Santamonica Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd

DAY 1- COCHIN - SINGAPORE - BEIJING

Assemble at Cochin International Airport and meet our tour manager.
Board the flight departing to Singapore.
Arrive Singapore .Connection flight departs to Beijing.
Arrive Beijing.
Complete emigration formalities and meet the local representative in Beijing.
Transfer to Hotel & Check in.
Proceed for Dinner.
Transfer back to hotel & Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 2- BEIJING - GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Breakfast in hotel.
Today morning head to the iconic Great Wall of China, specifically the section located at Juyong Pass. This section is known for its historical significance and breathtaking views. Spend the morning exploring and walking along this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site. Marvel at the ancient engineering marvels and immerse yourself in the rich history that surrounds you.
Visit Jade Factory Outlet: (Mandatory to Al Inter- national Tourists Arriving Mainland China insisted by Chinese Tourism Board). Here, you can learn about the significance of jade in Chinese culture and browse through a wide variety of jade products. It's an opportunity to appreciate the craftsmanship and perhaps even purchase a unique souvenir to remember your trip.
Lunch in restaurant.
Experience the captivating "The Golden Mask Show" in the evening. Thsi visualy stunning performance showcases Chind's rich cultural heritage through music, dance, acrobatics, costumes, and other artistic disciplines. Golden Mask Dynasty Show is a must-see performance in Beijing, which is about valor, honor, romance, and forgiveness. The play takes place in the OCT Theater in Beijing, an iconic building of the city that will give you a story of legends with fairy-tale elements.The show includes dances, songs, and extraordinary music with fantastic lighting and acrobatics in 8 chapters of a play. It has more than 200 performers from China and abroad.
Later see the Bird's Nest Olympic Stadium, (out- side look only) an architectural marvel built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
After dinner transfer nack to hotel.
Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 3- BEIJING - TIANANMEN SQUARE - FORBIDDEN CITY

Breakfast in Hotel.
Proceed to Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world and an iconic symbol of China's history.
Visit the Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, located just north of Tiananmen Square. This imperial palace was once home to Chinese emperors and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Immerse yourself in the grandeur and majesty of ancient Chinese architecture as you wander through its intricate halls and beautiful courtyards.
After lunch, head to The Temple of Heaven, another UNESCO World Heritage site and an architectural masterpiece. This complex of religious buildings was used by emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies to pray for good harvests. Marvel at the stunning architecture and tranquil surroundings as you stroll through the park.
Eveining enjoy the stunning Chaoyang Acrobatic show in Beijing. The show includes everything from bicycling and fire stunts to contortion and lion dancing, making it the most popular acrobatics show in Beijing.
After dinner transfer back to hotel.
Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 4 BEIJING - ZHANGJIAJIE

After breakfast check out from the hotel.
Transfer to Airport for the flight to Zhangjiajie
On arrival in Zhangjiajie meet our local representative.
Lunch in restaurant.
Proceed to Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge Zhangjiajie Glass footpath is a skywalk bridge in Zhangjiajie, Hunan, above the Wulingyuan area. The bridge, built as an attraction for tourists, is glass-bottomed and is transparent.
After dinner transfer to hotel.
Check in & Overnight stay.
Later in the evening transfer to restaurant ford dinner
Return back to hotel.

