We had a wonderful time in Tibet. We have learned a lot about this unique destination because of the wonderful guide Degyi who is so knowledge and always available towards our tours. We stayed at the Shangri-La Hotel Lhasa, and we would never imagine a Tibet travel could be so nice and amazing without the help of Degyi.
Also, thanks a lot to our Tibetan driver Mr.Wongdun for his safe driving and a good sense of service along the way.
We shall return Tibet in the near future!
P.B. and A. A - Europe
Tibet Travel
June 2018 (Private Tibet Journey from Kathmandu)
Tour Name: East China Bike Tour Tour Code: M63D333 Duration: 7 Days & 6 Nights Destination: Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou Features: Like a pearl set in the west coast of the Pacific Ocean, Shanghai is China's largest and most dynamic city. Hangzhou and Suzhou are rivals for the position of "Heaven on Earth" and it truly is hard to separate them. This cycle tour takes you to the dreamland in East China. Departure Date: You Choose! Tour Price: From $ P.P |
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Itinerary Day By Day: | ||
Day02 Shanghai (B, L) Take cycle to visit the Nanjing Road, the Bund, Yu Yuan Garden, and the Old Area of the City. Yuyuan garden is the most famous garden in south China and decorated with beautiful pavilions, miniature lakes, bridges and rock formations. You will have a walking at the Bund. The Bund is without question one of the most popular Shanghai attractions. This waterfront area, which runs for about a mile along the Huangpu River, forms the easternmost boundary of Old Shanghai, and here you can gaze at buildings of various architectural styles. Nanjing Road is Shanghai's most hustle and bustle pedestrian street. | ||
Day03 Shanghai - Suzhou (B, L) This morning you will be driven to railway station and take bullet train to Suzhou. Upon your arrival you will be met and start cycling to the Old Town of Suzhou and visit the Humble Administrator's Garden, take a cruise on the Grand Canal. The Humble Administrator's Garden is the largest classical garden in Suzhou and one of the four famous gardens in China. The garden's scenery is focused on a central pond with various buildings of pavilions, terraces, chambers, and towers located by the water or on hillocks in a natural, unsophisticated, and appropriate composition. The garden is most representative of Chinese classical gardens in the Ming Dynasty. It was laid out in 1513 by the censor, Wang Xiancheng, after his retirement from political life. Then you will take a cruise on the Grand Canal that ranks alongside the Great Wall of China as the country's greatest engineering achievement and it is the longest man-made waterway in the world. | ||
Day04 Suzhou (B, L) You will be driven to Taihu Lake for a day cycling around the lake and ancient villages, driven back Suzhou later of the day. Tailhu Lake is surrounded by a series of small hills and protected zones that don't attract a lot of attention from the average vacationer, but are a great spot to escape the crowds and explore the less visited parts of China's colorful rural landscape. Starting from Taihu Lake Bridge, we will be riding along the lake before we go into the ancient village. The villages are off the busy area. They still keep its original look as a few generations before - old houses, streets, stone-pave paths. This ride is away from heavy traffic and suitable for family or everyone who just wants to have a fun day out. | ||
Day05 Suzhou - Hangzhou (B, L) After breakfast you will be transferred to railway station to catch a bullet train to Hangzhou. Upon the arrival you will meet your guide to cycle around the West Lake and visit Linyin Temple. Lingyin Temple is without doubt a premier showpiece in the West Lake environs and is notable also as one of the ten most famous Buddhist temples of China. The presence of a temple on this site can be traced back to the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317 - 420AD) when, according to local legend, Huili an Indian monk came to the area where he was inspired by the spiritual nature of the scenery to be found here. West Lake is a large freshwater lake, bordered on three sides by hills. Its banks and islands are blanketed with small gardens and temples. It made Hangzhou City a very beautiful place to live in China. As an old Chinese saying declares, "in heaven there is paradise, on earth Suzhou and Hangzhou". A visit to Fairy Island is worth it to see on of the Ten Best Views of West Lake - Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. | ||
Day06 Hangzhou - Shanghai (B, L) Today's cycle tour will lead you to a lovely mountain village named "Meijiawu" which is famous for the Longjin (Dragon Well) Plantation. It is a 15km cycle to the village. Tea village is seated at the hinterland of West Lake Park and it is famous for its tea production. Tea village is seated at the hinterland of West Lake Park and it is famous for its tea production. Everybody will feel relax in such a natural environment. In the afternoon you will biking back to Hangzhou and take a bullet train backing to Shanghai. On arrival, be met and transfer to your hotel. | ||
Day07 Depart Shanghai (B) Your guide and driver will transfer you to airport according to your flight schedule. End of your cycle tour. | ||
Tour costing varies upon group size, travel season and hotel accommodation levels etc. For price details please email us at info@splendidchinatours.com.
Price inclusions:
01). All accommodations based on two persons sharing one room (single occupancy is subject to supplement);
02). China internal flights with airport tax or train as stated in the program;
03). Round-trip transfers between airports or railway stations, hotels, and scenic spots in each city by private air-conditioned vehicles with experienced licensed drivers;
04). All admission fees and activity expenses as listed in the itinerary;
05). Daily meals as specified in the itinerary: B denotes breakfast, L denotes lunch, and D denotes dinner (SD signifies special dinner);
06). Services of a seasoned English speaking local guide during the biking and for culture visits in the itinerary (other languages can be arranged upon request, supplement may apply);
07). Bike rental in China according to the program;
08). Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour;
09). Governmental taxes and fees.
Price excluded:
01). International airfare to/from China;
02). Chinese Visa fees;
03). Expenses of personal natural such as laundry, telephone, drinks, mini bar etc;
04). Personal shopping, optional activities and excess baggage charges;
05). Gratuities for local tour guides, drivers and hotel bellboy etc;
06). International travel insurance;
07). Services and activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary.