City Stopovers
Alongside our range of group tours, we offer our clients ultimate flexibility to design your own tours, whichever way you want, giving you more tour choices in each popular destion. You can choose one city or any combination.
Beijing
Beijing, a metropolis in northern China, is the capital of the People’s Republic of China . Beijing is China’s second largest city in term of population, after Shanghai. Beijing is one of the Four Greater Ancient Capitals of China. Its also one of the world’s most famous ancient historical and culture cities. From 221 B.C. to 937 A.D., Beijing remained as an important town in northern China as well as the capital city of the ducal state. Beijing is recognized as the political, educational, and culture of the People’s Republic of China, while Shanghai and Hong Kong predominate in economic fields.
Transfer
Private one way transfer with English Speaking guide
| Item (Cost per person each way) |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| Beijing Airport/Hotel |
NZ$94 |
NZ$47 |
| Beijing train station/Hotel |
NZ$81 |
NZ$41 |
One way train ticket
overnight direct train with share-four soft sleeper berth per compartment in either direction
| From - To |
Distance |
Travel Hours |
Price |
| Beijing - Xi’an v.v |
approx 1120km |
11 hours |
NZ$155 |
| Beijing - Shanghai v.v |
approx 1463km |
11 hours 30 mins |
NZ$185 |
| Beijing - Hong Kong v.v |
approx 2500km |
25 hours |
NZ$340 |
Delivery Fee: $35 per courier to central area in departure city
Package
Beijing 3days/2nights cost per person on twin share basis(Guaranteed departure with minimum 2 passenger)
| .Day 1. Beijing airport private transfer to Hotel.Day 2. Free at leisure with optional tours available (Breakfast).Day 3. Hotel private transfer to Beijing airport (Breakfast) |
| Hotel / Period |
Twin share |
Extra night |
| Harmony Hotel (Superior Hotel) Apr— 15 Nov |
NZ$236 |
NZ$72 |
| Harmony Hotel (Superior Hotel)16 Nov-Feb 2010 |
NZ$210 |
NZ$59 |
| Qianmen Jianguo Hotel(First Class Hotel)Apr— Feb 2010 |
NZ$249 |
NZ$78 |
Optional Tours
Optional Tours: Day Tours with lunch & Hotel transfers(cost per person)
| Tour name |
Tour duration |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven |
8 hours |
NZ$190 |
NZ$119 |
| Great Wall, Ming Tombs |
8 hours |
NZ$217 |
NZ$128 |
| Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Great Wall |
8-9 hours |
NZ$275 |
NZ$155 |
| Summer Palace, Beijing Zoo and Temple of Heaven |
8-9 hours |
NZ$189 |
NZ$117 |
| Half Day Hutong Tour(Rickshaw ride and family visit) |
4 hours |
NZ$119 |
NZ$81 |
Night Shows (cost per person)
Night Shows (cost per person)
| Item |
1 person |
2 person |
| Beijing Acrobatic Show |
NZ$94 |
NZ$55 |
| Beijing Kung Fu Show |
NZ$94 |
NZ$55 |
| Beijing Opera Show |
NZ$97 |
NZ$58 |
| Beijing Duck Dinner Banquet |
NZ$140 |
NZ$90 |
Accommodation(Run of House Room Cost per person per night twin share)
Harmony Hotel-Superior Hotel / Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| 01 Apr-15 Nov 2009 |
NZ$72 |
| 16 Nov 2009-Feb 2010 |
NZ$59 |
Qianmen Jianguo Hotel-First Class Hotel/Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| Apr 2009 - Feb 2010 |
NZ$78 |
Gloria Plaza Hotel-First Class Hotel/Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| Apr - Aug 2009 |
NZ$83 |
| Sep 2009 - Feb2010 |
on request |
Jianguo Garden Hotel-Deluxe Hotel/Bonus: Includes breakfast daily
| Apr,Jun-Aug 2009 |
NZ$113 |
| May,Sep-15Nov 2009 |
NZ$130 |
| 16Nov 2009 -Feb2010 |
NZ$98 |
Grand Metropark Yuantong-Deluxe Hotel/Bonus: Includes breakfast daily
| Sep-15 Nov 2009 |
NZ$133 |
| Apr-Aug,16-30 Nov 2009 |
NZ$117 |
| Dec 2009-Feb 2010 |
NZ$102 |
Shanghai
Shanghai,situated on the banks of the Yangtze River Delta in East China is the largest city of China and eighth largest in the world. Widely regarded as the citadel of most important cultural, commercial, financial, industrial and communications centres of China. Originally a sleepy fishing town, Shanghai became China’s most important city by 20th century. Shanghai’s skyscrapers and modern lifestyle mark the pinnacle of China’s recent economic development. It attracts travellers from both home and abroad through its frenetic commercial activity rather than scenic beauty.
