Incredible China & Thailand 15 Days - Land Only


Beijing * Suzhou * Wuxi * Hangzhou * Shanghai * Bangkok * Pattaya

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  • Tour Code: USCT15-LO
  • Theme: Explorer Tours & Trips
  • Days: 15 Day(s)
  • Departing From: Land Only New York (all airports) Los Angeles San Francisco San Jose Seattle Boston Chicago
  • Destination: Shanghai SuZhou WuXi Beijing Hangzhou
  • Highlights:

    Each new booking comes with the complimentary UTO Worry-Free Plan

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    * 8 Nights in China and discover 5  UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

    ☆ Great Wall
    ☆ Forbidden City
    ☆ Grand Canal
    ☆ Suzhou Classical Garden
    ☆ Hangzhou West Lake
    * 5 Nights In Thailand
    ☆ Absorb the bustle and beauty of Bangkok with its gold-leafed shrines, temples, and markets.
    ☆ Vibrant Pattaya on the Gulf of Thailand, with time to relax on its glittering beaches.
    ☆ Hotel upgrade and trip extensions available.
    ☆ Enjoy the spectacular Alcazar show.
    ☆ Explore the beautiful white beach of Coral Island.
    ☆ Phuket Extension Available.



  • Service Language: English
  • Better to Book Before: 180 Day(s)
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OVERVIEW

ALL PRICES ARE IN USD

DEPOSIT POLICY:

1) Initial deposit:  USD 99.00/pp at the time of booking.

2) Final Payment: 180 days prior to the trip departure.

Optional And Extension Programs:

 Since the seats are limited, We recommend you to choose those optional and extension programs with your booking together.

No Extra Deposit Payment.

Group Size:

 10 - 40 Each Departure Date.


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ITINERARY

Day 1: Beijing

After breakfast, explore the【Juyongguan Great Wall】, one of the seven greatest man-made wonders of the world and definitely the focal point of China. You will hike along the Great Wall. On the way there, visit Jade Store first. In Chinese, jade is pronounced as ‘Yu’, and it has a history in China of at least four thousand years. After that visit 【Chinese Herbal Institute】 to learn about traditional Chinese medicine which has existed for thousands of years.

(Recommended Options US$45):

Evening large scale dramatic musical performance 【Golden Mask Dynasty Show】.

Day 2: Beijing - Shanghai - Suzhou

Take the early flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).

【If you are planning to purchase the air ticket on your own, please arrange for your flight to arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) before 11:00 am (Airport code is SHA ,not PVG).】

After arrival, transfer to Suzhou, This city, which dates back to 514 BC, is sometimes called the "Venice of the East". Visit【Lanli Garden】where you could treasure the exotic silk embroidery history. Visit the 【Garden of Master of the Nets】the smallest yet the most delicate landscape garden in Suzhou.

Note: A 2-hour flight is available for purchase on your own or you can purchase via UTOvacation at least 180 days in advance of your trip)

Note: A discounted Flight ticket bundle【】 includes all the International and domestic flights for this itinerary is available via UTOvacation. You are required to book at least 180 days in advance of your trip. 

Or you can also secure a flight with those credit card points you’ve been meaning to redeem.

Day 3: Suzhou - Wuxi

Today you will visit the Silk Spinning Factory and enjoy the Silk-making demonstration. Transfer to Wuxi. Wuxi is 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”. Visit the famous 【Nanchang Street】.

(Recommended Options US$30):

Boat ride on the 【Grand Canal 】with walk around the local market.

Day 4: Wuxi - Hangzhou

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. Transfer to Hangzhou. Hangzhou, one of the six ancient capital cities, is the hometown for green tea. Visit【West Lake】- the most famous attraction in Hangzhou. West Lake was man-made and created after the Chinese love for garden-style parks for recreation. Visit【Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond】.

(Recommended Options US$30):

Boat ride on the 【West Lake】 the most renowned feature of Hangzhou noted for its scenic beauty which blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites.

