DAYS 1 & 2

Take a stroll along the famed Bund, visit the serene Yu Garden, the Jade Buddha Temple and Shanghai Museum. (B)

The Peninsula, Shanghai

DAYS 3 & 4

Enjoy scenes of the countryside with a first-class train ride to Hangzhou, one of the most beautiful cities in China. Enjoy a boat ride on lovely West Lake and a visit to Guo Village, a full day-tour of Lingyin Temple, the Six Harmonies Pagoda, and a visit to a tea plantation. (2B)

Banyan Tree, Hangzhou

DAYS 5 & 6

In picturesque Guilin, visit charming Daxu Old Town. The following day enjoy a full-day Li River excursion from Guilin to Yangshuo. View breathtaking panoramas made famous in Chinese art. (2B)

Shangri-La, Guilin

DAYS 7 & 8

In Guilin, visit the Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill. Then fly to Kunming and visit the renowned Stone Forest, a geological phenomenon of striking limestone pillars. (2B)

Grand Park Hotel, Kunming

DAY 9

The ancient city of Dali is home to the Bai minority. Enjoy a trip on Erhai Lake with its islands, temples and fishing villages. (B)

Regent Hotel, Dali

DAYS 10 & 11

Visit the breathtaking Black Dragon Pond and the Old Town of Lijiang. Take a chairlift ride to view the scenery of Yak Meadow. (2B)

Banyan Tree, Lijiang

DAYS 12 & 13

Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the world’s deepest river canyons. Known as the setting for the mythical Shangri-La, Zhongdian has stunningly beautiful landscapes. Enjoy a visit to a Tibetan family in old town. (2B)

Banyan Tree Ringha, Zhongdian

DAYS 14 – 17

On return to Kunming, enjoy a city tour. Then fly to Sanya, a resort city with some of China’s most beautiful beaches. Visit Nanshan Temple with its replicas of Tang Dynasty architecture. On Day 17, fly home. (4B)

Banyan Tree, Sanya

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The Peninsula Shanghai
Shanghai, China

The hotel’s 235 gloriously comfortable Peninsula Shanghai guestrooms and suites represent the return of classic luxury to Shanghai. The city’s most spacious, they have it all, from Art Deco elegance to breathtaking Huangpu River and skyline views, plus the newest Peninsula room technology. Every room features a 46-inch plasma TV, Nespresso coffee machine, iPod docking station, free local and international calls and Wi-Fi access.

Banyan Tree, Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China

Discover priceless tranquility in Banyan Tree Hangzhou. Let the splendour of nature and centuries old cultural legacy enthrall you.
Enveloped in lush greeneries and calm waters, Banyan Tree Hangzhou sits within China’s first wetland reserve, the Xixi National Wetland Park, home to an amazing wealth of thriving plant and animal life.

Within Xixi National Wetland Park, a ‘living water park’ has been preserved by recovery of wetland areas and restoration of ecological systems, paving the way for the establishment of fish ponds and reedbeds, and reintroduction of 270 biological species such as persimmon, mulberry, bamboo, willow and camphor trees. Guests may visit various attractions within the reserve, including the Plum Villa, Autumn Snow Temple, Yanshui Fishing Villa, and Xixi Family House, which provide the historical and cultural stories of the Hangzhou region.

From its tiled roofs and ivory walls, to the elaborate décor of each suite and villa, Banyan Tree Hangzhou is an exemplary depiction of traditional Chinese architecture and modern comforts, set within tranquil natural surroundings.

Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin
Guilin, China

Ideally located alongside the Li River lies the deluxe Sheraton Guilin Hotel. Well-appointed rooms and suites feature breathtaking views of the Li River and hotel garden, and are equipped with all the modern amenities.

Swim laps in the outdoor swimming pool, or head to the gymnasium for your cardiovascular and strength training. Sauna and massage facilities are also available. Relax at the Atrium Coffee Shop, featuring International and Asian cuisine underneath a 60-foot skylight roof. Experience Cantonese specialties from shark’s fin soup to dim sum, along with Sichuan dishes from southwest of China and local specialties at Cathay Chinese Restaurant. Or enjoy the Camel Bar, a cozy meeting place offering afternoon tea or evening cocktails with a view of our indoor garden, waterfall, and Chinese pagoda.

Grand Park Hotel
Kunming, China

The Grand Park Hotel is situated alongside the Green Lake Park, one of the most popular attractions in Kunming, providing tranquil, scenic views of willows along the bank, and lotus flowers on the lake. Not far from Kunming’s central commercial area, the Grand Park enjoys both the beautiful natural scenery of the area and convenient shopping facilities. The Grand Park’s fully equipped business center provides an extensive range of business related services including secretarial services, telecommunications, equipment rental and more. There is also a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool and a beauty salon.

