16 Days Best of China and Thailand Group Tour

Meals: No Meals
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Beijing ★★★★

Arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China, you will be met by our local driver at the airport with TCT signboard, and then transfer you to check in your hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the day for you to get over the jet lag.

Please note:
1. We generally arrange the airport pick up from Beijing Capital International Airport(PEK). If your flight arrive at Beijing Daxing International Airport(PKX), it will cause an transfer supplement: US$90 per 5-seat car per way.
2. Our airport transfer from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is generally arranged on sharing basis according to the arrival timing of each client's flight. If any tourists request a separate private transfer service from Beijing Capital International Airport, it will cause a transfer supplement: US$50 per 5-seat car per way.

Beijing City View

Meals: Hotel Breakfast, A la carte Chinese lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Beijing★★★★

TCT local guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at the appointed time. It will be an exciting day as we will explore the world well-known wonders today. The 1st stop is Temple of Heaven, the existing largest structure for sacrifice to heaven and a place where the emperors prayed for a year of abundance. In the visit of Temple of Heaven, you will be astonished by the exquisite ancient Chinese architectures. Besides, you will see local seniors doing morning exercises in the square and full of vigor. You will have chance to watch Chinese Kongfu, Taichi, square dancing, playing cards, playing chess etc.

Then you will enjoy a Beijing Hutong by richshaw with a local family visit, which will give you a deep impression of the local residents' live. A la carte lunch is served at a local restaurant to have a taste of the authentic Chinese food at noon time and have a break at the restaurant.

Then continue this Beijing city treasure city by a visit to Tian'anmen Square, the world's largest city center square, the locality of numerous major political and historical events. It is the witness of Chinese development. It is only a walking distance from Tian'anmen Square to Forbidden City, the world's existing largest and most complete ancient wooden structure buildings. You will explore the glorious palace halls and gardens for more than 2 hours in Forbidden City, learning the legendary story of the emperors and how the royal family lived there. You will be stunned by the numerous old art treasures exhibited in halls. The memorable Beijing city tour for the 1st day ends by dropping off at your hotel lobby. 

Notes:  At night, a lively and dramatic Chinese Kung Fu Show at the Red Theater or the Acrobatic Show can be your optional night entertainment.  

Forbidden City

Meals: Hotel Breakfast, A la Carte Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Beijing ★★★★

It will be an exciting day today. In the early morning, guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby. Today we will visit the must-visit spot in Beijing--- Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the famous sections of China Great Wall. It takes about 2 hours driving from the downtown of Beijing to Mutianyu Great Wall. Mutianyu Great Wall was first built in the mid-6th century during the Northern Qi, making it older than the Badaling section. (***Round way cable car are included at Mutianyu Great Wall***)

A la carte lunch is arranged at a good restaurant at the foot of Mutianyu. Drive back to downtown of Beijing. When we reach Beijing, we will have a photo stop outside the Bird Nest and Water Cube, which were the famous sites constructed for 2008 Beijing Olympic. The tour finishes by dropping off at your hotel. If you would like to try local specialty tonight, you could ask for some suggestion about Peking Roast Duck Restaurant.

Mutianyu Great Wall

Meals: Hotel breakfast, A La Carte Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Xi'an ★★★★

In the morning, check out from hotel and start to visit the last spots in Beijing --- Summer Palace, the existing largest, best-preserved imperial garden in China. The Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake are regarded as the representative of Summer Palace. In the park, you could choose to take a boating trip on the lake, enjoying the beautiful royal garden view. Walk along the Long Corridor--- the longest corridor in the world, admiring the extremely rich and prestigious paintings on the beams of the corridor.

A la carte lunch will be arranged at a local restaurant on the way to Beijing West Railway Station to take high speed train (2nd class seat, duration: about 5-5.5 hours) from Beijing to Xi'an. TCT guide will wait at the exit of Xi'an train station with our signboard and transfer you to check in hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the time.

