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TIBET BESTOUR
A (privately escorted)
JOURNEY BY EXPRESS TRAIN TO THE HIMALAYAN KINGDOM OF TIBET
Experience the newly built Tibet Railway…The
railway from Xining, capital of Northwest China’s Qinghai
Province to Lhasa, capital of Tibet, at the distance of 1,956
kilometers, is by far the longest plateau railway with the
highest altitude in the world
11 days / 9 nights from $2,670 (land only) |
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Chengdu, the panda region (2 nights)
Lhasa and the “roof of the world” (3 nights)
Tibet Express, scenic 25 hour overnight train ride to Lhasa (1 night)
Xining, the intersectional hub from West to East (1 night)
Shanghai, the amazing city (2 nights)
Extensions to complement & personalize your vacations:
Beijing, the Emperor's city (3 nights)
Hong Kong, the Pearl of the Orient (3 nights)
Tokyo, the bustling city (3 nights)
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| Tour Features |
- All domestic airfare included within China
- Premium or Deluxe hotels
- 9 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D or SD-special dinner)
- 1 gala evening events including Tibetan cultural performance
- Chengdu, the capital of the western China
- Tibetan architecture and the glorious Himalayan scenery
- Xi’Ning’s 8 nationalities and their original ethnic cultures and heritages
- See the astounding art of the innovative new Shanghai
Museum
- Comprehensive sightseeing of each city's highlights
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| Pricing |
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- Above Above SAMPLE AIRFARES are for your reference only and are based on all major Transpacific carriers. It is inclusive of Transpacific airfare and airfares between China, Hong Kong & Asia. The exact airfare will be quoted at the time of booking. US departure taxes, foreign airport taxes, security charges and fuel surcharges are not included.
- Competitive Executive Class airfares available upon request.
- Land prices are inclusive of all domestic airfares within China.
Airfares between Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai & Chendgu are not included.
- Optional upgrade to First Class air travel within China
- Guaranteed departures are based on minimum of 2
passengers.
- Tour can depart on any date not specified above or
with modification at an additional cost.
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| Detailed Itinerary |
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| Day 1, Thu: Depart Hometown |
| Depart the U.S. on your odyssey to Asia aboard your selected airline to China. |
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| Day 2, Fri: Arrive Chengdu |
Arrive in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. You will be transferred in comfort to you hotel.
HOTEL: SHERATON (premier)
HOTEL: HOLIDAY INN CROWN PLAZA (deluxe)
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| Day 3, Sat: Chengdu (B,L) |
| Your sightseeing begins at the site of Sanxingdui--three pits gathered as the ancient Chinese astrology's constellation, located in the city of Guanghan. In 1986 two major sacrificial pits were found and they aroused widespread academic attention around the world. The excavation and discovery of it was recognized as one of China's top ten archaeological findings of the 20th century, and by UNECON as the most important ancient remains in the world for its vast size, lengthy period and enriched cultural contents. This excavation pushes the history back a further 1000 years to the time of 2300 -3000 BC. Over 12,000 pieces of contents are gold Jade and bronze wares, all are of higher-level craftsmanship in quality and larger quantities. Continues to the Panda Foster Center and Dujiangyan – an ancient water irrigation system. |
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| Day 4, Sun: Chengdu/Lhasa – Meals: (B,D) |
Fly to Lhasa in the morning and arrives in the afternoon. You will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to acclimatize to the 12,000-foot altitude.
HOTEL: XIN DING or LHASA
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| Day 5, Mon: Lhasa – Meals: (B,L,D) |
| Your stay in Lhasa is devoted to exploring the jewels of Tibetan architecture and the glorious Himalayan scenery. Today, you will visit the architectural wonder of the Potala Palace and visit the Jolkhang Temple, the most sacred and oldest temple in Tibet. Later, proceed to the Barhor devotional circuit. Encircling the Hokhang, the Barkhor is also a hive of market activity and an astounding jamboree. |
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| Day 6, Tue: Lhasa – Meals: (B,L,D) |
| This morning, you will visit the massive and atmospheric 15th-century Drepung Monastery, which is the largest and best-preserved monastery in Tibet, and Norbu Lingka, the former summer palace of the Dalai Lama. In the afternoon, continue to Sera Monastery, the second largest Monastery in Tibet, and Sera Temple. You will also visit a Tibetan family. Enjoy a traditional performance with dinner tonight. |
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| Day 7, Wed: Depart Lhasa – TIBET EXPRESS – Meals: (B,L,D) |
Your excitement begins this morning, embark the “TIBET EXPRESS” and begin the 26-hour expedition journey on the Holly Roll, which will run parallel the southern trail of the ancient Silk Road until the western edge of Qinghai Lake. Further along, enjoy the scenic at headwater sources of the Yangtze River, Kekexili and Nachu, or Damshung, the northern part of Tibet. Follow by the Jade Peak of the Kunlun Mountain stands at an altitude of 6178 meters and is shaped like a pyramid. The train stops here for 1 hour at the platform for passengers to enjoy the surrounding views. Your scenic points will include the magnificent Kunlun, Tangula, and Nianqing mountains, as well as salty lakes and a desert.
Tibet Railway
Tibet Railway is a modern railway with comfortable conditions for the tourist. It meets the requirements of safety; reliance, comfort, environmental protection, and oxygen supply systems. The carriage’s large sightseeing windows are equipped with specially upgraded anti-ultraviolet radiation glasses. And the whole train is equipped to protect from lightning strikes, hailstones, and sand blown storms. Entertainment facilities and healthcare services are provided on board. The first-class soft sleeper compartment carriages are installed with a triple language (Chinese mandarin, Tibetan, English) speaking system and each soft sleeper has its own private 12-channel television set. The train is accessible to handicap passengers. The soft berth sleeper can hold 4 passengers in one cabin. |
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| Day 8, Thu: Arrive Xi’Ning – Meals: (B,L,D) |
Train arrives Xi’Ning, Qinghai Province in the early afternoon. Your late afternoon city tour will include an excursion to Kimblum Lamasery and provincial museum. Dinner with cultural performance included if available.
HOTEL: YINLONG
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| Day 9, Fri: Xi’Ning/Shanghai, China (B) |
Arrive at one of the great seaports of the world,
an exciting starting point for your China adventure. Your deluxe
hotel is a comfortable place to rest or set off shopping at the
arts and crafts center.
HOTEL: PUDONG SHANGRI-LA or
WESTIN ON THE BUND (Premium)
HOTEL: SOFITEL or SALVO
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| Day 10, Sat: Shanghai – Meals: (B,L) |
| Immerse yourself in the culture and sophistication of Shanghai on a full-day tour of the city's premier attractions. View all manners of Chinese arts, beautifully displayed in the astounding galleries of the new Shanghai Museum. Wander the lovely paths and pavilions of Yuyuan Gardens; experience the old world ambiance of the waterfront Bund; enchanting Xintiande, an urban tourist attraction imbued with the city’s history and culture. This evening, prepare for a thrilling evening at the Shanghai Acrobatics Show. |
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| Day 11, Sun: Shanghai/Hometown – Meals: (B) |
| Depart for home with unforgettable memories of your exotic adventure in this ancient land.
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