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CHINA: MONO BEIJING - THE FORBIDDEN CITY - GUBEI WATER TOWN | AIR CHINA

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Description

Discover Beijing through famous landmarks: The Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Experience culture, history, and relaxation at quality hotels. All-inclusive tour, departing weekly with Du Lịch Thiên Nhiên!

Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY - BEIJING (2 Meals)

- The tour leader welcomes you at Tan Son Nhat Airport to check in for flight CA904 SGN-PEK 02:30 – 08:10 to Beijing.

- Upon arrival in Beijing, the group completes immigration procedures. The tour guide welcomes the group to Beijing and transfers to the city center for lunch.

- After lunch, the group visits the Summer Palace, a masterpiece of imperial gardens and one of the largest and most beautiful in China. Once a summer retreat for Empress Dowager Cixi and the Qing imperial family, covering an area of over 290 hectares, it features picturesque Kunming Lake, majestic Longevity Hill, and exquisitely carved corridors rich in Oriental royal architectural design. Strolling amid the charming landscape, you will feel like traveling back in time to experience the luxurious and powerful life of China's final feudal dynasty.

- The group strolls through Hutong streets, featuring small alleys and narrow streets common in the urban architecture of Northern China. This is not only a residential area for local people but also preserves the long-standing historical and cultural values of the country. You can take part in outdoor activities such as cycling around the streets, especially enjoying delicious dishes right in the old quarter (Complimentary bicycle experience).

- You enjoy a meal at Beijing Siheyuan Restaurant, experiencing a traditional dining atmosphere.

- Then return to the hotel to rest.

- Overnight in Beijing.

DAY 2: BEIJING (3 Meals)

- Have breakfast at the hotel, then visit Tiananmen Square, covering an area of 44 hectares, the largest square in the world. Visit the Forbidden City (Imperial Palace) built in 1406, covering an area of 72 hectares with 9,999 magnificent hall rooms. This place was once the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Special: Complimentary traditional costume wearing experience (makeup and styling not included).

- After lunch, the tour group continues to visit the Temple of Heaven (also known as the Altar of Heaven), an ancient Chinese architectural structure with a history of more than 600 years. This is where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped heaven and prayed for bountiful harvests. The Temple of Heaven, located in present-day Xuanwu District, is currently the largest among Beijing's four altars alongside the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Moon, and the Temple of the Earth. The Temple of Heaven is a World Cultural Heritage site recognized and preserved by UNESCO.

- Enjoy an Imperial Palace Banquet, a unique experience where cuisine, art, and culture blend together, with each dish exquisitely presented, opening a journey back in time to the glorious royal domain of ancient Beijing.

- Afterward, head to the hotel to rest, overnight in Beijing.

DAY 3: BEIJING - GUBEI WATER TOWN (3 Meals)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel and check out.

- The group visits the Great Wall of China - Simatai, a section of the famous Great Wall recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Simatai is the most original and rugged section of the ancient wall, located in the north of Miyun District, about 120 km from central Beijing. It not only holds historical value but is also an ideal spot to admire majestic natural scenery. Guests will experience a cable car ride to admire the panoramic view of the surrounding area, especially on clear days (round-trip cable car included).

- After lunch at a restaurant, the group proceeds to visit Gubei Water Town, an ancient town built in northern traditional architecture, characterized by buildings in the styles of the Ming Dynasty, Qing Dynasty, and Republic of China. This place was once an important military site in history, attracting many scholars and emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

- The group has dinner at a local restaurant, then transfers to the hotel to check in and rest.

- Overnight in the Gubei Water Town area.

DAY 4: GUBEI WATER TOWN - BEIJING - HO CHI MINH CITY (2 meals)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel and check out. Transfer back to Beijing.

- After lunch, the group visits and takes photos outside the Bird's Nest Stadium, where the 2008 Beijing Olympics took place.

- The group moves to Qianmen Street. This nearly 900m-long street was established in the 15th century during the Ming Dynasty. By the Qing Dynasty, it quickly became a bustling commercial center. Guests can stroll around, sightsee, shop, and freely enjoy local specialties here.

- The vehicle and tour guide take the group to the airport to check in for flight CA903 PEK-SGN 20:40-01:10+1 back to Ho Chi Minh City.

- Upon arrival 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.

Terms & conditions

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: 

1. Round-trip group airfare (including 1 piece of 23kg checked baggage + 05kg hand luggage)

2. International travel insurance for the entire tour.

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

4. Standard local 4* hotels (2 persons/room). Solo travelers without a same-gender group member to share a room with will pay a single supplement surcharge, or if 3 people share a room, it will be a Twin/Double room + 1 Extra Bed.

