中文
  Ancient Silk Road Tours  
CYTS Tours CR02 — Ancient Silk Road Tour
Beijing, Urumqi, Turpan, Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Lanzhou, Luoyang, Shaolin Temple, Kaifeng, Zhengzhou and Shanghai 16 Days
  Departure Date and Price  
       
2010: Every Thursday
Tour Fare
Fuel Surcharge
Tax
Total
Single Supplement
  Land Only
3/04, 11, 18, 25 $2999 $260 $152 $3411 $950  $2899
 4/01, 08, 15, 22, 29 $3099 $260 $152 $3511 $950  $2899
5/06, 13, 20, 27, 6/03 $3099 $260 $152 $3511 $950  $2899
6/10, 17, 24, 7/01, 08, $3299 $260 $152 $3711 $950  $2899
7/15, 22, 29, 8/05, 12, 19, 26 $3099 $260 $152 $3511 $950  $2899
9/02, 09, 16, 23, 30  $3099 $260 $152 $3511 $950  $2899
10/07, 14, 21, 28 $3099 $260 $152 $3511 $950  $2899
11/04, 11, 18, 25  $2999 $260 $152 $3411 $950  $2899
 12/02, 30 $2999 $260 $152 $3511 $950  $2899
12/09, 16, 23 $3199 $260 $152 $3611 $950  $2899

Remark:
1. All prices listed above are for San Francisco (SFO) or Los Angeles (LAX) departure by Air China (CA) L class. For New York (JFK) departure by Air China (CA) L class, please add $100 extra per person. If L class not available, please add $100 per class upsell (subject to availability).
2. All prices listed above are per person in U. S. dollars based on two adults sharing one room, double occupancy. If three adults need to share one room and the third person asking for extra bed, the third person's price will be the same as others. A customer who travels alone is required to pay a single room supplement. Those who want to have a single room will have to pay single supplement. 
3. Children under 12 (2-11 years of age) share room with two adults and not asking for extra bed, they will be charged 75% of a regular adult tour fare, if they need an extra bed in the same room with two adults, they will be charged 90% of a regular adult tour fare. Children 12 and older will be charged at the regular adult tour fare.
4. All taxes and fuel surcharge associated with airlines are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
5. Early depart or late return:
Early depart or late return is allowed, the ticket change fee is $50 per person each time, in addition to airlines surcharge for different air class and weekend if necessary.
6. For departure airports other than SFO, LAX, JFK, please add the appropriate USA domestic add-on fare:
Eastern Standard Time Zone $350
Central Standard Time Zone $350
Mountain Standard Time Zone $250
Pacific Standard Time Zone $100

  Itinerary  
       
Day1
 
USA - Beijing 

Board an international flight bound for China. Cross the International Date Line.

Day2
 
Beijing 

Arrive in Beijing. You will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel Beijing (5 star).

Day3
 
Beijing (BLD)

Beijing, the capital of China, it served as the capital for 5 dynasties over a period of 800 years with eachemperor identified as a dragon sent from heaven. After breakfast, we tour Qianmen Street. Visit the modern "National Grand Theatre"- “Dome”. After lunch, we will tour the new landmarks of Beijing - the Olympics sites including "Bird's Nest"-National Stadium, "Water Cube"-Olympic Swimming Pool. Tonight the famous Peking Roasted Duck will be provided for dinner.

Day4
 
Beijing - Urumqi (BLD)

More than 2000 years ago, Emperor Wudi of the Han Dynasty dispatched an emissary to the west, not for trade, but for securing allies against the hordes intrusion from the north. That was the first time China opened its door to the western world. Since then, camel caravans, carrying spices, fruits and all kinds of goods from the west, continuously crossed the vast deserts and the freezing mountains to come to China for the seek of silk. Today, you can follow the path of those ancient caravans all the way on the silk road. Fly to Urumqi. Of all the cities in the world, Urumqi is the farthest from the sea! You are about to step on that mystical road where East meets West. Upon arrival, proceed to Nanshan Pasture where we enjoy the unique scenery of snowcapped peaks, dragon-spruce tress and wild flowers. Accommodation: Mirage Hotel (5 star).

