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64 Visit our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours East Asia & Oceania Gyantse, Tibet FOR FULL TOUR ITINERARIES & DETAILED TOUR DOSSIERS SEE OUR WEBSITE Chengdu Xi’an Beijing China Tibet Lhasa Gyantse Shigatse Xining On Train What’s included? UK RETURN FLIGHTS With Cathay Pacific from London. Regional departures available ACCOMMODATION By itinerary order: 4 H The Landmark Hotel, China Overnight Train, 4 H Titan Times Hotel, Tibet Tashi Phodrang Hotel, 4 H Gesar Hotel VIP Building, 4 H Jiangzi Nyangchu Manor House Hotel, 4 H Tibet Hotel 14 EXCURSIONS MEALS 13 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches 12 Dinners EXPERT LOCAL GUIDE Embark on an epic train journey across the Roof of the World from the heart of China to the Himalayan Kingdom of Tibet. Visit the Great Wall and Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors before exploring Lhasa, the heart of Tibetan Buddhism and one of the highest cities in the world. China and Tibet Rail Adventure Discover what you’ll experience: DAY 1 “ UK TO BEIJING: Overnight flight from the UK. DAY 2“4 “ BEIJING: Begin your tour at the breathtaking Great Wall of China, built over 2,000 years ago and stretching 5,500 miles. Stroll the gardens of the UNESCO-listed Summer Palace and enter the Forbidden City, former private kingdom of China’s Emperors. Visit the Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square, site of many significant moments in Chinese history. DAY 5 & 6 “ XI’AN: An overnight train brings you to Xi’an, home of the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors. Visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and enjoy a dynamic Tang Dynasty show. DAY 7 ˜ XINING: Arrive in Xining by bullet- train to visit the famous Thangka Museum of Tibetan medicine. Board an overnight train for an epic journey on the world’s highest railway. DAY 8“10 “ LHASA: The Qinghai-Tibet Railway is one of the 21st-Century’s greatest engineering marvels, taking you past glaciers, mountains and long-haired yaks on your climb to Tibet. Marvel at the Potala Palace, spiritual symbol of Tibetan Buddhism. Wander the buzzing markets of Borkhar Bazarre, and visit Norbulingka, the Dalai Lama’s summer residence. Explore the 600-year-old Sera Monastery. DAY 11“13 “ SHIGATSE & GYANTSE: Discover Tibet’s largest religious establishment, Tashilunpo Monastery. Experience authentic Tibetan life with a visit to an orthodox family home and explore Pelkor Chode Monastery, with its unique exterior and multitude of Tibetan sutras. Enjoy the serenity of Yandrok Lake and the imposing Karola Glacier, DAY 14 & 15 “ CHENGDU: Visit Chengdu People’s Park and a traditional tea house. Meander the Wide and Narrow Alleys for a glimpse of ancient Chengdu. Finish your tour with a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Centre for a close-up view of China’s most famous residents, the Giant Panda, and lesser-known Red Pandas. DAY 16 “ RETURN TO THE UK: Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Scan QR code to visit this tour webpage Summer Palace, Beijing Lead-in price based on 30 Oct & 05 Nov 2026 and 04 Nov 2027. 16 Days Escorted Tour from £3,199 Private tour an extra £112pp per day NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Rooms with no single supplement are available. Once sold, supplement starts from £609 MONTHS OF DEPARTURE & PRICES 2025 2026 2027 JAN FEB MAR APR £3,299 MAY JUN £3,299 £3,299 JUL AUG SEP £3,399 £3,399 £3,399 OCT £3,199 £3,399 £3,399 NOV £3,199 £3,199 DEC