Day 5: Hangzhou - Shanghai

The morning starts from an educational stop for a taste of Dragon Well Tea at the Longjing Green Tea village. Later drive back to Shanghai, the largest city by population in China. 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 US$45):

Take a 【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. 

Day 6: Shanghai

Free at leisure for last-minute souvenir shopping or just relaxing at your hotel. Or you may choose an optional day tour of Shanghai highlights.

(Recommended Options US$45):

【Shanghai maglev train 】is the fastest train in the world with an 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. Shop till you drop at knock-off market for your last minute shopping before exploring the famous【Xintiandi】, a stylish pedestrian street composed of Shikumen architecture and modern complex. 

(Recommended Options US$45):

【Shanghai Acrobatics Show】.

Day 7: Shanghai - Bangkok

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok(International Airfare NOT provided with this package).

Welcome to Thailand! Known as the City of Angels, Bangkok is the capital city and the focal point of Thailand. Upon arrival, find your own transportation to your hotel. The remainder of the evening is to rest and relax.

Note: A 4-hour flight is available for purchase on your own or you can purchase via UTOvacation at least 180 days in advance of your trip)

Note: A discounted Flight ticket bundle【】 includes all the International and domestic flights for this itinerary is available via UTOvacation. You are required to book at least 180 days in advance of your trip. 

Or you can also secure a flight with those credit card points you’ve been meaning to redeem..



Day 8: Bangkok

Bangkok’s history dates back to the 15th century where its strategic location at the west bank of the mouth of the Chao Phraya River made it an important customs and trading outpost during the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Today it is a major city with a population of over 8 million. On the first day of Bangkok, you shall embark on the morning excursion to explore this forever vibrant city of Asia. Discover the amazing Golden Buddha statue at Wat Traimit in Chinatown that was almost forgotten for a few hundred years if not for an accident that chipped off its stucco shell to reveal its golden self. Weighing a staggering five-and-a-half ton, the gold seated Buddha was plastered over and disguised to hide it from invading the Burmese army that ransacked the old kingdom. Then proceed to visit Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram – a Buddhist temple in the Dusit District of Bangkok that typifies Bangkok"s ornate style of high gables, stepped-out roofs, and elaborate finials. Also known as the marble temple, it is built in 1899 at the request of King Chulalongkorn and is one of Bangkok"s best-known temples and a major tourist attraction. Designed by the half-brother of the king, it is built of Italian marble with displays of Carrara marble pillars, a marble courtyard, and two large marble lions guarding the entrance. The interiors are decorated with crossbeams of lacquer and gold, and in shallow niches in the walls of paintings of important stupas all over the country. The cloister around the assembly hall houses 52 images of Buddha. The afternoon is at your own leisure, or join the optional tour to explore more of Bangkok.

Optional Program: Landmarks of Bangkok Tour: USD 49 per person (Minimum To 10 PP)

Participate in this exhilarating tour visiting the Grand Palace in Bangkok that was constructed in 1782 by the founder of the Chakri Dynasty, King Rama I. The palace complex of many buildings had been the residences of many Kings of Thailand until the abolition of absolute monarchy in 1932. The Grand Palace is currently partially open to the public as a museum, but it remains a working palace, with several royal offices still situated inside. View the royal chapel that is situated within the walls of the palace more popularly known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaew. It houses a figurine of the meditating Buddha seated in a yogic posture, made of semi-precious green stone, clothed in gold, and about inches tall that is considered the palladium of the Kingdom of Thailand. Then take a ride in a motorboat along the Chao Phraya River to take in the famous landmarks visible along the banks of this famous waterway of Bangkok.

Day 9: Bangkok - Pattaya

Today, there will be an eye-opening treat to visit the famous Gems Gallery to take in all you need to know about gemology. The Gems Gallery is situated in four major cities in Thailand. And Gems Gallery has more than two decades of experience with jewelry and gems and draws on the accumulated knowledge of Man"s more than 4,000 years of relationship with precious stones. Next, take the approximately two-hour ride on the air-conditioned vehicle to Pattaya – a coastal resort city next to the Gulf of Thailand. Upon arrival and check-in, enjoy at your own leisure at the beach, rest in the hotel or explore this beach city on your own.

