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Tour 3 IPXGS Beijing,Xian,Guilin,Shanghai 2012 2013
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13 Days |
China |
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013 |
$1880 |
Discover the best of China on a thirteen day journey throughout the cities of the orient. Embark on guided tours and indulge in the finest cuisine as you explore the rich culture and history of China. Visit many great wonders such as the renowned Great Wall, Terracotta Army site; marvel at the awe-inspiring sceneries of Guilin and stroll along the vibrant streets of Shanghai. Revel in added values including a Peking duck dinner and dumpling dinner plus cultural & acrobatic shows.
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Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian
Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (Mon) Arrive in Beijing
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant Dinner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Guilin by air (B, L)
Morning flight to Guilin. Transfer to hotel.
Afternoon we visit the Reed Flute Cave & Daxu Ancient Town (This is an area with old buildings from hundreds of years ago and many locals still live there)
Chinese lunch at Bravo Hotel
Dinner on own.
Accommodation: Bravo Hotel
Day 8 (MON) Guilin (B. L. D)
Li River Cruise, Yangshuo village, Art Gallery
Lunch on board Cruise and Chinese dinner at Bravo Hotel
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 9 (TUE) Guilin / Shanghai by air (B. L)
Leisure and then fly to Shanghai. Transfer to the hotel
Afternoon free at leisure
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 10 (WED) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 11 (THU) Shanghai (B.L.SD)
Morning tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 12 (FRI) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 13 (SAT) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour.
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Tour 5 IYRDN Beijing Xian Yangtze River Cruise & Shanghai 2012
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14 Days |
China |
Apr - Oct 2012 |
$2115 |
Experience the best of China on a fourteen day journey throughout Beijing, Xian, Yangtze River and Shanghai. Reside in exquisite hotels and board a 5-star cruise ship as you sail along the magnificent Yangtze River. Embark on guided tours and indulge in the finest cuisine as you explore the rich culture and history of China. Visit many great wonders such as the Forbidden Palace, the renowned Great Wall, the mighty terra cotta army. Revel in added values including a Peking duck dinner and many cultural shows. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
--5-star MV President No. 1 Yangtze Cruise with shore excursions
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (MON) Arrive in Beijing.
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant
Dnner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Chongqing by air, Yangtze River Cruise (B. L. D.)
Fly to Chongqing in the morning, tour to Three Gorges Museum, city square and board
MV President No. 1 Cruise (standard balcony cabin)
Local flavor hot pot lunch and Chinese dinner at local restaurant
Day 8 (MON) Cruise (B. L. D)
Start our sailing for a distance of 430 miles in all the great gorges and the deep mountain valleys. Afternoon we reach to the ghost city of Fengdu for a shore excursion, the temples here reveal ancient Chinese religion and legends with their imaged constructions and the ghost statures for people lucky praying. We could also have a glimpse of the new settlement town by the relocation of the new dam construction. Return back the boat and continue sailing.
It is subject to visit Shibozai Pagoda on the cliff which has been always regarded a pearl along the river for people praying for good luck in the ancient.
Day 9 (TUE) Cruise (B. L. D)
Sailing into the first Qutang Gorge and the second Wu Gorge and the river changes to wildly stirring, riffle water along with numerous swirling bubbles. The mossy cliffs are hemmed by the hanging pathways under the Twelve Peaks. After the boat reaches to famed Shennong Stream, we change to the small boat and sail deep into the fabled Three Lesser Gorges of 3 hours exploration. After we get to the upstream we change to small sampan pulling up by man tracker on bubbled water to the ethnic villages, they celebrate our visiting by singing local songs along the sampan trip while we enjoy the most scenic of all gorges for an excursion
After return back the boat, we continue sail into the third Xiling Gorge and pass through many historical sites. Finally sail through the huge Three Gorges Dam and the 5 ship locks with lowering the boat down 412 feet.
Day 10 (WED) Yichang / Shanghai by air (B. L)
Fly to Shanghai after disembarkation. Transfer to the hotel
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 11 (THU) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 12 (FRI) Shanghai (B. L. SD)
Morning tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 13 (SAT) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 14 (SUN) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour.
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Tour 8 IPXHS Beijing,Xian,Hangzhou,Shanghai 2012 2013
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13 Days |
China |
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013 |
$1605 |
Discover the best of China on this thirteen day journey throughout these cities of the orient. Embark on guided tours while indulging in the finest oriental cuisines. Explore the rich culture and history of China and visit many great wonders such as the renowned Great Wall, Terracotta Army site. Enjoy added values including a Peking duck dinner and cultural & acrobatic shows. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
-- High-speed train Hangzhou/Shanghai
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (Mon) Arrive in Beijing.
