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                          CHINA BIKING
CHINA BIKING ITINERARY:

Day 1 Guangzhou
Meet in Hong Kong Travel by train to Guangzhou (Canton) Explore a local market for a glimpse into daily life Gather for a private tea ceremony.

Day 2 Zhaoqing
Ferry across the West River on authentic sampans Bike to the ancient yet bustling city of Zhaoqing Experience the allure of rural China as you spin past expansive fields of rice and sugarcane.

Day 3 Deqing
Pedal on peaceful country lanes, passing small farming hamlets and vibrant new towns.

Day 4 Wuzhou
Follow the course of the great West River, through new towns and remote villages, for a memorable day of biking Enter bustling Wuzhou.

Days 5-6 Vangshuo
Travel to Yangshuo through a landscape of green hills and lush rice fields Pedal past lakes, towering karst formations (limestone pinnacles) and traditional villages Relax during a private boat cruise on the Li River Visit the night markets to people-watch and hunt for beautiful crafts.

Days 7-8 Xian

Fly to Xian and bike along the old city walls Take a walking tour of the city’s small Muslim quarter Ride over rolling hills and tour the awe-inspiring World Heritage site of Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s mausoleum, home to more than 6,000 life-sized terra-cotta warriors Enjoy a performance of traditional music and dance from the Tang Dynasty.

Days 9-11 Beijing
Fly to Beijing Pedal through the city on Chinese-style bikes Explore sprawling Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City Indulge in Peking duck and other Chinese specialties Spend the day hiking a remote section of the Great Wall.

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
Train ride from Hong Kong to Guangzhou 2 hours

Day 2

Level 2 1 Route Option Available
Biking 27 miles
0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 3

Levels 3 to 5 2 Route Options Available
Biking 33, 56 miles
0 - 2000 feet elevation gain

Day 4

Levels 2 to 5 2 Route Options Available
Biking 30, 58 miles
500 - 1000 feet elevation gain

Day 5

Level 1 2 Route Options Available
Biking 14, 18 miles
0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Bus ride to Yangshou 7 hours

Day 6

Levels 2 to 3 2 Route Options Available
Biking 26, 30 miles
500 - 1000 feet elevation gain

Day 7

Walking Tour of Muslim Quarter 2 hours

Day 8

Level 1 1 Route Option Available
Biking 6.2 miles
0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 9

Level 1 1 Route Option Available
5 miles

Travel to Beijing

Day 10

Level 1 1 Route Option Available
Walking 3 miles
1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain

Day 11

Level 1 1 Route Option Available
Biking 2 hours

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Beijing, Xian & the Southern Provinces

The history, culture and scenic riches of China have long intrigued the Western world, enticing travelers with its grand monuments, serene countryside and centuries-old traditions. On this biking adventure, you’ll see many different faces of this vast and fascinating country. A visit to southern China reveals a compelling—and often contradictory—tableau as you ride past the rice paddies, pagodas and bustling villages and cities that exist in the midst of dynamic modern development. Then head to regal and contemporary Xian and marvel at the 2,000-year-old terra-cotta warriors. And, in newly cosmopolitan Beijing, explore the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
 
                        DATES & RATES

Premiere Inns
From $4,798 To $4,998 per person double occupancy

Internal Flights: $390

(+$1,250 for single occupancy)

2008 Dates Classic Trips
4/15-25
5/5-15
5/19-29
9/30-10/10
10/14-24
10/28-11/7

TRIP NOTES: All meals included.

Internal Flights: $390.
All internal flight schedules are overseen by the Chinese government and subject to change, possibly affecting departure date and itinerary.

Meet / Depart: Hong Kong, China/Beijing, China

Special Interest:  Culture & History, Exotic Adventure, Mountain Bike, Geological Wonders
 

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