CHINA: BEIJING - SUZHOU - SHANGHAI - HANGZHOU | AIR CHINA

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Experience an impressive journey through Beijing – Suzhou – Hangzhou – Shanghai with 2 direct flights by Vietnam Airlines. Discover famous landmarks, unique cuisine, and Chinese culture. All-inclusive tour, departing regularly with Du Lịch Thiên Nhiên!

Itinerary

DAY 1: HCMC - BEIJING (2 meals)

- Tour leader welcomes guests at Tan Son Nhat airport to complete check-in procedures for flight CA904 SGN-PEK 02:30 - 08:25 to Beijing.

- Arriving in Beijing, the group completes entry procedures. The tour guide welcomes the group to Beijing, then moves to visit the Summer Palace – the summer palace of Empress Dowager Cixi with Kunming Lake, Longevity Hill, the stone boat, the longest walking corridor in the world with many other luxurious structures.

- The group has lunch at a local restaurant, then continues to visit the outside of the Bird's Nest Stadium - the venue for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

- Guests have dinner and return to the hotel to rest.

- Overnight in Beijing.

DAY 2: THE FORBIDDEN CITY - GREAT WALL (Meals: 3)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then visit Tiananmen Square, which covers an area of 44 hectares and is the largest square in the world. The Forbidden City (Palace Museum) was built in 1406, covering an area of 72 hectares with 9,999 magnificent halls. This place used to be the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

- After lunch, the group continues to visit Tongrentang Chinese Medicine Pharmacy – where prescriptions were made for the ancient Imperial Court with famous burn treatment products like Baofuling.

- Visit the Jade (Feicui) workshop of Jin Siyu.

- The group continues to visit Wangfujing – the busiest shopping street in the city of Beijing.

- Guests have dinner and return to the hotel to rest.

DAY 3: BEIJING - SUZHOU (3 Meals)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel, then visit the Great Wall - a Wonder of the World. This magnificent architectural structure was built to demarcate boundaries and defend against foreign invasion and internal rebellion. However, today, the Great Wall is mentioned more for the spiritual and cultural value it represents for the Chinese people.

- After lunch, the group transfers to the high-speed railway station to take a train to Suzhou (Dinner on the train). Suzhou is a city with a long history located in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River and on the eastern shore of Taihu Lake in Jiangsu Province, China. The city is famous for its beautiful stone bridges, temples, and meticulously designed gardens, which have nowadays become major tourist attractions.

- Upon arrival in Suzhou, the group checks into the hotel and rests.

DAY 4: SUZHOU – SHANGHAI (2 Meals)

- After breakfast, guests check out of the hotel. Visit the Silk Museum - a must-visit destination for travelers who want to learn about the silk of this region. It preserves many documents on the local people's silk production process from ancient times, and the unique architecture of the museum also leaves a strong impression on visiting tourists.

- Then transfer to visit the thousand-year-old ancient town of Shantang Street – hailed as the number 1 street in Gusu and a famous tourist attraction in Suzhou. This is a pedestrian street with a history of nearly 1,200 years and a total length of 3,829.6m. Along the street are small shops, restaurants, and residences, all sharing the common feature of being built along the river, and occasionally many tourist boats carrying visitors can be seen going in and out on the river. It is a unique scenery in the Jiangnan water town region.

- Guests have lunch, then depart for Shanghai. When coming to the bustling city of Shanghai, one cannot fail to mention the Bund because of its irresistible appeal to every traveler who has the opportunity to set foot here. Admire the Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower (not going up the tower) – the tallest television tower in Asia and the third tallest in the world.

- Then visit the Chenghuang Miao Pedestrian Street, a famous ancient quarter imbued with traditional Shanghai culture. Here, visitors can admire ancient Chinese architecture, shop for handicraft products, and enjoy local specialties such as soup dumplings (xiaolongbao), steamed crab buns, or candied hawthorn skewers (tanghulu).

- Afterwards, the group visits Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, located right in the center of Shanghai, proudly called "China's No. 1 Street" by the locals. Existing for over 100 years, this area has now become one of the most bustling commercial, shopping, and entertainment districts in Shanghai. Guests have dinner at their own expense here.

- Overnight in Shanghai.

