7 Days Let’s Go (SDMU7)

NO SHOPPING

Known as “The Living Canal” by World Tourism Organization – TaierZhuang Ancient Town The top of the Five Sacred Mountains – Mt. Taishan Stay in 5* Hilton Golden Beach or similar.

Local Delicacies: Flavor, Qingdao Flavor, Taian Flavor, Dumpling Feast, Qilu Flavor,

Day 01: Singapore / Yantai / Qingdao (L/D) Assemble at Changi International Airport to take an international flight to Yantai. Upon arrival, transfer to Qingdao, visit Zhan Qiao Pier which is the landmark view in Qingdao. The Pier has a semi-circular breakwater at the southern end and two-storey octagon pavilion with Chinese traditional style. Continue to Pichaiyuan Food Street it was a well-known food street and also the place where the folk cultures flourished.

Day 02: Qingdao / Taierzhuang (B/L/D) After breakfast, proceed to Badaguan (Eight Passes) which is a famous villa community. You will not believe that you will see a group of modern villa in the middle of the historic sites. Those western style buildings are built according to the terrain and the mountain. They are over 80 exquisite buildings crossing the eight roads. The red walls, green tiles red flowers and green leaves are brilliant, they form this special scenery. Qingdao Beer Museum, is the first and only unique beer museum build by Tsingtao Beer Brewery. Little Fish Hill which is situated at the southern part of the Pier with a causeway linked to the coast. Next, visit Zhongshan Park.

Day 03: Taierzhuang / Qufu / Yanzhou (B/L/D) After breakfast, proceed to Tai’er Zhuang Ancient Town, to enjoy the night scenery, experience the northern river water village’s conditions and customs as well as ancient town’s pleasing life, feel the Canal’s cultural tour around ancient town to know about the history and battle culture of the town. After lunch, tranfer to Qufu, the Hometown of Confucius. , visit the Temple of Confucian (including Electric cart) and Confucian Mansion. Then continue to Yanzhou, check in hotel.

Day 04: Yanzhou / Taian / (B/L/D) After breakfast, board on coach to Mt. Taishan Scenic Spot (including two ways cable car). Mt. Taishan is known as sacred mountain in , which is located at the central part of Shandong Province and covers an area of 426 square kilometres, the main peak being over 1,500 meters above sea-level. Among China’s 5 sacred mountains, Mt. Taishan is ranked first and is a famous cultural mountain as well as an epitome of the time-honoured history and culture of the Chinese nation. In 1987 Mt. Taishan was included in the list of the world culture and natural heritage by the UNESCO. Next proceed to Jinan, visit Daming Lake New District, in April, you can see the blossom of Begonia flowers, Magnolia flowers, and Winter Jasmine. Hanging around at Furong Street and you can buy local Shandong Products. Check in hotel.

Day 05: Jinan / / (B/L/D) This morning visit Black Tiger Spring. The spring is ranked as the second most significant among the 72 named springs in Jinan The water of spring stems from moderately-deep circulation and emerges from a water-filled limestone cave in a steep cliff. From the mouth of the cave, the water is funnelled to flow out of the mouths of three ornamental stone-carved tiger heads into a square-shaped spring pool. The ancient layout of the spring is described in a poem by the Ming Dynasty. Thereafter, transfer to Zibo, visit Zhoucun Ancient Street, is a national historic and cultural street, famous site for TV and movies filming. It was a very important commercial port in north China during Ming and Qing dynasty. Qingzhou Ancient City, is a rare ancient and famous city in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. A number of old buildings and communities in the city showcase the architectural styles of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Day 06: Weifang / Yantai (B/L/D) This morning, proceed to Yantai. Visit Changyu Wine Culture Museum. Zhang bishi was the founder of the Changyu Company and was a Penang returned overseas Chinese. He set up winery at Yantai in 1892. It is a pioneer winery in modern industry of China. The museum shows the development of the Changyu wine and provides visitors a good place to learn wine knowledge and taste wine. Yantai Mountain Scenic area, is the symbol of Yantai city. Surrounded by the sea, beautiful scenery and mountains, it’s the ideal place to watch sunrise or enjoy the mirage natural taste.

Day 07: Yantai / Singapore (B/L) After breakfast, visit Penglai Pavilion, it is noted as one of the Four Great Towers of China, although it is occasionally not listed due to lacking a famous literary piece associated with it. It is known as the landing place of the Eight Immortals and famous for its occasional mirages. Transfer to airport for the flight back to Singapore.

Compulsory Additional tour (to be paid in China): RMB500/Person (Adult/Child) Qi Dynasty Memorial Museum + Boat Ride on Daming Lake + Qingdao Guest House + Taidong night market

Remarks : 1. In the event of local religious festivals, unforeseen circumstances and/or bad weather conditions, the sequence of the itinerary may be changed or altered. Alternative attractions will be substituted without prior notice and/or at short notice in order to ensure a smoother journey and tour. 2. All bookings will be subjected to terms and conditions as stipulated in this brochure. 3. Admission and entrance ticket will be included when specified. 4. Minimum group size of 10 passengers is required for a confirmed departure. Group size of 9 and below will solely be at the discretion of ASA Holidays and passengers need to accept the arrangement. 5. Tour is conducted in Mandarin. 6. All hotel ratings are based on local standards. In the event that accommodation in the stated hotel is unavailable, it will be replaced by another hotel of similar standards. 7. During major events, accommodation may not be in the city mentioned 8. Room types are based on run of the house and allocated by respective hotels. ASA Holidays will not be responsible for the differences of the room allocated. 9. All flights are subject to change without prior notice 10. In the event of discrepancies between English and Chinese itinerary, please refer to Chinese version. 11. ASA Holidays recommends you to purchase travel insurance for your travel to ensure coverage. 12. Service Fee for China Local Tour Guide and Driver: RMB 25/day/person x 7 days = RMB175.