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant Dinner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Hangzhou by air (B, L)
Morning flight to Hanghzou. Transfer to hotel.
Afternoon we visit Chinese Medicine Museum and Guozhuang Villa
Chinese lunch & Dinner at local restaurants
Accommodation: Ramada Hangzhou Haihua (by the West Lake)
Day 8 (MON) Hangzhou (B. L. D)
FD tour including West Lake Cruise, Six-Harmony Pogoda and Meijiawu Tea Plantation
Chinese lunch & Dinner at local restaurants
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 9 (TUE) Hangzhou / Shanghai by train (B. L)
Leisure and then train to Shanghai. Transfer to the hotel
Afternoon free at leisure
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 10 (WED) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurant
Day 11 (THU) Shanghai (B. L. SD)
Tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 12 (FRI) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 13 (SAT) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour.
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Tour 2 IPXS Beijing, Xian, Shanghai 2012 2013
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11 Days |
China |
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013 |
$1485 |
Discover the best of China on an eleven day journey throughout the cities of the orient. Embark on guided tours and indulge in the finest cuisine as you explore the rich culture and history of China. Visit many great wonders such as the renowned Great Wall, Terracotta Army site and enjoy added values including a Peking duck dinner and cultural & acrobatic shows. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (Mon) Arrive in Beijing.
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant
Dinner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurantDumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Shanghai by air (B, L)
Leisure and then fly to Shanghai. Transfer to the hotel
Afternoon free at leisure
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 8 (MON) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 9 (TUE) Shanghai (BLSD)
Morning tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 10 (WED) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 11 (THU) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour.
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Tour 6 IPXLS Beijing,Xian,Lhasa,Shanghai 2012
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14 Days |
China |
Apr - Oct 2012 |
$2775 |
Discover the best of China on this Fourteen day journey throughout these cities of the orient. Explore the rich culture and history of China and visit many great wonders. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
--Tibet Entry Permission
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (Mon) Arrive in Beijing.
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant
Dinner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Lhasa by air (B. D.)
Fly to Lhasa, overnight at Four Points by Sheraton Hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure to adjust to high altitude
Lunch on own and Chinese dinner at local restaurant
Day 8 (MON) Lhasa (B. L. D)
FD tour to Drepung Monastery, Johkang Temple and Bahkor Street
Chinese lunch and dinner at local restaurants
Day 9 (TUE) Lhasa (B. L. D)
FD tour to Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka
Chinese lunch and dinner at local restaurants
Day 10 (WED) Lhasa/Shanghai by air (B)
Fly to Shanghai. Transfer to the hotel
Afternoon free at leisure
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 11 (THU) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 12 (FRI) Shanghai (B. L. SD)
Tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 13 (SAT) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 14 (SUN) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour.
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Highlights of Vietnam 2012
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10 Days |
Thailand, Vietnam & Cambodia |
Nov 2011 - Oct 2012 |
$1825 Cat A $1580 Cat B |
Experience the amazing diversity of Vietnam on this 10 day tour that is perfect for the traveller with limited time. Land Only
Cat A: Single Supplement $680 USD Cat B: Single Supplement $450 USD
No Departure Jan 18, 2012 |
Included:
The Tour Price is Inclusive of:
- Accommodation in shared twin room with air-condition (AC) and private bathroom
- Meals as stated in the programme [B= breakfast, L= lunch; D=dinner]
- Transfers and tours with local English or French-speaking guides in air-conditioned vehicles
- All entrance fees, boat fees and cyclo fees as mentioned in the programme
- Drinking water and cold towels available on the vehicles
Not Included Are:
- Domestic airfare ( subject to change in case of price increase by Vietnam Airlines)
- International airfare to / from Vietnam
- Optional tours
- Surcharges for other language guides
- Surcharges for Lunar New Year (TET) holiday
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc.
- Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
- Drinks with meals
- Compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advised at the time of booking
- Vietnam and Cambodia Visa application and visa stamp fees (Please note that a visa is compulsory for most nationalities.)
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme
Cancellations:
- Once the tour is guaranteed, deposits received are 100% non-refundable. Cancellations
- made 95 days before departure will receive a full refund less deposit
- per person. Penalty for cancellations made within 45 days of departure will be
- assessed as follows:
- 30 to 95 days................................... 50% of the tour cost
- Within 30 days...............................100% of the tour cost
- All unused services during the tour, including hotel accommodation, ground
- transportation, domestic or international flights, meals, and sightseeing tours
- are neither refundable nor exchangeable.
