Day 01: Arrival in Beijing (D)
Our professional Muslim expert tour guide will pick you up at Beijing capital international airport and transfer you to the hotel. Relax during the remainder of the afternoon and evening to recover from the jet lag.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Crowne Plaza Beijing
Silver Series: 4-star Mercure Beijing Downtown
Budget Series: 3-star Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven
Day 02: Beijing (B/L/D)
We will start to explore Beijing from the largest city square in the world; the impressive Tian'anmen Square. From there we will enter the "Imperial Palace" known as the Forbidden City to explore its many fascinating halls and pavilions. After lunch and prayer at Niujie Mosque we will visit the Temple of Heaven, the place where the Emperors worshipped the Heaven for good harvests. Today’s shopping stops are the Muslim Supermarket and Traditional Chinese herbal medicine of Tongrentang.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Crowne Plaza Beijing
Silver Series: Mercure Beijing Downtown
Budget Series: 3-star Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven
Day 03: Beijing (B/L/D)
Today is the highlight of our China tour, the climbing of the Great Wall of China. In 220 B.C., under Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, sections of earlier fortifications were joined together to form a united defense system against invasions from the north. Construction of the great wall continued up to the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), when the Great Wall became the worlds largest military structure. Its historic and strategic importance is matched only by its architectural significance. In the afternoon we will visit the Ming Tomb Sacred Way where we will learn the ancient Chinese Fengshui Theory. On the way to the Great Wall, we will make a stop at Bona jade carving factory where we will learn the ancient art of jade carving skills.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Crowne Plaza Beijing
Silver Series: 4-star Mercure Beijing Downtown
Budget Series: 3-star Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven
Day 04: Beijing/Xian by flight (B/L/D)
In the morning we will visit the largest garden in the world, the Summer Palace. The Summer Palace first built in 1750, largely destroyed in the war of 1860 and restored on its original foundations in 1886, is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value. After afternoon prayers at Madian Mosque, we will fly to Xian, the ancient capital city of China as well as the starting point of the famous Silk Road.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Shangri-La Golden Flower Xian
Silver Series: 4-star Grand New World Hotel Xian
Budget Series: 3-star New Henderson Hotel Xian
Day 05: Xian (B/L/D)
After breakfast at hotel we will drive for about 45 minutes to the Eighth Wonder of the World, the Terra Cotta Warriors of Emperor Qin Shihuang. This is one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world with three exhibition halls, the largest of which is 180 meters by 60 meters, housing the continuing excavation of an army of 8,000 terra-cotta soldiers and horses that guard the tomb of Qin Shihuang, the first emperor of the unified China. It is a stunning exhibition of ancient artifacts that is well laid out and easy to view. Back to the city in the afternoon, we will visit Shaanxi History Museum, which houses a large collection of historic and cultural artifacts unearthed in Shaanxi Province.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Shangri-La Golden Flower Xian
Silver Series: 4-star Grand New World Hotel Xian
Budget Series: 3-star New Henderson Hotel Xian
Day 06: Xian (B/L/D)
We will visit the Stone Tablets Museum in the morning. Named by UNESCO as one of the 50 famous museums in the world, the Stone Tablets Museum was built on the site of the original Xian Confucius Temple constructed in the Song Dynasty (AD907-AD1279). This is the best known Museum in China for its collections of Stone Tablets where masterpieces of ancient Chinese calligraphers work were carved and Confucius classic works are preserved. In the afternoon, we will visit the most famous mosque in Xian, the Tang Dynasty constructed Great Mosque of Xian (built in 742) and its nearby Muslim community and Bazaar. At night we will enjoy a fantastic Tang Dynasty Stage Show.
Day 07: Xian/Nanjing by flight (B/L/D)
Fly to Nanjing in the morning. The strategic position of Nanjing on the southern bank of the Yangtse River, on the junction close to the Great Canal, made it an ideal transport hub for centuries. From the last years of the Ming dynasty to the Qing dynasty, Nanjing had been the Islamic cultural center of China. After lunch we will visit the Jingjue Mosque, which was built in the Ming dynasty 600 years ago and considered to be one of the four most famous mosques in Southern China. We will continue our visit in Nanjing to the President Palace and the famous Yangtze River Bridge.
