10D Splendid China by Rail
From: NZD5392 pp
This 10-day bullet train tour covers most charming cities in China, including Beijing, Xi’an, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Shanghai. High-speed bullet train will make this journey an unforgettable experience to you.
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Day 1
Beijing
Day 1
Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, upon arrival, transfer to Hotel.
Day 2
Beijing (B/L)
Day 2
Beijing (B/L)
Full day tour visiting the Tiananmen Square, which is located at the centre of Beijing City. Later drive to the Forbidden City, it was off-limits to commoners for 500 years and was the Imperial residence of the Ming and Qing Emperors and Temple of Heaven.
Day 3
Beijing (B/L)
Day 3
Beijing (B/L)
Visit The Great Wall, one of the most spectacular structures ever built by humans and is the only one visible from space, then visit The Summer Palace, the largest imperial garden in the world, around the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake.
Day 4
Beijing-Xian (B)
Day 4
Beijing-Xian (B)
Bullet train from Beijing to Xi’an and transfer to the Hotel. Afternoon visit City Wall, Xian Museum and Muslim neighbourhood.
Day 5
Xian (B/L)
Day 5
Xian (B/L)
A full-day tour to the Museum of Terracotta Warriors, which remains stunningly well preserved,more than 6000 life-sized terra cotta warriors, archers, infantrymen, horses, and bronze chariots have silently guarded the tomb of China's First Emperor for over 2,200 years.Later visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda a seven-story Pagoda, the landmark of Tang Dynasty.
Day 6
Xian-Hangzhou (B/L)
Day 6
Xian-Hangzhou (B/L)
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanzhou. Afternoon tour the Hefang Street and Hu Xueyan’s Former Residence.
Day 7
Hangzhou – Suzhou (B/L)
Day 7
Hangzhou – Suzhou (B/L)
Morning tour of Hangzhou visiting the West Lake, famous for its natural beauty and historic relics. Take a short cruise on the West Lake. Then visit Six Harmonies Pagoda and Meijiawu Tea Village.Transfer to the train station to catch the train to Suzhou.
Day 8
Suzhou – Shanghai (B/L)
Day 8
Suzhou – Shanghai (B/L)
Morning tour of Suzhou visiting the Garden of Master of Nets and later visit the Silk spinning factory. Transfer to the train station to catch the train to Shanghai.
Day 9
Shanghai (B/L)
Day 9
Shanghai (B/L)
Full day tour of Shanghai.Visit Old Downtown, classical Yu Garden and the Bund. After lunch, visit the Shanghai Museum showcasing the finest stone sculptures, bronzeware, porcelain, calligraphic works, Chinese paintings and ancient furniture. Visit the waterfront of Bund.
Day 10
Shanghai (B)
Day 10
Shanghai (B)
Transfer to the airport
Prices quoted are valid till 30 September 2026. Cost above is indicative, based on Low Season in NZ Dollars and subject to change due to fluctuation in exchange rates. Please read T&C before booking. Call 09 410 5060 or 0508 EXOTIC (0508 396 842) or email info@exoticholidays.co.nz for more information.
