Day 1 Arrival in Beijing, Greet & Meet at Airport, Transfer to Hotel
Our professional Muslim expert tour guide will meet you at the arrival hall of the airport with your private vehicle on standby and assists you to your hotel. Relax during the remainder of the day to recover from the jet lag.
Meals Included: Dinner at local Halal restaurant
Accommodations: 3 nights in Beijing
5-star Great Wall Hotel Beijing (former Great Wall Sheraton Beijing) or similar
4-star 5L Hotel Beijing (former Traders Hotel Beijing) or similar
3-star City Inn Happy Valley Beijing or similar
Day 2 Beijing, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Niujie Mosque, Fresh Water Pearl, Temple of Heaven
Explore Beijing from Tiananmen Square in the morning. Located in the center of Beijing, Tiananmen Square is the largest city square in the world and it has great cultural significance as it was the site of many important events in Chinese history such as Chairman Mao's declaration of the establishment of the People's Republic of China on Oct, 01, 1949. Next walk to the Forbidden City. As the royal residences of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties from the 15th to 20th century, the Forbidden City was the centre of state power in late feudal China and witnessed the enthronement of 14 Ming and 10 Qing emperors over 505 years. Visit fresh water pearl shop and the Temple of Heaven after lunch at a local Halal restaurant and Salat at the 900 year old Niujie Mosque. The Temple of Heaven, built between 1406 and 1420 by the same emperor who was responsible for building the Forbidden City, is where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would worship the god of heaven and pray for good harvest. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site regarded as a masterpiece of architectural and landscape design.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Day 3 Beijing, Great Wall, Jade Carving, Sacred Way of Ming Tombs, Photo Stop at Olympic Venues
Visit the Great Wall of China and jade carving factory in the morning. The Great Wall was continuously built from the 3rd century BC to the 17th century AD on the northern border of China as the great military defense project of successive Chinese Empires. Today, the wall is still impressive at 3,750 miles in length, stretching from the Bohai Sea to the Gobi Desert. The Great Wall embodies unparalleled significance as the national symbol for safeguarding the security of the country and Chinese people. Visit the Sacred Way of the Ming Tomb after lunch and Salat at a local Halal restaurant. The Sacred Way is a stone paved path which stretches as long as one kilometer to the north of the main gate of the Ming Tombs. Next, make a photo stop at the 2008 Olympic Venues of Bird Nest (National Stadium) and Water Cube (National Aquatics Center).
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Day 4 Beijing, Summer Palace, High Speed Train to Xian (about 5 hours)
Morning visit to the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China, the Summer Palace. Using Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as the basic framework, the Summer Palace combined political and administrative, residential, spiritual, and recreational functions within a landscape of lakes and mountains, in accordance with the Chinese philosophy of balancing the works of man with nature. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value. Board second class high speed train to Xian in the afternoon. Xian is the ancient capital city of China and the starting point of Silk Road.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Accommodations: 2 nights in Xian
Local 5-star Grand Noble Hotel Xian or similar
4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian or similar
3-star Xian Chenggong International Hotel (former Ibis Xian Heping) or similar
Day 5 Xian, Terracotta Warriors & Reproduction Factory, Great Mosque, Bell & Drum Tower Square, Muslim Quarter
Morning visit to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses and its reproduction factory. Considered one of the foremost archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, the 2,000-year-old Terracotta Army was discovered by accident in 1974 by local farmers digging a well. The 8,000-plus life-sized figures are arranged in vaults to guard the tomb of Qin Shihuang, the first emperor of China, a major architect of the Great Wall and unifier of China. Visit the Bell & Drum Tower Square and Xian Muslim Quarter after lunch and Salat at Xian Great Mosque. The area north of the Drum Tower is the Muslim Quarter of Xian which covers several blocks with an estimated 60,000 Muslims in the region. There are about seven ancient mosques in the area, among which the Great Mosque built in 742 is most famous and popular among all. Experience a seemingly endless labyrinth of street food, restaurants and bustling local life at Xian's Muslim Quarter.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Day 6 Xian, Little Wild Goose Pagoda, Xian Museum, City Wall, Fly to Hangzhou
