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Wild China
15 days Shanghai to Beijing
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Experience modern China in Shanghai, Practice kung fu moves in Shaolin, See the Buddhas of Longmen Grottoes, Stand among the ancient Terracotta Warriors, Gain insight into Tibetan life, Wander the Great Wall
From the wilds of the Tibetan Plateau to big city lights, see the magnificent diversity of the Middle Kingdom. Visit Buddhist grottoes, pick up some kung fu moves, mix with monks and dodge hairy yaks as we get wild in China.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels (8 nts), guesthouses (3 nts), overnight trains (2 nts), basic homestay (1 nt)
Transportation: Plane, overnight train, private bus, taxi, local bus, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
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| Call (281) 492-2600 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6066712 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-3 | Shanghai | Once the underbelly of the trading world, Shanghai has been reborn as China's cosmopolitan soul. Stroll along the elegant Bund, discover the French Concession, check out the excellent Shanghai Museum. Then sample the great restaurants and nightlife this exciting city has to offer. | | Days 4-5 | Shaolin/Luoyang | The legendary Shaolin Monastery is home to kung fu and still attracts thousands of young disciples each year, eager to learn from the masters. There is the opportunity here to soak up some of the wisdom in a class with a local teacher. At the World Heritage site of the Longmen Grottoes, see more than 100,000 Buddha images carved into the side of a mountain. | | Days 6-8 | Xi'an | In the ancient city of Xi'an, thousands of terracotta soldiers are lined up in battle formation, ready to protect the treasures in an emperor's tomb. Escape the noise of the city in the peaceful Great Mosque and savour some local food from one of the many markets before exploring the Muslim Quarter, home to the Hui people. | | Days 9-12 | Xiahe | Nestled on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, Xiahe's streets are a colourful mix of monks and nomads. Spend a day discovering grasslands dotted with yurts and stock herds. Turn the prayer wheels at the Labrang Monastery, the largest working Tibetan monastery outside of Lhasa. | | Days 13-15 | Beijing | A walk along the Great Wall is a fantastic finale to our wild adventure. In Beijing, enjoy a guided tour of the vast Forbidden City and other sights before taking to the streets for some sensational shopping opportunities or to simply soak up the atmosphere. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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