Tour Code: USIC17
Duration: 17 Days
Optional Features and Upgrades: Since the seats are limited, we recommend you to choose optional and extension programs at the time of booking:
Service Language: English
Extra Service: Travel Insurance Visa Service
1) Round-trip international flight from New York City / Los Angeles / San Francisco to India and China
【San Jose/ Washington / Boston/ Las Vegas / Chicago / Houston / Seattle --Depart Need USD 300 More】
【Atlanta / Austin / Charlotte / Dallas / Denver / Detroit / Memphis / Miami / Milwaukee--Depart Need USD 500 More】
【Oklahoma City / Philadelphia / Phoenix / Portland / Sacramento / San Antonio / San Diego--Depart Need USD 500 More】
Land tour Only without round trip air ticket: 【-USD200 Minus】
2) Ground transportation between the cities ( BY BUS )
3) Hand-picked 4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF
4) Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda
5) Food as specified on the itinerary (B-breakfast L-lunch D-dinner X-no meal)
Please note that if the flight for your tour is during the lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.
6) Special cultural programs as specified in the schedule
7) Professional English speaking local tour expert
8) All tax and fuel surcharge
9) UTOvacation’s Travel Assurance Program ( Free Reschedule before 150 days prior to trip departure and before air tickets are issued )
1) Travel insurance
2) Any personal expenses
3) Tour Extensions and Optional programs
4) A Mandatory Service Charge & Tipping USD 290/person is required and payable by Credit Card Before Depart.
5) India visa fee.
6) China visa fee.
7) Single Supplement: USD 900
8) A no-show fee of $100 per person, per day will be issued if, for any reason, a customer does not attend the daily scheduled activities. This applies to all sponsored tours, packages and all discounted China tours, including this product.
UTOvacation prioritizes the safety and well-being of our customers. We do not oblige our customers to travel to destinations still impacted by Covid-19, force majeure, natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, and more), political change, war, riots, and more. We believe in transparency and providing our customers with all the information they need to make informed decisions. Therefore, we kindly ask our customers to review our terms and conditions carefully and take full responsibility for their purchasing and travel decisions.
ALL PRICES ARE IN USD
DEPOSIT POLICY:
1) Initial deposit: USD$600.00/pp at the time of booking. 2nd deposit of USD$600.00/pp after 2 weeks of booking.
(The USD$1200.00 deposit count towards the final payment)
2) Final Payment: 180 days prior to the trip departure.
Optional program and Upgrades:
* Since the seats are limited, we recommend you to choose optional and extension programs at the time of booking.
Group Size:
☆ 10 - 40 Each Departure Date.
Upgrade To Business Class:( Before Final Payment)
☆ (Only Available For USA -- Asia International Round Trip) Cost Extra USD$4000/per person.
Begin your adventure with UTOvacation by heading to the airport and departing towards Shanghai.
Upon arriving at Shanghai International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour guide and then transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax.
Enjoy a morning city tour of Shanghai, the country's biggest city and a global financial hub. Explore 【The People’s Square】 and 【Nanjing Road】, the main shopping street of Shanghai and is one of the world's busiest shopping streets. Transfer to Suzhou, referred to as the "Venice of the East". Visit 【Lanli Garden】 where you could treasure the exotic silk embroidery history. Explore 【The Garden of Master of the Nets】, among the finest gardens in China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the 【Silk Spinning Factory】 for a silk making demonstration. Transfer to Wuxi, an ancient city richly endowed with nature due to its pleasantly warm and moist climate – it boasts a reputation of being the “Land of Fish and Rice”. Explore the 【Lingshan Grand Buddha and Mt. Lingshan Scenic Area】 – a Buddhist paradise area of 30 hectares (74 acres). The park is famous for the world’s largest bronze Buddha statue and other attractions including the Brahma Palace, Five Mudra Mandala, Nine Dragons Bathing Sakyamuni, Xiangfu Temple and many other Buddhist sites. Visit the 【Teapot Museum】 and famous 【Nanchang Street】.
(Recommended Options:)
Boat ride on the Grand Canal with walk around the local market. USD 30
After breakfast, enjoy the scenery as we pass by 【Lake Tai】, the third-largest freshwater lake in China. Visit the 【Lihu Park】, and the largest Fresh Water Pearl Center. After lunch, transfer to Hangzhou, one of China's seven ancient capitals. With its beautiful lakes, mountains and many attractions, it has become a world-famous tourist destination and one of China’s top attractions. Marco Polo once called Hangzhou the most enchanting city in the world. Take a 【boat tour of West Lake】, the most famous attraction in Hangzhou. Last stop, 【Liuhe Pagoda】, Hangzhou Six Harmonies Pagoda, on the foot of 【Yuelun Hill】, facing the 【Qiantang River】.
Morning educational stop for a taste of Dragon Well Tea at the 【Meijiawu Tea Village】. Later drive back to Shanghai on China’s central coast, the country's biggest city and a global financial hub. Appreciate scenery by walking along【the Bund】, a mile-long stretch along the 【Huangpu River】. This area is the best place to capture the western influences of the old days.
(Recommended Options:)
Cruise on the 【Huangpu River】, while on the cruise, you can take an outside view of the 【Oriental Pearl Tower】, the modern symbol of Shanghai City. USD 45
Enjoy a day of leisure or you may choose an optional day-tour of Shanghai highlights.
