China Trip 2012

Experience the oldest martial arts in world, in their birth place: China.

• Learn real Shaolin kung fu, Tai chi, Qi Gong, Chinese kick boxing (San Shou), Ch'an Buddhism and many more...
• Be prepared for a training experience like no other.

Explore the history and vast diversity of Chinese culture:

• See phenomenal sights and experience the adventure of China's ancient mystery's: Shaolin Temple, Terracotta Warriors, Longmen Caves, Great Wall of China and many more...




• Date: 30/07/2012 - 14/08/2012

• Tour price (per person)

• Adult: £1199

• Kid: £970 (5yrs – 14yrs)

• Unbeatable price – you won't find it anywhere else!

• This price excludes international airfares.

• Airfares are optional if you'd like us to book them on your behalf.

TOUR DETAILS

TOUR MAP

• Date: 30th July 2012 – 14th August 2012
• Total of days: 16 days
• Total of nights: 14 nights
• Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture: 7 days
• Tour: 9 days
• Hotel rating: 3 – 4 star
• Visa: Required

• Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture - North Shaolin Temple

• Stunning North Shaolin Temple scenery
• Learn North Shaolin Temple's History and meet genuine Shaolin Monks
• Watch a spectacular Shaolin Kung fu show
• Indoor training hall and facilities and outdoor training areas
• Ch'an Buddhist and meditation room

• Luoyang

• Longmen Caves

• Xi'an

• City wall
• Terracotta warriors

• Zhengzhou & Denfeng

• Shaolin Temple
• Real Shaolin Kung fu show

• Beijing

• Tiananmen Square
• Forbidden City
• Silk markets
• Hutong area
• Wangfujing Street
• Great Wall of China
• Shaolin Kung fu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, San Da, Buddhism Ch'an and Meditation Training
• Tea Culture
• Chinese Calligraphy
• Chinese Language

Day

Meal plan code: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

1

London – Beijing (July 30th)

Depart from London, United Kingdom [LHR] to Beijing (Beijing Capital Airport, Beijing, China [PEK])

Please note: everyone must arrive at Beijing Capital Airport.

Meals: In-flight

2

Beijing – Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (July 31st)

Arrival. Welcome to Beijing! We will meet at Beijing Capital Airport. From there we will be transferred by couch to the Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture – North Shaolin Temple.

Upon arrival you will be shown to your room in the training centre and you will also receive a Beijing International Shaolin Culture uniform.

Afterwards, you will have free time to rest and settle in. A spectacular welcome dinner will be held in the evening by the Head of the Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture.

Meals: LD

3

Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (August 1st)

This is the opportunity to sample training in real Shaolin Kung fu disciplines. Feel connected to the ancient teachings as you train in indoor state-of-the-art facilities and natural outdoor venues. Improve your skills and refine your discipline as you train in an extraordinary setting.

The Headmaster will meet everybody in the early morning to discuss the training programme during that week. Afterwards your real Shaolin Kung fu, Tai chi, Qi Gong, San Da, Buddhism and Meditation training will begin with your instructor.

Meals: BLD

4

Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (August 2nd)

Training from 5.30am – 9.00pm. Make sure that you have lots of water when you are training.

Meals: BLD

5

Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (August 3rd)

Training from 5.30am – 9.00pm.

Meals: BLD

6

Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (August 4th)

Training from 5.30am – 9.00pm.

Meals: BLD

7

Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (August 5th)

Training from 5.30am – 9.00pm.

Meals: BLD

8

Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture (August 6th)

Training from 5.30am – 9.00pm.

Meals: BLD

9

Beijing – Luoyang (August 7th)

This is the last day of your training programme, the Headmaster of the Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture, Chen Defeng, will check your progress and the skills which you have achieved during your training. You will also receive a certificate to commemorate your training in the Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture. Followed up by an exciting celebration meal in the early evening.

Afterward we will travel on a luxury sleep coach to Luoyang city.

Meals: BLD

10

Luoyang (August 8th)

Early morning arrival in Luoyang city. You will be transferred to your hotel with time for breakfast and a chance to freshen up before starting a full day's tour of the Longmen Caves.