Transfer
Private one way transfer with English Speaking guide
| Item (Cost per person each way) |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| Hongqiao Airport/Hotel |
ND$87 |
NZ$47 |
| Pudong Airport/Hotel |
NZ$144 |
NZ$72 |
| Shanghai train station/Hotel |
NZ$87 |
NZ$47| |
One way train ticket
overnight direct train with share-four soft sleeper berth per compartment in either direction
| From - To |
Distance |
Travel Hours |
Price |
| Shanghai - Xi’an v.v |
approx 1500 km |
16 hours |
NZ$155 |
| Shanghai - Beijing |
approx 1463 km |
11 hours 30 mins |
NZ$185 |
| Shanghai - Hong Kong v.v |
approx 1991 km |
20 hours |
NZ$230 |
Delivery Fee: $35 per courier to central area in departure city
Package
Shanghai 3days/2nights cost per person on twin share basis(Guaranteed departure with minimum 2 passenger)
| Day 1. Shanghai airport private transfer to HotelDay 2. Free at leisure with optional tours available ( Breakfast )Day 3. Hotel private transfer to Shanghai airport ( Breakfast) |
| Hotel / Period |
Twin share |
Extra night |
| Pacific Luck Hotel (Superior Hotel) Apr-May, Sep-Oct |
NZ$289 |
NZ$73 |
| Pacific Luck Hotel (Superior Hotel) Jun-Aug, Nov |
NZ$258 |
NZ$61 |
| Pacific Luck Hotel (Superior Hotel) Dec-Feb 2010 |
NZ$249 |
NZ$53 |
| Central Hotel (First Class Hotel) May, Sep–Oct |
NZ$402 |
NZ$130 |
Optional Tours
Optional Tours: Day Tours with lunch & Hotel transfers(cost per person)
| Tour name |
Tour duration |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| The Bund, Nanjing Rd, Yu Garden Old Town and Huangpu River Cruise |
8 hours |
NZ$187 |
NZ$119 |
| The Bund, Nanjing Rd, Yu Garden Old Town and Grand Hyatt Tower |
8 hours |
NZ$187 |
NZ$119 |
| Zhouzhuang Tour: Double Bridge, Shen House and Garden, Tea House. You have chance to walk along the canal. |
10 hours |
NZ$300 |
NZ$168 |
| Tong Li Tour ex Shanghai ( or Xitang ,Zhujiajiao ex Shanghai) |
10 hours |
NZ$300 |
NZ$168 |
Night Shows (cost per person)
Night Shows (cost per person)
| Item |
1 person |
2 person |
Accommodation(Run of House Room Cost per person per night twin share)
Pacific Luck Hotel - Superior Hotel / Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| Apr-May 2009, Sep-Oct 2009 |
NZ$73 |
| Jun-Aug, Nov 2009 |
NZ$61 |
| Dec 2009-Feb 2010 |
NZ$53 |
Central Hotel Shanghai-First Class Hotel/ Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| May, Sep-Oct 2009 |
NZ$130 |
| Apr, Jun-Aug, Nov 2009 |
NZ$117 |
| Dec 2009- Feb 2010 |
NZ$90 |
Gloria Plaza Hotel-First Class Hotel/Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| Apr - Aug 2009 |
NZ$83 |
| Sep 2009 - Feb2010 |
on request |
The Bund Riverside Hotel - First Class Hotel/ Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| Apr-May, Sep-Oct 2009 |
NZ$102 |
| Jun, Nov 2009 |
NZ$91 |
| Jul-Aug 2009 |
NZ$83 |
| Dec 2009-Feb 2010 |
NZ$75 |
Regal International East Asia Hotel-Deluxe Hotel /Bonus: Includes daily breakfast
| Apr-May, Sep-Nov 2009, Mar 2010 |
NZ$171 |
| Jun-Aug, Dec 2009 -Feb 2010 |
NZ$117 |
Xian
Xian is the capital of Shaanxi Province in China. considered one of the most important cities in Chinese history. Xian is listed as one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China because it has been the Capital of 13 dynasties, including the Zhou, Qin and Tang. It is also the eastern end of the Silk Road. The city has more than 3,100 years of history. Xian is the largest and most developed city in the central to northwest part of China and is ranked among the 10 largest cities in China. It is also a famous tourist city, due largely to the breathtaking Terra-cotta Warriors.
