Golden Triangle

Exploring cultural attractions, man-made wonders and historical treasures in

the cities of Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai

9 Days / 7 Nights

Well tested itinerary and ready-to-go for any group size - pick your dates

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Tour Program Summary

China is a land of history and refinement unparalleled in the world. Attentive visitors are immersed in a sea of visual and cultural experiences unlike any other they may have had elsewhere. Each geographic area in China teems with its own identity as an energetic variation on the great theme of Chinese civilization. You will be amazed at how regions differ vastly yet express similar values and ideas.

This journey begins in Beijing with an exploration of the beauty of the imperial city and meetings with urban Chinese residents. Discover the splendor of China’s glorious past: the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and Great Wall. Also witness the dynamic and ever-changing life pace in today’s capital of China.

Flying on to Xi’an, once the largest city in the world. Visit and explore the Terracotta Warriors Museum in homage to Qinshihuang. It is considered China’s preeminent archaeological discovery. Tour other important historic sites including the ancient City Wall in the ancient Tang Dynasty capital.

The last stop of your tour is Shanghai, China’s most populous city and economic

powerhouse. The European Bund still retains the glamour of the colonial era; modern western pubs and bars and boutiques scatter all around the center of Shanghai. Visit the traditional Yuyuan Garden, charming French Concession, historic Jewish Synagogue, and spend some time exploring Shanghai Museum, the best in China.

Fly home from Shanghai.

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Tour Daily Itinerary

Day 01 depart Fly from your home city to Beijing, China on a cross-Pacific flight

Day 02 Beijing Arrive at Beijing Capital Airport, the world’s 2nd busiest airport. Met by

your private English-speaking guide upon arrival and transferred in private

vehicle with professional driver to the centrally located luxury hotel Hilton

Beijing Wangfujing (deluxe room) for check-in and refreshing.

Time permitting, follow your guide for a walking tour of Wangfujing

Street and the bustling Donghuamen Night Market where exotic food and

snacks are for you to see and taste. Dinner is on your own.

Day 03 Beijing Enjoy your breakfast in hotel. Then, meet your guide in the hotel lobby

this morning and begin your exploration of Beijing from Tiananmen

Square, the largest public square in the world. Then make a photo-stop at

The Egg - the National Performing Art Center. Walk through the Gate of

Heavenly Peace and enter the Forbidden City, imperial palaces of the

Ming and Qing Dynasties for a total of five centuries. After the tour,

enjoy a French Cuisine Lunch in Temple Restaurant.

After lunch, drive to the traditional Hutong neighborhood. Here,

you will see the part of Beijing where lifestyles have not changed much

since the Imperial era. You can witness elders playing Chinese chess or

mahjong, and perhaps hear the pitch singing of a knife sharpener.

Transfer back to hotel to freshen up. In the evening, go to Dadong

Restaurant and enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner. Return to hotel. <B-L-D>

Day 04 Beijing Early breakfast in hotel. Go with your guide to visit the Temple of Heaven

this morning. The temple's main hall is considered to be both monumental

and delicate in architecture. It was constructed in the 15th century without

the use of a single nail. You will see local Chinese residents enjoying their

morning exercises such as Tai Chi, Qigong and even ballroom dancing.

Stop by the Ancient Observatory for a brief visit.

Return to your hotel for a break and have lunch on your own. In the

afternoon, tour the Summer Palace – the royal playground and summer

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retreat during the late Qing Dynasty using the tax money earmarked for a

modern navy. Enjoy a boat ride on Kunming Lake in the park.

Tonight enjoy an Imperial Cuisine Dinner at the Baijiadayuan

Courtyard Restaurant. Transfer back to hotel. <B-D>

Day 05 Xi’an Breakfast in hotel. Pack up and check out. Take a private excursion to the

Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of the best preserved parts of the Great Wall.

This is a particularly rugged section of the wall, more scenic and less visited

by large tour groups. Take round trip cable up and down the wall.

Later, enjoy a stroll in the mountain village and have lunch in a

good village restaurant.

Afternoon transfer to Beijing airport and fly MU2114 (1655-1910)

to Xi’an, capital of Shaanxi Province. Xian was the capital of China through

many dynasties and it was also the starting point of the ancient Silk Road.

Met by your private guide upon arrival and transfer to Shangri-la

Hotel Xi'an (deluxe room). Evening is free and dinner is on your own. <B-L>

Day 06 Xi'an After breakfast in hotel, drive to Lintong County to see the world famous

Terracotta Warriors Site & Museum. This is one of the greatest archeological

finds of the 20th century. You will see an underground army of soldiers,

horses and chariots made of terra cotta and bronze, excavated on the site,

and displayed in three huge halls. Each statue seems to be based upon a live

model with a distinct personality. Have lunch in a local restaurant.

