MBL - Gateway to China

Me and China (for overseas Chinese people who are 18 year and over )

Easter/Summer holiday (twice every year)

Every time three cultural topics

Pass through the space and time of motherland, China, to enjoy the beautiful Chinese scenery, taste the delicious food and appreciate Chinese art and culture; experience the Chinese generosity; search for the origins of Chinese pride and dignity.

1.Ancient Capital and Culture

2.Exquisite South

3.Multi Folk Custom

Suggested itinerary

Ancient Capital and Culture

Arrival Beijing, China. Airport pick up to hotel. Check in.

Beijing

In the morning, visit the Forbidden City which was the residence of the Emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Then visit Tiananmen Square ---the largest square in the world. Lastly, you will visit the Temple of Heaven where emperors prayed to their gods for good harvest and longevity.

Beijing

Today’s highlight is the Great Wall. Construction of the wall started in the 7th century B.C. it is the only man-made structure which can be seen from the moon. Next, visit Ming Tombs, tomb of the 13th Ming Dynasty emperor and also known as “Underground Palace”

Beijing / Zhenzhou - by flight

In the morning we will visit the Summer Palace. It is the largest and the best preserved imperial Chinese Garden for 800 years. It has been used by the court as a retreat from the capital’s heat. Depart for Zhenzhou by afternoon flight .

Zhenzhou

The capital of Henan Provice, Zhenzhou is a famous ancient city. Today’s highlight is Hennan Museum and Guandu Battle Ground. Later embark on a boat cruise along the Yellow River, the 2nd longest river in China.

Zhenzhou / Kaifeng - by bus

After breakfast, continue to Kaifeng . Kaifeng is an illustrious city with a unique 3,000 year history. This city has been called the “ancient Capital of Seven Dynasties” and has a fascinating history of the Jewish community and it’s Quarter. Here you will visit the Xiangguo Monastery, Reverend Bao’s ancestral temple, Dragon Pavilion, Iron Pagoda and Song city.

Kaifeng / Shaolin Temple / Luoyang - by bus

This morning visit the Pagoda Forest consisting of 240 tomb pagodas of bricks or stones from the Tang, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Next, proceed to the Shaolin Temple to be treated to a world famous Shaolin Martial Arts performance. Then move on to Luoyang, visit Baimashi (Temple of White Horse), the oldest temple in China with history of over 1.900 years

Luoyang / Xi'An - by flight

Louyang –a city where nine dynasties had their capital. The Longmen grottos is one of the three big art treasure houses in China. The Buddhist statues carved out of ancient stone are housed in caves and niches. They are very expressive and lifelike. After lunch, proceed to Xian, the oldest capital of the ancient China.

Xi'An

After breakfast, visit the world famous Terra Cotta Warrior. This archaeological site dated back to 3rd century BC is the burial site of Emperor Qin Shi Huang and it does sometimes called the “the Eight wonder of the world”. Next stop, Hua Qing Hot Spring, located at the northern foothills of Mount Li.

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Xi'An

Start the day by touring the Great Wild Goose Pagoda, also known as Ci En monastery pagoda. Next, we will visit the Banpo Neolithic Village (banpo yizhi), the most complete example of an agricultural Neolithic settlement in the world. This excavated site of a village dates back to 4500BC and was discovered in 1953. There are more female tombs and graves than male, and the women’s graves contain more objects and valuables than their male counterparts indicating a Matriarchal clan community.

D11

Xi'An / Beijing - by flight

D12

Check out, airport pick up and depart Beijing

Exquisite South

Shanghai

Begin your vacation with a pleasant flight to Shanghai, the largest and most popular city in china. Upon arrival, cruise the Huangpu River and the famous Shanghai Bund

Shanghai

Visit Jade Buddha Temple, thereafter, we will go to Pudong, the area that has changed most dramatically in the city in recent years in the eastern bank of the Huangppu River. Oriental Pearl TV Tower---the Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower stands in Pudong Park in the new and developing Lujiazui district.

Shanghai / Hangzhou - by bus

Hangzhou, the city Marco Polo called “the world’s most beautiful and splendid city” and the famous West Lake, a large fresh water lake surrounding by lofty hills and tranquil gardens. Continue your visit to the Lingyin Temple and the Tomb of General Yue Fei, an outstanding patriotic hero of the Song Dynasty.