All rooms 321 are decorated in elegant style, enjoy lake or city views, are air-conditioned and have a range of amenities including internet access, satellite TV, mini bar, hairdryer and in-room safe.

Regent Hotel
Dali, China

Dali is the perfect holiday spot with amazing scenic beauty, pleasant climate and hotels to suit every pocket. Regent Hotel in Dali is one of the finest inns amongst the Hotels in China. People from all over the world visit Dali to enjoy its serenity. However travelers on business purpose also come here. Whether you are a business traveler or on leisure this hotel is the last word in luxury.

The plush rooms at Regent Hotel in Dali are air conditioned. The rooms flaunt light colors, soft tones and smooth textures. There are single rooms, double rooms, twin rooms, triple rooms, suites and non-smoking rooms to choose from. All these rooms are provided with attached bathrooms which, in turn, are provided with separate shower, bath tub, hot and cold running water and hair dryer. These units are also provided with satellite television, IDD phones, internet access, voicemail, mini bar and others.

Hotel services at Regent Hotel in Dali comprise of 3 eating outlets for your dining and wining facilities. Apart from this there is swimming pool, sauna, car parking, car rental, laundry, coach parking and others.

Banyan Tree Hotel, Lijiang
Lijiang, China

The pulse radiating from Lijiang resonates a symphony full of soul, peace and ethnic harmony. To the north of this beautiful city rises the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a sacred sanctuary which has protected the ethnic minorities and their unique cultures since ancient times. Another splendor is the Old Town of Lijiang, regarded as the Venice of the Orient because of the many bridges and canals that lace through the maze of cobbled streets. This historic town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 for its ethnic charm, historical milieu and architectural landscape.

Banyan Tree Lijiang Resort & Spa's luxurious villas reflect the rich fabric of this locale through their design and furnishings. For souvenirs, visit the inimitable Banyan Tree Gallery and bring home exclusive handicrafts – each traditional memento has a story to tell about the misty hamlet of Lijiang.

Banyan Tree, Zhongdian
Zhongdian, China

Behind every myth is at least a grain of truth — a comforting thought for someone in search of James Hilton's evasive Shangri-La. In his acclaimed novel “Lost Horizon” Hilton masterfully describes a distant and secluded hideaway of great beauty and peacefulness, a remote paradise on earth hidden in a Tibetan valley of snow-capped mountains, where harmony reigns, where the gods walk among the people, and where man and nature embrace. A utopian dream perhaps or surprisingly close to reality?

Banyan Tree Zhongdian Ringha is found in China's Yunnan province, a mountainous area that has been designated as the official Shangri-La by the Chinese government and is part of Greater Tibet, both historically and culturally. At 3,200 meters above sea level, the setting is spectacular with day-trips and overnight excursions taking you to divine mountain peaks touched by the clouds, awe-inspiring ridges, deep canyons, torrential rivers, mystical plateaus, endless valleys, crystal-clear streams and the most tranquil of lakes.

In true Banyan Tree style, the Banyan Tree Zhongdian Ringha resort architecture reflects the local Tibetan culture. All 32 spacious resort lodges and suites are traditional Tibetan farmhouses with intricate woodcarvings, smoky fireplaces and wooden balconies that have valley or river views. Impressive pine pillars add enormous character to both the interior and exterior of each house. And of course, there is the heavenly Banyan Tree Spa.

Banyan Tree, Sanya
Sanya, China

The exclusive Banyan Tree Sanya Resort & Spa, located at Luhuitou Bay, Hainan Island, is an all-pool villa resort in Sanya, China. Boasting 49 lavish pool villas nestled in the tropical lagoon landscape of the enchanting Sanya vacation resort, this 5-star hotel in Sanya, Yalong Bay is set to be another jewel in Banyan Tree’s collection of properties; featuring a spa and hydrotherapy development, signature dining outlets, and extensive conference facilities.

A private sanctuary designed for 2, the Pool Villa in the Banyan Tree Sanya features a private garden as well as a 45 sqm sized private swimming pool. Look up into the dazzling sky from your open-air bathtub in this Sanya holiday resort set in a charming Lotus pond, or take in some sun in the pool sized lounger while you work on your tan.

Villa facilities include: two twins or one king sized bed, working table. separated living pavilion, mini bar, IDD telephone, mini stereo system, DVD player, mini safe, large bathroom with shower accessories , hairdryer, plasma TV, coffee/tea making facility, turndown service, pillow selection service, outdoor terrace table and seating.

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