Christmas in China
Christmas in China
$3680
Christmas in China
11 Days Starting in Beijing, China and ending in Chengdu, China
Visiting: Beijing, Great Wall, Xian, Xi'an, Chengdu, Leshan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
365
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Festive and New Year, Ruins-Archaeology, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Christmas in China with an unforgettable journey through its rich history and vibrant culture. Begin your adventure in Beijing, where you'll explore the iconic Great Wall on Christmas Day and visit the exquisite Summer Palace. Discover the imperial grandeur of the Forbidden City and the harmonious Temple of Heaven. Travel to Xian to walk along its ancient city walls and marvel at the Terracotta Warriors. Continue to Chengdu, where you'll visit the Leshan Grand Buddha and celebrate New Year's Eve with the adorable pandas at the Panda Conservation Centre. Enjoy a free day to explore Chengdu at your leisure before returning home. This tour offers a unique blend of historical wonders, cultural experiences, and festive celebrations, making it the perfect holiday getaway.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Fly Overnight To Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to Beijing, China's historical capital. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3: Christmas Day On The Great Wall
Location: Great Wall
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy Christmas Day with a walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance whilst admiring the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, which stretches over 4,000 miles from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west. In the afternoon we visit the exquisite Summer Palace. This evening, indulge in a Christmas meal, including the local delicacy, Peking Duck.
Day 4: Imperial Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin in Beijings symbolic heart with a stroll across Tiananmen Square, towards the sprawling magnificence of the Forbidden City. A monument to dynasties past, enter through the Gate of Supreme Harmony, into a complex of a thousand rooms and many imperial treasures. Later, soak up the harmonious ambience of the Temple of Heaven, an orderly oasis in a bustling urban landscape, where you can watch, or participate in a dance class and mingle with the locals. In the evening, see a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show.
Day 5: Xian City Walls
Location: Xian
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Board the 5-hour bullet train to Xian. An illustrious and age-old city, Xian is one of the four great ancient capitals of China. It is also the capital of Shaanxi province and the starting point of the fabled Silk Road with a history spanning 3,100 years. Take a leisurely stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th-century city walls that enclose Xian's old town. Tonight, enjoy a delicious feast of traditional Shui Jiao dumplings and a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 6: Terracotta Warriors
Location: Xi'an
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century: the Terracotta Warriors. The figures were created over 2,000 years ago to accompany Emperor Qin Shihuang into the afterlife. Later, wander through the Muslim Quarter.
Day 7: Bullet Train To Chengdu
Location: Chengdu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, visit the lovely Little Wild goose Pagoda and the Xian Museum. In the afternoon, take the bullet train to Chengdu.
Day 8: Leshan Grand Buddha
Location: Leshan
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Leshan to visit the Grand Buddha, the worlds largest stone-carved Buddhist statue. We take a short boat trip to view the statue from the river. Return to Chengdu, visiting the old town of Huanglongxi en-route.
Day 9: New Years Eve With The Pandas
Location: Chengdu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On New Years Eve, visit the famous Panda Conservation Centre to see these charismatic animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later, visit the ancient World Heritage Dujiangyan Irrigation project. Sample a delicious New Years meal this evening, inspired by the local Sichuan cuisine.
Day 10: Chengdu
Location: Chengdu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a free day to explore Chengdu independently.
Day 11: Fly Chengdu To Uk
Location: Chengdu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
What's Included
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Overnight Flight to Beijing
The tour includes an overnight flight to Beijing, China's historical capital.
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Christmas Day on the Great Wall
Enjoy a walk on the Great Wall and a Christmas meal including Peking Duck.
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Visit to the Forbidden City
Explore the Forbidden City, a monument to dynasties past, with a guided tour.
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Chinese Acrobatic Show
Experience a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show in the evening.
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Bullet Train to Xian
Travel to Xian via a 5-hour bullet train ride.
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Terracotta Warriors Visit
Visit the Terracotta Warriors, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.
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Leshan Grand Buddha
Visit the Grand Buddha, the world's largest stone-carved Buddhist statue, with a short boat trip.
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Panda Conservation Centre
Visit the famous Panda Conservation Centre on New Year's Eve.
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New Year's Meal
Sample a delicious New Year's meal inspired by local Sichuan cuisine.
What's Not Included
Day 10 is a free day to explore Chengdu independently, not guided or included in the tour package.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes an overnight flight to Beijing and a 5-hour bullet train journey to Xian, followed by another bullet train to Chengdu.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour information.
Experiences
Visit Leshan Grand Buddha
Visit the world's largest stone-carved Buddhist statue, the Grand Buddha of Leshan. Take a short boat ride to see this monumental statue towering over the waters below.
Dine on authentic Peking duck
Swap the traditional turkey on Christmas Day for an authentic Peking duck feast - a local delicacy in Beijing.
Chinese Acrobatic Show
On Boxing Day evening, prepare to be amazed by the incredible performances of a thrilling Chinese Acrobatic Show.
Check out our Q&As
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What special activities are planned for Christmas Day during the tour?
On Christmas Day, you will enjoy a walk on the Great Wall of China, appreciating its historical significance and panoramic views. In the afternoon, you will visit the exquisite Summer Palace, and in the evening, indulge in a Christmas meal featuring the local delicacy, Peking Duck.
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What can I expect to see in Beijing on Day 4 of the tour?
On Day 4, you will begin with a stroll across Tiananmen Square towards the Forbidden City, exploring its many imperial treasures. Later, you will visit the Temple of Heaven, where you can participate in a dance class and mingle with locals. In the evening, you will enjoy a Chinese Acrobatic show.
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What is included in the visit to Xian on Day 5?
In Xian, you will take a leisurely stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th-century city walls. In the evening, you will enjoy a feast of traditional Shui Jiao dumplings and a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
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What is the highlight of Day 6 in Xian?
The highlight of Day 6 is visiting the Terracotta Warriors, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. You will also have the opportunity to wander through the Muslim Quarter.
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What unique experience is offered on New Year's Eve during the tour?
On New Year's Eve, you will visit the famous Panda Conservation Centre to see pandas in a setting reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later, you will visit the World Heritage Dujiangyan Irrigation project and enjoy a New Year's meal inspired by Sichuan cuisine.
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What is planned for the visit to Leshan on Day 8?
On Day 8, you will travel to Leshan to visit the Grand Buddha, the world's largest stone-carved Buddhist statue. You will take a short boat trip to view the statue from the river and return to Chengdu, visiting the old town of Huanglongxi en-route.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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