Summer Palace

Meals: Hotel breakfast, A La Carte Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Xi'an ★★★★

Today we will have a full day to explore this historical and cultural city in China. Pick up from hotel in the morning, and then have a visit to the landmark of Xi'an---Xi'an City Wall. You could choose to have a bicycle riding on the city wall (***Bicycle riding is optional and excluded from our price***). 

After that, we will drive to the highlights in Xi'an ---the Terracotta Warriors. On the way to Terracotta Warriors, we will have a stop at a cave dwelling pottery workshop, where you will have chance to learn how to make a miniature terracotta warrior and discover the unique ancient housing style in north China.  A la carte lunch is arranged at a local restaurant nearby Terracotta Warriors. In the afternoon, we will have enough time to visit this world wonder --- Terracotta Warriors, one of the world’s most important archaeological finds, with troops, horses and carriages in battle formation.

When you back to downtown, we will walk around Bell Tower Square, a lively public space where locals gather for activities, surrounded by traditional hutongs and modern city life. The tour finishes by dropping-off at the hotel lobby.

Notes: You could ask your local guide for some information about evening entertainment or night show, such as Tang Dynasty Show.

Terracotta Warriors

Meals: Hotel breakfast, A La Carte Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Shanghai ★★★★

You will have a leisure morning for your to walk around. Then our guide will meet you at hotel and help you with check-out. Continue to the well-known Muslim Quarter to visit Gao's Courtyard, which is a wonderful choice for you to appreciate ancient residences and explore the local culture of shadow puppetry. Continue to our trip to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Plaza, from which you will have photo stop at this landmark of Xi'an and enjoy the magnificent and world top music fountain show at the plaza at 12:00 （depends on the availability).

Take a short flight from Xi'an to Shanghai, one of the main gateway cities in China.

Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Plaza

Meals: Hotel breakfast, A La Carte Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Shanghai ★★★★

The last day but still an inspiring day to explore the city of Shanghai,the largest and most modern city in mainland China. We will start the tour by walking into Nong Tang, the alleys in Shikumen, where you could witness the locals' relaxing and plain life. You will also find the unique architectural feature of Shanghai.

Then continue the day trip to Yuyuan Garden which is a Chinese classic garden in city downtown. Then continue to explore the Yuyuan Bazaar (Chenghuangmiao Old Street) nearby.

After a la carte lunch is served at a local restaurant, we continue our trip to the foot of The Oriental Pearl TV Tower to visit Shanghai City History Museum(The Former Shanghai Wax Museum), where you will know more about the history and development of Shanghai. Then take the elevator up to the 2nd ball of the TV tower, from which you will have a bird-eye view of Shanghai. Go on driving through Lujiazui, the finance & trade zone in Pudong of Shanghai, where you will find many skyscrapers. We will have a view of the modern skyline of Shanghai.

Then back to the Bund, admire the illuminated buildings lining the Huangpu River. From the Bund, you could see the landmark of Shanghai--- The Oriental Pearl TV Tower as well as other high-rised buildings, just on the opposite of Huangpu River.

The Bund

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Bangkok ★★★★

Your China Experience is over as your transfer to the airport by our driver and fly to Bangkok. Be greeted by our representive at the airport and transferred to hotel. Have a good rest for recovering from the jetlag.

Please note: 

1. In Shanghai, we generally arrange the free hotel-airport transfer on sharing basis according to all the travelers' departure flights. If a separate private transfer is required, it will cause transfer supplement: US$75 per 5-seat car per way. Independent private transfer service will be required in advance.
2. In Bangkok, generally speaking, the hotel check-in time is after 15:00. Early check-in may cause extra fee.

Wat Traimit

Meals: Hotel breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Bangkok ★★★★
Important Note: Visiting Royal Grand Palace & Temples Tour , proper attire is essential. Shorts, sleeveless, mini skirt and sandal are not allowed, women wear skirts or Thai Sarong please.