(Recommended Options:)
【Shanghai maglev train】is the fastest train in the world with the unbelievable top speed of 431km per hour. It is the only super high-speed bullet train with Magnetic technology in operation all over the world. Take in some last minute shopping at the【Knock-off Market】before exploring the famous【Xintiandi】, a stylish pedestrian street made up of Shikumen and modern architecture. Explore 【Tianzifang】, a touristic arts and crafts area that has developed from a renovated traditional residential area in the French Concession area of Shanghai, into an area of boutique shops, bars and restaurants. Explore【Jin Mao Tower】, an 88-story landmark skyscraper, standing at 420.5 metres tall it’s one of the tallest buildings in the world. USD 100
(Recommended Options:)
Shanghai Permanent Show-【ERA-Intersection of Time】USD 45
Fly to Delhi, Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by your Tour Guide and transferred to your initial hotel situated in Delhi and welcomed with a complimentary celebratory beverage. Delhi is one of the world’s most famous cities which contains New Delhi, the capital of India and Old Delhi. The combination of old tradition with modern growth has made Delhi a must-see for any tourist.
Your first day of site seeing in India will commence shortly after your breakfast buffet at the Hotel. The first stop will be in Old Delhi, the Mughal capital where you will visit the Red Fort which was built by the legendary Emperor Shahjahan of the 17th century. The second stop will be a visit to one of India’s oldest shopping markets, the bustling Chandni Chowk Bazaar. The next stop will be to visit the cremation site of India’s most famous civil rights leader Mahatma Gandhi, and the enormous Jama Masjid mosque. The final stop of your busy day will be at the Qutb Minar, a minaret that forms part of the Qutb complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area, Qutb Minar is a 239.5 feet tall tapering tower of five storeys, with a 47 feet base diameter, reducing to 9 feet at the top of the peak. It contains a spiral staircase of 379 steps.
Day 10 begins with a journey to the city of Agra. Agra is a city on the banks of the Yamuna river in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is 378 kilometres (235 mi) west of the state capital.
Agra is a major tourist destination because of its many Mughal-era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time or adventure with us on an optional tour to the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah.
OPTIONAL: VISIT Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daula: USD 45:
Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daula is a Mughal mausoleum in the city of Agra in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Often described as a "jewel box", sometimes called the "Bacha Taj", the tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daula is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal. This optional tour also consists of a visit to the villa and garden of Sikandra.
Your day in Agra begins with a visit to the glorious Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is also known as the “Crown of Palaces” is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river. The Taj Mahal was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan. The Taj Mahal was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 for being “the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage”. After your visit to the Taj Mahal return to the hotel for breakfast and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Optional Tour – Agra Fort: USD 45:
Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra and located 2.5 km from the Taj Mahal. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 when the capital was moved from Agra to Delhi. In 1983, the Agra Fort has declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The 94-acre fort has a semicircular plan and built from red sandstone. The monumental Delhi Gate faces the city on the western side of the fort and is known as the grandest of the four gates and a masterpiece of Akbar’s time. This magnificent attraction is a must-see for historians and tourists who appreciate progressive architecture.
Your 12th day begins with a trip to Ranthambore National Park. The Government of India established Ranthambore as the Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in 1955. The Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary is known for its Bengal tigers and is a popular tourist attraction to a variety of animals in their natural habitat. The park’s forests are examples of the type of jungle found in Central India, which is home to Leopard, Wild Boar, Sloth Bear and other unique and fascinating Indian wildlife including other birds and reptiles.
Optional: Half Day Tour of the Amer Fort - USD 60:
Amer Fort, located in Amer, Rajasthan India is a small town of 4 kilometers and the principal tourist attraction of Jaipur. The town of Amer was originally built by the Meenas and eventually ruled by Raja Man Singh I. The Amer Fort is known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake, which is the main source of water for the Amer Palace.
The Amer Palace is constructed with red sandstone and marble, the beautiful palace is constructed with four levels, each with its own courtyard. The Amer Fort, along with five other forts of Rajasthan, was declared UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the group Hills Forts of Rajasthan.
Our day will begin with pre-dawn coffee and refreshments before setting off on an early morning game drive with a park guide in search of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Return to the hotel for lunch and enjoy your remaining day at leisure or perhaps return to the park for an optional afternoon game drive in Ranthambore Canter Safari.
Optional: Ranthambore Canter Safari – USD 75:
This optional 3-hour tour will bring you through Ranthambore National Park and the various native wildlife will be clearly on display during this tour.
After breakfast, journey to Jaipur-Rajasthan also known as the “Pink City” which is the capital and the largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Jaipur was founded in 1727 by the Rajput ruler Jai Singh II the ruler of Amer. Jaipur is part of the Indian Golden Triangle along with Delhi and Agra. It is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Jantar Mantar, and the Amer Fort.
The dominant color scheme of the buildings of Jaipur is pink, and its also home to one of the worlds most dynamic marketplaces. Included in your tour of Jaipur will be an exciting Saree Draping demonstration followed by an intricate Turban Dying demonstration.
After breakfast, you will embark on the city tour of Jaipur which will include a visit to the City Palace of Jaipur. Originally built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the City Palace is the location of numerous religious and cultural events, as well as a patron of arts, commerce, and industry. As part of your trip, you will visit the Mubarak Mahal, the Diwan-e-Khas, Diwan-e-am and the Museums of Textiles.
After your tour of Jaipur, you will embark to Hawa Mahal also known as the “Palace of Winds” Much like many of India’s most famous landmarks is built on red and pink sandstone. The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. The rest of the day will be left at your leisure or you can take one of our popular optional tours.