Optional Program: Alcazar Cabaret Show and Dinner: $59 per person (Minimum To 10 PP)

The Alcazar Cabaret Pattaya is recognized internationally throughout the entertainment circuit. Alcazar is more than just a drag queen show and in the early days was not accepted. After years of evolvement and development of new technology, the Alcazar Show is world acclaimed. It has successfully blended the art of acting, stage design, costumes, and performance so well that all ages can enjoy the spectacular show. The Alcazar show is a must-see for visitors locals or foreigners.

Day 10: Pattaya

Free day at your leisure to relax on the sands or by the pool.

Optional Program: Coral Island Tour with Seafood Lunch: $69 per person (Minimum To 10 PP)

One of a glorious archipelago of islands off Pattaya, Coral Island (Koh Larn), is a 4-square-kilometer chunk of perfection, famous for its white-sand bays, verdant interior, and translucent seas — the latter home to wonderful outlying stretches of coral reefs.  The island boasts three main beaches — Ta Waen, Thong Lang, and Samae Beach — each a crescent of pure sands lapped by blue waters and dotted with restaurants, food stands, sunlounger hire outlets, and watersports vendors.

Leave the beaches of Pattaya and head into the sparkling Gulf of Thailand to visit the idyllic beaches of Coral Island on this 5.5-hour tour. An enjoyable 45-minute speedboat rides from Pattaya, framed by white beaches and inviting turquoise waters straight from a tropical brochure. On arrival, sink your toes into the talcum-powder sands and enjoy several hours of free time to relax or explore as you wish. Swim over the coral beds in the glass-clear shallows, top up your tan on the beach or explore the lush wooded hills. Wrap up your visit with a mouth-watering seafood lunch at a simple beachside restaurant before cruising back to Pattaya and a return hotel transfer.

Day 11: Pattaya - Bangkok

In the morning, you will board the transportation to leave for Bangkok. Along the way, visit the hilltop of Khao Phra Tamnak (Khao Phra Bat) on the south of Pattaya Beach, where one can see the panoramic view of Pattaya City and Pattaya Bay. Then stop at Thai-Silk Center - the best place to shop Thai silk and handicrafts. Driver back to Bangkok in the afternoon. Spend the evening as you wish or join our optional tour (extra cost) to Asiatique Riverfront Night Market and enjoy a classic Thai dinner and dance show “Siam Niramit” at the Grand Theatre.

Optional Program: Asiatique Night Market and Siam Niramit Show with Dinner at $69 per person (Minimum To 10 PP)

Asiatique The Riverfront is an expansive open-air mall with river views and a cutting-edge "festival market and living museum" concept. It"s a fairly new night market located in the heart of Bangkok City. Also, a great meeting place where local and foreign families can come together to revel in an energetic environment. Siam Niramit Show at the Grand Theatre with Dinner- Savor a delicious buffet dinner as you sit back and enjoy the performance. 700 years of history unfold before your eyes as the actors demonstrate pivotal moments in Thailand"s history, reenact cultural festivals, and reveal ancient customs

Day 12: Bangkok - USA

After Breakfast, make your own transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Note: *Depending on the air availability, flight back to USA/Canada may depart (00:00 am-03: 00 am) on the next day.

For your final day, you may explore the city at your own convenience and transfer to Phuket airport in the evening. The hotel checks out before noon. (Late check-outs are available for purchase if you wish to relax and enjoy your hotel room).

Note: A discounted Flight ticket bundle【】 includes all the International and domestic flights for this itinerary is available via UTOvacation. You are required to book at least 180 days in advance of your trip. 

Or you can also secure a flight with those credit card points you’ve been meaning to redeem.


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Included:

1) Ground transportation between the cities ( BY BUS )

2) Hand-picked 4-star hotel accommodations

3) Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda

4) 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 lunch or dinner time, your meal will be served on board by the airline.

