China and Thailand Combo
15-Day Beijing, Shanghai, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket Tour
收拾中国深厚的历史与Thialand delightfulness, this 15-day China and Thailand tour introduces you to the major highlights of China and relax yourself with some free days on the beach.
Tour Highlights
- Enter the Forbidden City with VIP access and tour with a real insider
- Hike on the Great Wall with wide-open vistas
- Cooking class at Chiang Mai
- Relax your body and soul on Kata Beach of Phuket
Suggested Itinerary
Welcome to China! You will meet up with your private China tour guide upon arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport. Transfer to hotel and relax.
- Jetlag:
To ease from jetlag, we'd suggest you flight in during daytime as you will have much time to adjust and relax.
Accommodation
3 nights at Sunworld Hotel Beijing (superior class 4*)/ Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall (deluxe class 5*)
The first stop of today will be theTian'anmen Square, where you will get a close up at the portrait of Chairman Mao. The square is also the entrace of the Forbidden City.
Don't waste your time waiting in the line. Today you will enter theForbidden Citywith your insider tour guide who is an expert of the royal palace. You will walk through this massive site learning about the stories behind. Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Your tour guide will take you up the top of Jingshan Mountain inJingshan Park,你会watch the sunset of the Forbidden City.
You will hit the road early in the morning as to beat the big crowds. Arrive at theMutianyu Section of the Great Wall, enjoy a cable car ride up to the top. Go for a gentle hike along the backbone of the mountain. Have a simple lunch after the visit.
In the afternoon, drive back to the city and visit theTemple of Heavenwhere the royal families took as an alter to worship the heaven.
After breakfast, have some free time in the city. Fly to Shanghai and free at leisure for the rest of today.
Accommodation
3 nights at The Bund Hotel (superior class 4*)/ Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World (deluxe class 5*)
As fast-moving as it is, Shanghai has a lot to share. Today you will firstly visit theShanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hallto learn about how Shanghai was built. And the visitYuyuan Garden. Taste some local cuisine for lunch.
Walk in theFormer French Concessionwhile your tour guide tells you some interesting stories back in the days. Admire the city in lights after nightfall inThe Bundalong the Huangpu River.
Enjoy a whole day free at leisure in Shanghai.
- Shopping time!
Get some great deals in the malls around the People's Square. If you are interested in antiques, remember to check out Dongtai Road Antique Street.
Thailand is known as the Land of Smile for its friendly people, beautiful landscape and various experiences. Fly to Bangkok from Shanghai and get yourself relaxed in this charming city.
Accommodation
2 nights at Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam (superior class 4*)/ Banyan Tree Bangkok (deluxe class 5*)
Sense Bangkok's passion with an insightful visit to theGrand Palaceand theTemple of Emerald Buddha, which will unveil the history and Buddhism cultures. Later, visit theNational MuseumandJim Thompson House. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant with authentic Thai taste.
Take a flight to Chiang Mai and spend some free time in this peaceful place.
Accommodation
2 nights at Dusit Princess Chiang Mai (superior class 4*)/ Rachanmankha a Member of Secret Retreats (deluxe class 5*)
Thai people think natural ingredients would help them better understand and approach to long life both physically and mentally. And today you will learn a thing or two about how Thai people cook at aCooking Class at Thai Orchid Cookery School. Lunch is included.
In the afternoon, take visits atWat Prahat Doi Suthepand at night you will have some fun atChiang Mai Night Bazaar.
Have some free time in Chiang Mai and take a flight to Phuket. Check in at the hotel and enjoy a whole free day on the beach.
Accommodation
3 nights at Metadee Reosrt & Villas (superior class 4*)/ Tavorn Pam Beach Resort Phuket (deluxe class 5*)
Enjoy yourself on the beautiful beach of Phuket.
Have some free time before the flight to Bangkok. Check in and have some time shopping or leisure.
Accommodation
1 night at Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam (superior class 4*)/ Banyan Tree Bangkok (deluxe class 5*)
Trip Notes
1. Visa for Thailand
Travelers may apply Visa-On-Arrival at both airports of Bangkok. The fee is THB1,000 (Thai Bhat in cash only) with 2 passport-size photos.
2. Tailoring Your Tour
This tour is very flexible.You can alter the itinerary, extend or shorten it to suit your price, interest, and schedule. If you would like to book the hotels on your own, we can remove the hotel cost from quotation. Please inform your travel advisor about your preference.
Options to further extend your tour:
- Travel to Vietnam or Cambodia
It is fairly easy to extend your trip to the neighboring countries of Thailand. Vietnam for profound history and fascinating landscape and Cambodia for the splendid Angkor Wat. - Minority Tribes in Chiang Rai and Around
Rearrange this itinerary and you may stretch out to Chiang Rai and its rolling mountains where Karen people and other ethnic groups live.
Feel free to tell us your requirements and interests, and we will be happy to help you arrange a trip with our professional knowledge and experience.
3. Booking Procedure:
Step 1:Submityour name, email address and traveling datesfor the tour. The price may vary according to the location of your hotel.
Step 2:Choose tomake payment via PayPaland your request will be listed as ourtop priority. We guarantee a100% refundif you are not satisfied.
Step 3:Receive areply within 24 hours. The tour will be tailor-made to meet your requirements and the booking confirmed.
Step 4:Enjoy the tour!
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5. Cancellation Policy:
In the event of cancellation, we will refund any payment made to China Highlights (unless any cancellation fee is applicable) within 14 days of our receipt of your written cancellation request. Visitherefor more details.
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