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Guangzhou/Shenzhen Group Tour 5-Days

Guangzhou/Shenzhen Group Tour 5-Days
Guangzhou/Shenzhen Group Tour 5-Days
Tour Code: SMT004
Starting Price: USD336pp
Starts from: Guangzhou
Departs from: Guangzhou
Departure Dates: Every Saturday
Destinations: Guangzhou & Shenzhen
Features: Just for MH & AirAsia Passengers
  • Day 1: Arrival in Guangzhou (Every Saturday)
    Meals Included: No meal
    Hotel: Local Local 4-star Euro Asia Hotel or similar class
     
    Arrive in Guangzhou. As the major city in South China, it has become the gateway of exchange between the mainland and foreign countries in terms of both economics and culture. After a warm welcome, our guide we will accompany you to hotel for check-in assistance. Please be aware that our package does not include your return AirAsia flight tickets to Guangzhou.
    Day 2: Guangzhou/Shenzhen by Coach (Sunday)
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
    Hotel: Local 4-star FX Hotel or similar class
     
    Our wonderful trip starts with Yuexiu Park - the largest park in downtown. With three artificial lakes and seven hills neighboring, the major sightseeing is Five Rams Sculpture. Built in 1959, it is the symbol of Guangzhou City (which is also called City of Rams). The whole statue was carved on 130 pieces of marbles, with a height of more than 10 meters. Take coach to Shenzhen. Upon arrival, we will head to Lotus Mountain Park, where the guests will take a photo at Bronze Statue of Mr. Deng Xiao Ping – the great leader of China’s Reform and Opening Up. After a well prepared Halal lunch, we will do afternoon prayers at Muslim Hotel. Coming up next are some shopping time at the most famous Dong Men Shopping Street. As the largest commercial area in Shenzhen, it covers 176,000 square kilometers and composed of over 20 small alleys, which enables visitors to find almost anything they want. Check into hotel for rest.
     
     
    Day 3: Shenzhen (Monday)
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
    Hotel: Local 4-star FX Hotel or similar class
     
    The tour to Shenzhen Bay Park opens the Third day of our incredible trip. Leaning the Shenzhen Bay, it is the exclusive coastal leisure area to experience nature and to view the grand Red Forest inside. Before lunch, we will take a look at Geological Mineral Center. Today’s prayers will be held at Mei Lin Mosque, followed by some shopping time at Silk Factory, where the best quality silk products can be found. We will then head to Shenzhen Civic Center, whose building architecture becomes the symbol this modern international city. The last stop is Bamboo Charcoal Center. Go back to hotel for rest after dinner.
     
     
    Day 4: Shenzhen/Guangzhou by Coach (Tuesday)
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at local Halal restaurants
    Hotel: Local 4-star Euro Asia Hotel or similar class
     
    In the morning, we will head to Guangzhou by coach. We will first do some shopping at Chinese Herbal Medicine Center and Jade Center. Today’s prayer will be held at Huai Sheng Mosque. First built 1350 Tang Dynasty, it is one of the Four Most Famous Mosques in China, and the head quarter of Islamic Association in Guangzhou city. The rest of the time is for blast shopping – we will go to Baima Clothing Wholesale Market in Guangzhou, and then the most famous Beijing Pedestrian Street.
     
     
    Day 5: Departure from Guangzhou (Wednesday)
    Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
     
    After the check-out assistance, our guide will go with you to Guangzhou International Airport for the morning departure flight.
    Reservation
    For reservation, simply send an email to info@islamiChina.com. Please inform us: the tour code; the number of travelers; the date of arrival in China; your international flight number. For details of payment, please read our Terms & Conditions.

     

  • Tour Prices 
    Twin/triple: USD336pp; Single Supplement: USD120
     
    Departures: Every Saturday in Guangzhou
     
    Remarks
    Operation handling everyday on SIC basis
    Minimum of 2 adult travelers is required at the time of booking
    This package is only for Singapore, Malaysian travelers arriving Beijing by AirAsia or MH flights
    Minors Rates (above 2 years and below 18 years): with bed: 100% & without bed: 75%
    A cost make-up fee of USD30pp/day will be preceded for no-show pax during the tour
    A surcharge of USD60pp/shop will be preceded for duration less than 1 hour’s stay or cancellation on compulsory tourism shopping stops.
     
