Ancient China Panorama Tour

12 Day Travel in China - Beijing l Datong l Pingyao l Xi’an l Luoyang l Shaolin

Travel through the most important ancient capitals in China’s history, where you can take in the spiritual side of China. From the Great Wall in Beijing to the unforgettable Hanging Monastery in Datong, wander the delightful Pingyao Ancient City. Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an, visit the spectacle of The Longmen Caves in Luoyang and finally experience China’s famous Kung Fu martial art at its birthplace of Shaolin Temple.

Trip review from our customer:
“I was a little nervous about travelling to China initially but having travelled with Selective Tours, I would now have no qualms about going back. Everywhere we visited was amazing – especially the Yungang caves and the hanging monastery in Datong, the Qiao family house in Pingyao ancient town, Terracotta Warriors in Xian and our guide was very helpful and understanding with wonderful historic information. With the pre-tour organisation, our amazing tour guides and manager, we feel very secure in everything you do.” Ann and Graham Brown

Day 1 - 2 Beijing
Arriving in Beijing, transfer to your hotel. Visit the Temple of Heaven, where local people practise Tai Chi, calligraphy and singing. Leisurely walk through Tiananmen Square to the Forbidden City and enjoy the panoramic view from Jingshan Hill. Sample the famous Peking duck dinner and marvel at a fantastic Kung Fu show, featuring a fusion of modern musical with Chinese traditional martial arts! Simply mesmerising! (1B/1D)

Day 3 - 4 Beijing
Walk the Great Wall at Mutianyu section, take aone way cable car up to one of the watchtowers and then make your own way down. En route visit a Cloisonné workshop to see ancient craftmanship. The next day, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the zigzag alleyways called Hutong to catch a glimpse into local Chinese life. Visit the Summer Palace, and relax on a dragon boat across Kunming Lake. (2B/1D)

Day 5 - 6 Datong
Take a short flight to the ancient city of Datong, visit the Yungang Caves to see amazing Buddhist craftsmanship and China’s oldest and largest glazed Nine-Dragon Screen Wall where marvellous reliefs of coloured dragons, Sample a local specialty dinner. The next morning visit the 1,500-year-old Hanging Monastery which was built along the natural contours of the cliff. It is truly an aweinspiring feat of ancient engineering. Private transfer to the charming walled town of Pingyao. (2B/1D)

Day 7 Pingyao
Find yourself flung back in time as you behold the imperial Chinese fortress, watchtowers, intimidating wooden gates and sturdy walls. Stroll from Ming Street to the ancient city tower, Armed Escort Company Museum and the Temple of the City God. Visit Qiao Family Courtyard House, where the movie “Raise the Red Lantern” was filmed. Sample a local specialty dinner before an overnight soft sleeper train to Xi’an. (B/D)

Day 8 - 9 Xian
Arrive in Xi’an, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a stroll (or even a bike ride!) on the original City Wall and explore the Old Muslim Quarter and Old Mosque. Enjoy the local specialty dumpling dinner before the fabulous Tang Dynasty culture show. The next day, visit the historically significant and the amazing Terracotta Warriors - where 7000 individually crafted clay soldiers stand on guard. Learn how to make these warriors at a workshop. See intricately carved murals and feel the Buddhists chanting at Big Wild Goose Pagoda before a high speed train ride to the ancient capital city of Luoyang. (2B/1D)

Day 10 - 12 Luoyang / Shaolin
Visit the spectacular World Heritage listed Longmen Grottoes, over 100,000 Buddhas carved into limestone rocks. Wander through the narrow streets and laneways of Luoyang and see ancient houses and markets, before sampling a local specialty dinner. The next day drive to the legendary Shaolin Temple, which is the birthplace of China’s famous martial arts – KungFu. Witness thousands of monks and students practising Kung Fu and watch a Kung Fu demonstration by some of the most gifted students. Transfer back to Luoyang. Tour ends with a transfer to the airport on Day 12. (3B/1D)

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Trip Grading: Easy to Moderate
Suitable for travellers with an average level of fitness and good mobility. A fair amount of walking, climbing stairs, some long distance driving and high altitude are expected.

Pricing:

* Standard package price from $2346p.p.

* Superior package price from $2543p.p.

* Deluxe package price on request.

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Inclusions:

• 10 nights selected hotel accommodation

• 1 domestic flight, 1 night soft sleeper train and 1 day time train

• Professional English speaking guides

• Arrival/departure meeting and assistance

• All transfers by air-conditioned vehicles

• Listed meals: B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner

• Sightseeing, entrance fees and evening shows

Exclusions:

• International airfare

• Travel insurance

• Chinese Visa

• Personal expenses and Tips