Day5
 
Urumqi - Turpan (BLD)

We drive to Turpan, an oasis amid the desert, and renown for its grapes and honeydew melons. Visit the famous Karez Wells, an underground irrigation system that carries melted snow from Mt. Tianshan to the fields below. You will tour the ruins of the ancient city of Jiaohe and Sugong Minaret. Tonight taste roasted lamb and enjoy the Xingjiang folklore performance. Accommodation: Tuha Petroleum Hotel (5 star).

Day6
 
Turpan - Urumqi (BLD)

Turpan is best known for its grapes and honeydew melons, but is also rich in historical links to the Silk Road. Our tour starts with visit to Grape Valley. Then enjoy the approximately 70 miles drive to the placid Heavenly Lake (Tianchi), properly named for its steep green pastures, virgin conifer forests, and snowy mountains. The elevation is 6000 feet. Take a cruise on the lake.Visit the local free market in the afternoon. Tonight you are treated with the famous regional cuisine. Accommodation: Mirage Hotel (5 star).

Day7
 
Urumqi - Dunhuang (BLD)

We board a morning flight bound for Dunhuang, one of China's most historic cities that served as a rest stop for traders and as the gateway through which Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity entered China. Our city tour includes visits to the Yangguan Pass of Great Wall (Yangguan), Singing Hill and Moon Lake. Enjoy a dinner show in the evening. Accommodation: Dunhuang Resort (local best).

Day8
 
Dunhuang (BLD)
Today our tour takes us to visit White horse Pagoda at first, later excursion to Mogao Grottoes, known as "The World Art Treasure House". The cave is the largest, most well preserved treasure house of arts in the world and is listed as one of the World Cultural Heritages. Mogao Grottoes designated as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO for its l600-year accumulated cultural, architecture, and art treasures. They are China's oldest monumental Buddhist grottoes. The first grotto was constructed in 366 AD. Housed in the remaining 492 cave temples are over 2,400 sculptures and 45,000 square meters of frescoes.
Day9
 
Dunhuang - Jiayuguan - Lanzhou (BLD)
Drive from Dunhuang to Jiayuguan Pass, the western end of the Great Wall. Visit this vital stronghold of military defense. Lunch in a nearby city followed by a visit to a local vineyard. Visit Jiayuguan Pass Fort. After dinner, we take a comfortable air-conditioned soft berth express train to Lanzhou.
Day10
 
Lanzhou (BLD)

Lanzhou, the capital city of Gansu Province, the "City of Fruit", a city that has a 2000-year history and it is the capital of Gansu Province. Enjoy full day boat excursion to Liu Jia Xia Dam and Binglingsi Grottoes. Later visit to White Pagoda Mountain, for the view of the Yellow River. Tonight taste the local specialties. Accommodation: Sunshine Plaza Hotel (5 star).

Day11
 
Lanzhou - Zhengzhou - Kaifeng (BLD)
Fly to Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province. Drive to Kaifeng, the ancient capital of China. Serving for 168 years as capital of the Northern Song some 900 years ago, Kaifeng was the most prosperous city in China. Our city tour will include visits to Kaifeng-Fu, Dragon Pavilion, Lord Bao’s Temple, the Iron Pagoda and Xiangguo Temple. Enjoy the Song Dynasty banquet for dinner. Accommodation: Yuxiang Hotel (local best).
Day12
 
Kaifeng - Shaolin Temple - Luoyang (BLD)
After breakfast, we drive to Luoyang. On the way to Luoyang, we will tour Shaolin Temple and Zhongyue Temple. We will enjoy a wonderful Shaolin kungfu performance. Then we tour the White Horse Pagoda, the first China's Buddhism Temple. Arrive in Luoyang, a special banquet of local cuisine will be prepared for dinner tonight. Accommodation: Hua Yang Plaza Hotel (5 star).
Day13
 
Luoyang (BLD)

Luoyang served as the capital for 13 dynasties in history and it is the oldest capital in China. Our tour begins with the famous Longmen Grottoes, one of the three main treasure houses of stone inscription art in China. Next, we stop at the Guan Mausoleum, the burial of general Guan Yu from Three Kingdoms Period.

