Boutique Series E: 15 Days Golden Triangle Culture Experience Tour from $3269
Tian‘anmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Chinese Dumpling Making At Hutong, Hutong Tour, Kungfu Show, Nanjing Road, The Bund, Yu Garden, Chenghuang Miao, MOCA Shanghai, Jinmao Tower, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, Jade Buddha Temple, Xitang Ancient Water Town, Humble Administrator Garden, Silk Factory No.1, Tiger Hill, Hanshan Temple, Wangshi Garden , Classical Night Garden , Grand Canal Cruise, Yellow Mountain, Hongcun Village, Xidi Village, Hu Kaiwen Inkstick Factory, Tunxi Ancient Street, Tangyue Memorial Archways, Chengkan Village…
Tour Code: LBT-E Commencement Date: At your discretion Tour Type: Private & Customizable
Day 1 Arrive at Beijing Flight: TBA BY YOURSELF
Today’s Tour: Wangfujing Street, Nanluoguxiang Hutong, Airport/train Station To Hotel Transfer Accommodation: Duge Courtyard Beijing
Detailed Description- Duge Courtyard Beijing:
DuGe is the first designer courtyard boutique hotel in China. Its distinctive red-and-blue doors are inviting, promising and a little mysterious. From the moment guests step over the high threshold that characterizes traditional Chinese entrances, they are taken on a journey through time and design, in which traditional Chinese architecture frames sleek, lacquered contemporary furniture and rooms are illuminated by ornate, crystal chandeliers.
- Comments: (1) The only computer available to guests for accessing the Internet is at their front desk, which is a bit disruptive. on the other hand, it is free. (2) The room where we stayed (Golden Lotus) was quite small and cramped, although lovely.
- A unique Beijing experience that said something about the city and its history, rather than just another big chain or modern boutique hotel. The property is small, and thus provides exceptionally personalized service. More importantly, the overall experience of staying in a genuine Hutong courtyard house cannot be beat for the leisure tourist. The property itself was well-designed and updated with the latest furnishings and amenities.
- Wangfujing Street:
Stretching from Dongan Street in the south to the Chinese Art Gallery in the north, Wangfujing Street is the most famous shopping center in Beijing. This 810-meter long street is called “China No.1 Street” due to the large number of shops and the large flow of customers. It is well-known all over China for its comprehensiveness, fashion, high quality and sophisticated cultural activities.
- Nanluoguxiang Hutong:
Nanluogu Xiang (South Gong and Drum Lane, Nanluogu Alley) is among one of the oldest hutongs around and has a history of over 800 years. This 800-meter long North-South alleyway is filled with bars, cafes, restaurants, artsy little shops, souvenir shops and cute boutiques. It's worth to spend an hour or two walking through the little alley ways and hutongs around it.
- Airport/train Station To Hotel Transfer:
You will be met by your English-speaking guide and escorted to your hotel. Have a welcome dinner and get to know your guide and the city, check your itinerary with the guide, and begin your wonderful journey!
- Duge Courtyard Beijing:
Day 2 Beijing (B,L)
Today’s Tour: Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven , Forbidden City (With Treasure House & Hall of Clocks and Watches), Panjiayuan Market Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch,
Detailed Description- Tiananmen Square:
The heart of urban Beijing and large enough to accommodate an assembly of one million people. It stands in front of the Forbidden City, at its north the Tiananmen Rostrum, from which imperial decrees were promulgated.
- Temple of Heaven :
a masterpiece of architecture and landscape design which simply and graphically illustrates a cosmogony of great importance for the evolution of one of the world's great civilizations, and had a profound influence on architecture and planning in the Far East over many centuries. You can see lots of Beijingers practicing Taichi in the morning and you can join them.
- Forbidden City (With Treasure House & Hall of Clocks and Watches):
Built between 1406 and 1420, the Forbidden City was the palace of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties, a period extending over 500 years. The atmosphere created by the many temples, halls and courtyards - not to mention the colors of the tiles, roofs and painted wood - is unique, leaving you with a lasting impression of imperial China. The palace has over 9000 rooms. Treasure Houses takes up about 220 square metres. There are more than 440 treasures on display belonged to Qing dynasty royalty,most of which have not never been on display in the past time. Hall of Clocks and Wathches: It is located in the east of the Inner Court outside the Gate of Respect Movement (Jing Yun Men). This exhibition hall houses about 200 clocks and watches from the imperial collection. Those watches and clocks are mostly made in Switzerland, England, France, the U.S and Japan, with some Chinese made timepieces on display as well.