    Further Notifications
    Cost for extra airport transfer in Guangzhou is USD70/way, without tour guide.
    The rates are only valid for Guangzhou arrival as the very first destination from abroad.
    Payment with tips is required to be done via Telegraphic Transfer 12 days prior to the arrival date.
    Hotel extension is USD60pp/night based on twin or triple sharing. Extra bed is USD30/night with breakfast.
    The welcome board is “Cuti-Cuti Muslim Guangzhou Shenzhen Guangzhou”. 
    The prices above is not be valid during Chinese National Day Holiday (Oct 01 to Oct 07) and the Guangzhou Trade Fair (Oct 15 to Nov 04)
    Tour Inclusions
    Hotel accommodations with daily Buffet Breakfast at hotel
    Meals as specified (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner at local Halal restaurants)
    Air-conditioned coach for land transportation
    Experienced English language speaking tour guide
    All admission tickets to sightseeing places
    All government taxes
    Tour Exclusions
    Optional tour & Insurance
    International flights (return AirAsia airfare to Guangzhou is not included)
    Gratuities or tips to guides and drivers (RM15pp/day)
    Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, etc
    Reservation
    For reservation, simply send an email to info@islamiChina.com. Please inform us: the tour code; the series you choose (deluxe, standard or budget); the number of travelers; your name as appeared in passport; your passport number; the date of arrival in China and your international flight numbers. For information on reservation, payment and cancellation please read our Terms & Conditions.

     

  • Performing Salat at Shenzhen Meilin Mosque
    Shenzhen is considered a relatively young and modern city in China, located in the South of China. Due to Deng Xiaoping’s Open Door Policy many people migrated to Shenzhen and this included many Muslims. It is estimated that the majority of Muslims in Shenzhen are from the Hui group. But as a newly emerging immigrant city there are many other ethnic Muslims in the city such as Uyghurs, Kazaks and Dongxiang people. There are also Muslims from Arab countries, southeast Asia, India, Pakistan and Africa. There is only one mosque in Shenzhen which is the Meilin mosque. It has a small garden and can be seen with its two mosaic covered minarets. A prayer hall and office are located within the compound.
     
     
    Performing Salat at Guangzhou Huaisheng Mosque
    Guangzhou Huaisheng Mosque is the oldest mosque in China and one of the oldest mosques in the world. Huaisheng Mosque is also named Guangta Mosque. It is said to be built by one of the Prophet Mohammad's companions, Sa'd ibn Waqqas who met the Chinese Emperor Gaozong in Chang'an (present day Xian) in 651. He got permission from the Tang Dynasty emperor to practice Islam in China and back to Guangzhou, he built the Huaisheng Mosque. The meaning of Huaisheng in Chinese can be understood as "devoted to the Prophet", or else "devoted to the sage (Sa’d ibn Waqqas)". However, the name may have originally 
    been a direct translation of the Arabic word for "Companions of the Prophet" (huai "to cherish" for the Arabic "sahabah").
     
     
    Fine Dining at Local Restaurants with Halal Certificate
    Breakfast will be both Western and Chinese buffet breakfast at hotel. Lunch & dinner will be at local Chinese Halal restaurants near sightseeing places. Please be assured that all lunch and dinner arranged by ICT will be at Halal restaurants. 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. Halal restaurants arranged by ICT must have Halal certificate issued by related government offices.
     
     
    Safe 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.
     
     
     
     
    Reservation
    For reservation, simply send an email to info@islamiChina.com. Please inform us: the tour code; the series you choose (gold, silver or budget); the number of travelers; the date of arrival in China; your international flight number. For details of payment, please read our Terms & Conditions.

     

  • Euro Asia Hotel Guangzhou
    Add: 186-188 Xianlie East Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou.
    Tel: +86-20-87089666
     
    Euro Asia Hotel Guangzhou is a local 4-star hotel ideally situated, just 5 minutes away from the commercial district of Guangzhou city and 25 minutes from the Baiyun International Airport. Opened in 2008, the hotel features 249 guest rooms and suites, equipped with high-speed Internet, flat-panel cable televisions, direct-dial telephones, electric kettles, bottled water, climate control and writing desks. Room service, wake-up calls and laundry service are also available. The hotel property features an exercise facility, sauna and massage center, game room, restaurant, bar/lounge, concierge service, shopping arcade, laundry service and parking area. Conference facilities include meeting rooms and a business center. Being in the center of the bustling city, there are numerous tourist sites, eateries and shopping areas worth taking a look at, including the Guangzhou Zoo adjacent from the hotel.
     