These 1300 caves are adorned with 100,000 statues and images of the Buddha and his disciples, carved during the Northern Wei Dynasty in the 6th Century. This Buddhist site is a true marvel, harmonizing the natural landscape with man-made expression.

After a full day's touring, we will enjoy a succulent dinner and an overnight hotel stay in Luoyang city.

Meals: BLD

11

Xi'an (August 9th)

After breakfast, we will travel to Xi'an city by a luxury coach. As you travel, you can watch TV, listen to music and relax in quality comfort.
In the afternoon, we will visit Xi'an's impressive medieval City Walls. The City Walls, which date back to the Ming Dynasty, are remains of the old Capital's defences.

Later that evening will include free time for you to explore the city and perhaps taste the variety of Xi'ans food district. Day 11 will include an overnight stay in a four-star hotel in Xi'an city.

Meals: BLD

12

Xi'an – Dengfeng City (Zhengzhou) (August 10th)

Todays highlights include the Terracotta Warriors, one of the world's most mysterious wonders. We will explore the underground palace of Emperor Qinshihuang, the Archaeological Museum of 6,000 life-size Terracotta Warriors, who were the after-life protectors of the first emperor who united China (221BC-206BC).

After we have visited the Terracotta Warriors, we will be transferred by luxury coach to Dengfeng city, which is home to the world famous birth place of martial arts: the Shaolin Temple. Upon arrival in Dengfeng city, we will check into a 4 star hotel for an evening of leisure time.

Meals: BLD

13

Dengfeng City – Beijing (August 11th)

Today we will visit the Shaolin Temple - shrouded in legend and mystery. The most famous temple in China, not only because of its long history, its role in shaping Chinese Buddhism but also for its practice of martial arts. You will learn the unique history of this monastery and its Buddhist practices. You can also see the Shaolin Kung fu performance in the Shaolin Temple.

In the evening, we will get an overnight train to Beijing in comfortable soft- sleeper class. Upon arrival we will be transferred to a luxury hotel.

Meals: BLD

14

Beijing (August 12th)

Today includes a stroll through the Tiananmen Square, it is the largest public square in the world. We will explore the incredible Forbidden City, which has the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China. You will feel like you have traveled back in time; a truly unmissable experience.

After the Forbidden City, we will guide you to Beijing's famous Hutong area and Wangfujing Street where you can enjoy free time to shop or visit other sites.

Meals: BLD

15

Beijing (August 13th)

In the morning we will visit the Great Wall of China. Which is one of only few man-made structures that are visible from space. We will walk the formidable Wall and you will earn the title of “Hero of the Great Wall”. Spanning some 6700 kms across deserts and mountains, the Great Wall will be a demanding but ultimately fulfilling expedition, made all the more breathtaking by the stunning views.

On the way back, we will stop at the Olympic Stadium, the 'Birds Nest', for a great photo opportunity.

Afterwards, we will travel back to the hotel for our last night in China.

Meals: BLD

16

Beijing China – London UK (August 14th)

Farewell China. Travel to the Beijing Capital Airport via luxury coach and fly back to London Heathrow.

Meals: B, In-flight LD.

PRICE INCLUDES

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

1. Transfers & Transport
2. 3 – 4 star hotels
3. All meals as stated
4. Entrance fees
5. All accommodation as described
6. English speaking guides
7. Services of a Tour Manager
8. Additional workshops for Chinese tea drinking, tea culture and calligraphy
9. Beijing International Shaolin Culture uniform
10. Programme certificate
11. All Beijing International Shaolin Culture training programme fees

1. International airfare to and from China
2. Hotel upgrades
3. Visa fees (we can help you obtain this upon request if you are a UK resident or a non-UK resident)
4. Travel insurance
5. Personal spending

ACCOMMODATION

MEALS

This tour will typically use 3 – 4 star hotels and the Centre of Beijing International Shaolin Culture or properties of a similar standard if those listed are not available.

All rooms are equipped with a double or twin beds, private bathroom facilities, air conditioning, heating, TV and telephone as standard.

Breakfast at the hotels will typically be a buffet style with Western and Chinese food.

Lunch and dinner will be held at local Chinese restaurants or in the hotels.

Please email the completed form below to:

info@shaolinm.com

j.norgrove@ukshaolintemple.com