5) Special cultural programs as specified in the schedule

6) Professional English-speaking local tour expert

7) All tax and fuel surcharge

8) UTOvacation’s Worry Free Plan ? (Click Here for More Details)

Excluded:

1) China visa fee

2) Travel insurance

3) Any personal expenses

4) Tour Extensions and Optional programs:

5) Single Supplement: USD 699 (*Our tour price is based on double occupancy and if a single passenger is traveling solo and not sharing room with any roommate for the entire trip, a single supplement fee is charged. If a passenger shares a room with travel partner(s) on the tour, such fee is waived.)

6) 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.

7) All International and domestic flights.

Note: A discounted Flight ticket bundle【】 includes all the International and domestic flights for this itinerary is available via UTOvacation. You are required to book at least 180 days in advance of your trip. 

Or you can also secure a flight with those credit card points you’ve been meaning to redeem.

8) A Mandatory Service Charges & Tipping of USD$345/person is required and payable by Credit Card Before Departure.

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.

Optional Features

FLIGHT OPTION:

 : If you need us to help purchase your flight ticket, our ticketing department will start searching for discounted deals on the market based on your departure date and city upon receiving your request. Once we find the best quote available, we will contact you right away(180 days before your trip). Where to submit your request for the flight during your booking process? Click here 


HOTEL UPGRADE

☆ 5-star hotel upgrade for the entire trip:

     Price: U$699/Person

     (Early bird price U$499/person)


MEAL PLAN:

☆ Bountiful Buffet Breakfast Package:

     Price: U$199/Person

     (Early bird price U$149/person)

☆ Bite & Sip Package: Coming Soon!


Optional Programs  Click Here To View More Information 

* Select your optional packages while you are in China & Thailand and pay to the local tour guide.

Day 3 Beijing "Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City with lunch" ($75)

Day 3 Beijing "Summer Palace", "Bird Nest & Water Cube"(Exterior) ($55)

Day 4 Beijing "The Golden Mask Dynasty Show"($45)  

Day 6 Suzhou "Boat ride on the Grand Canal"($30)  

Day 7 Hangzhou "Boat ride on the West Lake"($30)

Day 8 Shanghai "Huangpu River Night Cruise" ($45)  

Day 9 Shanghai "Shanghai maglev train and knock-off market."($45)  

Day 9 Shanghai" Shanghai Acrobatics Show"($45)

Day 11: Bangkok Landmark Tour with Boat Ride: USD 49 per person

Day 12: Alcazar Cabaret show & Dinner: US$59 per person

Day 13: Coral Island Tour with Seafood Lunch: US$69 per person

Day 14: Asiatique Night Market & Siam Niramit Show with Dinner: US$69 per person

Tour Extensions:

1) Xi"an Terra Cotta Warriors 3Days  2Nights Package ( Pre-Tour )Click Here To View More Information 

                 Price: USD 799.00

                 Single Supplement: USD 400.00

                 Gratuity: $60

                 Included:

                 *All China domestic flights and ground transportation

                 *Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda,

                 *Food as specified on itinerary 

                 *Guided Sightseeing Luxury Tour 

                 *Ground transportation

                 * 4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

                 *Special cultural programs as listed in different cities as specified in the schedule

                 *Professional English speaking local tour expert

2) Yangtze River Cruise 6Days 5Nights Package ( Pre-Tour ): Click here to view itinerary

                  Price: USD 999.00

                  Single Supplement#1: USD 550.00(For the solo traveler of the entire trip)

                  Single Supplement#2: USD 500.00(For the party of three travelers, all of you will share a triple room on land hotels and for the cruise portion, two cabins will be provided as there is no triple cabin on the cruise)

                     Gratuity: $90

                  Included:

                  *5-Star Yangtze River Cruise 

                  *All China domestic flights and ground transportation

                  *Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda

                  *Food as specifying on itinerary 

                  *Guided Sightseeing Luxury Tour 

                  *Ground transportation 

                  * 4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

                  *Special cultural programs as listed in different cities as specified in the schedule

                  *Professional English speaking local tour expert

3) Chiang Mai 5 Days 4 Nights Tour (Pick up and drop off service not included) ( Post-Tour ): Click here to view itinerary