     
     
    FX Hotel Taining Shenzhen
    Add: No.1, Taining Road, Luohu District, Shenzhen
    Tel: +86-755-36808600
     
    Opened in 2010, the FX Hotel East Lake Park Shenzhen is a distinct addition to the city's skyline. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that Shenzhen has to offer. The hotel is close to Shenzhen Art Museum, Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra. FX Hotel East Lake Park Shenzhen also offers many facilities to enrich your stay in Shenzhen, including meeting facilities, car park, 24hr room service, Wi-Fi in public areas, room service. The hotel offers 190 well appointed rooms. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Superb facilities and an excellent location make the FX Hotel East Lake Park Shenzhen the perfect base from which to enjoy your stay in Shenzhen.
     
     
     

     

  • 1: Do I need a visa to travel to China?
     
    Yes, you do need a China Visa. Foreign visitors can obtain individual or group visas from Chinese embassies and consulates, usually within a day or two. 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. Visitors should be sure to carry their passports while in China as they are needed to check into hotels, make plane or train reservations, exchange money or establish the holder's identity. 
     
    If you need Visa Invitation Letter from us, please inform us at least one month ahead of your arrival date in China. Usually, it will take us about one week to process the Visa Invitation Letter. If you need hotel confirmation to get China Visa, please also advise us in advance. 
    2: How strenuous is this trip?
     
    This trip is moderate. The trip includes full days of activities, which start early in the morning and end in the evening. You may discuss the starting time with GCT tour guide who will be happy to listen to your advice.
    3. What about meals? Are they Halal?
     
    Meals will be served as the itinerary specified. Breakfast will be both Western and Chinese buffet breakfast at hotel. Lunch & dinner will be at local Chinese Halal restaurants near sightseeing places. Please be assured that all lunch and dinner arranged by ICT will be at Halal restaurants. 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. Halal restaurants arranged by ICT must have Halal certificate issued by related government offices. If you are eating at star rated hotels, food will be cooked with regular oils such as soil bean oil, peanut oil or canola oil. However, a lot of Chinese cooking at local restaurant is done in lard, so you have to be careful even when eating vegetarian meals if it is not in a Halal restaurant or a star rated hotel. Halal in Chinese language is Qing Zhen; Halal Restaurant is Qing Zhen Can Ting in Chinese; Halal Food in Chinese is Qing Zhen Shi Pin.
     
    For guests with allergies, please bring all necessary medicines with you. Guests are highly encouraged to inform ICT ahead of time of specific allergies, such as to peanuts, fish, etc., so that our guides can ensure these items, including peanut oil, are not used in restaurant meals.
    4. Where do we perform solat? Is it at Masjid?
     
    There are a total of over 40,000 mosques in China, ICT will arrange your solat at local mosques where you can pray together with Chinese Muslim brothers and sisters. ICT is very proud that China offers many of the historical mosques in the world with unique Chinese characteristics, such as the Niujie Mosque in Beijing which was built in 996, the Great Mosque in Xian which was built in 842, the Huaisheng Mosque built by Waqqas, Prophet Mohammed's uncle, around 650's. 
    5. What types of vehicles are used? What are the roads like during our trips?
     
    Throughout the whole trip, GCT provides a private vehicle that is safe, comfortable and spacious and driven by experienced local drivers. In Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, all roads are well-paved and of good quality.
     
    For 2 passengers, we use a private sedan car; for 3 to 6 passengers, we use a private MPV such as Hyundai Refine; for 7 to 10 passengers, we use a private Toyota Hiace; for 11 to 17 passengers, we use 21 seated King Long Bus; for more than 18 passengers, we use buses with 33 seats, 45 seats and 51 seats respectively based on the group size.
    6. I heard that a deposit is needed when check in at hotels in China, is this true?
     
    Yes, it is true. When you check in hotels in China, you are required to pay a deposit at the front desk though GCT has paid hotel for your accommodations. Deposit can be cash or you may pay the deposit with your credit card. This deposit is for your personal expenses at the hotel, such as mini bar, international phone calls, laundry and etc. Of course, the deposit will be refunded when you check out. 
    7. What about baggage regulations?
     
    Allowance for carry-on luggage and checked luggage will vary with the class of your airline ticket, the dimensions of the bag, and individual airline policies. Usually, for domestic China flights, you are allowed to check one piece of luggage. The limitation is 20 Kilograms (44 pounds) total. A fee may be imposed for excess weight. Passengers traveling together can have their luggage allowances calculated together on a per-person basis. There is no free luggage allowance for holders of infant tickets. Passengers may apply for insurance coverage above the minimum value for checked luggage. On domestic trains there are no luggage restrictions, but few porters are available to help with luggage.
    8. What is the tipping practice in China?
     