Beijing:

- Night 1: Lavande Hotel/ JI Hotel (or equivalent)

- Night 2: Atour Hotel (or equivalent)

Gubei Water Town: Ancient Village Inn (or equivalent)

5. China group entry visa for Vietnamese passport holders. (Passport scan + 4x6 ID photo FILE with white background) 

6. 1 bottle of mineral water/person/day provided.

7. Meals as specified in the itinerary (meals may change according to the destinations but will still ensure sufficient quantity and equivalent or better quality).

8. Air-conditioned vehicle transportation throughout the tour.

9. Entrance tickets as specified in the itinerary.

10. Tour leader and local guide servicing throughout the program.

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

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

2. Single room surcharge (if any) (4,000,000 VND).

3. Vietnam re-entry visa for foreign nationals (if applicable): (reference price 945,000 VND/guest).

4. Tipping for local drivers and tour guides to be paid abroad, calculated at the exchange rate at the time of payment, recommended rate of 25 USD/guest/tour, equivalent to 700,000 VND/guest/tour.

CHILD TOUR PRICES: 

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

- Children from 2 to under 11 years old (Without separate bed).

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

- Children 11 years old and above: 100% of adult tour price.

CANCELLATION / REFUND CONDITIONS:

- Right after tour registration, pay a deposit of 50% of the total tour price. Please pay the remaining amount 14 days prior to departure.

- Tour cancellation after registration: penalty fee is 50% of deposit (+ visa fee if applicable).

- Tour cancellation 30 days prior: penalty fee = 50% of total program tour price (+ visa fee if applicable) (Calculated based on working days)

- Tour cancellation 20 days prior: penalty fee = 75% of total program tour price (+ visa fee if applicable) (Calculated based on working days)

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

- Cancellation of the trip must be notified directly to the Company or via fax, email, or phone message and must be confirmed by the Company. Cancellation over a phone call is not accepted.

- In case guests book a tour with a group of friends or family (2 guests or more): If one person in the group fails to get a visa, a 100% tour refund will be granted for that person; as for the remaining members who obtained visas but cancel the tour, general tour cancellation policies will apply.

- Cancellation time is calculated on working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

NOTE

- Passport must be valid for more than 6 months (calculated from departure date).

- Before registering for the tour, please carefully read the tour program, terms, and what is included and excluded in the program price.

- If guests already have a visa, a deduction of 500,000 VND will be applied.

- If customers are refused exit or entry by immigration authorities due to personal reasons (blurry or unclear photos/information in original documents, expired or non-compliant passport, etc.), the travel agency will not be held responsible and will not refund the tour fee.

- Citizens must complete tax obligations to the state and not violate the law to be allowed to exit the country. In case an individual owes taxes and is not permitted to exit, the Company will not be responsible for compensating damages.

- Guests aged 70 and above must ensure sufficient health to participate in the tour itinerary and are encouraged to travel with family members for support when needed. If guests have underlying medical conditions or poor physical condition, a medical certificate from a doctor is required to ensure sufficient health for traveling abroad.

- Pregnant guests please inform tour sales staff at the time of registration for further advice. Please note that medical approval from a doctor is required before taking the tour.

- Due to the nature of joined group tours for individual guests, the company requires a minimum of 10 adult guests and guarantees that the group will depart as scheduled. If the group does not reach enough guests, the company is responsible for notifying guests 05 days prior to departure and will negotiate another departure date or refund the entire amount paid by guests.

- Guests who have undergone cosmetic surgery please re-issue a new passport reflecting their current appearance. If entry is denied because the passport photo differs from actual appearance, the travel agency is not responsible and will not refund the tour fee.

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

- Chinese visas are group visas, requiring all members to enter and leave together on the exact end date of the tour.

- China recommends that all foreign visitors entering China complete an online declaration before undergoing entry procedures. Please click this link to complete the online declaration: https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone/

- This is a purely sightseeing tour; guests are not allowed to separate from the group during the tour. (For guests separating from the group, the Chinese partner company will charge a separation fee). (Depending on specific cases, please contact staff for assistance and detailed information).

- If guests have a separate loose-leaf visa, they must bring it on the tour. Overseas Vietnamese or foreign nationals must bring a Vietnam re-entry visa.

- Children under 15 years old must be accompanied by parents, or authorized guardians must carry a power of attorney from parents.

- The company will assist with documentation procedures to the best of its ability if guests are denied entry into China.

- In objective circumstances such as terrorism, natural disasters... or incidents/schedule changes of public transport like airplanes, trains... the Company reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time for the convenience and safety of customers and will not be liable for any arising damages.

CHINA GROUP VISA APPLICATION PROCEDURES 

- Passport: Scanned or photographed, ensuring no cropped corners, laid flat at 180 degrees, with no fingers visible.

- 4x6 Photo: latest photo taken within the last 6 months, white background, facial features clearly visible, no smiling, no jewelry, no Photoshop software editing used.