OPTIONAL: Elephant Discovery Tour with Lunch: USD 90
UTOvacation is proud to present the Elephant Discovery Tour. Travelers are can get up close and personal with these storybook creatures. Visitors can meet and feed the elephants, paint them with non-toxic colors, learn about their daily habits, and wash them (not in winter though). Enjoy the delicious home-cooked food as your lunch.
On your final day, before breakfast, you may enjoy our optional Hot Air Balloon ride over the picturesque Jaipur. After breakfast, the tour heads back Delhi for departure home.
Note: *Depending on the air availability, we might【90%】 take the flight back to USA/Canada which departure in the early morning (00:00am-03: 00 am) on the next day.
Optional: Hot Air Ballooning over Jaipur - USD 270:
This final optional tour is an ideal way to end your adventure in India. The Balloon ride provides you with an incredible view of many of the attractions you visited in the past few days. The hour-long tour provides glorious photo opportunities and life-long memories. Some attractions you will fly over include, Amer Fort, Shiv Vilas, Jal Mahal, and Delhi-Jaipur Road.
Tour is arranged in the morning at around 5:45 AM - 6:45 AM and subject to availability.
Early morning catch your flight back home.
Optional Program:
☆ Suzhou "Boat ride on the Grand Canal with walk around the local market" ($30)
☆ Shanghai "Huangpu River Night Cruise" ($45)
☆ Shanghai "Shanghai maglev train & knock-off market & Xintiandi & Tianzifang & Jinmao Tower." ($100)
☆ Shanghai "ERA Show-The intersection of Time."($45)
☆ Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daula:USD 45
☆ Agra Fort:USD 45
☆ Amber Fort:USD 60
☆ Ranthambore Canter Safari:USD 75
☆ Elephant Discovery Tour with Lunch:USD 90
☆ Hot Air Ballooning over Jaipur:USD 270
Stay Like A Local-Extensions:-(Choose before the trip):
1) Return Flight Extension-3 DAYS
Price: USD$299
Included:
*Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary
2) Return Flight Extension-5 DAYS
Price: USD$399
Included:
*Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary
4 Star Hotels:
☆ Suzhou: Holiday Inn Suzhou Huirong Plaza / similar
☆ Hangzhou: Merchant Marco Garden Hotel / similar
☆ Wuxi: Swiss-Bel Hotel Liyuan / similar
☆ Shanghai: Shanghai Koyal International Hotel / similar
☆ Delhi: Radisson Blu Kaushambi / Similar
☆ Agra: Crystal Sarovar Premiere / Similar
☆ Ranthambore: Ranthambore Regency / Similar
☆ Jaipur: Lemon Tree Premier / Similar
International Air:
(*UTOvacation reserve the right to confirm the airlines below)
☆ United Airline:
☆ American Airline:
☆ Delta Airline:
☆ Singapore Airlines:
☆ Air China:
☆ Air Canada:
☆ Hainan Airlines:
☆ China Eastern Airlines:
☆ Cathy Pacific Airlines;
☆ China Southern Airlines;
☆ Xiamen Airlines;
☆ Beijing Capital Airlines;
☆ Sichuan Airlines;
☆ Hongkong Airline:
☆ Eva Air:
Remark:
1) We reserve the right to modify the itinerary if necessary subject to the local conditions.
2) Guaranteed departure with minimum of 10 travelers.
3) Price subject to change at the time of reservation.
4) For travelers under 12 years old are as follow:
Child between 2-11 years old with bed | Infant under 2 years old |
100% of adult tour fare | We don"t suggest people bring Infants under 2 years old to participate on this tour |
5) Tour fare is based on American/Canadian adults (non-student group), twin share.
6) As this is a sight-seeing and shopping tour, there are designated local shopping stops on this tour, and a minimum amount of time (60 mins) must be spent at each shopping site. However, there is no obligation to purchase anything. For those who are not very keen on shopping, visits to shopping sites should be treated as cultural learning experiences as all the products including jade, silk, tea, etc are deeply ingrained in the Chinese culture and well worth learning.
7)The hotels listed in the itinerary are subject to change and may be substituted with a similar category hotel without prior notice, if unavailable. Multi-carriers/airlines are used for the group tour airfare. Once the group tickets are issued the airline information may be released by the group ticketing department about 30 days prior to trip departure. Uto vacation can reserve the right to issue tickets without prior notice.
8) For Travel Visa service:
* If you choose UTO’s Visa Application Service with your booking, we will contact you by email about 60-120 days prior to trip departure for your visa application. Please call 1-855-526-1286 for more information.
* Please note: A final trip confirmation will be sent to the main contact passenger via email one month prior to departure that includes a day-by-day itinerary, hotel information, and flight information. If acquiring a visa on your own, the supporting documents will be provided from UTO Vacation one month prior to the trip departure date. Supporting documents requested early are subject to a $50 administration fee.
9) Any deviations to other destinations and/or extensions are subject to a $150 change fee, plus any air fare difference---please call 1-855-526-1286 for detail information.
10) Reservation changes: changes to an existing reservation, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person charge plus any additional supplier fees. This includes name changes* and removal of any services such as optional tours and transfers. *Please note that name changes to airline reservations are subject to full cancellation and re-booking. See airline name changes section for specific information. Replacing a traveling passenger with another traveling passenger constitutes a cancellation, subject to cancellation penalties, and is not covered by this reservation changes policy. Changes or additions after departure are subject to local rates at the time of amendment and must be paid directly by the passenger to the service provider. There are no refunds for unused services.
11) If for any reason, a passenger does not attend the scheduled daily activities during the tour, an additional supplement fee of $100 per person per day has to be paid.
12) Please note that if the flight for your tour is during the lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.
