11 days First-Taste-of-China Tour (Route B)
- Trip Highlights: This 11-day First-Taste-of-China Tour will take you across China from the North to the South. Along the way you will visit Beijing, historic Xian, picturesque Guilin, and the exciting metropolis of Hong Kong. This tour is recommended for first time visitors to China.
- Tour Route: Beijing (China's Capital)
Xian (Home of the Terracotta Warriors)Guilin (Li River & Yangshuo)Yangshuo (Backpackers Mecca)Longsheng (Terraced Rice Fields)Hong Kong (A Kaleidoscope of Culture)
- Tour Code: COT-B-013-A
- Dates: No fixed departure dates. You may go whenever you wish.
- Starts/Ends: Beijing/Hong Kong
- Trip Type: For First Time Visitors, Culture and History Journey
- Activity Level: Regular itinerary, Moderate walking, Easy hiking
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
- Special Experiences:
- Hutong (courtyard dwellings) tour by rickshaw to experience the traditional lifestyle of Beijing folks, and delicious Roast Peking Duck for dinner after sightseeing
- Taste delicious dumplings with surprising variety when appreciate Tang Dynasty Music and Dance reflecting the splendor of ancient China
- Visit rice terrace fields to explore the unique agricultural lifestyle of the ethnic minorities living in China's remote mountain area
- Cruise down the breathtakingly scenic Li River featured crystal clear water and unique-shaped Karst hills along the way
- Shop till you drop at shopaholic's paradise - Hong Kong
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Beijing
Transfer via: International Flight on your own arrangement
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: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven
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.
Day 3 Beijing (B,L,D)
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel
Sites visited: Sacred Road, Great Wall
Special Dinner: Peking Duck Dinner
You will visit to the magnificent Great Wall (Mutianyu section) and Sacred Road. In the evening you will be taken out for an incredible Peking Duck Banquet for dinner.
The majestic Great Wall is an excellent place to hiking and sightseeing.
The delicious Peking Duck Dinner is giong to whet your appetite.
Day 4 Beijing / Xian (B,L)
Transfer via: Domestic flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel
Sites visited: Summer Palace
After breakfast, you will visit the exquisite Summer Palace. In the afternoon you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to your next destination-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.
Day 5 Xian (B,L)
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel
Sites visited: Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Ancient City Walls, Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Special Dinner: Dumpling Dinner
Unique Cultural Performance: Tang Dynasty Show
You will visit the incredible life-size Terracotta Warriors in the morning. After lunch, you will visit the Ancient City Walls and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
The magnificent Ancient City Wall is one of the well preserved defensive wall in China.
The gorgeous Tang Dynasty Show will make you step into the prosperous Tang Dynasty .
Day 6 Xian / Guilin (B,L)
Transfer via: Domestic flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Guilin Park Hotel
Sites visited: Great Mosque
After breakfast, you will tour The Great Mosque and visit the local Muslim community before being escorted to the airport for your flight to your next destination-Guilin. Upon your arrival in Guilin, the most scenic city in China, 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 dynamic city for a little adventure on your own.
Day 7 Guilin / Longsheng / Guilin (B,L)
Accommodations: Guilin Park Hotel
Sites visited: Longji, Zhuang People, Yao People
Today's excursion will bring you to Longsheng Autonomous County. After your tour of this breathtaking area, you will be driven back to Guilin (2-hour drive).
Zhuang People are one of the main enthnic minority in Guilin.
Yao women are proud of their unbelievable long hair.
Day 8 Guilin / Yangshuo (B,L)
Accommodations: New Century Hotel
Sites visited: Li River Cruise, West Street(Yangshuo)
After breakfast, you will be driven to Zhujiang Pier (40-minute drive) to start your boat cruise down the picturesque Li River, which is the highlight of any visit to Guilin, until you get to Yangshuo County. Along the river, you will be inspired by breathtaking views of peaks and pinnacles, crystal-clear water and picturesque pastoral views of rice paddies and water buffaloes. Visitors feel they have stepped into a traditional Chinese painting. After checking into your hotel, you will be free to explore Yangshuo and its famous West Street.
Day 9 Guilin / Hong Kong (B,L)
Transfer via: Domestic flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Regal Kowloon Hotel HK
Sites visited: Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Reed Flute Cave
Today, you will be driven back to Guilin (1.5-hour drive), where you will tour Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill and Reed Flute Cave before your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to your next destination-Hong Kong. Upon your arrival at Hong Kong, a vibrant metropolis, our local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.
Day 10 Hong Kong (B)
Accommodations: Regal Kowloon Hotel HK
Sites visited: Victoria Peak, Aberdeen, Repulse Bay, Jade Market, Wong Tai Sin Temple
Today, you will explore Hong Kong's unique blend of Chinese heritage and colonial influences. Your tour will include Victoria Peak, the floating community of Aberdeen and Repulse Bay of Hong Kong Island，and the Wong Tai Sin Temple and the Jade Market in Kowloon.
Lots of traditional sampan are still sailing on the Aberdeen.
The enchanting nightview of the Victoria Peak.
Day 11 Hong Kong / Final departure (B)
Transfer via: International Flight on your own arrangement
Free in the day until our local guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to your next destination.
Price & Included Features
- China domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- Accommodations: for 1 night at three star hotels, 9 nights at four star hotels in comfortable twin-bedded rooms with a private bath, air-conditioning, television, telephone and minibar.
- 19 meals: 10 full breakfasts, 8 lunches and 1 dinners(included )
- 1 unique cultural performance-- Tang Dynasty Show
- Round-trip transfers between airports, hotels, and scenic spots in each city by private air-conditioned vehicles with experienced licensed drivers
- A local English-speaking guide in each city
- Entrance fees to all scenic spots listed in the itinerary
- Luggage transfers between airports and hotels
- China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance
- Government taxes and service charges except tips for tour guides and drivers
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. Detail
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. Detail
Guilin Park Hotel is a four-star international hotel. Conveniently situated between Lake Guihu and Mount Laoren in the city center. The hotel commands some of the most picturesque views in Guilin and contrasts finely with the famous Duxiu peak, Diecai Hill and Fubo Hill. Lying on the slight mountain slope, surrounded by green trees and fresh flowers, the building combines modern arts with a rich national flavour. Detail
Hotel in Yangshuo just nearby the west street. You could walk to the west street in 10 minutes and wander along the east-western style street. For entertainment, there is a bar, coffee shop, gymnasium, beauty salon and so on. Detail
Hong Kong - Regal Kowloon Hotel HK
Conveniently located in Tsimshatsui East, Hong Kong's renowned commercial and entertainment district, the international standard Regal Kowloon Hotel is an exquisite blend of classical European elegance with Oriental hospitality. Catering for the needs of the most discerning travelers, the hotel offers gracefully furnished guestrooms, a diversity of excellent food ranging from Western and Oriental dishes, American grills to international buffets, as well as ample meeting space for any convention or social gathering. Providing easy access to other commercial districts in Hong Kong and Mainland China, the hotel is within walking distance from the Kowloon-Canton Railway and Mass Transit Railway stations, Tsimshatsui East Ferry Pier, Star Ferry and the world-famous shopping areas along Nathan Road. Detail
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.