DAY 5: SHANGHAI – WUZHEN - HANGZHOU (3 Meals)

- After breakfast, complete check-out procedures. Afterwards, the group visits the Jade Buddha Temple – a famous Buddhist temple in China – Located on Jiangning Road in the western part of Shanghai, the Jade Buddha Temple is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in China in particular and Asia in general.

- The group moves to have lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, visitors proceed to visit Wuzhen – structures stained with the colors of time, carrying an ancient beauty that captivates travelers from near and far. Wuzhen is already 1,300 years old, associated with many historical and cultural changes in China, and takes pride in being recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage. (boat ride fee not included)

- The group visits Caishen Bay, the Hundred-Bed House, ...

- Afterwards, the group travels to Hangzhou. Upon arriving in Hangzhou, the vehicle and tour guide take the group to have lunch at a restaurant. The vehicle takes guests to tour the city of Hangzhou, tasting the famous Chinese White Chrysanthemum tea along the way.

- Guests have dinner, and can then watch the Songcheng Eternal Love show (Hangzhou is the cradle of a series of Eternal Love shows). Self-paid expense.

- Overnight in Hangzhou.

DAY 6: HANGZHOU - HO CHI MINH CITY (2 meals)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel and check out. Take a boat ride to admire West Lake, considered the most beautiful and poetic of more than 36 lakes with the same name in China, viewing Gushan Hill, Duanqiao (Broken Bridge), Changqiao (Long Bridge), Su Causeway, Bai Causeway, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, and Huagang Park (Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond, exterior) associated with the legends of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai, the poet Li Bai, Madame White Snake, and the tea garden.

- The group has lunch, then moves to visit the G20 City Balcony, located on the bank of the Qiantang River in Hangzhou. This is one of the main sightseeing spots of the 2016 G20 Summit. The area is surrounded by greenery, offering an open view of the river and the city skyline, making it an ideal place for sightseeing and taking check-in photos.

- The group visits and shops at Hangzhou Outlets, a concentration of many items from various domestic and international famous brands at reasonable prices with many year-round promotional programs, meeting the sightseeing, shopping, and dining needs of visitors.

- Afterward, move to the airport to complete procedures for flight ZH9892 HGH-SZX 17:30 - 20:00 to Shenzhen. Then continue connecting flight ZH117 SZX-SGN 23:45 - 01:30+1 back to Ho Chi Minh City.

- Arriving in Ho Chi Minh City, the tour guide bids farewell to the group. See you again.

Note: The itinerary may change depending on weather conditions, tidal forecasts, and port authority regulations.

What's Included

Terms & conditions

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

1. Round-trip airfare with the group (including 1 checked baggage of 20kg + 05kg carry-on baggage).

2. International travel insurance throughout the trip.

3. Airport security fees, airline insurance, and airport taxes of both countries (subject to change at the time of ticket issuance).

4. Standard local 4-star hotels (2 people/room). If a guest travels alone and there is no same-sex person in the group to share the room, the guest will be subject to a single supplement fee, or if 3 people stay in one room, it will be a Twin/Double Room + 1 Extra Bed.

- Beijing: Derreal Hotel or equivalent

- Suzhou: Holiday Inn Express Suzhou New District Hotel or equivalent

- Hangzhou: Hangzhou Lantian Bright Collection Hotel or equivalent

- Shanghai: Wyndham Garden Hotel or equivalent

5. China group visa for guests with Vietnamese passports. (Scanned Passport + Digital photo file 4x6 with a white background)

Note: When sending your passport for visa processing, please carefully check and provide the latest passport. During the period when your passport has been provided and you are waiting for visa processing, you are not allowed to apply for a replacement passport. If you do, please urgently notify the tour booking staff.

6. Complimentary 1 bottle of mineral water/guest/day.

7. Meals as per the itinerary (meals may be adjusted to suit the route, however, the quantity and quality of equivalent or better meals are still guaranteed).

8. Air-conditioned transport vehicle throughout the trip.

9. Sightseeing tickets as per the itinerary.

10. Tour leader and local tour guide serving throughout the trip according to the itinerary.

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

1. Personal expenses, excess baggage, telephone, laundry, and sightseeing outside the itinerary.

2. Single room supplement (if applicable) (4,000,000 VND).

3. Re-entry visa to Vietnam for foreign passport holders (if applicable): (reference price 945,000 VND/guest).

4. Tips for the local driver and tour guide paid abroad will be calculated according to the exchange rate at the time with the recommended amount of 35 USD/guest/tour equivalent to 980,000 VND/guest/tour.

