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China describes itself as the Middle Kingdom, poised between Heaven and Earth and bridging the two. Our incredible journey to this ancient and modern land of contrasts
is a journey to an emergent global power on the eve of its hosting the 2008 Olympics. It is an amazing time to experience, explore and attune to its cultural heritage, iconic monuments and potential contribution to our collective destiny.
Our itinerary begins in Beijing, the hub of China’s power and prestige where we will
visit the temples of Heaven and Earth, the vast Forbidden City and the Great Wall -
visible, it is said from the Moon.
We will then fly to the mysterious and mystical land of Tibet to explore its ancient
Buddhist traditions that in this sacred place continue to endure.
We will return to China via one of the most wonderful train journeys on Earth, traveling from the Tibetan plateau to Xian where the empire of China began over two thousand years ago.
It was here where the emperor Q’in who gave his name to China, created his capital
after waging the wars that ultimately united the feudal lords of this huge land under his command.
His tomb, with its life-size attendant army of terracotta warriors is a re-discovered wonder of the ancient world.
Our journey culminates with a visit to the holy mountain of Huashan east of Xian where we will experience one of the most awe-inspiring sights in Nature, a total solar eclipse.
We warmly invite you to be our fellow traveler on this amazing journey of inner and
outer discovery to one of the most incredible areas of cultural and natural wonder in the world.
And each evening we will have time to share our experiences and discoveries as a
group, hosted by Jude.
China & Tibet Itinerary
18th July to 3rd August
Jul 18 Flight leaves London
Jul 19 Arrive in Beijing,
Jul 20 Tour of Tian’anmen Square, Forbid den City, Temple of Heaven,
Summer Palace
Jul 21 Tour of Great Wall, Ming Tombs, Spirit Way
Jul 22 Gu Guanxiangtai (ancient observatory), Lama temple, Hutong tour, shopping, Beijing Duck dinner
Jul 23 Fly to Lhasa.
Jul 24 Potala Palace and kora (pilgrimage route), Drupung Monastery
Jul 25 Yamdrok lake.
Jul 26 Gandan monastery.
Jul 27 Jokang Monastery and Barkhor area, bazaar and shopping
Jul 28 Morning train to Xian.
Jul 29 Arrive Xian in evening, go to hotel
Jul 30 Terracotta Army, tomb of Qin Shi Huang, Banpo Museum
Jul 31 Mao Ling tombs, Quian Ling tombs, Famen Si temple
Aug1 Huashan mountain and witness solar eclipse
Aug 2 Drive back to Xian.
Relax the rest of the day in Xian
Aug 3 Fly from Xian to Beijing and transfer to airport for return flight home
Registration Form
China & Tibet 2008 (UK)
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There is a single room supplement of £380
I enclose a deposit of £400 for China / Tibet
I understand that a 2nd payment of £1292 is due
no later than 1st February 2008
I understand that a 3rd payment of £1293 is due
no later than 1st March 2008
The Tour price of £2,985.00 includes
*Pre tour welcome and attunement evening (UK only)
* International flight from London to Beijing
* All internal flights
* All ground transportation in China & Tibet
* All Breakfasts, light lunches & dinners
* Deluxe 4 * accommodation (dbl occupancy)
* Entrance to all sacred sites
* Knowledgeable English speaking guides
* Daily teaching, attunements and sharing hosted by Dr Jude Currivan
What is not Included
* Refreshments
* Personal Items
* Individual sessions with Jude.
* Visas and travel insurance (We can obtain a group Visa for you at a cost of £35 * Tips
Please contact us for price details from the US and other countries.
Payments to be made by cheque or bank transfer. Please make all cheque’s payable to MNHC and include the deposit with the initial booking.
Cancellations: are subject to a £380
fee. Cancellations 60 days prior to departure are subject to a non-refund of half the tour price; cancellation 21 days or less prior to departure date are non-refundable. We encourage you to purchase a commercial travel policy that includes trip cancellation insurance.
This is a popular tour and is on a first come, first served basis. A monthly
payment plan can be set up to help spread the costs of this once in a lifetime trip.
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