Visit Small Wild Goose Pagoda and Xian Museum in the morning. With a history of more than 1,300 years, Small Wild Goose Pagoda was built to store the Buddhist scriptures delivered from ancient India. It is a perfect example of the multi-eaved square brick pagodas built in ancient China. Currently there are 13 storeys left as the top two storeys were destroyed in earthquakes. Continue to visit Xian Museum. Xian Museum boasts nearly 130,000 relics that all relate to the history of Ancient China and Xian specifically. Afterwards visit Xian City Wall. The City Wall of Xian is one of the oldest and best-preserved city walls in the world. Walking atop the Wall you can get the panorama of Xian skyline. Fly to Hangzhou late in the afternoon or at night.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Accommodations: 1 night in Hangzhou
5-star Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Riverside or similar
4-star West Lake Golden Plaza Hotel Hangzhou or similar
3-star Haiwaihai Express Hotel Hangzhou (former Holiday Inn Express Hangzhou Grand Canal) or similar
Day 7 Hangzhou, Cruise on West Lake, Dragon Well Green Tea Plantation, Six Harmonies Pagoda, Qinghefang Ancient Street, Drive to Suzhou
Cruise the West Lake in the morning. Held on three sides in the embrace of hilly peaks, the West Lake has been an attraction for centuries and it had been a favorite imperial retreat in the ancient times. Next, visit the Dragon Well Tea Plantation. This plantation is lying on Fenghuang Hill with a wide area of water and is rich in spring water. Known for its greenness, fragrance, mellow taste, and beauty of tea leaves, Dragon Well Tea tops the ten renowned teas in China. Salat prayer at the Yuan Dynasty constructed Phoenix Mosque. Afterwards, climb the Six Harmonies Pagoda for a beautiful view of Hangzhou with buildings and bridges lining the landscape on one side with the Qiantang River, and green verdant trees lining the other side of the pagoda. Continue with a walk on Qinghefang Ancient Street. This street is one of the oldest streets and is the only well persevered antique historic street in Hangzhou. Drive to Suzhou later in the afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Accommodations: 1 night in Suzhou
5-star Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel (former Sheraton Suzhou) or similar
4-star Xiangxuehai Hotel Suzhou Youlian (former Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou) or similar
3-star Suzhou Manxiang Theme Hotel or similar
Day 8 Suzhou, Humble Administrator's Garden, Silk Factory, Panmen Gate, Shantang Street, Drive to Shanghai
Praised by Marco Polo as the Venice of the Orient, Suzhou has always been the silk capital of China as well as the whole world for centuries. Visit the UNSCO World Heritage Site of Humble Administrator's Garden in the morning. The Humble Administrator's Garden is the largest garden in Suzhou and considered to be the finest garden in all of southern China. Next, visit the silk factory to see a display of the life-cycle of the silk worm and demonstrations of how the silk is harvested from the cocoons and eventually woven into fabric. After Salat at Taipingfang Mosque, visit the Panmen Gate which is the original entrance to the city of Suzhou and is said to boast a history spanning 2,400 years. Then walk along the 1200 year old Shantang Street with old residences and shops selling snacks and handcrafts, like wood engravings and embroideries. Watch wooden boats floating under small arched bridges, which add even more charm to this nostalgic part of town dating back to the Tang Dynasty. Drive to Shanghai later in the afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Accommodations: 2 nights in Shanghai
5-star Crowne Plaza Shanghai or similar
4-star Ambassador Hotel Shanghai or similar
3-star Holiday Inn Express Putuo Shanghai or similar
Day 9 Shanghai, Yuyuan Garden, Silk Store, The Bund & Nanjing Road, People's Square, Shanghai Museum
Morning visit to Yuyuan Garden. This garden is a maze of Ming Dynasty pavilions, elaborate rockeries, arched bridges, and goldfish ponds, all encircled by an undulating dragon wall. Then spend some time shopping at the Chenghuangmiao market located outside the garden. Afterwards, stroll along the Bund and nearby Nanjing Road. The Bund refers to Shanghai's famous waterfront stretching for 1.6km along the west shore of the Huangpu River. Nanjing Road is the main shopping street of Shanghai and one of the busiest shopping streets in the world. Continue with a visit to silk store, the People's Square and Shanghai Museum after lunch and Salat at Xiaotaoyuan Mosque. The People’s Square was once the finest racecourse in Asia before 1949, it is now a large open space in which locals hang out all day, every day, practicing Tai Chi and flying kites. Shanghai Museum is specially celebrated in the world for its rich and high-quality collection of 120,000 precious works of art including ancient Chinese bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
Day 10 Departure from Shanghai
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight (without guide). Wish you a pleasant journey home and thank you for traveling with IslamiChina.
