Amazing China

Tour Highlights

• Journey through the cultural heart of China, discovering the timeless elegance of Beijing, the poetic beauty of Hangzhou, the classical grace of Suzhou, the lakeside serenity of Wuxi, and the vibrant energy of Shanghai
• Stand upon historic Tiananmen Square, where centuries of history have shaped the nation's destiny
• Step back into imperial time at the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City or the tranquil Temple of Heaven (subject to availability)
• Fulfil a lifelong dream as you walk along the legendary Great Wall, winding majestically across mountains and valleys
• Savour a celebrated Peking Duck lunch, a culinary ritual synonymous with Beijing's rich dining heritage
• Glide gently across the mirror-like waters of West Lake, where willow-lined shores and misty islands have inspired poets for centuries
• Wander through Lihu Park, a peaceful lakeside retreat where nature and calm take centre stage
• Delve into China's past at the Shanghai History Museum, tracing the city's transformation through time

Itinerary at a Glance

1. Day 1: Australia (or New Zealand) – Beijing, China — Today you'll depart Australia (or New Zealand) for Beijing, China. Upon arrival, a tour representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
2. Day 2: Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City (or Temple of Heaven) — After breakfast this morning, you'll visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest and most symbolic public squares in the world. Vast and awe-inspiring, it feels like the very heartbeat of the nation, w
3. Day 3: Great Wall of China — After breakfast, the day begins with a journey into one of China's most treasured symbols — jade. At a jade museum, you'll learn about the history of this sacred stone and watch skilled artisans patie
4. Day 4: Beijing – Shanghai – Suzhou — After breakfast, step into the quiet wisdom of a traditional Chinese health centre, where you'll be introduced to the gentle philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine—from the balance of acupuncture
5. Day 5: Suzhou – Wuxi — Today, journey into the timeless elegance of Suzhou, a city whose history stretches back to 514 BC and whose gentle waterways have earned it the poetic title of the 'Venice of the East.' Stroll throug
6. Day 6: Wuxi – Hangzhou — This morning, step into the luminous world of freshwater pearls with a visit to a Pearl Factory, gaining insight into China's extraordinary craftsmanship and manufacturing heritage. From the gentle cu
7. Day 7: Hangzhou – Shanghai — Often praised as one of China's true tea capitals, Hangzhou reveals its soul through the quiet ritual of tea. Visit Meijiawu Tea Village, nestled deep within the green hinterland of West Lake Park—one
8. Day 8: Shanghai History Museum & Half-Day Afternoon Tour — This morning, step gently back in time at the Shanghai History Museum, where the story of the city unfolds with elegance and depth. As one of Shanghai's landmark museums, it offers a beautifully curat
9. Day 9: Shanghai – Australia (or New Zealand) — Today you will transfer to Shanghai Airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand). Standard check-out time is 12:00, luggage storage is available at the front desk for those with l
10. Day 10: Arrive Australia (or New Zealand) — Welcome home after an unforgettable journey through China's timeless soul.

What's Included

• Return international full-service flights (economy class)
• 1 internal flight from Beijing to Shanghai (or high-speed train, subject to availability)
• 8 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation
• Beijing: Ramada Beijing North or similar
• Suzhou: Snowy Sea Hotel or similar
• Wuxi: Mingdu Hotel or similar
• Hangzhou: Fubang International Hotel or similar
• Shanghai: Courtyard by Marriott Jiading or similar
• Daily breakfast
• 1 Peking Duck lunch
• 1 home-cooked Hutong dinner
• Private air-conditioned vehicles
• Internal flight or high-speed train (Beijing to Shanghai)
• Return airport transfers