The Best of China & Tibet

Your travel itinerary

Inclusions

• International economy flights with China   Eastern Airlines Auckland – Shanghai -   Beijing //  Shanghai – Auckland
• Airline and airport taxes $275 per person
• 1st class seat on the high-speed train   between Beijing/Xi’an and Chengdu/   Chongqing
• Domestic flight in economy class from Xi’an to Nyingchi, Lhasa to Chengdu,   Yichang to Hangzhou, incl. 1 piece of 20   kg free
• 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
• 15 lunches included
• 15 dinners included 
• Tibet travel permit
• All touring in comfortable air-conditioned   coaches
• Experienced local English-speaking   guide
• Pukekohe Travel Tour Escort – subject to 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

• Items of a personal nature
• Travel Insurance is essential (please ask   us for a quote)
• Items not specified
• Suggested Gratuity : USD 10 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 30 January  2026

Cancellations

• From the date of booking to 30 January   2026 –  loss of deposit
• After 30 January 2026 – 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

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. 

Terms and Conditions

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