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CHINA is a fascinating country with centuries of rich history and culture.
A country of contrasts, where modernity and innovation coexist with millenary
tradition, economic growth, and skyscrapers with Taoist temples.
Visit Xian, to explore the most popular and classic destinations of China.
Tour the Golden Triangle Cities to witness China’s past, present and future!
Beijing and Xian were both ancient capitals of China.
Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Warriors and other numerous cultural relics are left
standing in these two cities, even though the dynasties were gone on for years.
Exploring the survived cultural relics is a great choice for you to understand the past China.
Shanghai, the largest city of China, is at the forefront of China’s economy and
symbolizes the rapid modernization and urbanization of Chinese society.
Join us on this tour to learn the history of this country
and see the most typical sites.
DAY 02 - TORONTO - BEIJING
09 NOVEMBER Monday
Breakfast. Depart hotel for Pearson Airport to travel from Toronto on
Air Canada 31 at 2:25pm and arrive Beijing Capital
International Airport at 4:50pm 10th November.
Accomodation: Pentahotel Beijing
DAY 01 - BARBADOS - TORONTO
08 NOVEMBER Sunday Depart Barbados on Air Canada 1715 at 4:05pm and arrive
Pearson International Airport Toronto at 8:55pm. Overnight
at selected airport hotel.
DAY 05 - BEIJING
12 NOVEMBER Thursday.
Breakfast Visit the Mutianyu Great Wall.Round trip cable car
DAY 04 - BEIJING
11 NOVEMBER Wednesday
Breakfast and lunch included. Visit the Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, which
served as the home of emperors andthe ceremonial and
political center of Chinese government. Enjoy an a la carte
lunch which is served at a very nice restaurant allowing you
to sample authentic Chinese food. In the afternoon, visit the
Temple of Heaven.
DAY 03 - BEIJING
10 NOVEMBER Tuesday
Breakfast and lunch included. Welcome to Beijing, capital of the People’s Republic of
China where on the outskirts, the Summer Palace and the
impressive Chinese wall are all situated. Retrieve the
luggage,and meet the guide outside the Customs area, then
transfer to the Pentahotel Beijing. The rest of the day is on
your own to explore.
DAY 08 - XIAN
15 NOVEMBER Sunday
Breakfast and Lunch After visiting the City Wall in the morning a visit to a
local family and lunch will be arranged in the home of
the family. This affords the group the opportunity to
taste the authentic home-cooked Chinese dishes. In the
afternoon, continue to the
Grand Mosque for a visit.
DAY 06 - BEIJING TO XIAN
13 NOVEMBER Friday
Breakfast. Visit the Summer Palace and have a Hutong
tour.Travel between Beijing and Xian by the second
class high speed train in 5.5 hours and transfer to the
hotel in Xian.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Xian Big Goose Pagoda
-superior room
DAY 07 – XIAN
14 NOVEMBER Saturday BreakfastVisit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. In
the afternoon, visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the
Provincial History Museum.The Terracotta Army is a
collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies
of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. Lunch is
on your own.
is included.On the way back ,drive by the Bird’s Nest
(Olympic National Stadium).Today’s Exploration will
conclude with some free time at a featured local
market.
DAY 09 -XIAN-GUILIN
16 NOVEMBER Monday
Breakfast
Visit the Xian Museum and the Small Wild Goose
Pagoda. Giant Wild Goose Pagoda or Big Wild Goose Pagoda,
DAY 11- GUILIN-SHANGHAI
18 November Wednesday Economy class flight 2.5 hours reakfast
Visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant
Trunk Hill. Fly to Shaghai and transfer to the
hotel.Accommodation: Ocean Hotel Shanghai
DAY 12-SHANGHAI
19 November Thursday
Breakfast and Lunch Visit the Shanghai Museum and the Yuyuan Garden. Enjoy an a
la carte farewell lunch served at a fancy restaurant offering
authentic Shanghai cuisine. After lunch,transfer to the Bund
area,and cruise on the Huangpu River. Explore the waterfront
area and the ancient street,Tianzifang which developed from a
local residential area to a new art zone with exotic restaurants
and bars.
DAY 13 - SHANGHAI - TORONTO
20 November Friday Departure Pudong Internatioanl Airport,Shanghai on Air Canada
28 at 6:15pm arrive Pearson Airport,Toronto 7:00pm. Overnight
at selected airport hotel at Toronto Airport.
DAY 14-TORONTO - BARBADOS
21 November Saturday
Depart Pearson Airport,Toronto on Air Canada 1714 at 8:40am
arrive Barbados at 2:45pm.
DAY 10- GUILIN- YANGSHUO- GUILIN
17 November Tuesday
Breakfast and Lunch(Box lunch) Create enduring memories today as you cruise down the Li River
to Yangshuo.A short trip to the countryside will be arranged to a
local villager’s home to experience their lifestyle. Transfer back
to Guilin.
is a Buddhist pagoda located in southern Xi'an, China. After that
visit the group will take a two hour economy class flight to
Guilin.