Day14
 
Luoyang - Zhengzhou (BLD)
In the morning, continue our sightseeing tour of Luoyang with visits to the Folk Craft Museum. Drive to Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province. Tour the Yellow River tourist area. Enjoy the local cuisine for dinner. Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel Zhengzhou (5 star).
Day15
 
Zhengzhou - Shanghai (BLD)

After breakfast, fly to Shanghai, the largest commercial and financial center of China. After lunch, you will visit Nanjing Road, the most popular shopping street in Shanghai. After dinner, you will have a night tour along the amazing Bund. Stroll along the Bund, China's most famous waterfront stretching about one mile along the Huangpu River. From there you may take a photo of the Tower of the East Pearl (Asia's tallest TV tower) in the newly developed Pudong District. Accommodation: Howard Johnson Business Club Hotel Shanghai (5 star).

Day16
 
Shanghai - USA (B)

After breakfast, you are transferred to airport for your return flight back to your home. You will be in the United States the same day. End of tour.

Optional Extend Tour
 
Expo 2010 Shanghai Extension 

Today you may extend your trip, have optional Expo 2010 Shanghai extension.  

  Features  
       
Tour Fare Includes

1. International air ticket between U.S. to China (economy class);
2. Transportation inside China as specified in the itinerary;
3. Sightseeing tickets as specified in the itinerary;
4. Hotel accommodations and three meals daily in China as specified in the itinerary;
5. Travel insurance in mainland China (the maximum is RMB 300000/per person);
6. English speaking tour guide services provided.

Tour Fare Does Not Include

1. Chinese Visa fee;
2. All personal expenses: Telephone bills, Laundry, beverages, postage and excess baggage charges, extended stay and etc.;
3. Tips for tour guides and drivers;
4. Cost of any programs and activities unlisted;
5. Cost of all activities after leaving the group.

Hotels

Beijing.............Crowne Plaza Hotel Beijing (5 star)
Urumqi............Mirage Hotel (5 star)
Turpan............Tuha Petroleum Hotel (5 star)
Dunhuang......Dunhuang Resort (local best)
Lanzhou..........Sunshine Plaza Hotel (5 star)
Kaifeng............Yuxiang Hotel (local best)
Luoyang..........Hua Yang Plaza Hotel (5 star)
Zhengzhou.....Crowne Plaza Hotel Zhengzhou (5 star)
Shanghai........Howard Johnson Business Club Hotel Shanghai (5 star)

Meals Three meals a day for the entire trip as specified in the itinerary.
Buffet breakfast or Chinese breakfast each morning at hotel.
Chinese lunches and dinners at local restaurants.
Local Specialty Dinners Beijing: Peking Roasted Duck Banquet
Urunqi: Mohammedan Banquet
Turpan: Roast Lamb
Lanzhou: Shish Kebab and Beef Noodles
Kaifeng: Local Specialty Dinner
Luoyang: Local Cuisine
Zhengzhou: Local Specialty Dinner
Entertainment Turpan.............. Local Minority Folklore Music & Dance Show
Shaolin...............Shaolin Gong Fu Show
      

Official member of ARC, IATA, ASTA, PATA and NTA. AIG Travel Guard Insurance Agency. Seller of Travel, California License: CST#2040980-40
Copyright @ 1999-2010 China CYTS Tours All Rights Reserved.