Transfer
Private one way transfer with English Speaking guide
| Item (Cost per person each way) |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| Xian airport / Hotel |
NZ$119 |
NZ $59 |
Package
Xian 3Day/2Night cost per person on twin share basis(Guaranteed departure with minimum 2 passenger)
| Day 1. Xian airport private transfer to HotelDay 2. Free at leisure with optional tour available. (Breakfast)Day 3. Hotel private transfer to Xian airport (Breakfast) |
| Hotel / Period |
Twin share |
Extra night |
| Sino Hotel (Superior Hotel) Apr 2009 - Feb 2010 |
NZ$240 |
NZ$61 |
| Tianyu Gloria Plaza (First Class Hotel) Apr-May, Sep-15 Nov 2009 |
NZ$280 |
NZ$81 |
| Tianyu Gloria Plaza (First Class Hotel) Jun-Aug 2009 |
NZ$258 |
NZ$70 |
| Tianyu Gloria Plaza (First Class Hotel) 16 Nov 2009-Feb 2010 |
NZ$243 |
NZ$63 |
Optional Tours
Day Tours (Private tour with English speaking guide, cost per person including sightseeing, lunch and hotel return transfer)
| Tour name |
Tour duration |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| Terra-cotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda and City Wall |
8 hours |
NZ$$212 |
NZ$134 |
Night Shows (cost per person)
Night Shows (cost per person)
| Item |
1 person |
2 person |
| Tang Dynasty Dancing Show with Dumpling dinner |
NZ$109 |
NZ$91 |
Accommodation(Run of House Room Cost per person per night twin share)
Sino Hotel-Superior Hotel /Bonus: Includes breakfast daily
| Apr 2009– Feb 2010 |
NZ$61 |
Tianyu Gloria Plaza-First Class Hotel /Bonus: Includes breakfast daily
| Apr-May, Sep-15 Nov 2009 |
NZ$81 |
| Jun-Aug 2009 |
NZ$70 |
Grand Mercure on Renmin Square-Deluxe Hotel / Bonus: Includes breakfast daily
| Apr, May, Sep– 15 Nov 2009 |
NZ$127 |
| Jun-Aug 2009 |
NZ$102 |
| 16 Nov 09 -Feb 2010 |
NZ$72 |
Suzhou
Suzhou is a garden city with a long history in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River and on the shores of Lake Taihu in the province of Jiangsu, China. The city is renowned for its beautiful stone bridges, pagodas, and meticulously designed gardens, which have become a popular tourist attraction. Suzhou has also been an important center for China’s silk industry since the Song Dynasty (960-1279), and continues to hold that prominent position today.
Optional Tours
Day Tour (Private tour with English speaking guide, cost per person including sightseeing, lunch and hotel return transfer)
| Tour name |
Tour duration |
1 Person |
2 Person |
| Full day Suzhou sightseeing |
8 hours |
NZ$194 |
NZ$125 |
Accommodation(Run of House Room Cost per person per night twin share)
Garden View Hotel, Suzhou - First Class Hotel / Bonus: Includes breakfast daily
| Apr, Jun –Aug, Nov 2009 |
NZ$81 |
| May, Sep –Oct 2009 |
NZ$89 |
| Dec 2009–Feb 2010 |
NZ$73 |
The Yangtze River
The Yangtze River- the biggest river in China, the third longest in the world, The Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River has been a dream for generations and will be one of the largest construction projects ever undertaken by mankind.
Deluxe Yangtze River Cruise
Deluxe Yangtze River Cruise– ‘Century Star’ -5 Star
Downstream from Chongqing to Yichang: Board Every Friday
| Seasonality |
Price- per person on twin share cabin |
Single supplement |
| High Season |
NZ$795 |
NZ$595 |
| Shoulder Season |
NZ$725 |
NZ$545 |
Upstream from Yichang to Chongqing: Board Every Monday
| Seasonality |
Price- per person on twin share cabin |
Single supplement |
| High Season |
NZ$795 |
NZ$595 |
| Shoulder Season |
NZ$725 |
NZ$545 |
Remarks
- High Season: September and October, Shoulder Season: Rest of the year 2009
- The above tour cost is per person based on twin share standard cabin for Century Star cruise operated by New Century Cruise Ltd.
- The above cost has Chongqing and Yichang Arrival/Departure transfers included.
- The meals and excursion tours on the Yangtze Cruise are included.
- The cruise availability is subject to booking and confirmation
- The cruise schedule /Shore Excursions are subject to change due to the weather, water level or temporary navigation control
Other Yangtze River Cruises for 2009 are available on request.
Note
1.All prices are per person in New Zealand Dollars
2.The rates for Package & tours are all operated on private tour with English-speaking guide and hotel return transfer
3.Additional hotel rate is available on request
4.Other China train ticket is available on request
5.China domestic airfare is available on request