Accommodation: Guilin Bravo Hotel room
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
Roundtrip airfare Barbados/Toronto/
Beijing/Shanghai/Toronto/Barbados
Second class high speed train ticket
between Beijing/Xian,the economy
class airfare between Xian/Guilin/
Shanghai
Vat and other taxes on airfare
2 nights accommodation at Toronto
Airport Hotel
10 nights 4* accommodation in China
based on two people sharing.
All meals as specified on itinerary
Guided tours,return private airport
transfers,train stations,hotels and
guided sightseeing spots as specified in
the itinerary.
English speaking guide and private
driver on the tours
Entrance fees for sights
Travel House Tour Escort with a
minumum group of 20 persons
EXCLUSIONS: Personal expenses such as internet
access,excess baggage charges
Transfers and activities for the free days in
the itinerary
Beverages
Gratuities for the guide and driver in each city
China visa fees
Charges incurred as a result of delays or
cancellations beyond the control of The
Travel House Inc.
Trip cancellation,baggage insurance .
(Insurance is recommended and may be
purchased through The Travel House Inc.)
FULL PACKAGE COST:
TWO PERSONS SHARING SAME ROOM
BBD 7,429.00 PER PERSON
SINGLE PERSON NOT SHARING
BBD 8,741.00
Special Conditions: Rates are based on a minimum of 20 persons and
could increase if the minimum group size is not
met. Also, prices are subject to increases from our
suppliers,government imposed taxes, fees or
currency fluctuations.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Per person in
Barbadian dollars
Plan-To-Go deposit of BBD $600.00 is required on 15th February 2020.
A second payment of $1500.00 is due on or before 31st March 2020
A third payment of $1000.00 is due on or before
30th April 2020
A fourth payment of $1000.00 is due on or before 31st May 2020
A fifth payment of $1000.00 is due on or before 30th June 2020
Final payment is due by 01st September 2020
CANCELLATION PENALTIES WILL APPLY
AS FOLLOWS:
DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE PENALTIES
After Plan To Go Deposit is Paid $250.00 per person
100 - 90 Days 25% of total package
89 - 60 Days 40% of total package
59 - 30 Days 60% of total package
29 - 15 Days 80% of total package
14 Days or less 100% of total package
COST & PAYMENT DETAILS
Passport Requirements:
Your Passport must not expire prior to June 2021.
Also, please ensure that you have at least 4 blankVisa pages in your passport for visas and entry
and exit stamps.
Visa Requirements:
Barbadian passport holders require a ETA for
Canada.
No visa is required for Barbadian passport
holders travelling to China.
Requirements for all other passport holders will
be checked at time of booking.
Travel/Cancellation Insurance:
Cancellation and Travel Insurance is strongly
recommended and can be purchased throughThe Travel House. The cost of an Insurance
policy will vary based on your specific individual
requirements and length of extended travel ifdifferent from the original tour dates. Options
can include for example: Personal Accident,
Medical, Baggage, and or Cancellation
Protection Insurance etc.
Important: Cancellation Insurance must be
purchased on the same day that you make the
first deposit payment of the tour. Insurance is non-refundable.
Weather and Clothing: What to wear in China in November. Daytime clothing: a suit, jacket, sweater, and coat.
Evening clothing: a thick coat, sweater, jacket, or other
warm clothes.
Beijing: The climate throughout November in Beijing at the beginning
of the second ten day period of the month translates into the
presence of a very mild sun that suggests that the days can be
beautiful but very cold - especially in the hours after the
sunrise and sunset of the sun. As a result, a few snowflakes
appear even if these are not yet abundant.
Xian: Xian weather in November is extremely cold with
temperatures of 2° and 13° degrees, as result gloves and
warm clothes are recommended.Chances for rain are low but
possible.Snow fall is possible.
Guilin: The climate in november in Guilin is quite dry and pleasant in November. The high seasonal norm is 22°C with a
minimun of 13°C.
Shanghai: November is in the heart of autumn and yet the atmosphere in
Shanghai remains pleasantly gentle. Since the rains are
relatively weak, one can count on many beautiful days to
perfect their stay. In fact, the weather in Shanghai throughout
November is still nice.
Money Matters: Currently there are seven main foreign credit cards
available in China, including Visa, MasterCard,
American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Federal and Million. Credit cards can be used for withdrawing
money, shopping and other transactions in most major
cities of the country, but generally not accepted in rural areas.
Time Difference:
China is ahead of Barbados by 12 hours.
Contact: Lynette Rice
The Travel House
Tel: (246)429-8850 | (246)2350235 Cell | Fax: (246)429-2274 ▪ Sky Mall, Haggatt Hall, St. Michael
Email: [email protected] Website: www.travelhouse-bgi.com
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU ON THIS TOUR!
Prepared by The Travel House Tour & Cruise Department