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Performing Salat at Beijing Niujie Mosque
Beijing Niujie mosque was originally built by Nasruddin in 996. Major renovation projects were carried out during the time of Emperor Kangxi (1662-1722) of the Qing Dynasty. It is the largest and oldest mosque in Beijing. The buildings inside the mosque are symmetrically arranged. The main buildings include a minaret which is in traditional Chinese style, the Prayer Hall, and the Stele Pavilion. Many important cultural relics, such as steles from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and cupreous hollowware from the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), are preserved in the mosque. Now Niujie area outside the mosque is the residential place for more than 13,000 Chinese speaking Hui Muslims in Beijing.
Performing Salat at Beijing Madian Mosque
Beijing Madian Mosque is one of the famous mosques in Beijing with a long history. The area of Madian became a place where Chinese speaking Hui Muslims inhabitated in the Ming Dynasty. It is recorded that the number of Hui Muslims in Madian area was more or less the same like in Niujie area (the place with Niujie Mosque, the largest Hui Muslim commnunity in Beijing). Due to the large Hui Muslim population in Madian area, the mosque was built here during Qing Dynasty Emperor Kangxi's reign (1661-1772). During the Culture Revolution (1966-1976), Madian Mosque was turned into a factory and the prayer room became the workshop. In 1982, the factory was moved away and Madian Mosque was returned to the local Muslim community. However, the prayer room was no longer suitalbe for salat. Local Muslims raised money to rebuid the prayer room and lecture rooms. Covering an area of 3,800 square meters, the newly renovated Madian Mosque is in traditional Chinese courtyard style.
Performing Salat at Xian Great Mosque
Xian Great Mosque was built in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and expanded in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). The mosque has a rectangular layout which is from east to west. There are five courtyards inside the mosque. The main buildings include the decorated archway, the prayer hall, the minaret (a traditional Chinese Tower), the scripture hall and the stele pavilion. The principal building is the prayer hall, which can accommodate 1,000 prayers at the same time. In the mosque there are many precious cultural relics, such as epigraphs, tablets, couplets, censers, phylacteries, paintings, hanging lamps and so on. A hand-written copy of the Quran by a well-known Moslem noble in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) is preserved in the mosque.
Performing Salat at Xian Daxuexixiang Mosque
Xian Daxuexixiang Mosque was built during the Yuan & Song Dynasties. Buildings inside the mosque include screen wall, minaret (a traditional Chinese Tower) and prayer hall which can accommodate 500 people to pray at the same time. The minaret was said to be built in Song Dynasty, and was renovated for several times after Zhenghe finished his fourth voyages. The well known Zhenghe Stele, or the Rebuilding of Qingjing Temple Stele, is erected inside the South Stele Pavilion.
Performing Salat at Hangzhou Phoenix Mosque
Hangzhou Phoenix Mosque is one of the four greatest mosques in the coastal area of Southeast China. First built in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), the Phoenix Mosque was ruined in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). In 1929, the gate and the five-storied wooden minaret on the top of the gate were removed because of the city construction, seriously damaging the overall image of the mosque. Later Hangzhou Phoenix Mosque underwent several reconstructions. The current prayer hall was built without any girder during the Yuan Dynasty. Many cultural relics and artworks, including wooden couplets with Arabic calligraphy inscriptions and stone steles, are preserved in the mosque.
Performing Salat at Shanghai Xiaotaoyan Mosque
Xiaotaoyan Mosque was established in 1917 and rebuilt in 1925 and features the Islamic architectural style. Inside the gate there is a rectangular courtyard. The 500 square meter big prayer hall can accommodate 200 prayers. Since Xiaotaoyuan Mosque was founded, it has established several schools, including the Islam Normal School, the Primary School for Muslims, Mingcheng Primary School, Chongben Primary School, and Shanghai Islam Orphanage. Currently, organizations such as the Management Committee of Mosques in Shanghai, Shanghai Islamic Association are located in Xiaotaoyuan Mosque.
