14 Day Journey to the Home of Martial Art 

Visits: Beijing, Xi’an, Luoyang, Dengfeng, Shaolin Temple & Shanghai  

For many people, when you think of China, you automatically relate it with Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and of course, the Chinese Kung Fu.  It might be your dream to visit the Shaolin Temple, where the Shaolin Martial Art originates. This trip is planned as a low cost tour for students, teachers and other tourists who are interested in learning more about martial art and traditional Chinese culture.  

Tour code:  14DMA

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1/Friday                USA to Beijing

Fly your hometown to Beijing via our selected airline flights

Day 2/Saturday            Arrive Beijing

Arrive Beijing, the capital of China, where the 2008 Olympic Games will be held, is the nation’s political, scientific, cultural and foreign exchange center, one of the six ancient cities of China, as well as a world-renowned historical, cultural and educational city. It has not only countless ancient palaces, imperial gardens, altars, temples, tombs and other historical and cultural sites, but also many picturesque natural scenic spots. Beijing has been well known in the world for its numerous historical sites, elegant gardens and beautiful landscape. Upon arrival, our friendly guide will meet and transfer you to Chang An Grand Hotel (5 Star deluxe) 

Day 3/Sunday              Beijing (B, L, D)

Full day escorted city tour includes Tiananmen Square, the largest square in the world,

where the five-star red flag is raised at dawn, and lowered at sunset everyday; the

Ancient Forbidden City, the larges and best preserved palace in the world; also tour the beautiful

Summer Palace, one of the most classical gardens in the world 

Day 4/Monday              Beijing (B, L, D)

Full day escorted excursion to the Badaling Great Wall and the Changling Exhibition Hall of the Ming Tombs, altogether 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty were buried here. Of them, Changling Mausoleum is well known for its grand architecture.

Day 5/Tuesday             Beijing (B, L, SD)

Morning visit the Temple of Heaven where the Emperors worshipped to see local people doing Taiji and morning exercises. Afternoon visit Beijing’s Hutongs – traditional Chinese courtyards dating from 700 years ago, enjoy Peking Duck dinner and cultural show tonight.

Day 6/Wednesday        Beijing to Xi’an (B, L, D)

Take a morning flight to Xi’an, a world-renowned ancient capital of 13 Dynasties, which is the starting point of the ancient Silk Road.  Its long-standing history and colorful culture have left over numerous brilliant historical sites and precious cultural relics. An afternoon city tour includes the Big Wild Goose Pagoda dating from the Tang Dynasty, 1352 years ago, and also visit the ancient City Wall, the largest and well-preserved extant wall in China and one of a few ancient military facilities in the world. Check into Garden Hotel or similar (4 star deluxe).

Day 7/Thursday            Xi’an (B, L, D)

Full day sightseeing includes the Excavations of Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, one of the greatest archaeological finds of the century, the extraordinary life –sized terra-cotta warriors were buried with the first emperor for over 2200 years. Enjoy a dumpling dinner and attend Tang Dynasty Music Show tonight.

Day 8/Friday                Xi’an to Luoyang (B, L, D)

Take a morning pleasant train or drive to Luoyang, a historical city who was the capital of China for nine dynasties.  You will visit one of the three most famous Stone Carvings in China - the Long Men Grottoes. Evening: check into Peony Hotel in Luoyang.

Day 9/Saturday            Luoyang to Shaolin Temple (B, L, D)

Today drive to Dengfeng city, where the Shaolin Temple is located.  Check into hotel.

Day 10/Sunday             Shaolin Temple (B, L, D)

In the morning, you will visit Shaolin Temple.  Spend your whole day here to savor the Buddhism culture and art in this 1400 years old Temple.  In the afternoon, you can enjoy an exciting martial art performance by the Shaolin monks.  Stay overnight nearby the temple to talk with them or exercise with them.

Day 11/Monday            Shaolin Temple (B, L, D)

Today is free time. You can practice the Martial art, or you can visit the nearby villages and hiking, or just relax.                               

Day 12/Tuesday           Shaolin Temple to Shanghai (B, L, D)

Fly to Shanghai, upon arrival in Shanghai, visit the Old Town, Yu Garden, TV Tower (the Oriental Pearl) and the Bund (waterfront). Enjoy Shanghai Acrobatic Show in the evening. Check into Shanghai Ocean Hotel or similar.

Day 13/Wednesday      Shanghai (B)

Today you are at leisure to explore this bustling metropolitan city, which is becoming a symbolic of the rapid growth of China’s economy. Shop on famous Nanjing and Huaihai Roads for wonderful bargains of food, clothing, jewelry, arts and crafts, etc. 

Day 14/Thursday          Shanghai to USA (B)

Your tour guide will transfer you to the airport to see you off.  Your flight takes you back home the very same day.  

B= Breakfast     L= Lunch           D= Dinner

2006 Departure Dates & Cost

* USA Departure Tax: $169

Tour cost includes:

  -- Round trip transpacific air transportation

  -- All intra-China air/land transportation

  -- China airport departure taxes

 -- 12 night hotel accommodation with daily buffet breakfast at the first class hotels below:

Beijing Chang An Grand Hotel (5 star deluxe)

            Xian Garden Hotel or similar (4 star deluxe)

            Luoyang Peony Hotel or similar (4 star deluxe)

            Defeng Hotel or similar (3 star)

            Shanghai Ocean Hotel or similar (4 star deluxe)

  -- Escorted sightseeing tours and meals as specified.  

  -- Professional English speaking tour guide service in each city

  -- Xi’an dumpling dinner and Tang Dynasty show

  -- Shanghai Acrobatic show

  -- Round trip transfers between airport and hotel, baggage handling, hotel taxes and service charges in each city

Cost excludes:

-- Chinese visa fee

-- USA Departure tax

-- International airport departure tax out of Shanghai

-- Personal expenses

-- Tips & gratitude to guides, drivers & porters

-- Travel insurance

Remarks:

-- Please indicate Tour Code “14DMA” at time of booking

-- Please provide your full names and passport numbers upon reservation

--Guaranteed departure for minimum 2 passengers

--West Coast cities including LAX, SFO; East Coast cities including JFK, WAS, BOS, PHL. For additional air add-on from your departure city, please contact us.

--We mainly use Northwest, United, Japan, AA, Air China, Air Canada, China Eastern, etc. for international carriers.

-- Extra cost may apply if our contracted air space is unavailable

--Any reservation made within 14 days prior to departure is subject to a $50 per person late booking fee.

--75% of tour cost for children 2-11 year old who share room with parents without extra bed

-- We highly recommend you purchase our travel insurance program

-- We accept American Express, Discover, Master and Visa cards

-- Extra night hotel in Shanghai is available upon request

	For payment, trip cancellation, please refer to the Terms & Conditions
	For more information, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-865-6221 or email to us at info@chinacustomtours.com