13) All tour extension & optional programs require a minimum of 10 participants to commence. UTOvacation reserve the rights to cancel the tour extension without prior notice. In the instance of cancellation, the tour extension or optional tours shall be refunded.
14) This tour requires some walking during sightseeing. Handicap facilities are not up to the North American standard. We ask all passengers to be careful of the small steps in the old shrines and temples.
Meals:
Visa:
India REQUIRES A VISA FOR USA & CANADA PASSPORT HOLDERS.
* UTOvaction"s India E-visa Service Option (Multiple entry, 30 days stay): U$189/person
【 Please Click Here To Read The detailed information and requirements for India Visa 】
This trip requires a Chinese Visa for USA & Canada passport holders.
* UTOvaction"s China Visa Service Options:
1: Group visa ( Single entry valid for 1 month from the date issue. At Least 2 People Travel Together. For less than 79 years old ): $398pp
2: Individual visa ( Multiple entries valid for up to 10 years ): $484pp
* If you have selected the visa application service in your booking, we will contact you 60-90 days prior to trip departure for your application.
* A final trip confirmation will be sent to the main contact passenger via email one month prior to departure that includes a day-by-day itinerary, hotel information, and flight information.
* If acquiring a visa on your own, the supporting documents will be provided from UTOvacation one month prior to the trip departure date. Supporting documents requested early are subject to a $100pp administration fee.
*International Travellers having Pakistani Passport or Pakistani origin may please apply for regular Visa at Indian Mission.
Visit the "IATA Travel Centre" for detailed information on country-specific passport, visa and health requirements:
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/passport-visa-health-travel-document-requirements.htm
Please call 1-855-526-1286 or email [email protected] for any inquiry about travel visa.
More about Travel Documents
*It is your responsibility to ensure that you- and any child travelling with you- have all the valid travel documents necessary to enter in, exit from or transit through, each country/region on your itinerary. Note that the documents required for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required for the return.
*Your passport should be valid for six months beyond your date of return. Passport must be in good condition: passport damaged beyond normal wear and tear will not be accepted.
*Consult with the appropriate embassy, high commission or consulate about the travel document requirement for any country that you plan to enter in, exit from or transit through.
*Some country no longer issue paper visas but rather electronic visas. E-Visa holders must present the printed e-Visa and valid passport at the checkpoint.
*International travel with infants and children may be required to show documentary evidence of your relationship and a Letter Consent or permission for the child’s travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.
*Americans holding dual citizenship must travel to the United States with a valid U.S. passport. American permanent residents returning to the United States from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
*Canadians holding dual citizenship must travel to Canada with a valid Canadian passport. Canadian permanent residents returning Canada from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid Canadian Permanent Resident Card (PR Card).
India, also known as the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country, and the most populous democracy in the world.
U.S. citizens /Canadians travelling to India need a visa.
U.S. citizens /Canadians need more than just a passport to be granted entry into India. A travel visa must be obtained prior to your arrival, accompanied by a passport that’s valid for a further 180 days. The good news is, applying for an Indian travel visa is fairly easy (it can be done online), and visas can be granted within a matter of days.
IMPORTANT: Passengers who are not U.S. citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required.
There are several things to know before you go:
Hotel Preferred Bedding Configuration
- Twin Room (two separate beds)
- Double Room (one bed)
*Requests are not guaranteed and are subject to each hotel's discretion and availability.
Climate & Clothing
India has three seasons. November through March is generally pleasant, with warm, sunny days. It is hot in May and June. Monsoon season usually begins around June on the west coast and slightly later elsewhere. Southern India receives rainfall between mid-October and December.
The casual outdoor clothes are highly recommended. A pair of comfortable walking shoes. Socks, pants, and underwear. Bring clothes according to in which season you are traveling.
India Average Temperatures: https://www.currentresults.com/Weather/India/average-annual-temperatures.php
High °F | Low °F | Place | State | High °C | Low °C |
91 | 67 | Agra | Uttar Pradesh | 33 | 19 |
88 | 66 | New Delhi | Delhi | 31 | 19 |
90 | 67 | Jaipur | Rajasthan | 32 | 19 |
China is an exciting and thrilling tourist destination. There are a few key things you need to keep in mind when traveling in China.
Before Packing
Check the weather of your destination a week before your trip and get a sense of the clothes you'll need to pack. Determine the purpose of your trip and decide what to pack. Make a packing list and mark the number according to the importance. Leave keys, your contact information and a copy of your travel itinerary to family or friends.
China Picking List
We suggest travelers pack as light as possible. Pack smart ! Leave more space to make your tour comfortable and pleasant.
Essential Items
Passport, Visa, Insurance Policy and other necessary travel documents. Air, cruise or train tickets. A guide book or phrasebook with English. Map of places you are going to visit. Emergency card with your detailed contact information including full name, address, phone number. Credit card, Traveler's checks, and cash. First-aid kit. Your medical record and medicines like vitamins, Pepto Bismol and Imodium chew-able. Toiletries. Alarm clock or watch with an alarm. Pocket tissues. As most public bathrooms in China do not offer toilet paper, and you'll be glad that you have some when you need it.
Clothing/\Weather
The casual outdoor clothes are highly recommended. A pair of comfortable walking shoes. Socks, pants, and underwear. An umbrella and waterproof. Laundry bag. Bring clothes according to what season you are traveling.If you are going to board the Yangtze River Cruise on your trip, make sure to bring along one or two sets of smart causal dress for evening banquets.