CHILD TOUR PRICE:

- Children under 2 years old: 30% of the adult tour price (sharing a bed with adults).

- Children from 2 years old to under 11 years old (No separate bed arrangement).

- Children from 2 years old to under 11 years old: 100% (With a separate bed arrangement).

- Children aged 11 and above: 100% of the adult tour price.

REFUND/CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:

- Immediately upon tour registration, deposit 50% of the total tour price. Please pay the remaining balance 14 days before departure.

- Tour cancellation after registration incurs a penalty fee of 50% of the deposit (+visa fee if applicable).

- Tour cancellation 30 days in advance incurs a penalty fee = 50% of the total program tour price (+visa fee if applicable) (Calculated on working days).

- Tour cancellation 20 days in advance incurs a penalty fee = 75% of the total program tour price (+visa fee if applicable) (Calculated on working days).

- After the above period, the penalty fee = 100% of the total program value (+visa fee if applicable) (Calculated on working days).

- Cancellation of the trip must be notified directly to the Company or via fax, email, or text message and must be confirmed by the Company. Cancellations by phone are not accepted.

- For cases where guests book a tour with a group of friends or family (from 2 guests or more): If one person in the group fails to obtain a visa, 100% of the tour will be refunded, while other members who have already obtained a visa and cancel the tour will be subject to the general tour cancellation policy.

- Tour cancellation time is calculated for working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

NOTES

- Passports must be valid for more than 6 months (Calculated from the departure date).

- Before registering for the tour, please carefully read the tour program, terms, and conditions, as well as what is included and not included in the program.

- In case guests already have a visa, 500,000 VND will be deducted.

- If a customer is refused departure or entry by immigration authorities for personal reasons (images or information in the original document are blurred, unclear, expired passport, or not complying with regulations...), the travel company will not take responsibility and will not refund the tour price.

- Citizens must fulfill their tax obligations to the state and not violate the law in order to depart. In case an individual still owes taxes and is not allowed to depart, the Company is not responsible for compensating for damages.

- Guests aged 70 and above must ensure sufficient health to participate in the tour journey, and are encouraged to travel with relatives to assist when needed. If guests have underlying medical conditions or poor physical health, a doctor's health certificate is required to ensure they are fit for international travel.

- Pregnant guests, please inform the tour sales staff immediately at the time of booking for further information and advice. Note that a doctor's opinion is required before taking the tour.

- Due to the nature of a group joining individual travelers, the company will accept a minimum number of 10 adult guests and ensure the tour departs on schedule. In case the group does not have enough guests, the company is responsible for notifying guests 05 days before the departure date and will re-negotiate another departure date, or refund the entire amount paid by the guests.

- Guests who have undergone cosmetic surgery, please remake your new passport with a photo matching your current appearance. If entry is denied due to a passport photo differing from your actual appearance, the travel company will not take responsibility and will not refund the tour price.

- Because flights depend on airlines, in some cases flight times may change without prior notice.

- Because the Chinese visa is a group visa, travelers must enter and exit together on the exact end date of the tour.

- China recommends that all foreign visitors entering China complete online declaration before immigration clearance. Please click on this link to make your online declaration: https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone/

- This is a purely sightseeing tour; throughout the program, guests are not allowed to leave the group. (For guests splitting from the group, the Chinese company will charge a group-splitting fee). (Depending on each different case, please contact the staff for support and detailed information).

- If guests have a separate visa, they must bring it along during the tour. Overseas Vietnamese or foreign nationals must bring their Vietnam re-entry visa.

- Children under 15 years old must be accompanied by parents or an authorized person with an authorization letter from the parents.

- The company will support procedural documents within its capacity when guests are denied entry into Chinese territory.

- In objective cases such as terrorism, natural disasters, incidents, or schedule changes of public transportation such as airplanes, trains, etc., the Company reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time for the convenience and safety of customers and will not be responsible for compensating for arising damages.

CHINA GROUP VISA PROCEDURES

- Passport: Scanned or photographed, note that no corners must be cut off, flattened 180 degrees, without fingers covering any part.

- 4x6 Photo: The most recent photo taken within the last 6 months to present, white background, clear facial features, no smiling, no jewelry, no photoshop editing software used.