- Panjiayuan Market :
Panjiayuan Market is the biggest flea market in China. Sellers in the market are from a variety of backgrounds, such as the following ethnic minority groups: Hui, Miao, Dong, Uyghur, Mongolian, and Korean. You can find as many collectables here as you want with a reasonable price.(The best time to visit Panjiayuan Market is at weekend.)
- Tiananmen Square:
Day 3 Beijing (B,L)
Today’s Tour: Cable Car at Mutianyu Great Wall (Round Trip), Ding Tomb(about 1 hour drive, be careful of the slippery steps), Mutianyu Great Wall Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch,
Detailed Description- Cable Car at Mutianyu Great Wall (Round Trip):
You can take cable car up and down to experience a birdview of the less untouched Great Wall at Mutianyu section.
- Ding Tomb(about 1 hour drive, be careful of the slippery steps):
Also known as the “13 Tombs”, this is the burial site of 13 Emperors of the Ming Dynasty. The tombs are located at the Tianshou Mountain of Changping District. From 1409, the first tomb called “Changling Tomb” was built and the last tomb called “Siling Tomb” was constructed in 1644. Altogether, there are now 13 tombs of Emperors, 23 of Empresses, 2 of Princes, about 30 concubines, and eunuch.
- Mutianyu Great Wall:
Located in Huairou County 70km northeast of Beijing, Mutianyu section of Great Wall is connected with Juyongguan Pass in the west and Gubeikou Gateway in the east. As one of the best-preserved parts of the Great Wall, Mutianyu section of Great Wall used to serve as the northern barrier defending the capital and the imperial tombs. First built in the mid-6th during the Northern Qi dynasty, Mutianyu Great Wall is older, less crowded, more original than Badaling Great Wall. (less crownded, about 2.5 hours drive, comfort for seniors by taking cable car up and down)
- Cable Car at Mutianyu Great Wall (Round Trip):
Day 4 Beijing (B,L)
Today’s Tour: Chinese Dumpling Making At Hutong, Hutong Tour Night Activity: Kungfu Show Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch,
Detailed Description- Kungfu Show:
Enjoy Chinese Kungfu Show at world famous Red Theater with VIP seats.
- Chinese Dumpling Making At Hutong:
The jiaozi is a Chinese dumpling which consists of meat and minced vegetables wrapped into a piece of dough. Popular meat fillings include shrimp, ground lamb, ground pork, ground beef, and even fish. Jiaozi are usually steamed or boiled. If they are fried, they are called potstickers. Compared to wontons, jiaozis have a thicker skin and are longer.
You will have about 1 to 2 hours Chinese Dumpling making at a local Beijinger' in Hutong. They are local Beijingers but they know how to teach you make the dumpling as well as ways to enjoy it.
- Hutong Tour:
You will travel by taking a rickshaw or called pedicab, visit a local famliy in a traditional courtyard, talk to the host and hostess, perhaps on your are interested in topics such as a beijinger's daily life, etc. Finally we will climp up the Drum Tower where you can have a bird's eye view of the old Beijing city.
- Kungfu Show:
Day 5 Beijing - Shanghai (B,L) Flight: TBA BY US
Today’s Tour: Nanjing Road, The Bund, Yu Garden, Chenghuang Miao Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch, Accommodation: Mansion Hotel Shanghai 32 Rooms
Detailed Description- Mansion Hotel Shanghai 32 Rooms:
Originally designed by French architect Lafayette in 1932, the boutique hotel is China's first deluxe City Heritage Boutique Hotel. With its unique historical heritage, the Mansion Boutique Hotel captures the essence of old Shanghai, a period when this great city was considered the ‘Paris of the Orient'. The villas design reflects this wonderful era gone by with its graceful fusion of Classic French and Asian architecture that makes the Mansion Hotel a city heritage landmark in Shanghai.
- Nanjing Road:
West Nanjing Road features a number of up-market shopping centers, office buildings, and some other retail outlets. Many of Shanghai’s oldest and largest department stores are located at East Nanjing Road. Despite, there is a variety of domestic retail outlets and some traditional delicacies with a long history. The Park Hotel there is Shanghai’s most well-known historical hotels.