Spring (Mar - May): Western suites, sports coats, jackets, sweater, long sleeve shirts. Summer (Jun - Aug): T-shirts, short sleeve shirts, skirts, sandals, caps, rain wear. Autumn (Sep - Nov): Western suits, jackets, sports coats, light woolen sweaters, rain wear. Winter (Dec - Feb): Down garment, overcoat, thick woolen sweaters, lined coats, cap, gloves and cotton-padded shoes.
Other Items/Electricity
Camera and batteries. Camcorder. Mobile phone. Chargers of your cell phone, digital camera, etc. The electricity used in China is 220 volt AC. Wash rooms in many middle and high-class hotels are equipped with transformer plugs for electric shavers and hair dryers. For safety purpose, preparing an adapter is a much better idea.
Currency Exchange
China's legal currency is Renminbi, shortened as CNY. Also known as Chinese Yuan. When you purchase small items such as bottle water, snacks, small souvenir, use cash is more convenient. We recommend you exchange Chinese cash at the front desk in the hotels you stay. 300 -500 CAD or USD /person is enough to start off. Airport is usually not a good place for exchanging money as the rate is not the best.
China Packing Tips
Make copies for all your necessary materials and keep the copied items separately from the original one. Store a backup of your information in your email account or on a USB thumb drive. Do not carry too much cash. Do not carry expensive jewelry and watches. Do not keep your credit card and identification card together. Do not pack excessive quantities of drugs as you may have problems at China Customs. Rolling your clothes together instead of folding them one by one to save space. Put the items you regularly use at the top of your carry on. Leave some room in your bags for gifts and souvenirs. Always put the valuables in the hotel safe and clear your safe when checking out.
Travel Safety & Security
China is relatively a safe country to travel around compared with some other countries.
Hotel Preferred Bedding Configuration
- Twin Room (two separate beds)
- Double Room (one bed)
*Requests are not guaranteed and are subject to each hotel's discretion and availability.
During The Tour
Never drink the tap water in the hotels. Never let the stranger come into your room. If someone is knocking at your door, never open the door until his identity is verified. If your passport is not needed, never carry it along with you all the time just in case. Keeping a photo copy of your passport is a wise choice. When hanging out in the bustling places like open markets and busy streets, be care of your belongings in case of theft, especially camera, purse, and so on. Avoid traveling alone since you are not familiar with the places. Ask the policemen or seniors for help in case you are lost and they would be of great help for you. Never return back to the hotel too late when you are alone. Always exchange money at the Bank of China or at the hotel counters. Never exchange money in the black market. Get small bills prepared before getting out since street vendors, taxi, restaurants, convenience stores only take RMB cash and major credit cards are widely accepted in big shopping malls.
China Washrooms
In China, most of the toilets are squatting ones. Clean sit-down toilets are commonly available in hotels. If you want to find a bathroom on the street, just look for the sign of "WC" Since paper tissue is rarely provided in a washroom, always carry yours.
What Vaccines Do I Need To Travel In China?
Based on personal medical history and advice from the Public Health Agency of Canada, the following vaccinations are recommended for travel to China:
- Japanese Encephalitis: This virus occurs in almost all Asian countries, including parts of China. Vaccination is recommended for those spending extended periods of time outside and in parts of southern China where irrigation is done through flooding.
- Rabies: Rabies is spread through the saliva or scratch of an infected animal. China has the one of the highest number of reported Rabies cases in the world, and vaccination is recommended for travel.
- Polio: Though the last Polio case was reported in China in 1994, the country borders Afghanistan and Pakistan, two countries where the virus is still an endemic. Ensure your vaccination is up-to-date.
- Hepatitis A: Hepatitis A is spread to humans through contaminated food and water or contact with an infected person. This shot is recommended especially if you plan to sample some of China’s many street food offerings
- Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease commonly spread through sexual intercourse, exchange of body fluids, use of an infected needle, or piercing tools.
Any of travel products or services that you
purchase from UTOvacation contains a contractual agreement between you and
UTOvacation and it represents that you have agreed to UTOvacation Terms and
Conditions. Please make sure that you read carefully before making any
payment.
Reservation
Online Reservations
Step 1. Visit UTOvacation website: www.utovacation.com, login or
Register your account. (Learn how to book online Click Here)
Step 2. Choose your desired departure date and departure city
Step 3. Enter the travellers’ information according to their
passport. Please identify and provide the contact information for the main
passenger. All communication from UTOvacation will be sent to the main
passenger only.
Step 4. Make a deposit online
A Non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required to secure the space.
(Initial deposit: $600.00/pp at
the time of booking. 2nd deposit of $600.00/pp after 2 weeks of booking.) A
full payment of $1200 is required when booking if the package is a special on-sale
product.
Step 5. Finalize the booking.
Final Payment
Balance payment of any regular products or services is due 180 days prior to
departure unless specified. If the full payment is not obtained by the due
date, UTOvacation reserves the right to cancel such reservation and retain the
pre-paid deposit to cover any expenses occurred.
* In addition, some products may require a second deposit before final payment.
Please carefully review your product pages for reference.
Please note: Your timely payment is important to guarantee your seat/cabin and ensure the overall tour package price. Your 2nd deposit and final payment will NOT be charged automatically by UTOvacation and payment reconciliation in time on your side is necessary to confirm your booking.
Full or final payment is due 180 days before tour departure date. Same as the travel documents including but not limited to a valid Passport (or copy), the Risk assumption waiver form with signature shall be collected as well by this date. Any failure to do so might result in trip cancelation, price increase, inflation surcharge or forfeiting your existing fund in your account.
Step 6. Trip Confirmation.
