EXPLORE THE CAPITAL OF CHINA
China, with its vast area ranking among the largest in the world, has the highest population in the world, many natural and man-made scenic spots, and a rich and diverse culture that is similar to Vietnam. Chinese culture has a long historical background, which is why tourism in China has also developed strongly.
SHANGHAI – BEIJING – HANGZHOU – WUZHEN
Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
Airline: Cathay Pacific or Vietnam Airlines
Departure: Monthly schedule
*Child ticket policy, please contact Customer Service Hotline 0857 737479
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROGRAM
- Explore the "Great Wall" - a World Wonder, visible from the moon, a magnificent historical architectural achievement of China.
- "Tiananmen Square" with an area of 50 hectares is the largest square in the world.
- Visit the "Forbidden City" (Imperial Palace) famous for its historical significance or visit the Temple of Heaven - built in 1420, the largest altar among the four altars in Beijing, a royal worship center ** (If tickets for the Forbidden City are sold out during peak season) ** Mandatory shopping stops: Dao, Tea, Dong Ren Tang pharmacy, Pixiu or rubber, Jade.
- Stroll around West Lake "Three Ponds Mirroring the Moon" with an area of 6.7 km², a famous freshwater lake located in the west of Hangzhou city.
- Wuzhen (West) with its stone-paved streets and intricately carved wooden structures. It has almost preserved its architecture and living customs for over 1,000 years.
DAY 01: HO CHI MINH CITY – SHANGHAI (Lunch, dinner on the plane)
08:00 Guests gather at Tan Son Nhat Airport, the tour leader guides guests to check-in for the flight to Hong Kong, then connect to the flight to Shanghai.
20:15 The local guide and vehicle pick up the group, then take guests to the hotel to check in and rest.
Overnight in Shanghai.
DAY 02: SHANGHAI (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Morning: Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then the bus takes the group to visit:
- Jade Buddha Temple, Nanpu Bridge, the new bustling area, Thanh Hoang Temple.
- The Bund, from here you can take photos of the panoramic view of famous architectural works such as the Oriental Pearl Tower – the tallest tower in Asia and the third tallest in the world, Jin Mao Tower (Construction of the tower began in 1994 and was completed in 1999. Jin Mao Tower continuously ranked first in the list of the tallest buildings in mainland China for 8 consecutive years (from 1999 to 2007). Until the Shanghai World Financial Center was built), Shanghai Financial Center… along with many other unique architectures.
Noon: The group has lunch, after which guests are free to shop on Nanjing Road.
- Guests can participate in a cruise program on the Huangpu River to admire the beautiful scenery of the West and East banks of Shanghai under the colorful lights of the skyscrapers along both sides of the river or take the subway to explore Shanghai at night (self-funded, about 180 RMB).
Evening: The group has dinner at a restaurant and spends the night at a hotel in Shanghai.
DAY 03: SHANGHAI - WUZHEN - HANGZHOU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Morning: Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then the group departs to visit Ouzhen – the “Thousand-Year Unchanged Water Town.”
Noon: The group has lunch, then departs for Hangzhou city, visiting the Yue Fei Temple – an important spiritual site for the people of Hangzhou as it honors the general who made significant contributions to the history of China.
- Visit to enjoy the art of Chinese tea brewing, tasting the national tea of China, Longjing tea, which is ranked among the top ten famous teas in China.
Evening: Guests have dinner, then return to the hotel to check in and rest.
Suggestion outside the program: Guests can enjoy the Songcheng Eternal Love, a unique performance that reenacts famous stories from the land of Hangzhou. This is a characteristic cultural feature that any tourist visiting China would hope to experience (self-funded cost of about 380 RMB).
DAY 04: HANGZHOU - BEIJING (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In the morning: Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then take a boat to enjoy West Lake – considered the most beautiful and poetic among the more than 36 lakes of the same name in China, admiring the Guo Mountain, Duan Bridge, Chang Bridge, Tu De Bai De, Tam Dan An Nguyet, and Hoa Cang Quan Ngu (outside) associated with legends about Liang Shanbo – Zhu Yingtai, poet Li Bai, and the Green Snake – White Snake.
The group learns about the technology of producing and shopping for kitchen appliances.
In the afternoon: After lunch, the group boards a high-speed train to Beijing.
In the evening: Upon arrival at Beijing station, the tour guide and vehicle take the group to have dinner at a restaurant.
