11 days Post Olympic Tour
- Trip Highlights: After the 2008 Beijing Olympics, China has become one of the hottest tour destinations in the world. China Odyssey Tours specially designed a 11-day Post Olympic Tour for visitors who not only want to see the famous sites like Great Wall, The Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Warriors, but also want to visit the Olympics' Venues, the National Stadium (Bird's Nest) and National Aquatics Center (Water Cube) in Beijing, and Olympic Sailing Center in Qingdao.
- Tour Route: Beijing (China's Capital)
Qingdao (Exciting Seaside City)Xian (Home of the Terracotta Warriors)Shanghai (Cosmopolitan Metropolis)Suzhou (Classical Gardens)Shanghai (Cosmopolitan Metropolis)
- Tour Code: COT-P-116
- Dates: No fixed departure dates. You may go whenever you wish.
- Starts/Ends: Beijing/Shanghai
- Trip Type: Special-themed Tours
- Activity Level: Regular itinerary, Moderate walking, Easy cycling
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
- Special Experiences:
- Visit the modern architectural masterpieces in the Olympic Green the site of thirteen Olympic venues including the "Bird Nest" and the "Water Cube".
- Claim the title of "real hero" by hiking up the Great Wall, one of the most awe-inspiring man-made projects in the world.
- Marvel at the life-size Terracotta Warriors, 8000-strong underground army guarding the First Emperor's mausoleum for more than 22 centuries.
- Discover how elegant embroideries are magically transformed from small cocoons in a silk factory
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Beijing
Transfer via: International Flight arranged by you
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel 
Upon arriving at the Beijing airport, your local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out into this amazing metropolis for an adventure on your own.
Day 2 Beijing (B,L)
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel
Sites visited: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Longing Pearl Store
On this day you will visit Tiananmen Square, and the magnificent Forbidden City. In the afternoon, you will marvel at the spectacular Temple of Heaven and Pearl Store.
The amazing Forbidden City has attracted world's attention since the Olympic Game.
Temple of Heaven - the most sacredest place where China's emperor praying for a good harvest.
Day 3 Beijing (B,L)
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel
Sites visited: Great Wall, Sacred Road
You will visit to the magnificent Great Wall (Badaling section) and Sacred road.
Day 4 Beijing / Qingdao (B,L)
Transfer via: Internal Flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Dongfang hotel
Sites visited: Olympic Green, Beijing National Aquatics Center, Beijing National Stadium, Beijing Olympic Village
After breakfast, you will visit the Olympic Green which is the heart of 2008 Olympic Games and the site of thirteen venues. You will have a chance to visit the stunning Olympic Stadium- Bird's Nest, National Swim Center- Water Cube and the Olympic Village before your forward flight to your next destination-Qingdao. Arrive at Qingdao, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
The marvelous Beijing National Stadium is designed for the use of the Summer Olympic Game.
The spacious Beijing Olympic Village housed more than 16,ooo athletes from over 200 countries.
Day 5 Qingdao (B,L)
Accommodations: Dongfang hotel
Sites visited: Mt. Laoshan
Enjoy a tour to Mt. Laoshan to visit Taiqing gong, Sanguandian, Shanhai wonders. Return to Qingdao later of afternoon.
Day 6 Qingdao / Xian (B,L)
Transfer via: Internal Flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel
Sites visited: Olympic Sailing center, Zhanqiao Pier
Today you will visit the Zhanqiao Pier and Olympic Sailing center in Qingdao before your forward flight to Xian.Upon arriving in Xian, your local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax, or step out to discover what this amazing city has to offer.
The amazing mountainous scenery of the Mt-Laoshan.
The exciting olympic Sailing Center is a must see sight for the outdoor sports enthusiasts.
Day 7 Xian (B,L)
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel
Sites visited: Ancient City Walls, Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Jade Gallery
You will visit the incredible life-size Terracotta Warriors in the morning. After lunch, you will cycle along the top of Xian's ancient City Walls (1-2 hours) and then Jade Gallery.
Day 8 Xian / Shanghai (B,L)
Transfer via: Internal Flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Shanghai -Downtown
Sites visited: Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Hanyang Tombs
After breakfast, you will tour Hanyang Tomb and Big Wild Goose Pagoda before your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to Shanghai.Upon your arrival at Shanghai, China's most cosmopolitan city, your personal guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax, or step out into this amazing city for an adventure on your own.
The life-size Terracotta army are China's first emperor's underground guardians afterlife.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda - one of the well preserved ancient pagoda in China.