A final trip confirmation by email including day by day itinerary, hotel
information, and flight information will be sent to the main contact passenger
approximately one month before departure.
By booking your tour online with UTOvacation.com you acknowledge and agree to
all three terms and conditions including the Internet Sales & Deposit
Policy and the Sales and Cancellation Policy. You also confirm and agree
that you understand that the deposit is non-refundable.
Offline Reservations
Step 1. Complete the reservation.
Call 1-855-526-1286 to request Booking Form. Fill out all the information on
the Booking Form with an authentic signature and date on the bottom of the
second page. It is the passenger"s responsibility to ensure documentation
accuracy and travel documents validity. You will be liable for the full loss
caused by incorrect information. By the time you full-fill the booking
form, you have agreed to receive correspondence from UTOvacation which might
include newsflash, email blast or any other promotions in the future.
Email/Fax your current and valid Passport Copy with the Booking Form
together to [email protected]/416-251-7778
Step 2. Finalize the booking.
Balance payment of any regular products or services is due 180 days prior to
departure unless specified. If the full payment is not obtained by the due
date, UTOvacation reserves the right to cancel such reservation and retain the
pre-paid deposit to cover any expenses occurred. * In addition, some products
may require a second deposit before final payment. Please carefully review your
product pages for your reference.
Step 3. Trip Confirmation.
A final trip confirmation by email including day by day itinerary, hotel
information, and flight information will be sent to the main contact passenger
one month prior to departure.
Make the reservations. A Non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required
to secure the space. We accept cash, cheque, money order, debit card, credit
card, email transfer, TD transfer. A full payment is required when booking if
the package is a special on-sale product.
By booking your tour offline with UTOvacation.com, you acknowledge and agree to
all three terms and conditions including the Internet Sales & Deposit
Policy and the Sales and Cancellation Policy. You also confirm and agree
that you understand that the deposit is non-refundable.
Travel Visa
The following documents from the passenger are required if travel
visa is applied through UTOvacation’s Visa Center:
*Remarks: If acquiring a visa on your own, the
supporting documents will be provided from UTOvacation One Month prior to the
trip departure date. Supporting documents requested early are subject to a $50
administration fee
Trip Cancellation and Eligible Refunds
Please ensure you have read the Trip Cancellation Policy
in full and have not scrolled past or by-passed this section.
UTOvacation reserves the right to cancel or modify a tour prior to departure
date. An alternative departure date will be offered for no extra charge.
All passenger cancellation or change requests must be confirmed in written form
by email or fax including your reservation number, full name and
date of travel, cancellations will only be accepted in writing.
Any cancellation of issued flight tickets before outbound departure (all the
segments are unused) at the originally issued place would incur a penalty
charge of CAD/USD 350.00 per ticket. No refund will be issued once travel has
begun.
Cancellation terms will be applied based on the date that the written
cancellation is received and based on the following dates prior to
departure.
All reservations, except where specified:
Number of Days Prior to Departure |
Cancellation Penalty
(Per Person) |
180 days or above |
$1200 as penalty |
90 - 179 days |
$1200 + 30% of tour
fare as penalty |
30 - 89 days |
$1200 + 50% of tour
fare as penalty |
0 - 29 days |
100% of the
tour fare as the penalty |
No refund will be available on departure date and/or
after the tour has commenced (Including denied and/or rejected by Immigration
Department or Custom of destination or Cruise port terminal officer).
No refund or reimbursement will be available to passengers who voluntarily
forego meals, cruise, tours and/or accommodations. A surcharge may apply should
there be any additional fees occurred from services refused by the passengers.
i.e. Since air ticket, cruise ticket, transportation, accommodation, and meals
have to be arranged in advance during high season (i.e.Holidays, Special
Events, and other important activities and conventions), no departure date
changed is allowed. No refund will be available on departure date change and/or
booking cancellation.
Any other charges, refunds or rebates caused by the acts of God, Force Majeure,
natural disasters, fire, weather, governmental and local authority"s order,
political change, strikes, war, riots, quarantine, custom regulations, damages
or inquiry caused by accident is beyond the responsibility of UTOvacation and
therefore, you agree to hold UTOvacation harmless and non-liable for any
refunds or compensation outside of the previously defined refund structure.
Furthermore, should the traveller violate any local/provincial or national laws
during their travels, UTOvacation is not responsible or liable. By this signing
the agreement the client agrees to any offer of a voucher, future company
credit, or alternative arrangements as determined by management at that
time.
No refunds will be offered for Travel notices except for complete travel bans
(Canada Travel Advisory Level 4) (USA Travel Advisory Level 4) which have
occurred after the date of booking. Should an outright travel ban be
implemented by the departing or destination country/city, a full travel credit
will be offered. Refunds will not be granted for pre-existing situations
at the destination country at the time of the booking. Please note, should
UTOvacation incur any unexpected costs from its suppliers, these costs would be
subtracted from and balance/travel credit issued to the passenger
Please note, any refunded amount will not include fees associated with Travel
Visa’s which have already been issued or any services that have already been
delivered.
All reschedule tours are consider non-refundable; regular cancellation policy
does not apply.
Optional programs and trip extensions
The pre-paid deposit/tour fare for any of the early bird deals or promotional packages is not refundable.
No Show
This is a sponsored tour and as agreed by the traveller before the purchase. The sponsor requires that all passengers attend all the included activities during the trip. Not meeting this condition will lead to the revocation of the trip’s and traveller’s sponsorship. Each and any no show will incur a penalty of $100 per person, per day. If the traveller does not attend daily activities, payment will be immediately collected for the day missed. This penalty applies no matter the cause (including illness, flight/cruise delays, quarantines, and etc). If passengers do not attend the activities or pay associated penalties for missing scheduled activities, the sponsoring associations will cancel remaining hotels and flights.