Hangzhou / Shaoxing / Hangzhou - by bus

After breakfast depart to the centre of the waterway system on the northern Zhejiang plain—Shaoxing. Upon arrival visit “Lan Pavilion” which is the famous attraction of Southern China with a group of buildings built during Qing Dynasty. Then visit Keyan.

Hangzhou / Wuxi - by bus

Today, depart for Wuxi, a name that means “tinless” where the local tin mine was exhausted during the Han Dynasty. Tour the Xihui Park which is named after Mount Xi Shan and Mount Hui Shan. Another exciting highlight would be the visit to Three Kingdom City followed by Lake Taihu, which is renowned for its magnificent waters, hills and harmonious beauty.

Wuxi / Nanjing - by bus

Nanjing / Suzhou - by bus

Today, depart for Suzhou, a “Paradise on Earth—also known as the Oriental Venice” because of its extension network of canals. Upon arrival, visit the Panmen Gates. It is the most typical and oldest water gates in China. Thereafter, visit Wangshi Garden.

Suzhou / Zhouzhuang - by bus

Start the day with a tour of Tiger Hill and Han Shan Monastery. Thereafter, visit Dongshanqi Garden’s Carved Mansion. It is a richly ornamented mansion with the carving of “The Brotherhood at the Peach Orchard”. “24 Tales of Filial Piety”, stories from “The Western Chamber” etc.

Zhouzhuang / Shanghai - by bus

Zhouzhuang, where ancient house, water alleys and scenes make for a breathtaking sight. Walk through fusty alleys punctuated with the occasional cracks of sunlight. Zhouzhuang the old—world charm is all here. The scenery of there is disturbed duly by the silvers of sewer that gather at the edge of the water alleys. After which we will proceed to Shanghai.

D10

Shanghai

Check out, airport pick up and depart Shanghai

Multi Folk Custom

Kunming

Begin your vacation with a flight to Kunming, upon arrival, visit Western Hill and Dragon Gate

Kunming / Dali - by flight

Depart by flight to Dali. Upon arrival, embark on an Erhai cruise. Today, savour the famous tea of Dali while being entertained by the Bai tribe performances. Next, visit the Three Pagodas in Chongsheng Temple and Butterfly Spring. We then proceed to visit 3 villages of the Bai tribe, namely Zhou City, Xizhou town and Ancient city

Dali / Lijiang - by flight

Lijiang, inhabited by Naxi people, is located in the northwest of Yunnan province. It is characterised by magnificent mountains, clear waters and beautiful mountains. Upon arrival, tour the Jade Spring Park. Proceed to Old Market Square, criss-crossed by canals and a maze of narrow streets.

Lijiang

Today, visit snow capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Yufeng Temple, Ganhaizi and Baish Murals

Lijiang / Lugu Lake - by bus

Today, depart for Lugu Lake, with an average depth of 40m, it is set in a dense forest. Environment around the lake is well preserved, where the air is fresh, water pollution free and the scenery is incredibly delightful. The shore of the lake is home to the Mosuo people, a branch of the ethnic Naxi group who retain the vestiges of a matriarchal society. Tonight, you will stay in a traditional Mosou accommodation and be welcomed by the Mosou people where they will sing and dance for you.

Lugu Lake / Ninglang - by bus

This morning, embark on the cruise on the Lugu Lake. You may want to walk along the shores of the lake admiring the surrounding scenery and the costumes of the Mosuo. You will also get a chance to visit a Mosuo Home. Up to the present day, the Mosuo men and women are not united by wedlock, each living at the mother’s place, yet keeping a casual cohabitation relationship. Females are predominant and are leaders of the families. Thereafter depart for Ninglang

Ninglang / Lijiang - by bus

After breakfast, depart for Lijiang to visit Mufu and free in the afternoon.

Lijiang / Kunming - by flight

Today, depart for Kunming to visit Caiseshalin, famous for its outstanding sand formations including relief (sculptures) etc

Kunming

Check out, airport pick up and depart Kunming

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