- The Bund:
The Bund (Wai tan) is the one of the best-known landmarks that cannot be missed in Shanghai. It is considered as China’s “Wall Street”. The architectures on the Bund are described as an “Exhibition of World Architecture”. It is a busy commercial street during daytime. But, when the lights of various colors are on at night, the buildings at the Bund along the Huangpu River are just like crystal palaces, reflecting a sense of luxury and elegance. The Bund symbolizes that Shanghai is the fastest-developing city in China.
- Yu Garden:
Yuyuan Garden locates near the City God Temple in Shanghai. It is one of the more exquisite gardens in Southern China with a history of over 40 years. Although repaired for many times, each hall, pavilion, stream, stone and so on in the garden expresses the essence of the landscape design of the Ming and Qing Dynasty in Southern China.
- Chenghuang Miao:
Shanghai City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao) is a Taoist temple known for its long history and grand architecture. The temple is also a traditionally commercial district that hosts annual temple fair events and a range of shops, restaurants, teahouses. Most of the buildings of the stores have a history of more than a hundred years old.
- Mansion Hotel Shanghai 32 Rooms:
Day 6 Shanghai (B,L)
Today’s Tour: MOCA Shanghai, Jinmao Tower(Top View), Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, Jade Buddha Temple Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch,
Detailed Description- MOCA Shanghai:
Having earned a reputation as a pace-setter for contemporary art in Shanghai, this non-profit museum has premier exhibits of Chinese and foreign art regularly making their way into its large, modern digs. Besides aiming to help nurture the appreciation of Chinese and international contemporary art and design, MoCA hopes to encourage cultural exchange between Shanghai and the world.
- Jinmao Tower(Top View):
Shanghai Jin Mao Tower, 420.5 meters in height, is the third highest building in mainland China. It is an intelligent building combining office space, hotel, and exhibition center, entertainment, sightseeing, and shopping together. The five-star Shanghai Grand Hyatt Hotel, occupying from floor 53 to floor 87 with 555 rooms, is the highlight of the Jin Mao Tower.
- Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall:
Located on People’s Square, the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall displays the overall urban planning and development of Shanghai and besides exhibitions, it offers data searching, education, leisure, and sightseeing services. A 1:200 giant model of the city center which takes up an area of 800 square meters is displayed.
- Jade Buddha Temple:
There are two jade Buddha statues in the Jade Buddha Temple which were imported from Burma in 1882: the sitting Buddha and the reclining Buddha. They are considered as treasure in the art of Buddhism. The Tripitaka Sutra published in the reign of Emperor Qianlong is kept in the Jade Buddha Temple in full text, consisting of 7,000 volumes in total. There are also the Meditation Hall, Vegetarian Canteen, Charity and Virtue Hall, Bronze Buddha Hall and Hall of Goddess of Mercy and so on.
- MOCA Shanghai:
Day 7 Shanghai (B,L)
Today’s Tour: Xitang Ancient Water Town, Cruise Tour at Xitang Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch,
Detailed Description- Xitang Ancient Water Town:
Being one of the 6 ancient towns in Southern China, Xitang is town with natural scenery in Jiashan County, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Proviince. Xitang Ancient Town is less than 100 kilometers away from the city center of Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou. The biggest difference of Xitang from other ancient towns is that all the corridor streets by the rivers have ceilings. The length of the ceilinged corridors is about 1,000 meters. Another difference is that in this waterside town, residents make full use of every piece of land available. The shops or houses are very close to one another, forming about 120 narrow alleys, only letting through 2 people at a time.
- Cruise Tour at Xitang:
You will enjoy a cruise in Xitang to enjoy the very famous ancient water town there.
- Xitang Ancient Water Town:
Day 8 Shanghai (B) Flight: TBA BY YOURSELF
Today’s Tour: Hotel to Airport/Train Station Transfer Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel
Detailed Description- Hotel to Airport/Train Station Transfer:
You will be escorted to the airport/train station for your flight/train to your next destination. Please double check your luggage, stuffs, visa and passport.
