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China Journeys
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We head from the seat of power in the north, Beijing, to the very different south. We see a mix of urban and rural life giving us a glimpse at the changes that are taking place in this fascinating country.

After Beijing we stop over in Xi'an which, as an ancient capital, has many worthwhile sites including the world famous Terracotta Warriors.

We fly from there south to Guilin, a city set in some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere. We enjoy the best of that with outings to the rice terraces of Longsheng and to Yangshuo.

Our journey ends in Guangzhou.

  • Features

    Maximum Group Size: we strongly believe that the coherence of the group is important, especially at mealtimes. We therefore limit the number of travellers to 10. This allows the group, with their guide, to sit comfortably at one table in most Chinese establishments.

    Standards: You can click on any service title below to read a description of the standards that apply. This link takes you to the relevant page.

    Accommodation

    4-Star Hotel - 11 nights

    Guesthouse - 2 nights

    Transport

    (Please note:These figures include only transport used between stopovers. The daily summaries also show approximate times for the driving element of excursions. Short drives - such as transfers to stations, airports or restaurants - are not included.)

    Domestic flights - 3

    (Please note: You can find a list of likely carriers here)

    Private Vehicles - 3

    Meals

    Breakfasts - 11

    Lunches - 9

    Dinners - 12

    Activities

    Hiking - 1

    Bicyle Rides - 1

    Boat trips - 3

    Shows - 2

  • Extra Services

    Extra Accommodation: you may want to book extra nights before or after the tour. We will do our best to book you at the same hotel, usually in the same room, as on your chosen journey.

    You will be given an opportunity to purchase extra nights once you reach the Shopping Cart.

    Connecting Flights: we can arrange domestic flights within China to get you to or from your international portal.

    We have listed a number of standard routes in the price list as an indication. If you do not see the route you want, or any other service, please just email and ask.

    Follow this link to see more details about the Extra Services that we offer.

    Prices for Extra Services relevant to this itinerary are shown on the Extras and Extensions tab.

  • Inclusions

    Airport Transfer: to our hotel, on Day 1 or on the first day of pre-journey accommodation booked with us

    Journey Leader: When there are 6 or more participants your group will be lead throughout by a suitably qualified guide. This person will be our representative and has responsibility for delivering the travel services according to your itinerary.

    Local Guides: We hire guides with detailed local knowledge for certain sites en-route. When the group consists of 5 or less participants the Local Guides will act as Journey Leader and have responsibility for delivering the travel services according to your itinerary whilst the group is visiting their city.

    Food & drink: we include many meals throughout the journey, especially breakfasts at hotels and when the group are travelling together.

    A soft drink is included with each lunch or dinner and tea/coffee and juice for breakfasts.

    We do leave some meals free for you to go off on your own and explore. You can see which meals are included on the day-by-day itinerary.

    Entrance Fees: We include the cost of entrance fees to all sites listed in your itinerary. You should allow some money for other sites that you may wish to visit on your own. Not all sites have an entrance fee.

    Gratuities: We have included gratuities for service providers encountered on a normal journey, and for expected levels of service.

  • Exclusions

    We do not sell flights to China. Your package includes only services in China. Flights from China can be purchased as an Extra Service.

    We do not include a departure transfer as this is more easily arranged during the last few days of your visit.

    Where we include a domestic flight in China you are responsible for any additional charges imposed by the airline including those relating to baggage in excess of the standard allowance (normally 20 kilograms).

    You are responsible for obtaining the correct visa for your journey and for all costs associated with that visa application.

    There are many other sites that you could visit during your journey. We cover the cost of those sites included in the itinerary. You are responsible for all other entrance fees.

    You are responsible for the cost of all drinks other than those provided with included meals.

    Your Journey Leader is not included in the standard gratuities. We expect you will thoroughly appreciate their services throughout your journey and will tip accordingly.