9 DAY TERRACOTTA WARRIORS TOUR

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1 9 DAY TERRACOTTA WARRIORS TOUR From$999pp TWIN $1,399pp SINGLE Experience China's most renowned historical sites including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China and Xi an s famous army of Terracotta Warriors. Explore modern-day China in Chongqing and discover the city's signature sights. Page: 1

2 PRICING OPTIONS $ Twin Share Sydney $ Twin Share Melbourne $ Twin Share Melbourne $1, Twin Share Brisbane $1, Twin Share Perth $1, Twin Share Adelaide $1, Single Sydney $1, Single Melbourne $1, Single Brisbane $1, Single Perth $1, Single Adelaide Page: 2

3 DEAL Experience China's most renowned historical sites including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China and Xi an s famous army of Terracotta Warriors. Explore modern-day China in Chongqing and discover the city's signature sights. HIGHLIGHTS Flights included on Tianjin Airline, Sichuan Airline or Hainan Airline from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth & Adelaide Travel with English speaking guide Select meals and excursions throughout the tour HOLIDAY INCLUDES Return international airfares from Australia All domestic transfers in China Experienced, English speaking guides 7 nights accommodation in 4- to 5- star hotels Tour tipping Tours and excursions as specified in the itinerary Sightseeing admissions Private coach transportation TRAVEL DATES Departure dates in 2018: Nov: 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 Dec: 07 Departure dates in 2019: Mar: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 Apr: 05, 26 Page: 3

4 May: 03, 10, 17, 24, 31 Jun: 07, 14 PLEASE NOTE: Due to flight schedules and departing times, you may depart Australia one day earlier. Your departure flight details are confirmed to you 3 weeks before departure. ITINERARY Flight from Australia to China Arrive in Chongqing. Chongqing - Tianjin / Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Tianjin - Beijing, Temple of Heaven Hutong / Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. The Great Wall, Beijing / Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City, Beijing - Tianjin / Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Tianjin to Xi an / Meals: Breakfast Xi an -Terracotta Warriors, Moslem Street / Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Flight from Xi'an back to Australia / Meals: Breakfast. For Full Itinerary information CLICK HERE MAP Page: 4

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6 HOTELS Chongqing: 88 Eling Park Hotel or similar Tianjin: Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Tianjin or similar Beijing: Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resort or similar Xi an: Grand Noble Hotel or similar WHY BOOK WITH MYDISCOVERIES? At MyDiscoveries we want to help you make 'one day', today. Whether you re into cruising or glamping, or if you'd prefer to holiday at home or abroad, we re driven to make your holiday dreams come true. With over 20 years of travel experience, you can be sure we can create the right holiday for you. Can t find what you re looking for on our site? Call us on and one of our travel consultants can create an incredible package for you. The MyDiscoveries 30 Booking Guarantee means that if you can t get the travel dates you want within 30 days of buying the voucher, we ll give you your money back Pay over 5 x monthly, interest-free instalments. Credit card holders can spread their payments over 5 months on all MyDiscoveries holidays FINE PRINT Multiple departure dates in 2018 & 2019 available to choose from. Please note all dates are subject to availability at time of booking. Rest assured, should your dates Page: 6

7 not be available, the Booking Guarantee applies. Dates are subject to availability at time of booking. We recommend you be quick to redeem your holiday and increase your chances of getting your preferred dates locked in! Voucher is for one person based on single or twin /double occupancy. Valid for sales unless sold out prior. A service charge of AUD $350 applies if any change is made after the booking has been confirmed and the vouchers have been redeemed. If you need to cancel your trip after travel has been confirmed, the travel operator may impose cancellation fees. The tour is non-refundable after your air ticket has been issued. Children: There is no child discount on this tour deal, however, they can come on the tour if they pay the adult fare. Adults must supervise children responsibly during all excursions and the tour. Rooms are subject to availability. If the desired hotel is not available, we will book an alternate and inform you about the supplement/reduction in costs. We cannot provide a refund if we are unable to accommodate a special request Itinerary scheduled activities are subject to change without prior notice based upon weather, traffic condition and other unforeseen occurrences. Travel insurance not included, customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover. Members receive 10% off any travel insurance policy - simply mention the promo code: DISCOVERY10. Our valued up to pricing in our offers are based on the rack rate of the room and the inclusions at the time of publication of the offer (that s hotel-speak for Recommended Retail Price ). Supplier pricing /charges are dynamic and therefore constantly changing depending on peak seasons, low seasons and events so we use the rack rate which is consistent year round and 100% verifiable. The value and comparative savings have been determined based on the supplier's shared rack rates and the value of inclusions. Rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of value. Excludes: China Visa, travel insurance (highly recommended), single supplement upgrades, add-ons and excursions, anything not listed above i.e.: laundry, personal item VISA INFORMATION To enter China, Australian passport holders must have a valid and appropriate visa. A full visa must be obtained prior to travel. The website of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Australia has detailed information on the eligibility of Australians for various visa types and is linked above. Alternatively you can contact an external visa provider such as Visa Central directly for more information Page: 7