After an extensive visit to this famous site, return to the city and

visit the massive Ancient City Wall and the Big Goose Pagoda which was

first built in the Tang Dynasty (7th to 10th century AD). Time permitting, your

guide will lead you for a walk in the Muslim Market near the Great Mosque.

In the evening, enjoy a Local Cuisine Dinner in Wenhaoshifu. <B-L-D>

Day 07 Shanghai Breakfast in hotel. Transfer to Xi'an airport and fly MU2153 (1000-1155) to

Shanghai. After you landed, meet your private guide and transfer to hotel

for check-in, your own lunch and refreshing.

Enjoy a guided afternoon tour of the Bund and Yuyuan Garden in

the old town followed by a delicious Shanghai Cuisine Dinner in Xi Garden

Restaurant; then go with guide to a local theater for a stunning Shanghai

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Acrobatic Show. Transfer back to Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai (Fairmont

room) after the show. <B-D>

Day 08 Shanghai Breakfast in hotel; visit the charming and leafy Former French Concession and

Shanghai Museum in the morning; enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.

Afternoon tour the Tianzifang Neighborhood Market and historic

Ohel Moshe Synagogue ; transfer back to hotel late afternoon and balance of

the day is free for your own relaxation and dinner is on your own. <B-L>

Day 09 return Breakfast in hotel; transfer to airport and fly home on your own flight. <B>

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Changes to Itinerary: Access Asia Tours has made all possible attempts to ensure the accuracy of tour itineraries.

Circumstances beyond our control may occur. We reserve the right to change itineraries, sightseeing activities, and common

carriers, and to substitute hotels when necessary. Service of a similar category and standard will be maintained if such

changes are made. The Service Voucher in your last pre-departure packet will provide the operational itinerary summary,

final transport and hotel information.

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Luxury Hotels Selected for This Tour

Hilton Beijing Wangfujing

Shangri-la Hotel Xi'an

Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai

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Tour Land Price Inclusions & Exclusions

Tour Land Prices: from $2,998 USD per person double occupancy (2-5 travelers in one group)

from $2,765 USD per person double occupancy (6-9 travelers in one group)

We will quote the exact price for your tour depending on the season and availability once you have chosen your tour dates

What's Included in Tour Land Price:

• Arrival and departure private transfers on tour dates with private guide, driver, and vehicle

• Luxury class hotel accommodations, double occupancy

• Coach class Chinese domestic air and ground transportation while on tour

• All tour related Chinese domestic taxes

• Ground transportation and luggage (1 piece of 45 pounds per person) handling during tour

• Pre-departure information packets • All sightseeing, activities, and cultural events listed in the itinerary • All entrance fees for the listed sightseeing activities in the itinerary

• All meals as listed in the tour itinerary (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner)

• Service of a private professional English-speaking local tour guide in each city • Private and clean vehicles with air-conditioning and professional driver

What's Not Included in 'Tour Land Prices'

• International air tickets (please call us for a quote if you need assistance)

• Chinese visa processing (www.mychinavisa.com or www.mychinavisa.ca)

• Trip cancellation, baggage, accident, and medical insurance

• Gratuities to guides and drivers

• Other items not listed and/or specified as included in the itinerary

Cancellation Policy: All cancellation notices must be received in writing and will become effective as of the date of receipt by your travel

agency or Access Asia Tours. We assess cancellation fees of all tours according to the following schedule:

90 days or more prior to departure * ................................................................................. $300 per person

89 to 60 days prior to departure * ..................................................................................... $600 per person 59 to 30 days prior to departure * ..................................................................................... $900 per person

29 to 15 days prior to departure * ..................................................................................... $1200 per person

* Plus any charges assessed by government agencies, land suppliers, cruise companies and airlines.

Within 14 days of departure .............100% forfeiture of the tour price per person

Your travel agency and Access Asia Tours will not grant partial refunds for any unused trip arrangements after the trip has commenced or

any refunds to participants who do not complete any portion of the itinerary. Any airline tickets issued are subject to the carrier’s refund

and cancellation policy. We strongly recommend you purchase trip cancellation/interruption insurance to protect your travel

investment. Your travel agency and Access Asia Tours reserves the right to cancel any tour(s) that has only one traveler signed up. In this

case, we will try to find an alternative tour for tour participant. If this is not acceptable, all money paid will be refunded in full and this will

constitute full and final settlement for the client. However, your travel agency and Access Asia Tours will not be responsible for any

expenses incurred by tour participants (e.g., non-refundable “advance purchase” air tickets, insurance & medical expenses, passport and

visa expenses, etc.). If a tour is forced to be cancelled due to government’s travel warnings, declared or undeclared wars, hostilities, civil disturbances, strike, riot, epidemic, and quarantines, your travel agency and Access Asia Tours will refund all participants’ payment less

any irretrievable expenses and loss (visa fees, airline penalties, communication cost, and non-refundable booking cost, etc.)