Shopping During your Tour
Although we would be happy to assist your shopping needs, UTOvacation would not
be responsible for price, quality, and service of any goods purchased during
the tour.
Price Adjustments
After the booking is confirmed, if the price increased following the imposition
of a surcharge on fuel by the carrier or an increase in the exchange rate,
insofar as the exchange rate applicable before the date on which the services
are provided has increased by more than 5% since the date on which the contract
was entered into; and/or if the increase, without taking into account any
increase in the provincial sales tax or USA Canada"s goods and services tax,
raising taxes, royalties or reauthorized charges by a competent public
authority, is equal to or greater than 7% of the price of services, you may
choose between a full and immediate reimbursement of the services or the
provision of similar services.
Tour Adjustments
UTOvacation retains the right to adjust, modify or reschedule tours if deemed
necessary.
UTOvacation also reserves the right to adjust your tour date or itinerary if it
feels it is in the best interest of its passengers especially in cases that
involve the health and safety. This may include minor adjustments like the
timing of a scheduled tour attraction visit to a complete date
modification.
UTOvacation will do its best to notify you of any such changes before your
departure (Or as soon as possible if you have already departed).
Stipulations. Please note, UTOvacation does its’ best to fulfill its
tour obligations. However, UTOvacation is not liable for scenarios which impact
room availability, tour execution, separate fees or other elements of the tour
that is enforced by third party entities such as local and federal authorities.
Tour Credits
UTOvacation on some occasions may issue Travel Credits as either a reward or because
of trip suspension.
Travel Credits may be used on any UTOvacation product except for Travel Visa’s
or Flight ticket/First-class flight fare upgrades
Please note: Travel credit will be applied should there be any cancellation/refund occurs if the tour/service has been paid by travel credit in the initial transaction.
destination
Travel Seat Arrangements
Seating/Cabin assignment: UTOvacation has no power to control the
seating selection on the aircraft or cabin location on the cruise
(unless where specified). All the spots are arranged by the airline/cruise
line group department or randomly selected by the computer system. Therefore,
UTO vacation cannot help the customers to change, reserve, pre-assign
seats/cabins.
Preferred Seat Upgrade: UTOvacation will not be responsible for any
preferred seat upgrade on aircraft (except for business or first class
seats). Some cruise packages allow the selection of cabins at the time of
booking for an upgraded price; please refer to the product page for
details.
Reservation Adjustments
Changes to an existing reservation by the passenger for whatever the cause,
will incur a $299 per person charge plus any additional supplier fees. This
includes name changes and removal of any services such as optional tours and
transfers.
*Please note that name changes to airline or cruise line reservations are
subject to full cancellation or re-booking. See Airline Name Changes section
for specific regulations.
Replacing a travelling passenger is subject to cancellation penalties and is
not covered by this Reservation Changes policy.
Changes or additional requests after departure are subject to local rates at
the time of amendment and must be paid directly by the passenger to the service
provider. UTOvacation will make its best effort to minimize these costs,
however, all payment will be payable by request of the local service providers.
There are no refunds for unused services.
Travel Insurance
UTOvacation strongly recommends all tour members to purchase travel insurance
at the time of booking. UTOvacation does not directly offer Travel Insurance.
The Travel Insurance recommended by UTOvacation are facilitated and owned by third
party operators. Any Travel Insurance purchased by the passenger is governed by
the third party and UTOvacation is not liable or responsible for said
insurance.
Baggage
Each airline company has its own rules and regulations with the baggage weight,
size, and number. The best way to find out the rules and regulations is to go
visit the airline company official website.
Please note, some destinations baggage is not included in the fair. Refer to
your specific tour product page’s terms & conditions for specific baggage
allowances.
Tour Fare Includes
Please refer to your tour itinerary for the most updated information
Tour Fare Excludes
UTO Assurance
By purchasing
UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program, passengers may rebook/reschedule their
scheduled tour without penalty.
• UTOvacation"s Travel
Assurance Program must be purchased within 14 days of initial booking.
• UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program: reschedule/rebook up to 180 days before
departure $ 99 - $ 399
• UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program: reschedule/rebook up to 120 days before
departure $ 199 - $ 499
• UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program: reschedule/rebook up to 90 days before
departure $ 299 - $ 599
• Please note, upon purchasing UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program, you understand
that this program is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Please note, when UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program is purchased, payments made by the customer will first be applied to the UTOvacation"s Travel Assurance program and then to the remainder of the tour package.
Vaccinations
- Please be advised that the vaccination requirements are subject to change in each country and that it is the responsibility of the traveler and not UTOvacation to check about the requirements before the arrival of your destination.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that all travelers should be up to date with routine vaccinations. Following that, travelers should check that they have been fully vaccinated against measles, rubella, mumps, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), poliomyelitis, and COVID-19 before starting their travel. Non-immunized or incompletely immunized travelers should be offered the routine vaccinations recommended in their national immunization schedules, in addition to those needed for international travel (e.g. yellow fever vaccine).
- The WHO recommends the following vaccinations for travelers to South America: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, and rabies. Some routine vaccinations are also recommended, such as measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap), influenza, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, meningitis, and polio.
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required for some travelers, based on their specific itinerary. It is possible to find further details on the WHO website.