8 or to arrange a visa. TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY, BUY ONLINE AT or CALL ITINERARY Flight from Australia to China Your China holiday will begin with an international flight to Chongqing. Arrive in Chongqing Upon arrival at Chongqing Airport in the morning, you will be greeted by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day will be free for you to enjoy this amazing city. *Please note: Due to flight schedule and departing times, you may arrive late at night on the same day. Chongqing - Tianjin Get out and explore Chongqing and visit the city s signature sights on a guided tour. See the rare giant pandas at Chongqing Zoo s breeding centre, admire the ornamental gardens and bridges of Eling Park, and stroll around Ciqikou, an authentic old-time village on Chongqing's fringes. After lunch, transfer to Chongqing Airport to the Ford of Heaven city, Tianjin. Upon arrival at Tianjin Airport, you will be met by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner *Please note: Due to flight schedule seasonality, you may be transferred by plane from Chongqing to Tianjin in the morning.. Tianjin - Beijing, Temple of Heaven, Hutong In the morning, you will head to Beijing to practice Tai Chi in the Temple of Heaven. Tai Chi is Page: 8

9 an internal martial arts system which places emphasis on the development and control of Chi (consciousness) energy within the body. Afterwards, enjoy the Hutong Tour where you will visit a local family for lunch and explore the Hutong neighbourhood, one of Beijing s rapidly disappearing traditional districts, on a rickshaw. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch Beijing - The Great Wall Travel into the rugged mountain landscapes north of the city to the magnificent Great Wall of China. Once on top of this ancient defensive structure, you ll find that some sections are quite steep, but the views are magnificent and the experience is truly unforgettable. You will then learn about jade, China s most precious and celebrated stone, and its manufacturing process at the largest jade factory in Beijing. Before heading to your hotel, visit a Chinese Medical centre to learn about alternative treatments for illness and have the chance to consult a Chinese Medical professional. Furthermore, you may choose to join optional tours for Summer Palace, the massive garden and summer resort for royal members during imperial times. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch Beijing - Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City, Beijing - Tianjin Set out with your tour guide to discover Beijing s imperial treasures. Stand in Tiananmen Square, one of the largest and grandest public plazas in the world before progressing on to the Forbidden City. Enter the imposing walls of the Forbidden City, once the exclusive domain of the Ming Dynasty, for an exclusive tour through this vast complex of courtyards and lanes. Afterwards, experience an oriental foot massage at a traditional Chinese medical centre where you will learn about alternative treatments for illness and have the chance to consult with a Chinese Medical professional. In the evening, transfer to Tianjin where you will get an overview of the town with a personalised walk through the well-known Five Great Avenues, a visit to the Porcelain House, and a stroll around Ancient Culture Street and Italian Style Street. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch. Tianjin to Xi an Today, you will be fly from Tianjin to Xi an. Upon arrival in Xi an, you will be met by your tour guide and escorted to your hotel. For a period of more than 1000 years, Xi an served as Page: 9

10 China s capital city and remains home to a great number of precious relics and historical sites. Xi an is best known as the starting point of the famous Silk Road and where the famous Terracotta Warriors can be found. Take some time to relax ahead of your full day tomorrow. MEALS: Breakfast Xi an -Terracotta Warriors, Moslem Street Xi'an served as China s capital for 13 dynasties and today you will learn about its fascinating imperial history, as well as visit the Terracotta Warriors Site, considered the eighth wonder of the world and discovered by accident in Please make sure you are wearing comfortable shoes as you will explore the army of more than 7000 soldiers, archers, horses and chariots that have guarded Emperor Qin s tomb since 210BC. Each figure is unique and the painstaking repair and evacuation continues to this day. On the way to the terracotta warriors, you will also visit a local factory where you can learn more about the creation, conservation and history of the Warrior vaults. After lunch, walk through the famous Moslem Street, where many delicious foods and souvenirs are available for purchase. In the evening, you may choose to enjoy a night of leisure or join our optional Tang Dynasty Show Performance and Dumpling Banquet. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch Flight from Xi'an back to Australia Today, you will be transferred to Xi an International Airport for your scheduled flight home, or you may choose to extend your stay and continue to explore other mesmerising cities. MEALS: Breakfast Page: 10

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12 China is a wonderful country in terms of culture, history and food. You will never be bored and you will be immersed in an atmosphere, which is far from our standards. Experience the real concept of 'travel' in this amazing Terracotta Warriors Tour. Read more about China CLICK HERE FLIGHT Departures from Sydney & Melbourne: Sichuan Airlines or Xiamen Airlines Departure from Brisbane, Perth & Adelaide: Cathay Pacific or China Southern Airlines Please note: Airlines cannot be confirmed until three weeks prior to departure and changes in airline may be made to accommodate tour requirements. TRANSFER All domestic transfers are included MYDISCOVERIES VIP PACK Start your holiday before you've even stepped on the plane with MyDiscoveries exclusive VIP package. Arrive at Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane airport in the comfort and style of a privately chauffeured luxury SUV or sedan, complete with complimentary water and WiFi. Relax and unwind away from the usual airport hustle and bustle with premium lounge access complete with an array of amazing facilities at your disposal. Read more CLICK HERE WEATHER China is a huge country with diverse climates. Spring, from March to May, and Autumn, from September to early November, are the best months to travel. VISA To enter China, Australian passport holders must have a valid and appropriate visa. A full visa must be obtained prior to travel. The website of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Australia has detailed information on the eligibility of Australians for various visa types and is linked above. TRAVEL INSURANCE Page: 12

13 MyDiscoveries can arrange a personalised travel insurance quote for you. Call us on and quote Discovery10 for a 10% discount. SKU: MSN018 Category: Tour Tags: Beijing, China, Chongqing, Terracotta, Tour, Warriors Page: 13

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