Fine Dining at Local Halal Restaurants
Breakfast will be both Western and Chinese breakfast at hotel. Lunch & dinner will be arranged at local Chinese Halal restaurants near sightseeing places. Please be assured that all lunch and dinner arranged by ICT will be at Halal restaurants with Halal certificate issued by related government offices. We don't arrange pork free meals. If you have special request for Indian, Pakistani, Indonesian, Turkish, Arabian or other cuisines, please advise us in advance and we will arrange accordingly. Please note that Indian, Pakistani, Indonesian, Turkish, Arabian restaurants are always more expensive than Chinese Halal meals.
Transportations
ICT will provide private air-conditioned vehicle during tours with service of experienced drivers. For 2 travelers, we will arrange a private FAW Besturn B70 car; for 3-5 travelers we will arrange a private Refine MPV; for 6-9 travelers we will arrange Joylong 15 seater mini bus; for 10-15 travelers we will arrange Kinglong 21 seater bus or Toyota Coaster Bus; for 16-25 travelers we will arrange Kinglong 33 seater bus; for 26-35 travelers we will arrange Kinglong 45 seater bus.
Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Great Wall Hotel Beijing (former Great Wall Sheraton Beijing)
Add: No.10 Dongsanhuan North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Tel: +86-10-65905566
Centrally located in the Chaoyang Commercial District, The Great Wall Hotel Beijing offers accommodations just 300 m from Agricultural Exhibition Center Metro Station. It features 4 dining options and an indoor pool. Yonghe Temple and Guozijian are both a 20-minute drive from The Great Wall Hotel Beijing. Beijing Train Station is a 25-minute drive away. Beijing West Station is a 1-hour car journey away. It takes 30 minutes to reach Beijing Capital International Airport by car from the property. Stylish rooms feature modern interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows. Tastefully decorated, all rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar and cozy seating area. A bathtub and shower facilities are in the private bathroom. Silk Road Trattoria restaurant serves a variety of Italian dishes, while French specialties are offered at the French Bistro. At The 21st Floor Chinese Restaurant, guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city while sampling Cantonese and Sichuan food. Recreational choices include relaxing in the sauna, having a body massage, or exercising at the gym. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with currency exchange and car rental services.
Deluxe Hotel: Local 5-star Grand Noble Hotel Xian
Add: No.334 East Street, Beilin District, Xian
Tel: +86-29-87690000
Located in the central business area of Xi'an, Grand Noble Hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the Bell and Drum Tower as well as the Muslim Food Street. It features 6 dining options, a spa and wellness center, while guestrooms offer iPod and MP3 stations and free WiFi access in all areas. Hotel Grand Noble is a 5-minute drive from Xi'an Railway Station and a 10-minute drive from Xi'an History Museum. It takes about 40 minutes by taxi to Xianyang International Airport or Terracotta Warriors. All guest rooms have private bathroom facilities, a mini-bar, and a safety deposit box. Free branded toiletries are offered in the private bathroom. Coffee/tea maker can also be found in the rooms. Guests can work out at the well-equipped fitness center, or make use of the bicycle rental facilities. The hotel also offers a tour desk to arrange day activities.
Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Riverside
Add: No.3399 Jiangnan Avenue, Binjiang District, Hangzhou
Tel: +86-571-87779888
Ideal for fun and relaxation, Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Riverside is located in the Bin Jiang District area of Hangzhou. Set 9.0 km from the excitement of the city, this 5-star hotel commands an excellent location and provides access to the city's biggest attractions. Visitors to the hotel can take pleasure in touring the city's top attractions: Qiantang River Bridge, Southern Song Dynasty Guan Kiln Museum, Clouds Scurrying over Jade Emperor Hill. Offering hotel guests superior services and a broad range of amenities, Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Riverside is committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable as possible. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. Step into one of 200 inviting rooms and escape the stresses of the day with a wide range of amenities such as television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless, internet access- wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning which can be found in some rooms. The hotel offers wonderful recreational facilities such as fitness center, indoor pool, massage, steamroom to make your stay truly unforgettable.
Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel (former Sheraton Suzhou)
Add: No. 259 Xinshi Road, Gusu District, Suzhou
Tel: +86-512-65103388
Surrounded by a thriving commercial district and historic attractions, the strategic location of Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel allows easy access to Pan Men Scenic Area and is only one-hour drive or 30 minutes high-speed train ride from Shanghai. The hotel features 481 guestrooms with spectacular views. All guest rooms are equipped with high speed internet access, a work desk station and other conveniences for business and leisure travelers. For dining options, try one of the three restaurants which feature dishes from local favorites to western fare, and from Cantonese classics to Italian seafood. Recreational facilities include a fitness center, a spa, an outdoor swimming pool, and a temperature-controlled indoor swimming pool. With an ideal location and facilities to match, Pan Pacific Suzhou Hotel is the perfect choice for a memorable stay.
Deluxe Hotel: 5-star Crowne Plaza Shanghai Hotel
Add: No. 400 Panyu Road, Changning District, Shanghai
Tel: +86-21-61458888
If you have stayed at one of the many Crown Plazas around the globe, you are already familiar with the quality of service they represent. Crowne Plaza Shanghai Hotel prides themselves on providing a full array of hospitality geared for business. That means you can expect a lot of amenities all under one roof. An excellent business center can be found on-site with meeting facilities and ballrooms that can accommodate corporate or private events. But it's not all business all the time. Guests can relax with the dining options, work out in the well-equipped fitness center, or take advantage of the Olympic-sized indoor pool. A sauna and massage treatments further the chances to get truly relaxed. With all these options and a worldwide track record of good service, you are in good hands during your stay at Crowne Plaza Shanghai Hotel.
Standard Hotel: 4-star Beijing 5L Hotel (former Traders Hotel Beijing)
Add: No. 1 Jianguomenwai Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Tel: +86-10-65052277
Offering free WiFi, Beijing 5L Hotel offers rooms in Beijing, 6 km from Wangfujing Street and 6.3 km from Guijie Street. Well located in the Chaoyang district, this hotel is located 6.6 km from Tiananmen Square. Yonghegong Temple is 8 km away and Forbidden City is 8 km from the hotel. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Beijing 5L Hotel. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Chinese cuisine. Staff at the reception can help around the clock with guidance on the area. Qianmen Street is 8 km from Beijing 5L Hotel, while Nan Luo Gu Xiang is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Nanyuan Airport, 20.9 km from the hotel. This is our guests' favorite part of Beijing, according to independent reviews. This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Beijing! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.
Standard Hotel: 4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian
Add: No. 172 Lianhu Lu, Lianhu District, Xian
Tel: +86-29-87216868
Located next to the city wall, the friendly staff at this location can make any stay in Xian effortless and memorable. With 480 rooms, Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel can accommodate a large amount of people, and they usually do because of their popularity and reputation for excellence. The staff realizes that it is difficult to travel in a city where most visitors don’t speak the language, and as a consequence, they make visiting the major tourist sites in the area effortless and efficient. Considered by many to be the best place to stay in Xian, the Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel will not disappoint, and it is definitely worth a look. Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel can be easily booked with our secure online booking form. Simply enter your dates and click to proceed.
Standard Hotel: 4-star Hangzhou West Lake Golden Plaza Hotel
Add: No.131 Jiefang Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
Tel: +86-571-87926666
Hangzhou West Lake Golden Plaza Hotel, situated on Jiefang Road, is located only 800-meters from West Lake. Guests will enjoy easy access to the city center, the industrial territories in Dongguan, Pinghu, and Longgang, as well as the central area of Fenggang Town and the Dongguan Modern Exhibition Center. Hubin Park is one and a half kilometers away, the Hangzhou Stele Forest is two kilometers away, and Rosy Cloud is only three and a half kilometers away. The hotel boasts 287 rooms adorned with either lake or city views and a pleasing Chinese theme with wireless internet access. The hotel also features an on-site restaurant that offers a selection of authentic Chinese and Western cuisine. The Hangzhou West Lake Golden Plaza Hotel is perfect for travelers that want business class facilities and a well-connected location.
