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10 Day China Express Itinerary We booked our tour through a travel group known as G Adventures (https://www.gadventures.com.au). Through this business we didn’t need to arrange our hotels, transport between locations (overnight sleeper trains), pay for the majority of activities or book most events in advance (such as the performances we saw), therefore, please understand that our knowledge may be lacking in regards to these points. We will provide what website addresses we can to assist you for each day. The website http://www.chinahighlights.com is also a fantastic resource to help you plan your holiday and you will see we will refer to it many times throughout this itinerary. Also, given that we cannot recall exact prices (and they do change depending on season) we will only be providing approximate costs: please make sure you budget to go either way. Important notes: Currency Conversion: E.g. 1 AUD = 4 Yuan Daily Budget: E.g. 500 yuan p/day Time Difference: E.g. 2 hours ahead than at home Visit http://www.timeanddate.com/ if you’re unsure of the difference. Emergency Contact Numbers:

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10 Day China Express Itinerary

We booked our tour through a travel group known as G Adventures (https://www.gadventures.com.au). Through this business we didn’t need to arrange our hotels, transport between locations (overnight sleeper trains), pay for the majority of activities or book most events in advance (such as the performances we saw), therefore, please understand that our knowledge may be lacking in regards to these points. We will provide what website addresses we can to assist you for each day. The website http://www.chinahighlights.com is also a fantastic resource to help you plan your holiday and you will see we will refer to it many times throughout this itinerary. Also, given that we cannot recall exact prices (and they do change depending on season) we will only be providing approximate costs: please make sure you budget to go either way.

Important notes:

Currency Conversion:E.g. 1 AUD = 4 Yuan

Daily Budget:E.g. 500 yuan p/day

Time Difference:E.g. 2 hours ahead than at homeVisit http://www.timeanddate.com/ if you’re unsure of the difference.

Emergency Contact Numbers:

Train Symbols:

Shanghai Hong Kong

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Flight Details:

Flight Number:

Departure Time:

Arrival Time:

Transport:

Once you have cleared customs (yay! welcome to China!) follow the signs to the underground Airport Express Line (for us it was located in Terminal 3: ticket price was 25 yuan each). This line takes you to the centre of Beijing (station name: Dongzhimen). From here you can reach your hotel via any mode of transport imaginable (seriously if you want a thrill try the 3 wheeled scooters). We caught the subway (line 2 – 2 yuan each) to the closest station to our destination (only five stops: Chongwenmen) which lucky for us was only 100m from our hotel. Win! Note: we exited at C and turned right.

Our hotel:

Chong Wen Men Hotel北京崇文门饭店 No.02 West Chongwenmen Street, Dongcheng District. (Chinese Address: 北京崇文门西大街 2 号)Tel: 86-10-65122211

As mentioned above our accommodation was included in our G Adventures fee so I cannot provide hotel costs. We won’t be providing any further hotel names in this itinerary. Everyone has their preferences and it was possible G Adventures is offered discounts for their continued business.

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Day 1: BeijingDate:

Morning:

Great Wall of ChinaMutianyu - 慕田峪 /moo-tyen-yoohttp://www.chinahighlights.com/greatwall/section/mutianyu-greatwall.htm

We left early (7am) via a private shuttle bus to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. This area is the longest fully-restored section open to Tourists. There are 23 watch towers in total. We hiked up to tower ten and then progressed beyond 23 (which technically you are not “allowed” to do.. p.s. It’s not monitored…) to Tower 25 which is well worth doing – you can see the wall in its current, aged and unrestored state.

As you can see from this image there is an option to Cable Car up as well (and save yourself the 4000+ stairs) to Watch Tower 14: approx. cable car cost is 80 yuan plus an additional 40 yuan for entry to the Wall itself. The Wall is mostly steps so be prepared to work those quads and glutes!

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Did we mention a spot of Acrobatics is compulsory whilst enjoying the Wall?

Just past Tower 25 – dubbed “the Wild Wall”.

Coming down you can either Walk, Cable Car or Toboggan. We wanted to Toboggan but as you can see from the photos it was incredibly foggy the day we visited so it wasn’t running (doh!). The cost however is approx. 120 yuan each and runs from Tower 6. We chose to take the seated lift instead (which was approx. 100 yuan each for us).

