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Worldwide > China > China
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China is a land of incredible contrasts, a place where startling evidence of its historic past jostles for prominence with its modern aspirations. Enjoy a truly enriching holiday featuring breathtaking scenery, rich historical sites, awe-inspiring icons and colourful folklore.
Beijing provides a true taste of China, where ancient wonders and pious icons struggle to exist beside modern life and dynamic progress. Discover “old Beijing" by exploring its many major attractions as well as its charming teahouses, temples and markets.
 A visit to one of Beijing’s famous Hutong – an ancient city alley comprising of traditional residential compounds – is a must. Many of China’s most renowned cultural treasures are located in Beijing including Tiananmen Square, The Forbidden City, The Summer Palace, The Temple of Heaven and The Ming Tombs. Other essential highlights of your Beijing trip include a delicious roast Peking duck dinner and a performance of the 200-year-old Peking Opera featuring lavish costumes, singing and martial arts.
Xian is home to The Terracotta Warriors, one of China's major tourist attractions. This world famous spectacle features over 10,000 stone soldiers, archers and chariots standing in battle formation. Other attractions in Xian include the old city walls and the Muslim quarter.
Shanghai, China’s largest and most developed city, enjoys a vibrant atmosphere and boasts a huge variety of modern entertainment options as well as historically significant sights. The picturesque Bund, Shanghai's waterfront promenade, is renowned for its lively ambiance and its strip of Art Deco buildings.
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Local information:
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Glass of Coca Cola: € 1 - € 1.50
Bottle of Beer: € 1.50 - € 2
Bottle of Wine: € 15 - € 20
3 Course meal: € 15 per person
Time Difference is GMT: + 8 hours
Visa (Irish citizen): YES - required prior to departure.
Vaccinations: Tetanus, Typhoid, Malaria, Hepatitis are recommended - please consult your GP.
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Top tips/recommended tours
The Yangtze: Cruise the third longest river in the world and discover its legendary landscape as well as the eautiful Three Gorges and the controversial Three Gorges Dam. Spanning the Yangtze River at Yichang, construction of the dam began in 1994 and it will be the largest hydroelectric dam in the world when completed in 2009. The reservoir will occupy the present position of the scenic Three Gorges area so now is the time to visit before many valuable archaeological and cultural sites are lost forever. |
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Hotels:
Jinglun Hotel | Sofitel Xian | Crowne Plaza Shanghai
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| Jinglun Hotel | Beijing - 3 1/2 Star |
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Conveniently located in the centre of Beijing, the newlyrefurbished Jinglun offers well-appointed accommodation,international facilities and traditional Chinese hospitality witheasy access to the main sights and attractions of Beijing.
Facilities: 5 restaurants, swimming pool, gym, massage,sauna and business centre.
Guestrooms: Choose from 600 well-appointed guestroomswith satellite TV, Internet access, IDD telephone, safe, roomservice, 24-hr housekeeping and mini-bar.
Distance from the airport: 40 mins
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JINGLUN HOTEL : Beijing - 3 1/2 Star
B&B - Extra nt/single supplement € 39
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Prices are based on 1 night accommodation only and do not include flights or airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | |
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| Sofitel Xian | Xian - 5 Star |
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This hotel is ideally situated within the grounds of the Renmin Square, a large complex of several heritage buildings with a rich local history. This location is in the centre of Xian, minutes away from major shopping centres and cultural sites.
Facilities: 4 restaurants serving a choice of locally inspired, Japanese, European and International cuisine, 2 bars, beauty salon, fitness centre, indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, sauna, shopping arcade and Spa.Accommodations: All 432 rooms feature bath and shower, bathrobe, coffee/tea-making facilities, mini-bar, hair dryer, 24-hour room service, broadband high speed internet access, IDD telephone service, In-room safe, satellite TV and cable TV.
Distance from airport: 30 minutes. |
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SOFITEL XIAN: Xian -5 Star
B&B - Extra nt/single supplement € 39
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Prices from € 39 |
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Prices are based on 1 night accommodation only and do not include flights or airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | |
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| Crowne Plaza Shanghai | Shanghai - 5 Star |
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Situated in a quiet area, within close proximity of local Shanghai sights and shopping centres, the Crowne Plaza Shanghai hotel offers beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites featuring modern furnishings and deluxe facilities.Facilities: 4 excellent restaurants serving excellent Chinese, Italian and Japanese dishes, 2 bars, fitness centre and swimming pool.Accommodation: 496 well-appointed guestrooms, including 29 suites, located on 26 floors complete with individually controlled air-conditioning and heating, satellite TV, coffee / tea maker, hairdryer, phone with voicemail, mini-bar and fridge.
Distance from airport: 45 minutes. |
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CROWNE PLAZA SHANGHAI : Shanghai - 5 Star
B&B - Extra nt/single supplement € 59
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Prices from € 59 |
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Prices are based on 1 night accommodation only and do not include flights or airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | |
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