Standard Hotel: 4-star Xiangxuehai Hotel Suzhou Youlian (former Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou)
Add: No.99 Jiefang East Road, Suzhou
Tel: +86-512-68118888
Southwest of the city, Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou is one of the newer additions to Suzhou’s competitive hotel market and has a lot to offer. Although not located right in the Old City center, cabs are cheap and easy to get. Ideally located for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou is between the Suzhou New & Hi-Tech Development Zone and the Wu Zhong Economic District. Furthermore, the Suzhou Industrial Park is six kilometers from the hotel, and guests can also easily access the expressway. Panmen Scenery Area is less than 500 meters from the hotel and a must-see while you are here. At the end of a long day, relax with a dip in the indoor heated pool or opt for a relaxing massage. An excellent location outside the city center, Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou is pure value for money.
Standard Hotel:4-star Shanghai Ambassador Hotel
Add: No.818 Wanhngdu Road, Jingan District, Shanghai
Tel: +86-21-63357509
This luxury class hotel situated in the CaoJiaDu Commercial Zone, is located near West NanJing Road. Guests will enjoy easy access to the Shanghai Exhibition Center, the commercial zones of ZhongShan Park, and the JingAn Temple. The hotel is also surrounded by a myriad of restaurants, shopping areas, and local markets. The hotel boasts 308 rooms furnished with elegant amenities that promote comfort and offer a special Japanese floor. Additionally, guests can enjoy fine dining and drinks at the Clivia Coffee Shop, the Grand Palace Restaurant, and the Yawara Teppanyaki Restaurant. The Ambassador Hotel is one of the leading international luxury hotels in Shanghai, perfect for guests that want luxury and refinement.
Budget Hotel: 3-star City Inn Happy Valley Hotel Beijing
Add: Vecchio Shopping Street, North Xiaowuji Road, East 4th Ring, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Tel: +86-10-67376688
City Inn Happy Valley Beijing is a chain of fine business hotel brand developed by the OCT IHMC, located in the center of Beijing City that gives traveler the great location for business and financial purposes. The hotel is also easily reachable the city’s major shopping area and famous attractions nearby such as Beijing National Stadium, the Summer Palace. The hotel boasts excellent accommodation among Beijing hotels, good service and well appointed facility. In the hotel there are 224 rooms that have contemporary interiors and diverse room types. It offers the ideal setting for conferences, meetings, special events, business trips, and the Internet access helps guests keeping in touch with their friends and family when traveling in Beijing. Free broad video and self-help laundry house are available for guests. Restaurants, Bars, Sauna, Foot Massage, Beauty Salon, Supermarket, Banks, and Hospital are all around the hotel. An attentive and professional staff is always pleased to provide you all the necessary information for your successful Beijing travel.
Budget Hotel: 3-star Xian Chenggong International Hotel
Add: 59 Heping Men, Beilin District, Xi'an
Xian Chenggong International Hotel is the former Ibis Xi'an Heping. It is located 4.8 km from Xi'an Station. This hotel features self parking, a business center, and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance. All 201 rooms offer free WiFi, coffee makers, and TVs with cable channels. Free newspapers, free bottled water, and hair dryers are among the other amenities that guests will find.
Budget Hotel: 3-star Hangzhou Haiwaihai Express Hotel
Add: No. 329 Shangtang Road, Wulin Square District, Hangzhou
Tel: +86-571-88318888
This high standard hotel is centrally located in the north of Hangzhou district and is one of many hotels managed by InterContinental Group. Its an easy 15 minute drive to Westlake and within close proximity to the bustling city center and hi-tech development areas. The Desheng express highway can transport guests to Shanghai, Ningbo and Nanjiang. Additionally, Haiwaihai Express Hotel is approximately 35 kilometers from the Xiaoshan International Airport. Nearby attractions that are easily accessible include the Great Grand Canal, Wulin Square, Xixi Wetland National Park and Xiangji Temple. There are 179 well-appointed guest rooms conveniently fitted with modern facilities to meet the needs of today's travelers. As for hotel dining, the on-site restaurant serves a variety of tasty dishes for all meals. This is a luxurious accommodation choice with the best in facilities and convenience.
Budget Hotel: Suzhou Manxiang Theme Hotel
Add: No. 26, Jingde Road, Gusu District, Suzhou
Tel: +86-512-67570999
The Manxiang Theme Hotel is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Suzhou, having been recently opened in 2017. The hotel is conveniently located just 4km from Suzhou Railway Station and 38km from Sunan Shuofang International Airport. Being just minutes away from Cha Yuan Chang Metro Station allows guests to explore the city with ease. Guests will find Guanqian Street, Quyuan Garden and Suzhou City God Temple just a short distance from the hotel. Humble Administrator's Garden is located approximately 3km away. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with families.