- Hotel to Airport/Train Station Transfer:
Day 9 Suzhou (B,L,D)
Today’s Tour: Humble Administrator Garden, Silk Factory No.1, Tiger Hill , Hanshan Temple (Cold Mountain Temple) Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch, Dinner at well-selected local restaurants Accommodation: Sofitel Suzhou
Detailed Description- Sofitel Suzhou:
Located downtown in the heart of the old city, Sofitel Suzhou is just half an hour from Shanghai via fast train. Two key landmarks, Xuan Miao Temple and Guanqian Street, are located within easy walking distance. Boasting traditional Chinese design and incorporating the upmarket new Xuan Miao Shopping Plaza Downtown, Sofitel Suzhou features 314 beautiful rooms set around two indoor atriums. Facilities include a Cantonese and Western restaurant, bar, library, health club and outdoor swimming pool.
- Humble Administrator Garden:
Covering 51,950 sq.m,the Humble Administrator's Garden is the largest of all classical gardens in Suzhou . It is centered upon the broad expanse of a lake, making up about one fifth of the total area. With well spaced buildings, the garden landscape and water scape are simple, extensive and natural, possessing the traditional appearances of the Ming Dynasty. It is divided into three parts; the eastern, middle and the western parts. The house lies in the south of the garden.
- Silk Factory No.1:
Tourists are allowed to visit Suzhou No.1 Silk Factory and experience the process of producing silk with ancient machines. When you enter the factory you will see the process of silk manufacturing from silkworm to silk. There are even live silkworms eating mulberry on display. It will be such an impressive experience that will make you appreciate silk more. There are many silk products on sale, from silk quilts, scarves, ties, to qipaos and pajamas, and so on. Every piece of silk product is of high quality and reasonable price.
- Tiger Hill :
With a history of over 2500 years, the Tiger Hill Scenic Spot has a famous tourist destination in Suzhou for hundreds of years and is known for its natural beauty as well as historical and cultural heritages. It has been ranked as a 4A (the highest being 5A) scenic spot in China. The most famous scenic spots are the Yunyan Temple Pagoda standing on top of the Tiger Hill and the Sword Pool.
- Hanshan Temple (Cold Mountain Temple):
Hanshan Temple Scenic Spot of Suzhou is a provincial scenic spot of Jiangsu , which lies on the side of the ancient canal 3.5 kilometers west to Suzhou and covers 45 hectares. With many places of interest and four provincial preservation units of historical and cultural relics in the scenic spot, the humanistic scenes are plentiful and the natural sights are beautiful.
- Sofitel Suzhou:
Day 10 Suzhou - Hangzhou (B,L,D)
Today’s Tour: Wangshi (Fisherman) Garden , Classical Night Garden , Grand Canal Cruise, Panmen Scenic Area Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch, Dinner at well-selected local restaurants
Detailed Description- Wangshi (Fisherman) Garden :
The Master of the Nets Garden of Suzhou is one of the finest gardens in China. Differing from other gardens in Suzhou, Master of the Nets Garden demonstrates the harmonious combination of art, nature, and architecture, enabling the garden to be as impressive as other gardens in Suzhou. It is said that this garden has inspired many visitors intellectually and spiritually because of the poetic and artistic features of the Master of the Nets garden. It will surely be an incredible garden tour experience for visitors.
- Classical Night Garden :
- Grand Canal Cruise:
Taking a cruise on the old Canal can give one a full view of the landscape of a typical river town in southern China including age-old dwelling houses, stone bridges of traditional designs and historical relics. A peep into local customs and habits can offer much delight to the traveler.
- Panmen Scenic Area:
Located in the southwest of Suzhou City, Panmen Gate is one of the symbols of ancient Suzhou. Now an important part of the Panmen Scenic Area, Panmen Gate is the only gate of both land and water in China. On top of the gate, one can see the canons of the Qing Dynasty and a stone portcullis that was once used to block the gate.
- Wangshi (Fisherman) Garden :
Day 11 Hangzhou (B)
Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel
Detailed DescriptionDay 12 Huangshan (B,L) Flight:On Your Own
Today’s Tour: Yellow Mountain, Yungu Cable Car Up Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch, Accommodation: Huangshan Beihai Hotel
Detailed Description- Huangshan Beihai Hotel:
This famous 4-star hotel is conveniently situated, close to Yungu Cableway station and sunrise observation space. Many Huangshan famous sights such as Lion Peak, Shixin Peak, and West-sea Grand Canyon are all within walking distance. This hotel is very popular for its location and hosting many celerities.
- Yellow Mountain:
Huangshan Mountain (Yellow Mountain) is considered as the most fantastic mountain under heaven. The charm of Mount Huangshan lies in its 5 supreme sights on the mountain: the gorgeous scene of sunrise, strange pines, fantastic rocks, the sea of clouds and hot springs. All beauties of Nature can be found in Mount Huangshan. There are so many for you to explore in Huangshan-a place that has attracted and inspired millions of people.
- Yungu Cable Car Up:
Our guide will company you to take the Yungu cable car up to the mountain, enjoy the sight on the cable car.
- Huangshan Beihai Hotel:
Day 13 Huangshan (B,L)
Today’s Tour: Yungu Cable Car Down, Hongcun Village, Xidi Village Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch, Accommodation: Zhulan Bar In Xidi village
Detailed Description- Zhulan Bar In Xidi village:
Li Guoyu, the inn's hostess is an artist from Shanghai who bought the house in 2004. After two years of renovations, the three-story building opened its door to visitors as an inn. Soon it was given the "indelicate" name Zhulan which literally means "pigpen."
- Yungu Cable Car Down:
Our guide will company you to take the Yungu cable car down to the mountain, enjoy the sight on the cable car.
- Hongcun Village:
With a history of about 900 years, Hongcun is known as the “Village in a Painting” in China. Almost each photo you take in Hongcun Village looks like a charming and realistic painting with artistic conception. The bird’s eye view of the whole village is in shape of a large buffalo which is considered as one of the wonders in the history of construction. The residences, waterways, streets, alleys, and even the decoration of the interior house of Hongcun Village remain the original conditions. In 2000, together with Xidi Village, they were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Xidi Village:
Xidi is an ancient village with a history of more than 960 years. It is considered as a “Utopia” due to the fact that there is more beauty than one can take in and the well-preserved residences complements to the beauty. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000 together with Hongcun Village. Many artists, architects, sculptors, painters, and photographers from home and abroad have come to visit Xidi Village because it is also considered as a source of inspiration.
- Zhulan Bar In Xidi village:
Day 14 Huangshan (B,L)
Today’s Tour: Hu Kaiwen Inkstick Factory, Tunxi Ancient Street , Tangyue Memorial Archways, Chengkan Village Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, Chinese Lunch,
Detailed Description- Hu Kaiwen Inkstick Factory:
Ink sticks are one of China’s “Four Treasures of the Study”. The four treasures are the brush, paper, ink stick, and ink stone. Huangshan has been famous for centuries for production of these treasures.
- Tunxi Ancient Street :
Tunxi Ancient Street was originally built during the Song Dynasty. With a history of hundreds of years, this street is lined with architectures from the Song, Ming, and Qing Dynasty. Tunxi Ancient Street is among the best-preserved ancient streets in China. Tunxi Ancient Street is just like an artist’s gallery where you can find almost any souvenirs that are full of Chinese cultural connotation and at reasonable prices.
- Tangyue Memorial Archways:
Tangyue Memorial Archways stand at Tangyue Village of Shexian County. The set of seven memorial archways are the most significant and majestic. They were designed as the embodiment of morality and built to honor those who made great contributions to the Dynasty. These memorial archways have been used in numerous Chinese movies or TV shows including the masterwork Dream of Red Mansions.
- Chengkan Village:
Situating next to Mount Huagshan, Chengkan village is a mysterious but frugal village. It is fascinating with a combination of natural beautiful scenery and the splendid Hui culture. Up to now, it has a history of more than 1700 years. Since the ancient times, Chengkan village has been considered as a valuable land with a good geomantic omen because it is inside the “the Eight Diagrams”. When you visit here, you will feel that it is so peaceful and everything just matches perfectly for you.
- Hu Kaiwen Inkstick Factory:
Day 15 Departure Huangshan (B) Flight:TBA On Your Own
Today’s Tour: Hotel to Airport/Train Station Transfer Today’s Meals: Breakfast at your hotel
Detailed Description- Hotel to Airport/Train Station Transfer:
You will be escorted to the airport/train station for your flight/train to your next destination. Please double check your luggage, stuffs, visa and passport.
- Hotel to Airport/Train Station Transfer:
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| 2 - 5 Persons | $ 3269 | $ 3632 | |
| 6 - 9 Persons | $ 2844 | $ 3207 | |
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