Although the focus of your visit to China may well be the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, an entire country awaits your exploration, too. Let’s Travel China has assembled 8 fully-escorted tours; 5 are offered as Post-Beijing Olympics Tours (to follow your visit with Beijing) and 3 are offered as Pre-Beijing Olympics Tours (to precede your Beijing visit). Here they are:


Post-Beijing Olympics Tours:
great wall
Price: $1510
Cities: Xian, Suzhou & Shanghai

To guard his tomb, China’s first Emperor had an entire army of over 8,000 terracotta soldiers constructed. Uncovered some 2,200 years later, the Terracotta Warriors are Xian’s most noted attraction. You’ll also tour Suzhou, China’s “Venice of the East” and home to the silk industry; and Shanghai – China’s burgeoning skyscraper city of tomorrow!

Departures: 8/11, 8/17, 8/19, 8/21, 8/25
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panda
 
Price: $2820
Cities: Xian, Suzhou & Shanghai

In addition to Xian’s Terracotta Warriors, this tour includes a visit to Chengdu, home to China’s “mascot,” the Giant Panda! You’ll also take in a 3-night Yangtze River Cruise (including a tour of the immense Three Gorges Dam). As with all tours, Shanghai and Suzhou are included, too!

Departures: 8/11, 8/17, 8/19, 8/21, 8/25
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Guilin - Li River
Price: $2760
Cities: Xian, Chengdu, Guilin, Suzhou & Shanghai

Xian’s Terracotta Warriors, Chengdu’s lovable Pandas, the silk museums of Suzhou and the shops of Shanghai are complemented with a journey to China’s uniquely beautiful Guilin and Li River region. The mountain-climbing rice terraces at Longji Titian are visited as is one of China’s most picturesque towns: Yangshuo.

Departures: 8/11, 8/17, 8/18, 8/19, 8/21, 8/25
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Suzhou
 
Price: $5480
Cities: Xian, Tibet, Chengdu, Guilin, Suzhou & Shanghai

This extended adventure takes in the monasteries and mountains of Tibet; the serene, pastoral vistas near Guilin, as well as the favored highlights of Xian’s Terracotta Warriors, the Pandas of Chengdu, the gardens of Suzhou and the shops of Shanghai!

Departures: 8/25
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Pre-Beijing Olympics Tours:
terracotta warriors
Price: $1510
Cities: Shanghai, Suzhou, Xian

Your tour begins in dynamic Shanghai; arguably China’s most modern, most fast-paced city. The pace slows with your arrival in Suzhou, China’s “Silk City.” From there you’ll   travel west to walk Xian’s magnificent City Wall and marvel at one of the 20th century’s most significant archeological finds: the Terracotta Warriors!

Departures: 8/2, 8/4, 8/8, 8/10
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Yangtze River Trekkers
 
Price: $2530
Cities: Shanghai, Suzhou, Yangtze River Cruise, Xian

Similar to the “China Highlights” tour above, this itinerary adds an upriver cruise from Yichang (near the mighty Three Gorges Dam) to Chongqing where you’ll enjoy a savory “Hot-Pot Dinner.” Before traveling on to Beijing you’ll make a 2-night stop for the wonders of Xian.

Departures: 7/29, 8/2, 8/4, 8/8, 8/10
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Li River
Price: $2760
Cities:Shanghai, Suzhou, Guilin, Chengdu, Xian

Following your nights at Shanghai and Suzhou you’ll travel to the incredible scenery of Guilin and the Li River. A short cruise down the Li River is included as is a visit to the terraced rice fields of picture postcard fame. Then it's on to the Pandas at Chengdu and the Terracotta Warriors at Xian!

Departures: 7/29, 8/2, 8/4, 8/8, 8/10
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All prices are USD per person based on double occupancy. Above prices do not include international air to and from China; gratuities; travel visas. Prices are subject to change without notice and are capacity controlled. Click here to view standard Terms & Conditions.