Accommodations
Gold Series: Crown Plaza Nanjing
Silver Series: Ramada Plaza Nanjing
Bronze Series: Egret Hotel
Day 08: Nanjing/Wuxi by coach (B/L/D)
Drive to Wuxi in the morning. Wuxi is famous in China for Yixing Pottery, textiles industry and machine and electron industry. Upon arrival in Wuxi, we will visit the Three Kingdom City, the largest and the most famous movie-shooting base in China. We will also have a cruise on the third largest fresh water lake in China, the Taihu Lake.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Grand Park Hotel Wuxi
Silver Series: 4-star New World Courtyard Wuxi
Budget Series: 3-star Rome Hotel Wuxi
Day 09: Wuxi/Suzhou by coach (B/L/D)
Drive to Suzhou in the morning. Praised by Marco Polo as the Venice of the Orient, Suzhou has always been the silk capital of China as well as the whole world for centuries. Upon arrival we will visit the specially selected garden, the garden of the master of nets which is one of the smallest gardens in Suzhou. Being the most exquisite and the best-preserved garden in all old residential gardens in Suzhou, The most striking feature of Garden of the Master of the Nets is its use of space. Small as its size is, the scale of the building is large, but nothing appears cramped. Based on illusion, the garden is full of change, capturing the effect of boundlessness, and achieving a unity of part and whole.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Sheraton Suzhou Hotel & Towers
Silver Series: 4-star Holiday Inn Jasmine Suzhou
Budget Series: 3-star Suzhou Gusu Hotel
Day 10: Suzhou/Wuzhen/Hangzhou by coach (B/L/D)
After breakfast we will have a cruise on the Grand Canal which was constructed in the Sui Dynasty (AD581-AD618) as a waterway to ship the produce of Southeast China to the capital of Beijing. Then we will visit the Panmen City Gate and the Silk Factory where we will learn the ancient art of making Chinese silk products by hand. Also, we will enjoy a silk fashion show and do some shopping. After lunch we will drive to the water village of Wuzhen and then continue our journey to Hangzhou.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Landison Plaza Hotel Hangzhou
Silver Series: 4-star Sunny Hotel Hangzhou
Budget Series: 3-star Lily Hotel Hangzhou
Day 11: Hangzhou (B/L/D)
In the morning we will have a cruise on the West Lake. Held on three sides in the embrace of hilly peaks, the West Lake has been an attraction for centuries and it had been a favorite imperial retreat in the ancient times. The lake and its environs have all the elements of a traditional Chinese garden but on a grand scale. The natural setting of strangely shaped peaks, serene forests and springs, dense foliage and a myriad of blossoms especially in springtime are enhanced by a treasury of sculpture and architectural features. After lunch we will visit the most famous mosque in Southeast China, the Yuan Dynasty (AD1279-AD1368) constructed Phoenix Mosque, General Yuefei’s Temple and Six Harmonies Pagoda.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Landison Plaza Hotel Hangzhou
Silver Series: 4-star Sunny Hotel Hangzhou
Budget Series: 3-star Lily Hotel Hangzhou
Day 12: Hangzhou/Shanghai by coach (B/L/D)
Drive to Shanghai in the morning. Upon arrival in Shanghai, we will visit the third tallest TV tower in the world; the Oriental Pearl Tower. We will also stroll along the Bund and Nanjing Road to appreciate early 19th century European Style architectures.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Majesty Plaza Shanghai
Silver Series: 4-star Best Western New Century Shanghai
Budget Series: 3-Holiday Inn Express Zhabei Shanghai
Day 13: Shanghai (B/L)
After breakfast at hotel we will visit the Yuyuan Garden, which is characteristic of the architectural style of the Ming dynasty. The highlight of the day is shopping at the Chenghuangmiao Market, a great place to test your bargaining skills. Being the center of silk production of China, a visit to local silk factory can not be missed. We will also visit the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the Xintiandi, which is a newly developed recreation area in Shanghai with old styled buildings. We will be free at leisure in the afternoon.
Accommodations
Gold Series: 5-star Majesty Plaza Shanghai
Silver Series: 4-star Best Western New Century Shanghai
Budget Series: 3-star Holiday Inn Express Zhabei Shanghai
Day 14: Departure from Shanghai (B)
After breakfast, we will be transferred to the airport for our homeward flight.
Reservation
For reservation, simply send an email to info@islamiChina.com. Please inform us: the tour code; the series you choose (gold, silver or budget); the number of travelers; the date of arrival in China; your international flight number. For details of payment, please read our Terms & Conditions.
Gold Series Price (5-star Hotel Accommodations)
Time of Traveling Double Occupancy Sole Occupancy
From Mar 01 to Nov 30 USD2898 USD4688
From Dec 01 to Feb 28, next year USD2688 USD4268
Silver Series Price (4-star Hotel Accommodations)
Time of Traveling Double Occupancy Sole Occupancy
From Mar 01 to Nov 30 USD2518 USD3958
From Dec 01 to Feb 28, next year USD2428 USD3748
Budget Series Price (3-star Hotel Accommodations)
Time of Traveling Double Occupancy Sole Occupancy
From Mar 01 to Nov 30 USD2328 USD3528
From Dec 01 to Feb 28, next year USD2238 USD3328
Pricing Policy
The prices are based on per person, twin sharing basis.
Infants (under 2 years of age) traveling with parents: free of charge.
Child (below 12 years of age) sharing a bed: 80% of the adult price.
Child (below 12 years of age) sharing no bed: 60% of the adult price.
Minimum of two persons is required at the time of booking.
Tour Inclusions
Hotel accommodations with daily Buffet Breakfast at hotel.
Domestic flights Beijing/Xian; Xian/Nanjing with airport tax & fuel tax included.
Halal Meals as specified (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner at local Muslim restaurants).
Private air-conditioned car/van/coach for land transportation.
Experienced English language speaking tour guide.
All admission tickets to sightseeing places.
All government taxes.
Tour Exclusions
Optional tour & Insurance.
International flights (the flight from your country to China and from China back to your home).
Gratuities to service staffs (please refer to Travel Information).
Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, etc.
Group Discount
For a party of six people or more traveling together, you will get our discount small group price. Please ask upon making your reservation.
Reservation
For reservation, simply send an email to info@islamiChina.com. Please inform us: the tour code; the series you choose (gold, silver or budget); the number of travelers; the date of arrival in China; your international flight number. For details of payment, please read our Terms & Conditions.