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Afternoon:

Temple of Heaven:

The Temple of Heaven is located in the Chongwen District of Beijing. Originally, this was the place where emperors of the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) held the Heaven Worship Ceremony. As you can see on the map below it is broken down into several sections. We were lucky to have our Tour Guide from G Adventures who was rich in knowledge about the cultural significance of this remarkable place. Make sure you take your time to watch the Chinese retirees playing various games in the park leading toward the South gate. If you’re lucky you’ll find someone having a bit of a shimmy too!

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The Hall of Prayer

Evening:

The Red Theatre Kung Fu Showhttp://redtheatrekungfushow.com/

The “Legend of Kung Fu” show is a mix of traditional martial arts and modern theatre. We thoroughly enjoyed the performance and would recommend it to anyone.

It is performed daily with the venue being conveniently located near the Temple of Heaven in Dongcheng District. It is easily accessible by subway at Tiantandongmen station on line 5. During the high season there are two daily shows at 5:15PM and 7:30PM, while the lower season hosts only the evening performance.

Tickets must be booked in advance (which can be done online) as due to the popularity of the show, tickets are often sold out. If you’re lucky you may even be called up on stage like Pete was!

Our brave volunteer, Pete The Red Theatre

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Day 2: BeijingDate:

Morning:

The Forbidden City:

Entry Price: 40 yuan (off season) or 60 yuan (on season)

The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty—the years 1420 to 1912. It is located in the centre of Beijing, China, and now houses the Palace Museum. It served as the home of emperors and their households as well as the ceremonial and political centre of Chinese government for almost 500 years.

It’s big. Real big. We spent hours wandering through the multiple halls, palaces and gardens.. ah, serenity! Make sure if you go in the cooler seasons you’re well and truly rugged up, we certainly were and still felt that icy cold breeze! Ended up running laps around the outside ring to stay warm. Crazy tourists :P Anyway.. once again we benefited from having our personal tour guide, as if you do not know what each section is signifying than you may find it be quite repetitive.

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Afternoon:

Tiananmen Square:

This place is one of the world's largest public squares and home to the Monument to the People’s Heroes and the Great Hall of the People. Also located in the square is the National Museum of China (with artefacts such as relics from the First Opium War of 1840) and the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong (arrive early and prepare to line up for hours for this last one).

The security presence here is like nothing else. Military.. police.. ‘undercover’ security. There is no doubt that the history of this monumental square has brought about such tight control. The protests of 1989 are not discussed. Flags or banners should not be flown in this area. Best behaviour please. You can feel the tension. Well worth the experience!

Strong military presence in Tiananmen Square

Hutongs:We had a brief lunch break in a Hutong area where we had the privilege of trying “Beijing Duck”. Make sure you take the time to explore these back street areas; immerse yourself in the culture.

Overnight Travel:This evening was our first overnight train. Our sleeper train took approximately 11 hours to transport us from Beijing to Xi’an. If you need assistance in booking these trains China Highlights offers a service via this website: http://www.chinahighlights.com/china-trains/.

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Day 3: Xi’anDate:

This was the day we did Mt Hua Shan. We have attached a separate itinerary outlining details of this epic mountain.

There is a plethora of other activities to do this day if scaling a gargantuan mountain is not your cup of tea. Some suggestions we have include:

Cycling Xi'an City Walls:Cost: 40-80 yuan per person

Rent a bike and cycle the Xi’an city walls for a great way to absorb local history – the walls were built for protection in the Tang Dynasty, and expanded in the Ming Dynasty. Hop off where you like to admire the views as you pedal along the 12m wide wall – it takes about 2 hrs to cycle the entire length.

The Great Mosque:Cost: 25 yuan per person

This hidden oasis is located behind the markets of the Muslim Quarter. You can learn about the Great Mosque's centuries-old history, and explore the temples and gardens to see how Chinese and Islamic architecture came together in this place of worship.

Bell and Drum Tower:Cost: 50 yuan per person

The Drum Tower is located northwest of the Bell Tower of Xian, across the Bell and Drum Tower Square. Both of them are called the 'sister buildings' or 'morning bell and dark drum'. In ancient China, especially from the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), the drums were used to signal the running of time and on occasion were used as an alarm in emergency situations.

We didn’t get to participate in these activities so cannot comment on their features however the remainder of our group who did them commented that they were well worth the price and experience.

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Day 4: Xi’anDate:

Terracotta Warriors:

An absolute China must-do!

