The stunning Summer Palace
Containing examples of the ancient arts, it also has graceful landscapes and magnificent constructions. The Summer Palace is the archetypal Chinese garden, and is ranked amongst the most noted and classical gardens of the world. In 1998, it was listed as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Shanghai's grand waterfront parade
On the western banks of the Huangpu river, Shanghai's Bund waterfront is one of the city's most symbolic venues. This has historically been the centre of the city’s trading activity and consequent wealth. The best time to see it is at night. A spectacular view of the river is afforded from one of the many restaurants on the upper floors of the shopping centres on the North side of the river.
Temple of Confucius
Enjoy an included excursion to the Confucius Temples where you can gain a fascinating insight into the great Chinese philosopher and his modern-day followers. The Confucius Temple is a temple devoted to the memory of Confucius and the sages and philosophers of Confucianism.
The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. The Great Wall winds up and down across deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus, stretching approximately 5,500 miles from east to west of China.
The Terracotta Warriors
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Altogether over 6,000 pottery soldiers, horses, chariots, and even weapons have been unearthed from the ground, most of which have been restored to their former grandeur.

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The Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. The Great Wall winds up and down across deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus, stretching approximately 5,500 miles from east to west of China.

China: Land of the Dragon

11 nights fr £2,149

VIP door-to-door travel service
Travel insurance
Return scheduled flights and transfers
All breakfasts, nine lunches and eight dinners
Excursions as described
Saga tour manager
Porterage at all hotels
Tourist visa

11 nights from £2,149 per person

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China: Land of the Dragon

Imagine gazing up at the mighty Great Wall and down at Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s vast army of Terracotta Warriors…

From the Imperial treasures of Beijing to the cosmopolitan streets of Shanghai, you will see the most iconic sights and incredible highlights of China on this great-value tour.

You even have the chance to visit Beijing’s 2008 Olympic stadiums – the remarkable Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.

Land of the Dragon

Days 1-2	UK to Beijing
Day 3	Forbidden City and Tian'anmen Square
Day 4	The Great Wall and Summer Palace
Day 5	Beijing to Xi'an
Day 6	Terracotta Warriors
Day 7	Xi'an to Nanjing
Day 8	Sun Yatsen's Mausoleum and Chiang Kiashek Hall
Day 9	Suzhou
Day 10	Suzhou to Shanghai
Day 11	Shanghai sightseeing
Day 12	Shanghai to UK
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Days 1-2 UK to Beijing

After taking Saga’s UK VIP door-to-door travel service to Heathrow, depart in the afternoon for your overnight flight to Beijing.

On arrival you are met and taken to the New Century Hotel (4Q) for a three-night stay.

Dinner is at your hotel.

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11 nights fr £2,149

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