Today after a leisure breakfast, we will start our exploration of Bangkok City Temple and Grand Palace. First visit Wat Traimit, known for its famous Golden Buddha. The beautiful image of solid gold is three meters high and weighs 5.5 tons. Continue the tour by passing through beautiful city scenery of the colorful flower market and Chinatown. Visit Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), founded in the 16^th century, the oldest and biggest temple with the largest number of pagodas (95 in all) in the city.

We won't miss the Grand Palace and Wat Phra keow, the most beautiful and important Buddhist temple in Thailand. After transferring back to the hotel, you may enjoy your free and leisure time for shopping or tasting the local food.

Wat Phra Kaeo

Meals: Hotel breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Chiang Mai ★★★★

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and check out the hotel, your guide will escort you to the airport for the flight to Chiangmai. Be greeted by your guide and driver at the exit of Chiang Mai airport. After a short break, go out for a city sightseeing.

Lying smack in the heart of the city is Wat Chedi Luang. The large chedi was constructed by King Saen Muang Ma around 1401. Originally 90 meters high, it is now a mere 40 meters as the result of an earthquake in 1545. A small building near the main entrance encloses the "Sao Intakin" (spirit of the city). Wat Chiang Mun is the oldest temple within the city walls. Constructed by King Mengrai (1296-1311) the founder of Chiang Mai, it is said that the king spent his last years at this temple.

Wat Chedi Luang

Meals: Hotel breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Chiang Mai ★★★★

Today will be a fun day getting to know about the life of the people who dedicate their lives to caring for the elephants and the needs and personalities of the elephants themselves. Start your Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour after breakfast and reach the Elephant Park where you will see elephants that are all very calm and easy to get comfortable with, as well as elephant babies that are cute and happy. Prepare vitamin-rich food and feed them, walk them into the hills, bath and brush them in the water...Enjoy your time with these magnificent animals!

Have fun with elephants in Chiang Mai

Meals: Hotel breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: 4 Star /4+Star Hotel in Chiang Mai ★★★★

Depart early around 7:00 AM for a full day group tour covering northern Thailand's highlights. The route takes you through Maekhachan Hot Springs, then to the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) with its white and mirrored mosaics. Next comes the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten) with intricate murals. After lunch, you'll explore the Black House (Baan Dam Museum) showcasing Lanna architecture and contemporary art, heading back to Chiang Mai by around 17:00 PM..

White Temple

Meals: Hotel breakfast
Hotel: 4 Star / 4+Star Hotel in Phuket ★★★★

Leisurely enjoy breakfast and check out the hotel. Our guide will transfer you to Chiangmai airport for your flight to Phuket. Our Phuket local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer to hotel in Phuket. Enjoy the leisure free time on your own.

Phuket

Meals: Hotel breakfast
Hotel: 4 Star / 4+Star Hotel in Phuket ★★★★

Enjoy your free time on your own arrangement.

An optional group speedboat tour is available for USD 89 per person visiting Phi Phi Islands, Maya Bay, and Bamboo Island with snorkeling, swimming, and lunch included. The tour picks you up at 7:30 AM, departs the pier at 9:00 AM with snorkeling gear provided, visits Bamboo Island, includes beachside lunch on Phi Phi Don, explores Pileh Lagoon and emerald waters, checks out Monkey Beach and Viking Cave, and returns to the pier by 17:15 PM.

Note: The above timing is a reference, which might be changed subject to the actual arrangement. 

Phi Phi Island

Meals: Hotel breakfast
Hotel: 4 Star / 4+Star Hotel in Phuket ★★★★

Enjoy your free time on your own arrangement.

James Bond Island

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, our tour officially ends. Farewell and enjoy a happy and safe journey back home. Our driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer to the airport together as a group. 

Notes:
1.The transfer service will be offered as a group. If you request a separate airport transfer service, please advance in advance and your personal travel consultant will tell you the transfer supplement.
2.The hotel check-out time is before 12:00. Any late check-out will cause extra fee.

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