The Terracotta Warriors, an archaeological treasure, consist of approximately 8000 soldiers and hundreds of horses who stand on guard in three excavated pits in an on-site museum. Here you can learn how the underground warriors were discovered (by accident) in 1974, and why Emperor Qin Shihuang commissioned the statues to serve as his army in the afterlife. We spent around 2.5 - 3 hours here between each pit.

The Warriors and Horses

Categorising in the new excavation pit

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After visiting this amazing site we had lunch at a local “Farmer’s House” (arranged by our Tour Guide – he knew of all of the good spots!) and then quickly stocked up on food and snacks (make sure you buy yourself at some point “self-heating meal packs” – it’s like a high school chemistry experiment) before our next overnight train to Shanghai. The duration of this train trip was approximately 15 hours.

Sleeper train bunk beds (6 people to each section)

Cos what’s a train trip without some celebrity heads?

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Day 5: ShanghaiDate:

Morning:

We started this day off with an orientation walk of the Bund. This is the main road of the city which follows the Huangpu River. You can get a magnificent view of the Shanghai skyline (as below) and can even pose for a photo or two. Once again acrobatics is obligatory.

After our orientation walk we had some spare time to explore Nanjing Road.

Nanjing Road:

This road is considered to be China's premier shopping street. It is a 5km long Road that starts at the Bund in the east and ends in the west at the junction of Jing'an Temple and Yan'an West Street. Our tour guide could not stress enough that you do not follow any of the sellers off the streets into their shops. Unless you want to walk into a front street shop do not follow someone promising you very cheap designer bags and watches, as you always end up being pressured into buying something ridiculously overpriced and often very poor in quality. We steered well clear as advised and had no issues.

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Evening:

After wandering the streets for a while (once again make sure you investigate the back alley ways – you never know what you’ll find!) we headed back to the hotel to prepare for an evening full of acrobatics!

Shanghai Acrobatic Show: ERA - Intersection of TimeShanghai Circus World Theatre - Gonghexin Road, Zhabei District (Shanghai Circus World metro station)http://www.era-shanghai.com/era/en/

There are 8 main acts to this show with each one being more spectacular than the last. If you were to ask what our favourite act was we’re honestly torn between the boldness of the performers on the “Wheel of Life” and the fearlessness of the eight motorbike riders circling around in an iron and steel globe (the “Space Motorcycles”).. seriously, how do they even fit 8 people in there?

Once again you can book tickets online (120-600 yuan) and given that there is only one show per day and that the theatre was entirely packed you will need to book in advance.

After the show it was free time for us. If you’re adventurous there are some amazing bars and clubs all around Shanghai. Several of our group members visited the LIGHT night club (http://www.cityweekend.com.cn/shanghai/directory/light) and had an absolute ball. We chose an early night instead.. party poopers, I know.

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Day 6: ShanghaiDate:

Morning:

This particular morning we kicked things off by visiting the Shanghai Museum. It is home to a world-class collection of ancient Chinese art. You can wander around individual galleries devoted to such items as sculpture, bronze, ceramics, jade, coins, Ming and Qing Dynasty furniture, paintings, and calligraphy.

Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)Free Entry – yay!Metro Line 1, 2 or 8 to People’s Square Station.

Shanghai Museum

Havin’ some fun in the rain outside the Museum

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Afternoon:

Zhujiajiao Water TownMeizhou Road, Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District

This Water Town is situated 47km away from Shanghai. It is an ancient water town in Qingpu District, south of the Yangtze River, which has almost 1,700 years of history. Zhujiajiao, also called “The Venice of Shanghai”, features lovely waterways, curved rock bridges, old streets cemented with stone, and over 10,000 buildings dating back to the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing dynasties (1644-1911). It’s easy to lose yourself here for hours (as a matter of fact we stayed for three and could have happily stayed for longer).

If you wish to you can hire a cruise boat (approx.. 120 yuan at minimum) and visit nine scenic spots throughout your journey (including Y-Art Gallery, Tongtianhe Medicine Shop, Qing Dynasty Post Office, City God Temple, Shanghai Handwork Exhibition Hall, Imperial Academy Stele Museum, Shanghai Quanhua Art Hall, Yuanjin Meditation Room and Kezhi Garden). We chose to wander the streets instead but saw many tourists enjoying the waterways via their worthy vessels.

Kezhi GardenFangsheng Bridge

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After visiting the town we had spare time. A few of us chose to visit an Italian restaurant located along the Bund (several group members were sorely missing more “familiar” food after getting upset stomachs). The place we found (once again thank you Tour Guide) delighted us with two courses for approx. $10 each (AUD). With happy tummies full of pasta, garlic bread and wine we hit the hay ready for our next big day.

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Day 7: ShanghaiDate:

Morning:

Shanghai Old Street:(Subway line 10: Yuyuan Garden Station. Exit 1).

Shanghai Old Street, historically called Miaoqian Dajie, is an old business street that has a combination of tourist attractions, shops, entertainment and cultural exhibits. It owes its special social attractions and rich commercial background to the fact that the earliest bank, gold shop, jeweler's store, wine shop and tea house of the city were all to be found here. There are about 225 stores here, each designed carefully according to its function. Shops purveying handicraft articles, paintings, calligraphies and jewellery are well-appointed and give you plenty of variety from which to choose what you want. It was here that we got to experience two unique cultural experiences.

Tea Ceremony:

There are multiple places throughout this area which will happily host a tea ceremony for you free of charge. Of course afterwards they hearten you to buy their stock but this was one place where we didn’t feel pressured to purchase anything at all. Of course we did though. How could one resist a blossoming flower tea? See image below for clarification.

Blossoming Tea Tea Ceremony layout

There are A LOT of scams in this area around Tea Ceremonies so as always when you travel please make sure you do your research before you leave to find a reputable place. We cannot stress this enough. One only needs to Google “Tea Ceremony Scam Shanghai” to realise how easy it is to be lead astray. The one we visited was recommended and booked by our Tour Guide.

Old City God Temple of Shanghai:

Built in Yongle Reign of Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644), the Old City God Temple of Shanghai is located at Fangbang Middle Road, and adjoins Yuyuan Garden in the south. With the commercial development, and the surrounding trade region expanding, the numbers of shopping centres and snack streets are increasing rapidly. We made the most of this combination and after snacking on a few dumplings ventured into the temple which is full of “gods” who are regarded as patron saints in Taoism.

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The Yuyuan Gardens are conveniently directly next to here as well (if you have spare time and wish to explore its splendour). We did not visit the gardens but many locals suggested that we should. Next time!

Cost: approx. 40 yuan per personLocation: Anren Street, Shanghai Open Time: 8:30am-17:30pm

This tranquil, 400-year-old, 5 acre garden is full of rockeries (with the star “Jade Rock”), ponds full of goldfish and multiple pavilions and halls where there’s plenty to see. Depending on when you visit there may be flower shows or tea ceremonies in the area. Opt to visit the bustling bazaar located outside the gardens and hone your bargaining skills if you so wish.

Afternoon:

The next place we did visit however was the Shanghai World Financial Centre. http://www.swfc-shanghai.com/?l=enApprox. entry cost: 200 yuan each.

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Located in the Pudong District of Shanghai, advancing China’s most rapidly developing city, the Shanghai World Financial Centre is a centre for information as well as financial services. Described as the “Bottle Top Opener” tourists can ride the elevator up to the 94 th, 97th and 100th floor to enjoy the views from the observatory. The Sky Walk (the 100 th floor) is 474m above the ground and boasts itself to be the world’s highest observatory. Here you can walk along the three transparent glass-walled walkways and talk as many selfies as you wish. On the 97 th floor they also have quite the impressive “loo with a view” offered too. No charge. Just walk in and enjoy the scenery. The water

There are so many other attractions in Shanghai that we did not have time to see. Here are a few.

Oriental Pearl Radio & TV TowerCentury Boulevard, Pudong Park, Lujiazui.Opening Hours: 8:00am - 9:30pmSpace Module, upper sphere, lower sphere, and Shanghai Municipal History Museum – Cost: approx. 220 yuan.

Chocolate Tasting Tour at the Chocolate Theatre – Cost: approx. 180 yuan.10 am to 7 pm (not every day)Duration: approx. 90 minutes

Zotter Organic Chocolate Shanghai LtdShanghai Fashion Center, Yang Shu Pu Road, Yangpu.

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My brother (who resides in Hong Kong and visits China often) also recommended this restaurant. It’s a train that has been converted into a pleasant restaurant. You will need to book ahead – reservations can be made by phoning: 021-64272233.