    It is a common practice for visitors to tip the tour guide and driver in recognition of their good service. Our local guides and drivers do their utmost to make your trip smooth and pleasant. Gratuities are a way of showing your appreciation and also constitute a large part of their monthly income. We suggest $5 USD per person per day to both local guide and driver (you may tip them before you leave each city). Hotel Bellboys and luggage person will expect your tip for the delivery of your luggage, it is suggested that CNY5 for each delivery. It is not customary to leave tips at hotels or local restaurants as the bill usually includes a 10-15% service charge.
    9. Is tap water drinkable in China?
     
    Tap water at most hotels are not drinkable. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Bottled water is available everywhere and it is quite affordable. Almost all hotels provide drinking water in their rooms. Hot tea and hot water are provided with most meals. 
    10. What about electricity in China?
     
    Electricity supply is 220 volts, 50 cycles throughout China. Plugs at hotel are normally two-pin flat (5 amp). Adaptors can be obtained from hotel housekeeping for free. 
    11. Can I use credit cards in China?
     
    At present the Bank of China accepts Master, American Express, Visa, JCB, and Diners Club cards. Travelers may use these cards to draw cash over the exchange counters in China's banks, make purchases or pay bills at large department stores, restaurants and hotels in more than 100 major cities in China. A surcharge of 2% is always charged for card transactions.
    12. What about the Chinese Currency?
     
    RMB (Renminbi) is the sole legitimate currency of the People's Republic of China. The basic unit of RMB is yuan, (pronounced in local dialect as kuai), which is divided into 10 jiao (pronounced as mao), which is again divided into 10 fen. RMB paper notes include 1, 2, 5, 10, 50 and 100 yuan, and the smaller 1, 2 and 5 mao. There are also 1, 2, 5 yuan, 1, 2, 5 mao and 1, 2, 5fen coins.
     
    You may change money at most four and five star hotels and at Bank of China. The exchange rate all over China is the same fixed by Bank of China. You should keep the form you fill in when changing money, because you will need to show it when you change RMB back into foreign currency.
    13. What about counterfeit money?
     
    Counterfeit money may be found in China and you may likely get counterfeit money as exchange from street vendors when you do shopping out on the street. Therefore, don't give big note money to street vendors. It is very common that shop and restaurant staff will carefully check your note when you pay. You may get counterfeit money outside the Summer Palace, outside the Forbidden City and in the street market outside the Great Mosque in Xian.  
    14. Is China a safe place to travel?
     
    China has a low crime rate, comparing with a lot of other countries. Foreigners have seldom been victims of violent crime. It is still wise to be cautious with your personal possession in public place. There are pickpockets active in crowded areas such as train stations, markets, shopping areas, etc. Do not show off your money in public. Use your safe in the hotel room and don't bring too much cash with you when you don't need it. 
    15. Can you give me some examples of tourist traps or scams when traveling in China?
     
    Art Student or Students Practicing English
    Be careful when you encounter a student in China who wants to practice English with you. Sometimes they are real students who want to improve their oral English. However, in most cases, they pretend to be a student who makes a living by taking you to art galleries, bars or coffee shop where you will likely be ripped off. Here is a short scam story: "When walking down the Wangfujing area, a girl, dressed in student suit, asked me if I wanted to go for a cup of coffee so that she could practice her English. Certainly, I had no excuse to refuse, and then she brought me into a café. The menu is incredibly expensive, a small beer for 100RMB. The bill finally was 1200RMB. That's extremely terrible." You may easily encounter a student on Downtown Beijing's Wangfujing Street, the Bell & Drum Tower Square in Xian and the Bund & Nanjing Road in Shanghai. 
     
    Tea House, Coffee Shop or Nightclub Scam
    At many tourist areas, you may be approached by elegant female or gentleman who will give you a free Hutong tour or something else for free. He or she will tell you something interesting about their city, even the history and culture of the city. After a while chat, he or she will invite you to go for a rest at the nearby tea house, coffee shop or a Karaoke Bar. There is the scam, and you will be asked to pay hundreds or thousands of dollars.
     
    Picture-taking scam
    Dressing up in traditional clothes for pictures at local tourist spots can be fun and memorable. It can also be expensive if you don’t clearly negotiate the price and know the price inclusions. Often they will tell you after you and a friend have posted that the price negotiated was per person. Or they will tell you the price is for only the smallest size print.