8 days Best of China Discovery Tour
- Trip Highlights: Culture, history, and nature the three best things China has to offer visitors. The three cities on this tour represent the best of these three aspects of China. Submerge in the grandeur and splendor of Chinese history, experience the uniqueness and richness of Chinese traditions, and unwind amongst the natural beauties famed for "the most scenic under heaven". This is a journey of one week but the memory for a lifetime.
- Tour Route: Beijing (China's Capital)
Xian (Home of the Terracotta Warriors)Guilin (Li River & Yangshuo)
- Tour Code: COT-B-008-D
- Dates: No fixed departure dates. You may go whenever you wish.
- Starts/Ends: Beijing/Guilin
- Trip Type: Special-themed Tours, Culture and History Journey, Promotional Tours
- Activity Level: Relaxing itinerary, Moderate walking
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
- Special Experiences:
- 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.
- Cruise down the limpid Li Rived winding through the breathtaking views of peaks and pinnacles, and explore the incredible stalagmite caves in the area.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive / Beijing
Transfer via: International flight arranged by you
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel 
Upon arrival 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 for an adventure on your own in this amazing metropolis.
Day 2 Beijing (B,L)
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel
Sites visited: Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City
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)
Accommodations: Jianguo Garden Hotel
Sites visited: Great Wall, Sacred Road, BinBin Cloisonné Factory
You will visit to the magnificent Great Wall (Badaling section) , the Cloisonne Factory and Sacred road.
The majestic Forbidden City serves as the imperial palace in the dynastic China.
The marvelous Great Wall looks extremely cool in the winter.
Day 4 Beijing / Xian (B,L)
Transfer via: Domestic flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel
Sites visited: Hutongs
After breakfast, you will visit some of Beijing's Hutongs by traditional rickshaw. Lunch will be served in one of the local's house during the tour. In the afternoon you will be escorted to the airport for your flight 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, Bell Tower, Jade Gallery
You will visit the incredible life-size Terracotta Warriors in the morning. After lunch, you will visit Xian’s ancient Bell Tower, Jade Gallery and the Ancient City Walls.
Day 6 Xian / Guilin (B,L)
Transfer via: Domestic flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Guilin Park Hotel
Sites visited: Big Wild Goose Pagoda
After breakfast, you will tour Big Wild Goose Pagoda before your guide escorts you to the airport your flight to 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.
The magnificent Ancient City Wall is full of the festive atmosphere.
The Big Wild Goose Pagoda looks more charming and special in the winter.
Day 7 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, also known as the "foreigner's street", for its popping nightlife.
Day 8 Yangshuo / Guilin / Departure (B)
Transfer via: International flight arranged by you
Sites visited: Reed Flute Cave, Elephant Trunk Hill, Guilin South China Sea Water Pearl Museum
Today, you will be driven back to Guilin (1.5-hour drive), where you will tour Elephant Trunk Hill, Pearl Museum and the Reed Flute Cave before your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to your next destination.
It is a fantastic experience to cruising on the Li River with your best friends.
The captivating Elephant Trunk Hill will leave your family a longlife memory.
Price & Included Features
- China domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- A. Entrance fees of the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
- B.13 meals: 7 full breakfasts, 6 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 1 night at three star hotels, 6 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.
- 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