Shanghai Lao Zhan (Old Station Restaurant) No. 201, North Caoxi Rd., Opposite the Xujiahui Cathedral, Xuhui District徐汇区漕溪北路 201 号

The Bund Sightseeing TunnelAudio-visual ride under the Huangpu RiverOpen: 8am-10pm dailyPrice: approx. 55 yuan for a round-trip

300 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Dong Lu, Huangpu district(Chinese address 黄浦区中山东一路 300 号,近南京东路)

Take Subway Line 2 and get off at Lujiazui Station.

This night was our final (yay!) and longest sleeper train to Guilin. The journey took approx. 20 hours” plenty of time for napping, snacking and book reading.

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Day 8: Guilin – YangshuoDate:

Morning:

We arrived in Guilin early morning and were pleasantly surprised by how much warmer the temperature was (there was even blue skies!). We climbed aboard a private bus and began our two hour transfer to the nearby village of Yangshuo. This town is nestled among the limestone karsts jutting out of the Li River. One of them most scenic regions of China, this beautiful place is a haven for activities, cultural immersion, and relaxing at cafés. There are SO many activities available for you. This is where we (Pete and I) turned to each other and both commented that we would happily live in such a place as this. It is difficult to describe how distinctive and truly stunning this place is, not to mention the atmosphere feels.. positive.

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Afternoon:

Tai Chi Lessons:Cost: approx. 80 yuan each

The participating group members Our Tai Chi master

After the 20 hour train trip and 2 hour bouncy bus saga we took the opportunity to practice some Tai Chi with open arms. Our instructor was a master of this art and took us to a local park where we were taken through an hour of this ancient "internal" or "soft" martial art. The master explained that it is practiced for its health-giving and spiritual benefits; it is non-competitive, gentle, and slow-paced. He happily posed for photos with us at the end and then bid us a fond farewell.

Cooking Class:Cost: approx. 180 yuan each.

In this activity we enhanced our culinary skills with a hands-on cooking class. Our master chef took us for a walk through the local markets and taught us about their fresh produce, animal livestock and how their local economy is (in general) quite self-supportive.

Local produce larger than life

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Following our market expedition we returned to her brasserie (Cloud 9 Restaurant) where we were to begin our gastronomic voyage.

The cooking class involved some basic instruction on how to use their incredibly sharp cleavers and ingredient preparation. We donned our aprons and hats and prepared for action. Action indeed - it was all stations go. We each had our own individual chopping board, utensils and gas fuelled wok. Our master chef bellowed instructions at us (only twice) and if you didn’t keep up then it was undercooked chicken for you. Ah, I jest (somewhat). She was knowledgeable, a little bit sassy and kept us in line. We created some delicious dishes that are part of the local cuisine and then sat down afterwards to enjoy them together in the restaurant.

Evening:

Following our cooking class we were free to wander the streets. There is an overabundance of markets, restaurants, street entertainment, clubs and pubs. You are not left wanting for fun in this town. We chose to do some Christmas shopping in the markets and were not disappointed. For someone who doesn’t like haggling (Jodie) I found the locals to be fair and kind in their negotiations.

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Day 9: YangshuoDate:

Morning:

We (Pete and I) rose bright and early this particular day to climb the closest karst to the centre of Yangshuo which had a Traditional Chinese pagoda at the summit. It was well and truly worth the early start as we had a beautiful view of the town (which helped us map out our exploration for the evening). It was nice to witness the locals who also rise early to run up and down the karst for exercise. They’re incredibly friendly and greet you each and every time they pass you (or perhaps they’re rubbing it in.. I’m not certain). We were even treated with what appeared to be a rocky reincarnation and another local sporting a mini boom box on their hip (ah, the old bum bag – so many uses!)

After the climb we had a walk around Yangshou Park (where we had learnt Tai Chi the day before) and admired the locals practicing Tai Chi and Qigong or alternatively running, dancing or using the exercise equipment available in the most.. distinctive.. of ways.

The next activity of the morning was arranged by our Tour Guide and consisted of cycling around the Yangshuo countryside.

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Cycling:Hire Cost: approx. 50 yuan each – there are multiple stores from which you can hire.

There are four main cycling routes that you can follow around the Yangshuo area. China Highlights provides these in the following link:

http://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/china-biking/yangshuo-biking.htm

The farms, villages, rice paddies and rivers are stunning and littered with multiple farm houses you can enjoy an inexpensive meal at. You can even pause on a bridge overlooking the river to observe the locals washing their clothing or pose for a super “mushy” couple snap.

Bamboo Rafting:Cost: approx. 180 yuan each.

The rafting adventure downstream was for around an hour and as you can see there is gorgeous scenery to relish. The rafts consisted of large bamboo poles secured together with rope and planks of wood. The captains of our vessels did not speak any English but did their best to have a joke and point out things as we floated by. Another bonus? They happily allow the guests on their vessels to try their hand at propelling the rafts. Not as easy as it looks.. many 360’s were had by the group.

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Moon Hill:

‘Twas no rest for the wicked on this day and after our Bamboo rafting adventure we rode our bikes to our next quest setting.

Simply put, Moon Hill is a huge slice of rock with a round hole in its centre. There is a good 800 steps cut into this mountain providing a path for guests to reach the summit. At various angles the “hole” resembles anything from a new moon to a full moon. Moon Hill measures 380 m (height) by 410 m (length) by 220 m (width). There were three separate groups scaling a few of the 14 climbing routes available on the north-west side during our visit which inspired the inner dare devil in us all.

The Tour Group at the summit of Moon Hill

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Day 10: Hong KongDate:

This day mostly consisted of train rides and border crossings. The way our Tour Guide arranged our transfer from Yangshuo to Hong Kong was as follows:

Private Vehicle (a.k.a. mini bus):Yangshuo – Guilin (1h30min)

High-speed and Local trains (x3 separate train trips):Guilin – Shenzhen (3 and ½ hr’s)

Border Crossing (China - Hong Kong)Luohu – Hong Kong

High-speed rail – comfort AND hustle

Make sure you convert whatever leftover Yuan you have into Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) at the border crossing as this is the currency of your next destination.

Afternoon – Evening:

We arrived into Hong Kong late afternoon and had a brief recess (and suitcase sort) time before heading into Kowloon for our evening adventures.

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Victoria Harbour:

This Harbour is situated between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon and is quite the Tourist attraction. The skyline view of either side is impressive during both the day and night. From here you can visit the Terminal and take a Ferry cruise or wait for the 8pm Symphony of Lights (you can listen to the show's music and narration at the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, and the promenade outside the Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai).

Hong Kong Island Skyline at night

Avenue of Stars:

The Avenue of Stars pays tribute to the names that helped make Hong Kong the ‘Hollywood of the East’. Here you can see sculptures of Bruce Lee, Anita Mui, McDull and the Hong Kong Film Awards statuette, 20 star handprint plaques, movie-themed exhibitions and a mural depicting classic movie scenes.

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The Peak:

Don’t worry. You don’t have to climb this one (although we did and recommend the morning trail – it’s definitely easier than Mt Hua Shan and has spectacular views). The Peak Tram is the quickest and most scenic way to arrive at The Peak and can be caught from the Lower Terminus (MTR station: Central – there are multiple signs to guide you). One runs every 15 minutes so there’s never much of a wait. The tram tickets are $71 HKD (one way) or $83 HKD (return). At the top of the Peak there is the Historical Gallery, Tower, Sky Terrace and various Nature Walks you can enjoy. Check out the dedicated website below for more details:

http://www.thepeak.com.hk/en/

View from the Peak at night The Peak Tram

Extras:

There is so much to see and do in Hong Kong. Between the markets, back streets, ferries, bus tours, surrounding islands and Disneyland you can easily keep yourself amused here for weeks. Unfortunately we only had the one evening and following day (which we spent with family) so many activities shall we saved for our next visit. Here are some suggestions:

Hong Kong Space Museum:Cost: $32 HKDOpen 1-9pmSalisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui (MTR station: East Tsim Sha Tsui - Exit J).

We did intend on visiting this Museum however unfortunately it was closed for renovations during our stay.

Temple Street Night Market:Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, KowloonMTR station: Yau Ma Tei Station (Exit C, turn onto Temple Street at Man Ming Lane).

The Temple Street Night Market is a popular street bazaar named after the Tin Hau Temple located in the centre of its main drag. Here you can find (and haggle over) trinkets, tea ware, electronics, watches, menswear, jade and antiques and (most importantly) keep yourself fuelled up with clay pot rice, seafood, noodles and MANY other treats. Temple Street Night Market is an enduring example of the theatre and festivity of a Chinese market. And it’s on show nightly.

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That’s a wrap my friends! If you’d like to know more (or have questions) about the itinerary don’t hesitate to contact us at AIP.