors are one of the world’s most famous man-made wonders.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the City Wall. This evening is at leisure.

Day 6 – Xian to Chengdu: Travel by train from Xian North to Chengdu East (D1973, 08:55 – 12:56). Your guide will meet you on the platform.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit People’s Park and Jinli Street before check-in at The Ritz-Carlton, Chengdu for two nights. This evening is at leisure.

Day 7 – Chengdu: Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to learn about the rare and beloved giant panda, China’s national mascot.

Continue to Dufu’s Cottage and Kuanzhai Alley, with lunch at a local restaurant.

This evening, enjoy a Face Changing performance, with round-trip transfers provided.

Day 8 – Chengdu to Shanghai: Fly from Chengdu to Shanghai on China Eastern flight MU6187 (10:15 – 12:45).

After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the Yu Gardens, the Old Town and The Bund before check-in at the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund for three nights. This evening is at leisure.

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund

Day 9 – Shanghai: Discover the “Oriental Paris” of the East, a vibrant city rich in historical landmarks and modern skylines. Visit Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum East and the Former French Concession, with lunch at a local restaurant.

This evening, enjoy the acrobatics show ERA (19:30 – 21:00), with round-trip private transfers.

Day 10 – Shanghai: Visit Zhujiajiao Ancient Canal Town, followed by lunch at a local restaurant and a stop at HKRI Taikoo Hui.

The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Day 11 – Depart Shanghai: At the designated time, transfer by private vehicle to Pudong International Airport for your onward flight.

Email travel@admiraltravel.com to reserve your space on this unique journey today!

$9,975 per person based on double occupancy.

Includes:

• Accommodation with daily breakfast, as specified
• Private transfers and sightseeing with an English-speaking local guide and driver in each city
• Economy class flights from Beijing to Xian and Chengdu to Shanghai
• Train from Xian to Chengdu
• Entrance fees while sightseeing
• Bottled water during sightseeing and transfers

Excludes:

• International flights
• Meals, flights, sightseeing and transfers other than specified
• Gratuities to local guides and drivers
• Travel insurance (recommended)
• Visas
• Porterage and excess baggage charges

PLEASE NOTE:

• All rates are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking.
• Flight and train times are subject to change.
• The Forbidden City, Yu Gardens and the ERA show are closed on Mondays. Shanghai Museum East is closed on Tuesdays.
• Tipping is customary in China. A recommended tipping guide is available upon request.
• Clients are responsible for checking entry requirements and obtaining their own visa if required.