                 Price: USD 899.00

                 Single Supplement: USD 350.00

                 Included:

                 *All Thailand domestic flights and ground transportation 

                 *Food as specified on the itinerary 

                 *Guided Sightseeing Luxury Tour 

                 *Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the agenda 

                 *Hand-picked 4 star hotel accommodations with daily ABF 

                 *Special cultural programs as listed in different cities as specified in the schedule 

                 *Professional English speaking local tour expert

Stay Like A Local-Extensions:

1) Shanghai 3 Nights Hotel Extension( Pre-Tour )

                 Price: USD 399.00

                 Single Supplement: USD 200.00

                 Included:

                 * 4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

                 *Airport drop off service 

2) Shanghai 5 Nights Hotel Extension( Pre-Tour )

                 Price: USD 599.00

                 Single Supplement: USD 300.00

                 Included:

                 * 4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

                 *Airport drop off service

3) Beijing 3 Nights Hotel Extension( Pre-Tour )

                 Price: USD 399.00

                 Single Supplement: USD 200.00

                 Included:

                 *4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

                 *Airport drop off service

4) Beijing 5 Nights Hotel Extension( Pre-Tour )

                 Price: USD 599.00

                 Single Supplement: USD 300.00

                 Included:

                 *4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

                 *Airport drop off service

5) Phuket 3 NIGHTS Hotel extension (airport drop off not included) ( Post-Tour )

                 Price: USD 599.00 【 Early Bird Price: USD 399 】 

                 Single Supplement: USD 300.00

                 Included:

                 *Domestic flight from Bangkok to Phuket

                 *4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

5) Phuket 6 NIGHTS Hotel extension (airport drop off not included) ( Post-Tour )

                 Price: USD 799.00 【 Early Bird Price: USD 599 】 

                 Single Supplement: USD 500.00

                 Included:

                 *Domestic flight from Bangkok to Phuket

                 *4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

7) Bangkok 3 Nights Extension (Pick up and drop off service not included) ( Post-Tour )

                 Price: USD 499.00【 Early Bird Price: USD 299 】 

                 Single Supplement: USD 300.00

                 Included:

                 *4-star hotel accommodations with daily ABF

Visa

This trip requires a Chinese Visa for USA & CANADA passport holders.

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


* UTOvaction"s China Visa Service Options:

【 Please Click Here To Read The detailed information and requirements for the following options before you book! 】

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.

All information and requirements in regard to visa applications are available on the Chinese Consulate"s website. Applicants are required to bring their visa application along with all supporting documents. Please contact your local Chinese Embassy/Consulate directly if you apply for a Chinese visa on your own.

Please call 1-855-526-1286 or email [email protected] for any inquiries.

 

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).

Hotels & Flights

4-Star Hotels:

(Based on ratings by booking.com / TripAdvisor / Expedia)

Beijing: Holiday Inn Beijing Shijingshan Parkview / similar

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

Bangkok 3 nights: The Royal River Hotel / Mandarin Hotel Bangkok / Grand China Hotel Bangkok / MetroPoint Bangkok / Montien Riverside Hotel Bangkok or Similar

Pattaya 2 nights: Cholchan Pattaya Beach Resort or Similar


5-Star Hotel UpgradeEarly Bird Price: $499

(Based on ratings by booking.com / TripAdvisor / Expedia)

Beijing: Chunhuiyuan Hot Spring Holiday Resort / similar

Shanghai: Auto City Ruili Hotel or similar

Suzhou: Grand Metropark Hotel Suzhou or similar

Wuxi: Wuxi Grand Gloria Hotel or similar

Hangzhou: New Century Grand Hotel Hangzhou or similar

Bangkok 3 nights: Pullman Bangkok King Power / Pullman Bangkok Hotel G  or similar

Pattaya 2 nights: Pullman Pattaya Hotel G / Mytt Beach Hotel Pattaya or similar


International Air:

*UTOvacation reserve the right to confirm the airlines, sample as below:

☆ United Airline:

☆ American Airline:

☆ Delta Airline:

☆ 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: