The most interesting discovery you’ll make at home is the handful of spare change, gum wrappers and cake crumbs lurking between your couch cushions. Instead of scouring the sofa for shrapnel, take a trip overseas and discover enchanting China with today's Deal!

Get out your telescope because today's Deal is about to set your sights on the adventure of a lifetime! Swap $1399 for a spectacular six day tour of Beijing including return economy flights from Melbourne or Sydney. You'll spend five nights at the top-rated Doubletree by Hilton or Park Plaza Beijing West in a Superior Room with a king bed or twin beds.

Throughout your stay your English-speaking guide will take you to the most amazing destinations including the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and some of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games sites. Wake up to an American Breakfast in the hotel each day and other delicious meals as listed in the tour itinerary. You'll be transported via private, air-conditioned tour bus to and from hotels, airports and sightseeing destinations.

For your convenience, Wi-Fi access is available in the hotel lobby and same day check out at 12:00pm is available for USD50 per person. Up to three people may stay per room, with the third person sleeping on a rollaway bed, but every guest must purchase the tour package. The package may be purchased for a child under 12 years for a discount of USD150 including airfares. Children under 2 years will incur a $300 airfare charge but no tour fee. Upgrade to a Superior Suite for an additional USD100 to USD250 per room, per night - this surcharge includes accommodation for an additional person.

Want to arrange your own flights? Click here to purchase the tour by itself for $499!

2012 Tour Departure Dates
September: 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th
October: 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th
November: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
December: 6th


Itinerary
Meals: (AB-American Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, SD-Beijing Roast Duck Dinner, SL-Homemade Lunch)

Day 1: Home City - Beijing
Begin your journey with the international flight to Beijing
Meet and transfer to the hotel with your tour manager

Day 2: Beijing (AB, L, D)
Beijing Capital Museum
Visit Tiananmen Square
Walk through the Forbidden City, home of the Chinese emperors and their household for five centuries

Day 3: Beijing (AB, L, SD)
Visit 2008 SummerOlympic Games Sites, Bird’s Nest and Water Cube
Experience the traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony while sampling China's locally-favoured brews at a Tea House
Walk in the clouds while hiking the 2,000-year-old Great Wall of China
Learn about Jade, China's most precious and celebrated stone, and its manufacturing process at the largest Jade factory in Beijing
Peking Duck for dinner

Day 4: Beijing (AB, SL, D)
Morning exercise - Tai Chi lesson
Temple of Heaven
Hop on a rickshaw and ride through the Hutong neighbourhood
Visit a local family for lunch
Summer Palace
Learn about silk, the very trade item which started the famous Silk Road, and its delicate manufacturing process

Day 5: Beijing (AB)
A free day to explore the city on your own. You may choose to join the optional tour to Beijing Zoo, Lama Temple or the Flea Market

Day 6: Home City - Beijing (AB)
Leave with stories, memories and captivating pictures of the entire journey. You will be transferred to the Beijing Capital airport for your scheduled flight back home or continue your journey to visit other cities in China


SNA Tours welcomes you to join them in exploring China and other countries in Asia. The team believes that travel is a life-enriching experience, which is why they are here to guide you on your journey of discovery by providing a deeper understanding of other nations, their people and their histories.

Airline and flight itinerary to be confirmed at time of booking with SNA Tours. SNA Tours Terms and Conditions apply. Click here for more details.