Day 9 Shanghai (B,L)
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Shanghai -Downtown
Sites visited: The Bund, Nanjing Road, Jinmao Tower, Jiangnan Silk Workshop
Unique Cultural Performance: Acrobatic Show
After breakfast, you will visit the Shanghai Museum, where you will spend 2 or more hours marveling at its collections. Later, you will walk down the Bund along the Huangpu River and visit Nanjing Road,Silk Workshop and then get a bird's eye view of Shanghai from the Jinmao Tower. In the evening you will witness an exciting Acrobatic Show tonight.
Day 10 Shanghai / Suzhou / Shanghai (B,L)
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Shanghai -Downtown
Sites visited: Lingering Garden, Pan Gate, The Grand Canal, The No.1 Silk Factory
On this morning you will be driven to Suzhou (about 1.5 hours drive). You will arrive in Suzhou in the late morning with your local Shanghai guide and personal driver. Your tour in Suzhou includes: the quiet Lingering Garden and the Pan Gate. Enjoy the gentle breeze while cruise on the Grand Canal. Later visit the No.1 Silk Factory to learn how the pure silk products are made from a small cocoon. You will be driven back to Shanghai after your tour of Suzhou.
The extraordinary Pan Gate is the only land and water gate in China.
The No. 1 Silk Factory - an ideal place to buy the beautiful and inexpensive silk.
Day 11 Shanghai / Departure (B)
Transfer via: International Flight arranged by you
You will be free until your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to your next destination.
Price & Included Features
- China domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- A. Entrance fees of the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
- B.19 meals: 10 full breakfasts, 9 lunches and 0 dinnersExceptions: If the western breakfast is not available in some of the hotels, breakfast would be either Chinese breakfast or Chinese and western breakfast.
- C. Hotel: for 10 nights at four star hotels in comfortable twin-bedded rooms with a private bath, air-conditioning, television, telephone and minibar. Hotel Based on two persons sharing one room with twin beds or a king size bed; all hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast; please note double bed room is on request basis which is subject to Hotel's availability and re-confirmation upon check-in.*Service, room facilities and breakfast might be not up to standard in some remote areas.
- 1 unique cultural performance-- Acrobatic Show
- D.Transportation:Flights as listed in the itinerary (airport tax and fuel fee included), economy class. Train as listed in the itinerary.
- E. Sightseeing: As outlined in the Itinerary will be escorted with English-speaking guide; Service of local guide and van is for a maximum of 8 hours during the full day individual tour packages.*Please note that our English-speaking guide and driver provided for you in each city or area will not fly with you from one city to another.
- F. Private Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in each city or area by private air-conditioned vehicle with driver and English-speaking guide as listed in the itinerary.
- G. Service Charge (the planning, handling, operational and communication charges) & Government Taxes.
- H. Luggage Transfers between airports, trains and hotels.
Accommodation
Beijing - Jianguo Garden Hotel
A Four-Star International Hotel, Jianguo Garden Hotel is located in the heart of Beijing. It is located on bustling Chang'an Street, located near the well-known Shopping street of Wangfujing and just a few minute's drive to historical Tourist attractions such as Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
Dongfang Hotel has the 4-star rating and is approved by the government to provide accommodation services to overseas tourists. The hotel is located in the downtown of Qingdao noted for coastal scenery,well-protected environment,mild climatic conditions and fantastic architectures of Chinese and Western styles.
The Grand New World Hotel in Xian is rated as one of the outstanding 4 Star Hotels in Xian in China. The hotel offers a host of amenities and facilities. It stands out among the other 4 star hotels due to its superior deliverance in customer satisfaction.
Shanghai - Holiday Inn Shanghai -Downtown
The Four-star Holiday Inn Shanghai is strategically located with easy accessibility to shopping and tourist attractions. Combining a central location with excellent service and facilities, the Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai is an ideal choice for visitors to Shanghai.
Meals
Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary. Meal codes are: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner.
Breakfast - Each breakfast will be served in your hotel. Breakfast selections include both Chinese and Western dishes to meet every diner's taste.
Lunch - Lunches are normally arranged at the Chinese restaurants near the scenic spots. Your tour guides will order food according to your appetite. Most are Chinese dishes, and some are modified to fit westerners' tastes. A complimentary glass of beer or soft drink is served with lunch.
Dinner - Same as lunch. If you prefer to not eat Chinese food, China Odyssey Tours suggests you have dinner on your own. Your local tour guide can recommend some good western restaurants in the area.
Transfer and Transport Service
China Odyssey Tours has received wide recognition for its transfer service. With our on-time service, you will never feel alone while traveling through China. We work hard to live up to the slogan's promise "You are not alone in China".
With our private small group tours, you can feel safe in the knowledge that you will enjoy flexible tour arrangements and you will have your own tour guide, car and driver in each destination, exclusive to your own group of friends or family.
