TRAVEL SCHEDULE
| DAYS | CITIES | TOUR HIGHLIGHTS | ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beijing | Airport/Train Station Pickup | Hotel |
| 2 | Beijing | Forbidden City, Summer Palace | Hotel |
| 3 | Beijing | Mutianyu Great Wall, Overnight Train | Train |
| 4 | Xi’an | Terra Cotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Bell & Drum Tower, Muslim Street | Hotel |
| 5 | Lhasa | Gonggar Airport Pickup/Drop-off | Hotel |
| 6 | Lhasa | Potala Palace, Jokhang, Barkhor Street | Hotel |
| 7 | Lhasa | Drepung Monastery, Sera Lama Debating | Hotel |
| 8 | Shanghai | Pudong/Hongqiao Airport Pickup | Hotel |
| 9 | Shanghai | Taichi in the Park, Yuyuan Garden, the Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, Xintiandi | Hotel |
| 10 | Shanghai | Airport/Train Station Transfer | / |
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
| PRICE INCLUDES | PRICE EXCLUDES |
|---|---|
| Permits: All required permits to Tibet include a Tibet Entry Permit and Travel Permit(Chinese visa not included). | China Visa: You should apply for it in your country. (except for flying from Nepal). If any visa invitation is needed, please inform us. Visa Invitation is a free offer. |
| Accommodations: Well-selected 3/4-star hotels with breakfasts (or you can upgrade to better levels with extra charges). | Flights: No international or domestic flights included. |
| Transport: From 5-seat cars to 61-seat tour buses, different types based on group size, but all are new and comfortable. Gas fees and parking fees are all included. | Meals: No lunches or dinners included (your guide can make recommendations according to your needs). |
| Entrance Tickets: All included except for optional activities. | Tips: Tips to tour guide and driver. |
| Guide: A knowledgeable English-speaking Tibetan guide will escort you for the trip. | Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, snacks, soft drinks, optional tour activities. |
| Travel Insurance: A free one from a Chinese insurance company, but you should buy one from your country for better insurance services. | Extra Expenses: Additional days’ cost caused due to unexpected situations such as natural disasters, political incidents, or any other force majeure. |
Is it possible to spend just 10 days traveling the whole of China? Our “China Impression Tour” is a symphony of history, culture, and modernity. This trip is not a tour of four cities, actually, it’s from the ancient dynasties to modern marvels containing China’s past and future.
Walk along the Great Wall, a testament to human ingenuity, and stand in awe of the Forbidden City’s intricate architecture. Continue to Xi’an, home to the legendary Terracotta Warriors. Next, venture to the mystical realm of Lhasa. Experience the serenity of Jokhang Temple and join pilgrims on the Barkhor Circuit, a spiritual journey that winds through bustling markets and sacred sites. Conclude your expedition in Shanghai, a dazzling metropolis where the future meets tradition. Wander along the historic Bund, admire the futuristic skyline, and explore the elegant Yu Garden. Dive into the city’s vibrant arts and culture scene before bidding farewell to this unforgettable adventure.
| WHY TRAVEL WEST CHINA | NOT OTHER AGENCIES |
|---|---|
| No Hidden Charge: Hotels and admission tickets are included. Cost of the hotels will be excluded if you’d like to book on your own. |
Admission tickets and/or hotels excluded which can be a $100-500 surcharge. |
| More Unique Tours: We arrange more unique tour activities to experience local life. |
Just common city tours with a higher price. |
| Competitive Price but Excellent Service: We offer excellent service but competitive prices as a local licensed travel agency registered with the Tibet Tourism Bureau and Ministry of Culture and Tourism. |
Some are not real agencies but middlemen. Their services, even travel permits to remote areas cannot be guaranteed. |