Please Note
- For air ticket reservations, we require the guests’ full names AS THEY APPEAR IN THEIR PASSPORTS. Airfares and reservations are always subject to change until paid in full and ticketed.
- Airfares are subject to increase without prior notice.
- Please be advised that prices will be adjusted periodically in case of fuel price increase by our suppliers.
Important Notice:
- Most Museums are closed on Mondays and partly on Fridays and some public holidays.
- The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi is closed every Monday and Friday and during the entire months of October and November.
- Please note that cyclo rides in HCMC are subject to government approval.
- Certain parts of the tours on offer are provided by independent third parties, such as airlines, hotels, transport operators and local tourist offices. Chinapac international is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage caused thereby to the tourists, including those occurring outside of the normal touring programmes. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accident, natural disaster, political actions and unrest shall be borne by the tourists.
- We advise that due to frequent flight changes, delays and cancellations by the various domestic airlines and trains we cannot fully guarantee that the proposed itinerary can be carried out as planned. Based on our experience, changes of departure times and/ or cancellations can occur at very short notice even after confirmation of a flight has been received. The same applies for train travel: Schedule changes occur frequently; often without prior notification. In case of schedule changes or flight cancellations we always try everything possible to arrange an alternate programme within the framework of the original quoted costs. However, we reserve the right to charge any cost exceeding the original budget to the tour operator/ travel agent or to the participant of a tour after consultation with the agent.
- Programmes, prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of proposal submission and are subject to change thereafter without advance notice until all services have been paid in full.
- We strongly advise to leave valuable items (money, passport, credit cards, jewellery, sensitive documents, laptop computer, etc.) in the hotel safe. During excursions and roundtrips, personal belongings, especially money and valuables should NEVER be left on vehicles, even during short breaks, and carried around at all times. Chinapac international is not responsible for any loss or theft.
- Vietnam being a developing country is in full process of upgrading its infrastructure. Therefore, driving overland can be cumbersome due to ongoing road constructions.
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Day 1 Hanoi
Meet on arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi and transfer to the hotel for check-in. (Check-in time: 14:00 hrs – early check-in is not included.)
Rest of the day at leisure or join our wonderful optional excursions in and around Hanoi, such as our walking tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter for first impressions.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Prestige Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: La Dolce Vita Hotel (Run of house room)
Meals: None
Day 2 Hanoi - Halong Bay
After breakfast, check out of the hotel. In the morning, you experience the rich cultural and artistic traditions of Vietnam’s capital. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s former Residence and Mausoleum (the Mausoleum is closed during the entire months of October and November), the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, known as the first university of Vietnam and built more than 1,000 years ago.
Then enjoy a 01-hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter past the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple to a local restaurant for lunch.
Visit the History Museum and drive to Halong Bay (165km east of Hanoi).
Accommodation at:
Category A: Royal Lotus Hotel (Premium room)
Category B: Mithrin Hotel (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Au Lac restaurant or similar
Day 3 Halong Bay - Hanoi
Have breakfast at the hotel and start the day with a relaxing and wonderful 05-hour cruise through Halong Bay, passing bizarre rock formations. You will discover Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of outstanding natural beauty, known in Vietnamese as “Dragon descending to the sea“. The picturesque Halong Bay has more than 3,000 limestone islets rising from the clear emerald water, many of them containing beautiful grottoes, of which you will visit one of the most stunning ones. During the boat trip fresh seafood fingertips will be served for your delights (please let us know if you do not eat seafood).
Return to Hanoi. In the evening, attend a performance of the famous water puppetry, a traditional Vietnamese art form dating back to the 11th century. Afterwards, you may have some free time to explore Hanoi.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Prestige Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: La Dolce Vita Hotel (Run of house room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch on board
Day 4 Hanoi - Danang - Hoi An
The morning is at leisure until your airport transfer for the flight to Danang in the early afternoon. From the port town of Danang we drive the short distance south past famous Non Nuoc Beach onto the enchanting town of Hoi An.
On foot visit the historic town of Hoi An, listed by UNESCO as a World Culture Heritage and was once a well-known trading center in Southeast Asia from the 16th to 18th centuries. Its sizeable community of foreign merchants resulted in a unique architectural style with Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences. The town with friendly inhabitants, narrow streets, old houses, temples, wooden bridges… still remains its ancient character
Accommodation at:
Category A: Hoi An Riverside Resort (Standard room)
Category B: Vinh Hung Resort (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
Day 5 Hoi An - Danang - Hue
After breakfast, start the journey to Hue, the former Imperial City of the last dynasty of Vietnam. En route visit Marble Mountain, a scenic spot with caves, temples, shrines, pagodas and a great view of the surrounding area. The caves can be reached by climbing steep steps.
In Danang, visit the Cham Museum, which houses the finest collection of Champa sculptures; some may date back to as early as 7th century. Have lunch at a local restaurant and continue the journey to Hue over the spectacular Hai Van Pass. Have a short stop on top of the pass – once regarded as the prime mountain pass on the North-South national road.
Arrival at Hue – a charming town set on the banks of the Perfume River.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Mercure Hue Gerbera Hotel (Standard City View room)
Category B: Park View Hotel (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Spsara local restaurant or similar
Day 6 Hue - Ho Chi Minh City
In the morning, enjoy a scenic boat trip on the Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda or Heavenly Lady pagoda, one of the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious worship in Hue. Situated 4 km upstream on the banks of the Perfume River, it is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. After the boat trip visit the Imperial Citadel of Hue with the Purple Forbidden City.
Visit the local Dong Ba market, have lunch at a local restaurant and continue to Tu Duc Royal Tomb. Each ruler of the Imperial City built his own tomb during his reign and today you will visit one of the most beautiful mausoleums.
Transfer to Phu Bai airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Moevenpick Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: Family Inn Saigon (Deluxe room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at The Temple local restaurant or similar
Day 7 Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, drive to Cu Chi district (75 km from HCMC) to visit the amazing complex of underground tunnels at Cu Chi. There are more than
200 km of tunnels, comprising a main axis system with many branches connecting to underground hideouts, shelters and other tunnels. You have the chance to crawl through this amazing system of tunnels before returning to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch.
In the afternoon our walking tour will take you from the Saigon River past the Opera House, Town Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral and the old Post Office (all magnificent sights from the French colonial period) to visit the Reunification Palace (museum). Finish the tour at the famous Ben Thanh Market, where you can purchase souvenirs for your beloved ones.
The evening is free at leisure. You are welcome to join our optional dinner cruise on the Saigon River.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Moevenpick Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: Family Inn Saigon (Deluxe room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Indochine local restaurant or similar
Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Can Tho
Have breakfast and drive to Cai Be.
Boarding at the tourist boat station Cai Be. Only 10 minutes of cruising along the river with fresh air and peaceful relaxation, you will visit the floating market – the original style of commerce on the Mekong river’s basin, and are dizzy of hundred boats on the river.
Visit a local pop rice and rice paper workshop to get to know how they do it and then cross the Mekong River to An Binh Island where you will cruise along the tiny canals to observe the daily life of the local folks and to visit Mr Cai Cuong’s, once the local landlord, ancient house. Farming tools, rice planting line, the miniature pictures of the Mekong delta are displayed there. Have a cup of tea with some local seasonal tropical fruits while listening to the traditional music and then stroll on the village paths (or rowing sampan) under the foliages to visit an orchards or a nursery garden where you can taste fresh fruits and the local fermented fruit wine.
Board the boat for return trip to Vinh Long. Upon arrival, pick up and drive further to Can Tho.
Arrive in Can Tho, check in the hotel and have time at leisure.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Victoria Can Tho (Superior room)
Category A: Golf Can Tho (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at local house
Day 9 Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City
Have an early start to visit to the fascinating floating market at Cai Rang. From your boat, see the local farmers trading their products directly on the water as they have done for many centuries and watch the local people performing their trades, such as producing instant rice noodles, boat-building and rice-husking.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City with lunch en route.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Moevenpick Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: Family Inn Saigon (Deluxe room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Mekong Rest Stop local restaurant or similar
Day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City - Departure
Time at leisure. You are welcome to join our interesting optional excursions in and around Ho Chi Minh City, such as our Good Morning Saigon Tour.
Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight. (Check-out time: 12:00 hrs – late check-out is not included.)
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour 7 IPXLZS Beijing,Xian,Luoyang,Zhengzhou,Shanghai 2012 2013
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13 Days |
China |
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013 |
$1715 |
Discover the best of China on this thirteen day journey throughout these cities of the orient. Board the high speed train and embark on guided tours while indulging in the finest cuisine. Explore the rich culture and history of China and visit many great wonders such as the renowned Great Wall, Terracotta Army site, White Horse Temple. Enjoy added values including a Peking duck dinner and cultural & acrobatic shows. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
-- High-speed train Xi’an/Luoyang
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (Mon) Arrive in Beijing.
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant Dinner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Luoyang by high-speed train (B,L,D)
Morning take high speed train to Luoyang.
Afternoon tour to Longmen Grottoes
Chinese lunch and dinner at local restaurant
Accommodation: Friendship Hotel
Day 8 (MON) Luoyang/Zhengzhou by bus (B. L. D)
FD tour to White Horse Temple (the first Buddhist Temple in China) and Shaolin
Temple, the birthplace of Chinese Kungfu. A Kungfu show is included.
Chinese lunch and dinner at local restaurants
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Zhengzhou
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 9 (TUE) Zhengzhou / Shanghai by air (B. L)
Morning tour to scenic area of Yellow River (the birth place of Chinese Civilization 5 thousand years ago), then fly to Shanghai. Transfer to the hotel
Afternoon free at leisure
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 10 (WED) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurants
Day 11 (THU) Shanghai (B. L. SD)
Tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 12 (FRI) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 13 (SAT) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour.
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Tour 4 IPXGYS Beijing,Xian,Guilin,Yangtze River Cruise, Shanghai 2012
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16 Days |
China |
Apr - Oct 2012 |
$2570 |
Experience the best of China on a sixteen day journey throughout Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Chongqing, Three Gorges, Yichang and Shanghai. Reside in exquisite hotels and board 5-star cruise ship. Embark on guided tours and indulge in the finest cuisine as you explore the rich culture and history of China. Visit many great wonders such as the Forbidden Palace, the renowned Great Wall, the mighty terra cotta army and the breathtaking Yangtze. Revel in added values including a Peking duck dinner and many cultural shows. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
-- Hotel accommodation mentioned incl ABF
--Deluxe 5-star Yangtze Cruise with shore excursions
-- Tours with lunch and dinner as listed in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, including Peking Duck Dinner in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai
-- Professional English speaking tour guide service
-- Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers & domestic flight air tickets
Cost excludes:
-- International flights
-- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 (Mon) Arrive in Beijing.
Meet and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Dinner on own tonight
Accommodation: New Otani Changfugong
Day 2 (TUE) Beijing (B.L.D)
Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong with Pedicab ride
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner: light Chinese dinner at local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 3 (WED) Beijing (B.L)
Badaling Great Wall（2-hour visit to the Wall at least）
Jade Stone Carving Factory
Sacred Way
Photo stop at Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest Restaurant Dinner on own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax this day
Optional Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 (THU) Beijing (B.L.SD)
Temple of Heaven and watch people doing all kinds of morning exercises and practise Tai Chi with Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Association for 30 minutes, Pearl Factory, Panda Zoo and Summer Palace
Lunch: Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 5 (FRI) Beijing/Xian by air (B, L)
Take morning flight from Beijing to Xian and transfer to hotel
Sightseeing in the afternoon: Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum.
Accommodation: Titan Times Hotel
Day 6 (SAT) Xian (B. L. SD)
Full day excursion to Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots including pit No. 1, 2, 3, Circle Vision Movie & Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum.
Afternoon on the route back the city we visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center.
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show.
One bottled Water per pax this day
Day 7 (SUN) Xian/Guilin by air (B, L)
Morning flight to Guilin. Transfer to hotel.
Afternoon we visit the Reed Flute Cave & Daxu Ancient Town (This is an area with old buildings from hundreds of years ago and many locals still live there)
Chinese lunch at Bravo Hotel
Dinner on own.
Accommodation: Bravo Hotel
Day 8 (MON) Guilin (B. L. D)
Li River Cruise, Yangshuo village, Art Gallery
Lunch on board Cruise and Chinese dinner at Bravo Hotel
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 9 (TUE) Guilin/Chongqing by air and board cruise (B, L, D)
Fly to Chongqing in the morning, tour to Three Gorges Museum, city square and board MV President Prime Cruise (Deluxe 5-star Cruise)
Local flavor hot pot lunch and Chinese dinner at local restaurant
Day 10 (WED) Cruise (B. L. D)
Start our sailing for a distance of 430 miles in all the great gorges and the deep mountain valleys. Afternoon we reach to the ghost city of Fengdu for a shore excursion, the temples here reveal ancient Chinese religion and legends with their imaged constructions and the ghost statures for people lucky praying. We could also have a glimpse of the new settlement town by the relocation of the new dam construction. Return back the boat and continue sailing.
It is subject to visit Shibozai Pagoda on the cliff which has been always regarded a pearl along the river for people praying for good luck in the ancient.
Day 11 (THU) Cruise (B. L. D)
Sailing into the first Qutang Gorge and the second Wu Gorge and the river changes to wildly stirring, riffle water along with numerous swirling bubbles. The mossy cliffs are hemmed by the hanging pathways under the Twelve Peaks. After the boat reaches to famed Shennong Stream, we change to the small boat and sail deep into the fabled Three Lesser Gorges of 3 hours exploration. After we get to the upstream we change to small sampan pulling up by man tracker on bubbled water to the ethnic villages, they celebrate our visiting by singing local songs along the sampan trip while we enjoy the most scenic of all gorges for an excursion
After return back the boat, we continue sail into the third Xiling Gorge and pass through many historical sites. Finally sail through the huge Three Gorges Dam and the 5 ship locks with lowering the boat down 412 feet.
Day 12 (FRI) Yichang / Shanghai by air (B. L)
Fly to Shanghai after disembarkation. Transfer to the hotel
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Dinner on own
Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway
Day 13 (SAT) Shanghai (B, L, D)
Yu Garden including Chenghuangmiao area, Shanghai Museum and carpet factory. Tonight we enjoy the famous Shanghai acrobatic show.
Chinese lunch & dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 14 (SUN) Shanghai (B. L. D)
Morning tour to water-town of Zhujiajiao
Afternoon tour to Tianzifang Local Artist Area & Bund
Chinese lunch at local restaurant
Shanghai local flavor farewell dinner at local restaurant
One bottled water per pax this day
Day 15 (MON) Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore
Day 16 (TUE) Depart Shanghai for exit (B)
Leisure and departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. End of tour
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Classic Vietnam Tour (ACV) 2012
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8 Days |
Thailand, Vietnam & Cambodia |
Nov 2011 - Oct 2012 |
$1385 Cat A $1240 Cat B |
Experience the amazing diversity of Vietnam on this 8 day tour that is perfect for the traveller with limited time. Land Only
Cat A: Single Supplement $475 USD Cat B: Single Supplement $340 USD
No Departure Jan 18, 2012 |
Included:
The Tour Price is Inclusive of:
- Accommodation in shared twin room with air-condition (AC) and private bathroom
- Meals as stated in the programme [B= breakfast, L= lunch; D=dinner]
- Transfers and tours with local English or French-speaking guides in air-conditioned vehicles
- All entrance fees, boat fees and cyclo fees as mentioned in the programme
- Drinking water and cold towels available on the vehicles
- Domestic airfare ( subject to change in case of price increase by Vietnam Airlines)
Not Included Are:
- International airfare to / from Vietnam
- Optional tours
- Surcharges for other language guides
- Surcharges for Lunar New Year (TET) holiday
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc.
- Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
- Drinks with meals
- Compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advised at the time of booking
- Vietnam and Cambodia Visa application and visa stamp fees (Please note that a visa is compulsory for most nationalities.)
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme
Cancellations:
- Once the tour is guaranteed, deposits received are 100% non-refundable. Cancellations
- made 95 days before departure will receive a full refund less deposit
- per person. Penalty for cancellations made within 45 days of departure will be
- assessed as follows:
- 30 to 95 days................................... 50% of the tour cost
- Within 30 days...............................100% of the tour cost
- All unused services during the tour, including hotel accommodation, ground
- transportation, domestic or international flights, meals, and sightseeing tours
- are neither refundable nor exchangeable.
Please Note
- For air ticket reservations, we require the guests’ full names AS THEY APPEAR IN THEIR PASSPORTS. Airfares and reservations are always subject to change until paid in full and ticketed.
- Airfares are subject to increase without prior notice.
- Please be advised that prices will be adjusted periodically in case of fuel price increase by our suppliers.
Important Notice:
- Most Museums are closed on Mondays and partly on Fridays and some public holidays.
- The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi is closed every Monday and Friday and during the entire months of October and November.
- Please note that cyclo rides in HCMC are subject to government approval.
- Certain parts of the tours on offer are provided by independent third parties, such as airlines, hotels, transport operators and local tourist offices. Chinapac international is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage caused thereby to the tourists, including those occurring outside of the normal touring programmes. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accident, natural disaster, political actions and unrest shall be borne by the tourists.
