The Best of China and Tibet

Your travel itinerary

Inclusions

• International economy flights with China Eastern Airlines Auckland – Shanghai - Beijing // Shanghai –   Auckland
• Airline and airport taxes $250
• First class seat on the high-speed train between Beijing/Xi’an,     Chengdu/Chongqing, and Yichang/ Wuhan/Shanghai
• Domestic flight in economyclass from Xi’an / Lhasa / Chengdu (including 1 piece of 20kg check-in luggage)
• All sightseeing and entrance fees included in the itinerary 
• Tour to the Great Wall of China
• Tour of the Terracotta Museum
• Tour to the Giant Panda Nature Reserve
• Three-night Yangtze River Cruise
• All meals included on the Yangtze River Cruise  
• One shore excursion per day included in the cruise
• Visit of the Three Gorges Dam
• All breakfasts included
• 14 lunches included
• 18 dinners included 
• Tibet travel permit
• All touring in comfortable air-conditioned coaches
• Experienced local English-speaking guide
• Pukekohe Travel Tour Escort – subject o 15 people travelling

Cost

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

• tems of a personal nature
• Travel Insurance is essential (please  ask us for a quote)
• Items not specified
• Suggested Gratuity : USD10 per person per day 

Booking Conditions

• A non-refundable deposit of $1000 per person will secure a place on the tour
• Full payment is due no later than 29 January 2027

Cancellations

• From the date of booking to 29   January 2027 – loss of deposit
• After 29 January 2027 – no refund

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs. Please ask us for a quote.

General Information

 Documentation

• A current passport is required, valid   six months beyond date of travel.
• No visa is required for New Zealand Passport holders.
• All other passport holders – please ask.

Currency - Chinese Yuan in both China and Tibet

Temperatures °C  Max        Min

• Beijing          20         8
• Lhasa          17          3
• Chengdu    23           14
• Shanghai    20          12

Tour Description - Please note that this is a soft adventure tour. Whilst hotels throughout this journey are carefully selected for comfort, travellers should be aware that public facilities in China and Tibet can vary considerably — squat-style toilets are common when out and about, and some amenities along the way may be more basic than what you’re accustomed to at home.

Luggage - It is essential you can manage your own suitcase. A bag with wheels is an advantage when travelling through airports.

Health and Mobility

• To ensure the tour is enjoyable for the whole group a good standard of health and fitness is required. 
• Sightseeing at many of the palaces, fortresses and some temples will include climbing a number of uneven  stairs, some without hand rails. If you have poor balance or a significant knee or hip injury you should consider the suitability of this itinerary carefully. 
• This tour is not suitable for those who require airport wheelchair assistance or any mobility aids.
• It is essential that you arrive on tour fit, healthy and ready to travel.

Travelling at altitude - Tibet - Tibet is a high-altitude region (3,700m). Individuals with heart disease, hypertension or asthma should consult their doctor before booking on this tour. If you are over the age of 75 years a health certificate will be required two months prior to travel. 

Ship Information

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Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.