{"product_id":"china-discovery","title":"China Discovery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere’s never been a better time to discover the modern marvels and ancient wonders of China. Immerse yourself in ultra-modern Beijing, uncover the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Hangzhou, step foot on the Great Wall to marvel at the Chinese countryside and so much more. Your adventure starts in Beijing where you’ll experience the awe-inspiring Forbidden City or the Temple of Heaven (subject to availability) and imposing Tiananmen Square. Observe skilled artisans at work as they create intricate designs in a Jade Museum before indulging in one of Beijing's most famous dishes, the delicious Peking duck. You’ll then have a bucket list experience as you take a scenic drive through the mountains to China’s most renowned monument, the majestic Great Wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeal ID: 6279\u003cbr\u003e\nDuration: 10 Days\u003cbr\u003e\nAvailable dates: 3 Sep 2026 - 11 Mar 2027\u003cbr\u003e\nDestinations: Beijing, Suzhou, Wuxi, Shanghai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eItinerary:\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 1: Australia (or New Zealand) – Beijing, China — Today you'll depart Australia (or New Zealand) for Beijing, China. Upon arrival, a tour representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 2: Tiananmen Square \u0026amp; Forbidden City (or Tiananmen Square \u0026amp; Temple of Heaven) — After breakfast this morning, you'll visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world. Afterwards, you'll see the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City, known officially as The Palace Museum, was originally constructed by Emperor Yong Le who was the third Emperor of the Ming Dynasty. The palace was built between 1406 and 1420 but has been burnt down, rebuilt, sacked and renovated countless times so most of the architecture you can see today dates from the 1700s and onwards.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 3: Great Wall of China — After breakfast, you'll travel to a Jade Museum to learn the history of jade where you can observe skilled artisans at work as they create their intricate designs. You'll then take a scenic drive through the countryside and mountains to reach China’s most renowned monument, the Great Wall. Along the way, you'll enjoy stopping for a delicious Peking duck lunch which is one of Beijing's most famous dishes (vegetarian options will be available also).\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 4: Beijing – Shanghai - Suzhou — After breakfast, you'll head to a traditional Chinese health centre where you’ll learn about acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other wellness practices integral to Traditional Chinese Medicine. You'll then travel to the airport for your onward flight to Shanghai where, upon arrival, a tour representative will meet you and transfer you to Suzhou.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 5: Suzhou – Wuxi — Suzhou has a history dating back to 514 BC and is often referred to as ‘Venice of the East’. Here you'll visit the famous UNESCO-listed Lingering Garden before stopping by a silk spinning factory as China is renowned for its exquisite silk.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 6: Wuxi - Hangzhou — This morning, you'll gain an insight into China’s enormous manufacturing and production capabilities by visiting a Pearl Factory to learn about freshwater pearls, a key export commodity with great cultural significance since the Han dynasty.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 7: Hangzhou - Shanghai — Hangzhou is considered one of the tea capitals of China, so a visit to the city just isn’t complete without a trip to a local tea house. Today you'll make a special visit to the Tea House at Meijiawu Tea Village.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 8: Shanghai History Museum - Afternoon at Leisure — This morning, you'll have the chance to step back in time at the Shanghai History Museum, a landmark museum that comprehensively reflects the local history of Shanghai. In the afternoon, you can enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace.\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 9: Shanghai, China – Australia (or New Zealand) — Today you will transfer to Shanghai Airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand).\u003cbr\u003e\nDay 10: Arrive Australia (or New Zealand) — Some travellers may arrive +1 day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInclusions: Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply, One-way internal flight from Beijing to Shanghai, 8 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation, Daily breakfast, Dine on a delicious Peking duck lunch, English-speaking tour guides, Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles, Return airport transfers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExclusions: Visa fees and requirements., Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer., Meals\/beverages not stated in the deal offer., Expected gratuities\/tipping of $12 AUD per person, per day., Optional activities\/tours., Personal expenses., Travel insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trendydeals.com.au","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44024078041176,"sku":null,"price":1099.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/4892\/8088\/files\/Leanne_Thumb_02.jpg?v=1777002607","url":"https:\/\/trendydeals.com.au\/products\/china-discovery","provider":"Trendydeals.com.au","version":"1.0","type":"link"}