A.Discover Beijing (Code: DLPEK)

Beijing, is a treasure trove of historical and cultural attractions in northern China and serves as the capital of the People’s Republic of China.
Beijing is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals. It remained as an important town in northern China as well as the capital city of the ducal state from 221 B.C. to 937 A.D. Beijing is recognised as the political, educational, and cultural centre of the People’s Republic of China, while Shanghai and Hong Kong predominate in economic fi elds. Many of the venues from the 2008 Summer Olympics have become new landmarks.

Day 1: Arrival Beijing

Upon arrival in Beijing, your tour guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to hotel for 3 nights.

Day 2: Beijing Meal: B/L/SD

Take a leisurely stroll through Tiananmen Square, dominated by the new National Grand Theatre, that leads to the Forbidden City. This massive complex was the centre of the Ming and Qing dynasties. With almost 10,000 rooms, this well-preserved imperial palace is the largest in the world. Later.continue with pedi-cab tour of Hutong,the old Beijing neighborhood of narrow alleyways and courtyard gardens. There will be a traditional Peking Duck Banquet for dinner.

Day 3: Beijing Meal: B/L

Today you will experience the splendour of the Great Wall, the pride of China and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is an amazing manmade structure built over 2000 years ago to protect China from northern invaders. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Heaven, the 500 year old Temple houses altars on which sacrifices and offerings were offered to the gods in a glorious setting of gardens, trees and sculptures. Transfer back to hotel or ask driver to drop you off at the Silk Market.

Day 4: Beijing departure Meal: B

Own arrangement until transfer to the airport or onward journey.

Tour Price (Per person based on twin share occupancy)

Travel Period Land only Package Single Supplement Extra night
Harmony Hotel 3*
Jul 2010-Aug 2010 NZ$570 NZ$2,345 NZ$183 NZ$61
Sep 2010-Nov 2010 NZ$595 NZ$2,370 NZ$204 NZ$68
Dec 2010-Feb 2011* NZ$540 NZ$2,315 NZ$150 NZ$50
Qianmen Jianguo Hotel 4*
Jul 2010-Aug 2010 NZ$585 NZ$2,360 NZ$189 NZ$63
Sep 2010-Nov 2010 NZ$580 NZ$2,355 NZ$195 NZ$65
Dec 2010-Feb 2011 NZ$555 NZ$2,330 NZ$165 NZ$55

Travel period between Nov 2010—Feb 2011,airfare surcharges from NZ$430.00/per person will be applyed.

Includes:

Air New Zealand Pacific economy class with all taxes
Return airport transfers
Twin share hotel
Private tours with entrance fee
English-speaking guide and meals as per itinerary.
Extra night = extra per person per night, on a twin share basis, with daily breakfast for two people.

Optional Tours

Private Tour Departures Meals Price per person
Full day tour to Great Wall & Ming Tombs Daily Lunch NZ$116
Full day tour to Tian'anmen,Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Daily Lunch NZ$108
Full day tour to Summer Palace,Lama Temple and Panda Zoo with lunch Daily Lunch NZ$108
Half day tour to Hutong via Rickshaw & family visit Daily Lunch NZ$82
Half day tour to Temple of Heaven & Silk Alley Daily Lunch NZ$80
Group Coach Tour,Join a coach tour on a sit-in coach basis Departures Meals Price per person
Full day tour to Great Wall & Ming Tombs Daily Lunch NZ$88
Full day tour to Tian'anmen,Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Daily Lunch NZ$85
Full day tour to Forbidden City,Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace Daily Lunch NZ$95
Evening Entertainment Departures Duration Transfers Price per person
Peking Opera Daily 2.5hours included NZ$55
Acrobatic Show Daily 2.5hours included NZ$50
Kung Fu Show Daily 2.5hours included NZ$55
Lao She Teahouse Daily 2.5hours included NZ$50