- We advise that due to frequent flight changes, delays and cancellations by the various domestic airlines and trains we cannot fully guarantee that the proposed itinerary can be carried out as planned. Based on our experience, changes of departure times and/ or cancellations can occur at very short notice even after confirmation of a flight has been received. The same applies for train travel: Schedule changes occur frequently; often without prior notification. In case of schedule changes or flight cancellations we always try everything possible to arrange an alternate programme within the framework of the original quoted costs. However, we reserve the right to charge any cost exceeding the original budget to the tour operator/ travel agent or to the participant of a tour after consultation with the agent.
- Programmes, prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of proposal submission and are subject to change thereafter without advance notice until all services have been paid in full.
- We strongly advise to leave valuable items (money, passport, credit cards, jewellery, sensitive documents, laptop computer, etc.) in the hotel safe. During excursions and roundtrips, personal belongings, especially money and valuables should NEVER be left on vehicles, even during short breaks, and carried around at all times. Chinapac international is not responsible for any loss or theft.
- Vietnam being a developing country is in full process of upgrading its infrastructure. Therefore, driving overland can be cumbersome due to ongoing road constructions.
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Day 1 Hanoi
Meet on arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi and transfer to the hotel for check-in. (Check-in time: 14:00 hrs – early check-in is not included.)
Rest of the day at leisure or join our wonderful optional excursions in and around Hanoi, such as our walking tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter for first impressions.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Prestige Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: La Dolce Vita Hotel (Run of house room)
Meals: None
Day 2 Hanoi - Halong Bay
After breakfast, check out of the hotel. In the morning, you experience the rich cultural and artistic traditions of Vietnam’s capital. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s former Residence and Mausoleum (the Mausoleum is closed during the entire months of October and November), the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, known as the first university of Vietnam and built more than 1,000 years ago.
Then enjoy a 01-hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter past the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple to a local restaurant for lunch.
Visit the History Museum and drive to Halong Bay (165km east of Hanoi).
Accommodation at:
Category A: Royal Lotus Hotel (Premium room)
Category B: Mithrin Hotel (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch at Au Lac local restaurant or similar
Day 3 Halong Bay - Hanoi
Have breakfast at the hotel and start the day with a relaxing and wonderful 05-hours cruise through Halong Bay, passing bizarre rock formations. You will discover Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of outstanding natural beauty, known in Vietnamese as “Dragon descending to the sea“. The picturesque Halong Bay has more than 3,000 limestone islets rising from the clear emerald water, many of them containing beautiful grottoes, of which you will visit one of the most stunning ones. During the boat trip fresh seafood fingertips will be served for your delights (please let us know if you do not eat seafood).
Return to Hanoi. In the evening, attend a performance of the famous water puppetry, a traditional Vietnamese art form dating back to the 11th century. Afterwards, you may have some free time to explore Hanoi.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Prestige Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: La Dolce Vita Hotel (Run of house room)
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch on board
Day 4 Hanoi - Danang - Hoi An
The morning is at leisure until your airport transfer for the flight to Danang in the early afternoon. From the port town of Danang we drive the short distance south past famous Non Nuoc Beach onto the enchanting town of Hoi An.
On foot visit the historic town of Hoi An, listed by UNESCO as a World Culture Heritage and was once a well-known trading center in Southeast Asia from the 16th to 18th centuries. Its sizeable community of foreign merchants resulted in a unique architectural style with Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences. The town with friendly inhabitants, narrow streets, old houses, temples, wooden bridges… still remains its ancient character
Accommodation at:
Category A: Hoi An Riverside Resort (Standard room) or similar
Category B: Vinh Hung Resort (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast/Dinner at hotel
Day 5 Hoi An - Danang - Hue
After breakfast, start the journey to Hue, the former Imperial City of the last dynasty of Vietnam. En route visit Marble Mountain, a scenic spot with caves, temples, shrines, pagodas and a great view of the surrounding area. The caves can be reached by climbing steep steps.
In Danang, visit the Cham Museum, which houses the finest collection of Champa sculptures; some may date back to as early as 7th century. Have lunch at a local restaurant and continue the journey to Hue over the spectacular Hai Van Pass. Have a short stop on top of the pass – once regarded as the prime mountain pass on the North-South national road.
Arrival at Hue – a charming town set on the banks of the Perfume River.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Mercure Hue Gerbera Hotel (Standard City View room)
Category B: Park View Hotel (Superior room)
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch at Apsara local restaurant or similar
Day 6 Hue - Ho Chi Minh City
n the morning, enjoy a scenic boat trip on the Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda or Heavenly Lady pagoda, one of the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious worship in Hue. Situated 4 km upstream on the banks of the Perfume River, it is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. After the boat trip visit the Imperial Citadel of Hue with the Purple Forbidden City.