Budget Hotel: 3-star Holiday Inn Express Putuo Hotel
Add: No. 843 Guang fuxi Lu, Putuo District, Shanghai
Tel: +86-21-61421818
Well-managed and conveniently situated on Guang Fu Xi Road, in the heart of downtown, Holiday Inn Express Putuo Hotel is a great choice for travelers. It's an easy drive to the city center and a short distance of nine kilometers to Hongqiao International Airport. The railway station is also easily accessible along with many scenic destinations such as Jing'an Temple, Jade Buddy Temple, Zhong Shan Park and the Su Zhou River where guests can enjoy the stunning riverside and garden view. Shanghai's prime shopping center is also within close proximity. The seven-story hotel boasts 237 well-appointed guest rooms that come with a modern and simplistic style. All room are non-smoking, featuring satellite TV and individually controlled air conditioning. Catering to the discerning business travelers, the 48 square meters meeting room is ideal and fully-equipped with an array of meeting facilities such as an LCD projector and a DVD player.
Get Your Visa before Entering China
Nearly every visitor to China will need a tourist 'L' visa before arriving. We cannot obtain your visa, but we will provide you with an official Visa Invitation Letter for your visa application after deposit payment is completed. You need to download Application Forms from the official website of China embassy of your country. On the application, you will need to provide your travel dates, travel itinerary, and proof of onward travel. The application must be typed with no hand written corrections or it will not be accepted. Please bring the Visa Application Forms together with our Visa Invitation Letter to the Chinese embassy or consulate to apply for China visa. We recommend getting your visa at least two months before trip departure to avoid logistical problems. For individual travelers, single-entry visas are valid for entry within three months. For business people and other regular visitors there are multiple-entry visas good for six months at a time. Each visa is valid for a stay of 30 or 60 days, and can be extended while in China. Please note that if you plan to leave China to visit or do business in another nearby country and then go back to China before returning to your country of origin, you need to apply for Double Entry Visa. If you leave China to visit Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan and then go back to China, you need a Double Entry Visa.
Arrival in Beijing
This tour starts in Beijing. Beijing has two international airports, Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Beijing Capital Airport is 29 km (15 miles) to the city center while Beijing Daxing Airport is 46 km (29 miles) to the center of Beijing. Upon your arrival at Beijing airport, ICT tour guide will hold islamiChina welcome sign with your name and wait at the airport arrival hall.
Departure from Shanghai
This tour ends in Shanghai. There are two international airports in Shanghai, Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) and Shanghai Pudong (PVG). Pudong mainly serves international flights, while Hongqiao mainly serves domestic and regional flights in East Asia. Hongqiao Airport is closer to the city center (13km / 8 miles) than Pudong (30 km / 19 miles). You will be transferred to your airline terminal building of Shanghai airport on the last day. For your information, Pudong Airport is connected to the magnetic levitation line (Maglev), currently the fastest commercial train in the world. From Longyang Road Metro Station to Pudong airport, the 30-kilometer trip will take only eight minutes. Max speed of Maglev Train can be 430km/h. Please contact us if you want to try Maglev train for your departure in Shanghai.
Deposit Payment
A deposit of $200 USD per person is required to secure your reservation. Once your deposit has been received, we will send your confirmation letter, materials for your visa application, packing list, and general information to prepare for your trip to China. We will send you Visa Invitation Letter once we receive deposit payment if you need Visa Invitation Letter.
Full Payment
Full payment should be made 30 days prior to departure. Once full payment has been made, hotels, tour guides, domestic flights/trains and land transportation will be confirmed.
Cancellation
Cancellations made 31 days or more prior to the scheduled departure date, will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made within 22 - 30 days will incur a 10% fee. Cancellations made within 15 - 21 days will incur a 30% fee. Cancellations made within 8 - 14 days will incur a 50% fee. Cancellations made within 0 - 7 days will not receive a refund. After the tour has commenced, there is no refund for canceled services due to non-participation, early departure, late arrival, or missed days on tours. Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is determined based Beijing time. Please allow 2-5 business days to process and confirm your cancellation request. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.