Day 01: Arrive Beijing (D)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Arriving at Beijing, the capital of China, meet the guide at the airport and transfer to check in hotel. Enjoy welcome dinner tonight.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in BeijingWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 02: Beijing (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
This morning we visit the Great Wall, where walk along one of the its most impressive sections. After lunch we visit the Changling Tomb, the largest and best preserved of all the Ming Tombs. It is the joint tomb of Yongle, the third emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and his empress, Xu.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
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Day 03: Beijing – Xi’an (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Today we visit the Forbidden City. Dominating the north side of Tiananmen Square, the massive red Tiananmen Gate allows us to pass into the fabled old palace to see the home of the royal family and their court during China’s Ming and Qing Dynasties. In the afternoon we fly to Xi’an by flight.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in Xi’anWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 04: Xi’an (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Following breakfast, we visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum. The thousands of life size soldiers and horses were created to guard the tomb of Qin Shi Huangdi, the first Emperor to unite China. The royal tomb itself has yet to be opened but the rank upon rank of Warriors is a sight that is unrivaled anywhere in the world. In the afternoon we visit the Great Mosque, built in 742 during the Tang Dynasty. The traditional Chinese-style architecture makes this mosque quite distinct from its Arabic counterparts.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in Xi’anWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 05: Xi’an – Xining (B)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
In the morning we fly to Xining by flight. In the afternoon we board the train for the overnight trip to Lhasa.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight on trainWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 06: Arrive Lhasa by trainWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
We arrive in Lhasa in the afternoon, transfer from the train to our hotel. The day free to explore this special city.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in LhasaWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 07: Lhasa (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Today we visit the Potala Palace, the traditional home to the Dalai Llamas and Tibet’s best-known landmark. In the afternoon, we visit the Jokhang Temple, the most important pilgrimage center for Tibetan Buddhists and the home of the Sakyamuni Buddha, followed by a stroll through the colorful bazaar. Last visit the Tibet Medicine Museum.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in LhasaWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 08: Lhasa – Shigatse (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
We drive to Yam droktso, one of Tibet’s three holy lakes. It is located 68 miles outside of Lhasa. The drive takes 3 1/2 hours on the winding mountain road which climbs over the snow pass of Kambala at 16,500 feet. The dazzling lake lies several hundred feet below the road, and in clear weather is a fabulous shade of deep turquoise. Far in the distance is the huge massif of Mt. Nojin Kangtsang (23,592'). Overnight in Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in ShigatseWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 09: Shigatse –Tingri (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
In the morning we drive on to Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama, the second most important spiritual leader of Tibet, then continue on to Tingri.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in TingriWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 10: Tingri – Everest Base Camp (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Today we drive on from Tingri to Everest Base Camp. On a clear day, we can see the huge sweep of the Himalayan range. When we finally get to Base Camp, the first sight of Everest will leave us speechless. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in Everest Base CampWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 11: Everest Base Camp – Shigaste (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
This morning we head back to Shigaste, where we can relax and explore this laid back city.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 12: Shigaste – Lhasa (B/L )WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Today, after touring Shigatse, we continue our drive back to Lhasa.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in LhasaWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 13: Lhasa – Shangri-la (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Morning is free till transfer to airport take flight to Shangri-la, located on the doorstep of Tibet. Formerly named Zhongdian, the city was officially renamed “Shangri-La” in 2001. Pick up and check in the hotel. Tonight enjoy the old town and market and enjoy the nightly dance in the main square. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in Shangri-laWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 14: Shangri-la (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
In the morning we visit Songzanlin Monastery — the largest Buddhist monastery in Yunnan Province — which was built in 1679 after the fifth Dalai Lama chose the site through divination. We then head into the mountains along the Tibet-Yunnan highway to visit the remote Dong Zhu Lin Monastery and view the First Bend of the Jinsha River (the local name for the Yangtze).WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in Shangri-laWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 15: Shangri-la – Lijiang (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Today we travel to the spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest river canyons in the world, where the Jinsha River thunders between massive mountains in a series of rapids. Legend has it that a tiger, trying to escape from a hunter, leapt across the gorge at its narrowest point—a distance over 80 feet! We continue to the town of Lijiang, one of the best-preserved ancient towns in China, where we walk through a maze of cobblestone streets and canals. In the evening we enjoy a concert of Naxi Ancient Music, a traditional ethnic artform performed by octogenarian musicians from the Naxi tribe. During the Mao era they buried their instruments to prevent them from being destroyed. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in LijiangWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 16: Lijiang (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
We visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a small, cloud-enshrouded mountain range of 13 peaks that resembles a dragon lying in the clouds. It’s highest peak, Shanzidou (18,359 ft.), has never been summited. We ride a cable car to a glacier to experience the majesty of this massif up close. In the afternoon we travel to Baisha Village to see the famous Baisha Murals. Painted over a period of 300 years by expert artists from different nations and religions, each colorful and detailed scene contains at least 100 unique portraits. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in LijiangWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 17: Lijiang – Dali (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
We travel to Dali, an ancient city that first appeared on a map in the 2nd century AD. Its abundant historical sites, colorful ethnic culture and beautiful natural setting make it a popular destination. We visit the Three Pagodas—the largest, 230 ft. tall, was built over 1100 years ago. In the afternoon we stroll through Dali Old Town, former site of the capital city of the Nanzhao and Bai Kingdoms. At its heyday it was the economic and cultural capital of Yunnan. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in DaliWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 18: Dali – Jinghong (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
In the morning we visit the Xizhou morning market, Bai Villiage and Zhouchen Village. After lunch we’ll transfer to the airport for the flight to Jinghong. Pick up and transfer to the Mekong, we explore Wild Elephant Valley. A nature reserve for elephants, this valley is covered by rainforests, crisscrossed by rivers and streams, and teeming with such endangered species as wild Asian elephants and green peacocks. We take a half-hour cable car ride through the primitive rainforest.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in JinghongWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 19: Jinghong – Kunming (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
In the morning we travel to Ganlanba, a traditional Dai town, where we visit the morning market, Dai water villages, the Burmese Temple and Rubber Orchard. Then transfer to take flight to KunmingWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in KunmingWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 20: Kunming (B/L/D)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Today we depart on a full-day tour of the Stone Forest, a vast limestone karst formation. An immense expanse of water covered the area 270 million years ago, but geologic uplift exposed the floor to the elements, which over millenia eroded the stone into myriad peaks, pinnacles and caves. Humans, animals and mythical beasts can be seen in surreal formations that tower overhead. Today’s lunch is Yunnan local flavour Yiliang Roast Duck. Then drive back to Kunming.WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Overnight in KunmingWWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 21: Kunming – Shanghai (B/D)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Morning is free till take flight to Shanghai. Pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Enjoy farewell dinner tonight. Evening have a night boat trip on Huangpu River. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Day 22: Shanghai (B/L)WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
Shanghai is a city that must be seen to be appreciated. You will see something of its history at the Shanghai Museum on People’s Square with its fine collection of cultural relics. Then we will visit the Yuyuan Garden. Laid out in the 16th century by a Ming official, this small (2 hectares) garden is a delight of pools, pavilions and rock gardens. Strolling through the bazaar surrounding the garden, you will find lines of stores that sell traditional Chinese arts and crafts. And then visit Chenghuang Bazaar. Next comes The Bund, one of the most famous thoroughfares in China and here you will see a collection of buildings dating from the 1930’s displaying their western influence and fulfilling the role of the commercial heart of Shanghai. After lunch, transfer to airport to take you departure flight. WWWwww.Chinakindnesstour.com
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