Visit the local Dong Ba market, have lunch at a local restaurant and continue to Tu Duc Royal Tomb. Each ruler of the Imperial City built his own tomb during his reign and today you will visit one of the most beautiful mausoleums.
Transfer to Phu Bai airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Moevenpick Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: Family Inn Saigon (Deluxe room)
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch at The Templelocal restaurant or similar
Day 7 Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, drive to Cu Chi district (75 km from HCMC) to visit the amazing complex of underground tunnels at Cu Chi. There are more than
200 km of tunnels, comprising a main axis system with many branches connecting to underground hideouts, shelters and other tunnels. You have the chance to crawl through this amazing system of tunnels before returning to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch.
In the afternoon our walking tour will take you from the Saigon River past the Opera House, Town Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral and the old Post Office (all magnificent sights from the French colonial period) to visit the Reunification Palace (museum). Finish the tour at the famous Ben Thanh Market, where you can purchase souvenirs for your beloved ones.
The evening is free at leisure. You are welcome to join our optional dinner cruise on the Saigon River.
Accommodation at:
Category A: Moevenpick Hotel (Superior room)
Category B: Family Inn Saigon (Deluxe room)
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch at Indochine local restaurant or similar
Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City - Departure
Time at leisure. You are welcome to join our interesting optional excursions in and around Ho Chi Minh City, such as our Good Morning Saigon Tour.
Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight. (Check-out time: 12:00 hrs – late check-out is not included.)
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
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Tour 1 IPEK Deluxe Beijing 2012 2013
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6 Days |
China |
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013 |
$495 |
Discover the best of Beijing on a six day journey throughout this orient capital. Embark on guided tours and indulge in the finest cuisine as you explore the rich culture and history of China. Visit many great wonders such as the Forbidden Palace, the renowned Great Wall and enjoy added values including a Peking duck dinner and cultural shows. |
Included:
Tour package includes:
- Accommodation with buffet breakfast at New Otani Changfugong
- 3 full day tours with lunch and dinner as listed, including Peking Duck Dinner
- Professional English speaking tour guide service
- Round trip air port/hotel/airport transfers
Cost Excludes:
- International flights & airport taxes
- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters
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Day 1 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, the capital and cultural centre of the world's most populous nation. Meet with your friendly guide and transfer to a 5-star hotel. Dinner on your own tonight.
Accommodations: New Otani changfugong
Day 2 Beijing
Embark on a full day city tour. Visit Tian An Men Square, the largest public plaza in the world, and the Forbidden City where two dozen emperors once resided during the 15th and early 20th century and now houses numerous priceless treasures. After, explore the ancient residential area of old Beijing on a Hutong tour as you are escorted along its narrow alleys aboard a traditional pedicab. (B/L/D)
Lunch: Chinese lunch at a local restaurant
Dinner: Light Chinese dinner at a local restaurant including noodles
One bottled water per pax.
Day 3 Beijing
Begin this day's tour with a two-hour excursion to the mighty Great Wall in Badaling. Then visit the Jade Stone Carving Factory and the Sacred Way of Ming Tombs. Stop at the iconic Beijing Olympic Village including the Bird's Nest Stadium and Water Cube Aquatic Center for photo ops before transferring back to your hotel. (B/L)
Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet lunch at Badaling Foreign Guest restaurant
Dinner on your own tonight and guide will make recommendations
One bottled water per pax.
Optiona Kung Fu Show Available this evening
Day 4 Beijing
In the morning, pay a visit to the Temple of Heaven and observe the local residents practice morning excercises. Practise Tai Chi with a Tai Chi master from Beijing Tai Chi Associations for 30 minutes. Tour the Pearl Factory before visiting the adorable Pandas at the Beijing Zoo. Finally, explore the beautiful Summer Palace and its classical-style architecture, imperial gardens and man-made Kunming Lake.(B/L/D)
Lunch: Chinese lunch at a local restaurant
Tonight we enjoy Peking Duck Dinner
One bottled water per pax.
Day 5 Beijing
After breakfast, enjoy a free day at leisure to shop and explore.(B)
Day 6 Beijing - Home City
Utilize free time to finish up any shopping or sightseeing in the morning. Say goodbye to Beijing as you are transferred to the airport to board your flight home. (B)
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