Additional Notes
The extra cost of schedule delay caused by Air Flight cancellation or change
will be undertaken by passengers themselves. The missed itineraries will not be
re-arranged. During the tour or cruise, it will be considered as surrendering
application automatically if you do not attend the pre-arranged tour or check
in the prearranged hotel or cruise.
All the extra cost will be undertaken by the client voluntarily. UTOvacation
reserves the right to abandon any clients if such clients violate the law or
damage the interest of tour groups If a travel visa is denied for any reason
neither it is applied through UTOvacation Visa Service Center or applied on your
own, the tour cancellation policy applies when cancellation of the tour is
requested. UTOvacation holds no responsibilities for any denied Travel Visa
application.
If a child, 18 years old or younger, is travelling abroad with only one
parent/guardian, children MUST carry a notarized consent letter signed by
non-accompanying parent/guardian. If a child, 18 years old or younger is
travelling alone, children MUST carry a notarized consent letter signed by both
parents/guardian. Such a consent letter may be requested by immigration
authorities when entering or leaving from a foreign country or by North
American officials when re-entering into USA or Canada. Failure of presenting
such document may result in the rejection of boarding aircraft or vessel for
the children concerned.
UTOvacation reserves the right to cancel any booking/accommodation/flight
arrangement if the customer fails to pay the compulsory tipping for the entire
trip prior to departure date or the 1st day of arrival to the destination.
(Please note, the tip is an industry-standard and is provided to the tour
guides and bus drivers of the designated tours, to ensure our customers receive
the best and high-quality service during the trip.)
Cruise lines reserve the right to cancel, modify or substitute any scheduled
port of calls and the schedule at any time and for any reason whatsoever
without prior notice due to the navigation authority and water conditions. Any
additional expenses cause by the trip interruption should be paid by the
customers, which includes but not limited to meals, transportation, hotel
accommodations, personal expense, and lost baggage. UTOvacation shall not be
liable for any loss to guests.
For children under 18 who will be occupying a bed, there will be an additional
$100 supplement per child. Please note, this is only applicable China
discounted tours or any trip that includes China discounter tours.
Please note, there is a minimum attendant requirement (10 participants) for optional programs and Pre and Post tour extensions, UTOvacation reserves the right to cancel or modify optional programs and Pre and Post tour extensions prior to departure date.
Safeguarding your payment(s) is our top priority. In order to prevent any rampant fraudulence or deception, we ask our customers to settle payment(s) through your account on UTOvacation official website at www.utovacation.com. Should you choose offline payment submission, Cheque/Money order/Bank draft/Credit card (with credit card authorization form filled out and signed) are accepted and the payee must be UTOvacation. Please be advised that UTOvacation has never been allowing Bank transfer/Email transfer for transactions and Cash is not recommended. If you find something suspicious regarding your payment, please call 1-855.526.1286 before any further actions.
Please note that the airline company provides all flight schedules. UTOvacation would not be held responsible or liable for any heavy layovers or arrival times that may affect your tour schedule. For example, if your flight arrives earlier than expected, your hotel accommodation may not be available for check-in. Likewise, you may arrive later than scheduled and early morning the next day. If you request a better flight schedule, please check out the flight upgrade services we provide.
Important
Passengers are required to settle the final payment and submit valid passport copies/ necessary documents before the deadline or immediately when the suppliers, airlines, hotels will be or are at a stop sale. Please note, after confirming such bookings, any cancellation, tour change, name change or travel credit converting are not allowed.
Dispute Penalty
Please note, if a customer requires cancellation of a product or service, kindly reach out to UTOvcation customer service. If a customer files a dispute/chargeback directly with their bank, the order will be automatically canceled and suspended in your account.
If a customer wishes to reinstate their purchase or credit, they must pay a disputed penalty of $299 per transaction if the total payment amount exceeds $299; 50% of the total invoice amount if the amount is less than $299; all dispute penalties are per transaction. Chargeback fees, transaction fees, administration expenses, marketing/acquisition costs, and operations charges are all part of the disputed penalty. After you have reinstated your order and paid the disputed penalty, you will receive the travel credit. The travel credit can be used to book the same or different tours on our website. You will not be reinstated to your original order, and the amount you paid for that excursion will not be guaranteed.
Remarks:
1) UTOvacation reserves the right to impose relevant fuel/inflation surcharge if Brent Crude Oil Price Index or US/Canada Official CPI has jumped over 4% between your booking date and tour departure date.
2) UTOvacation usually sends out important notifications including but not limited to destination health protocols, travel industry policies, tour updates and safety alerts to our agents/customers by newsletter through email. We are not responsible for trip delay, service cancellation, price increase or any other types of loss caused by unsubscribing from our email list, wrong email address or a lack of checking email box/spam folder/junk folder on a regular basis. If you have not received our newsletter for a long time, make sure your email address is effective/valid and you are on our email list. OR contact us immediately at [email protected] for assistance.
UTOvacation strongly recommends that you purchase travel insurance for any future travel plans.
We have curated two reputable partners one in the USA and one for Canada. Once you have made your trip selection, please select the option of purchasing travel insurance.
For USA patrons, in order to qualify for the “Cancel For Any Reason” Option offered by John Hancock, you will need to purchase your insurance within 14 days of your initial deposit. Other insurance policies may be purchased later.
Please note, the travel insurance that is available for purchase is with our affiliate partners and not a direct product or offering of UTOvacation. For any questions or concerns, please contact the vendor directly.
American Travel Insurance (click for more details)
Canadian Travel Insurance (click for more details)
Highly Recommended
Safe and Secure
Unbeatable Prices
Complete Service