| Itinerary |
| Day 1 |
Fly from Beijing to
Zhengzhou, and then transfer to Luoning.
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| Day 2 |
From Luoning, after
around 20 km of uphill ascent, our efforts are rewarded
with wonderful views. There is another beautiful
off-road section after lunch followed by an undulating
path through lush, green countryside. Then, we head back
into civilization. |
| Day 3 |
First we cross the
Yellow River. We turn onto minor roads ascending
above the river past hundreds of cave dwellings.
Later in the day the road flattens out and we cycle
through several Chinese towns.
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| Day 4 |
We enjoy great views
of the Yellow River as we cycle alongside it for some of
the way. Very soon into the ride we cross the
river over an impressive 1km long bridge. The last
few kilometers are mainly along flat terrain and quiet
roads with trees scattered around before crossing the
Wei-He River into the town of Weinan.
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| Day 5 |
Ride 35km through
local villages before reaching the site of the
Terracotta Warriors. The site includes a 2000 year
old underground vault of some 6000 life-size Terracotta
Warriors. We continue cycling through orchards and
small farming communities and re-group outside of
Xi'an. Then we cycle as a group to the finishing
line at the Southern Gate of the city wall.
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| Day 6 |
Xi'an Tour: The Bell
Tower, Goose Pagodas and the largest mosque in
China. Noon flight to Beijing.
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| Day 7 |
Explore Beijing: The
Forbidden City & Summer Palace. Afterwards we enjoy
a celebratory meal. |
| Day 8 |
Depart
Beijing.
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*** All itineraries may be subject to
change. ***
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