Guests check into the hotel to rest and are free to explore Beijing at night.
DAY 05: BEIJING (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel, then departs to visit Tiananmen Square – the political center of Beijing with the Great Hall of the People, Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum, and the Monument to the People’s Heroes.
Visit the Forbidden City (Imperial Palace) built in 1406, covering an area of 72 hectares with 9999 magnificent palaces. This was once the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. (***During peak season, if it is not possible to visit the Forbidden City, it will be replaced by a visit to the Temple of Heaven – built in 1420, the largest altar among the four altars in Beijing, serving as a royal worship center****)
Noon: The group has lunch at a restaurant. After that, continue the visit:
- Summer Palace – the summer palace of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties with the Cixi Palace, Incense Burner Tower, Kunming Lake, and Longevity Hill.
- Free health check at the Dong Ren Tang pharmacy.
Evening: The group has dinner at a restaurant, then returns to the hotel to check in and rest.
Guests are free to explore Beijing at night.
DAY 06: BEIJING (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Morning: Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then the bus takes the group to visit the Great Wall – a World Wonder, a magnificent historical architectural achievement of the Chinese people.
Afternoon: The group has lunch at a restaurant. After that, continue the tour:
- Visit the city center to take photos at the Bird’s Nest Stadium – the venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Beijing 2008 Olympics, enjoy spiritual products from the Deer, and purchase Beijing jade products as souvenirs.
- Free time for shopping at Wangfujing – the busiest street in Beijing.
Evening: The group returns to the hotel, after which guests are free to explore Beijing at night.
DAY 07: BEIJING – HO CHI MINH CITY (Breakfast, Lunch + Dinner by Plane)
In the morning: Guests gather for breakfast, then the tour guide will take guests to the airport to check in for the flight to Hong Kong, and then connect to the flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. The tour guide bids farewell and looks forward to seeing guests in future programs.
Included services:
- Round-trip airfare for the group includes: 7 kg of carry-on luggage + 23 kg of checked luggage.
- International travel insurance for the entire route.
- Airport security fees, airline insurance, and airport taxes for both countries.
- 4-star hotel accommodation (2 people/room - 3-person room in case of single male or female travelers).
- Group visa for entry into China for Vietnamese nationals.
- One bottle of mineral water per guest per day.
- Meals as per the program (meals may change according to the itinerary but will still ensure sufficient quantity and quality equivalent to or better than the original).
- Air-conditioned vehicle transportation throughout the route.
- Admission tickets as per the program.
- The tour leader and local guide will serve throughout the route according to the program.
Excluded services:
- Personal expenses, excess baggage, phone calls, laundry, sightseeing outside the program.
- Single room surcharge (if you sleep alone)
- Visa re-entry to Vietnam for foreign nationals (if applicable).
- Tips for local drivers and tour guides: 1,000,000 VND/customer/tour
Note:
- The schedule may change flexibly depending on the flight.
- The order of the attractions according to the tour guide's program may change depending on the weather and other objective issues while still ensuring all attractions are included.
- The tour price will vary depending on the time and the number of guests.
- For groups of more than 20 guests, please contact the Customer Service Hotline: 0857 737479 for detailed assistance.
- Children under 18 years old traveling without their parents are required to have a POWER OF ATTORNEY or a CONSENT FORM allowing them to travel with relatives, confirmed by the LOCAL POLICE STATION where they reside or a private NOTARY OFFICE (template – please contact the sales staff).
- For overseas Vietnamese guests and guests with foreign nationality, a valid re-entry visa to Vietnam is required and must be brought along on the tour.
Tour Policy:
- Tour Price:
– The above price does not include additional meal costs for children under 5 years old, personal expenses, meals outside the program, expenses incurred due to transportation delays/cancellations, or room upgrade (to higher category) fees. - Other Regulations:
– Check-in time is from 12:00 to 14:00, and check-out time is before 12:00. However, early check-in may be allowed if rooms are available.
– When traveling by plane, guests should bring one of the following documents: (Valid National ID Card issued within the last 15 years, or passport, or birth certificate for children).
– For customers aged 70 – 85, families/guests must ensure the traveler’s health condition. - Cancellation and Reduction Conditions:
- Payment:
– A deposit of 70% of the cost must be paid at least 15 days before departure. For individual guests, full payment (100%) is required.
– The remaining 30% must be paid after contract completion (no later than 5 days).