DAY 5 ZHANGJIAJIE NATIONAL PARK — AVATAR MOUNTAIN

Breakfast in Hotel.
Proceed to visit the Zhangjiajie National Park. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is a national forest park located in Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province, China. It is one of several national parks within the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. The park is comprised of dense forests, deep ravines, deep canyons, unusual peaks, caves, and pillar-like rock formations blanketed throughout the park. These pillar rock formations are what the park is renowned for around the world.
After lunch Explore Yuangjiajie Scenic Area.The Yuanjiajie Scenic Area is located in the northern portion of Shandaogou. This mighty mountain is mainly composed of quartzite. Lush trees and foggy mountains cover this beautiful landscape. The ficitional, floating rocks in the movie "Avatar" were in- spired by the rocks of Yuanjiajie.
Visit the Avatar Hallelujah Mountain Towering vertically up to 3,544 feet, this rock column of covered by lush foliage on its peak and part of the body, with major stone part exposing in the air to let you see its layers of sharp carving by nature. Moreover, the lower part of the mountain is quite narrower than the upper major part, which is rare to see ni the world. To seize the popularity of the movie, the park official changed the name of mountain into "Avatar Hallelujah Mountain" in 2010 to let visitors know the inspiration story of James and help them find the real prototype of that unbelievable mountain in the movie.
Experience the Bailong Elevator in Yuangjiajie The Bailong Elevator also known as Hundred Dragon's Elevator is a glass double-deck elevator built onto the side of a cliff in the Wulingyuan area of Zhangji- ajie, People's Republic of China that is 326 m high. It was recognised by Guinness World Records as the world's tallest outdoor elevator on 16 July 2015 and is purported to be the fastest passenger elevator with the largest loading capacity n Zhangjiajie Forest Park, the "South Sky Pillar" in Yuanjiajie Scenic Area is rightly the prototype of the most famous Avatar floating mountain. Bailong Lift looks like a giant dragon soaring up to sky. It was placed on the list of Guinness World Records for it is the highest and fastest elevator with the maximum loading capacity. It reaches the mountain top in two minutes
Later transfer back to hotel.
Dinner enroute.
Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 6- ZHANGJIAJIE - TIANMEN MOUNT- SHANGHAI

After breakfast check out from hotel.
Proceed to visit the Tianmen Mount "Tianmen is known as an endless sky without darkness." Due to the high altitude of Tianmen, the sunrise on the mountain occurs 30 minutes earlier in comparison with the surrounding cities. Because also the sunset happens later, up to 45 minutes. Tianmen Mountain, by Zhangjiajie city, in central China's Hunan Province, has been called "one of the most beautiful mountains in the world" by many travelers who have been there.The stunning views including 'Heaven's Door' and the 99 Bends, vertical cliffs, the thrilling cliff-hanging walkway and glass skywalk, and the world's longest cable car ride, make it unquestion- ably one of the best mountains in China.
Experience the Glass Skywalk in Ghost Valley Plank Road Tianmenshan Glass Road, suspended on the west line of Tianmen Peak, is 60 meters longand 1.6 meters wide. The highest point is 1430 meters above sea level. It is a glass gazebo that extends from the Ghost Valley Plank Road above the cliffs in the Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area of Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province .
After lunch transfer to Airport for the flight to Shanghai.
Arrive Shanghai.
Dinner
Transfer to hotel
Check ni & Overnight stay ni hotel.

DAY 7 SHANGHAI

After breakfast, proceed for Shanghai sightseeing.
Visit the Shanghai Tower a 632-meter-tall megatall skyscraper in Lujiazui,Pudong, Shanghai. It is the tallest building in China and the world's third-tallest building by height to architectural top Enjoy the breathtaking views from the 114th floor.
Have a photo stop and enjoy the outside view of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, one of Shanghai's most iconic landmarks.
After lunch, take a leisurely walk through the Yuyuan Garden area. Admire the beautiful scenery, including the famous Nine Zig Zag bridge, and explore the charming Ancient Shanghai Streets.
Visit the Shanghai Museum, (Free entry for tourist's and can expect long que at entrance) renowned for its vast collection of ancient Chinese art and artefacts. Spend time exploring the exhibits and learning about the rich cultural heritage of China.
Explore the famous Nanjing Road, one of the world's busiest shopping streets. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, browse through various shops, and perhaps indulge in some retail therapy.
Visit Pearl factory outlet (Mandatory to Al Inter- national Tourists Arriving Mainland China insisted by Chinese Tourism Board). Learn about the process of pearl cultivation and have the opportunity to pur- chase exquisite pearl jewellery if desired.

DAY 8- SHANGHAI -SINGAPORE - KOCHI

After breakfast check out from hotel.
Board the Maglev Train from Longyang Station to Pudong International Airport. Enjoy the experience of travelling one of the world's fastest mode of transportation.The Shanghai maglev train or Shanghai Transrapid is a magnetic levitation train line that operates in Shanghai, China. Shanghai maglev is the world's first commercial high-speed maglev and has a cruising speed of 433 km/h (268 mph) subject to track conditions.
Proceed to Airport terminal for your flight Singapore.
Arrive Singapore & Board your Connecting flight to Kochi.
Arrive Kochi.

Product Description

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

International Airport

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive at least 3.5 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

Airfare	All sightseeing as per the itinerary
Visa	Malayalee tour Manager accompanying from here

NOT INCLUDED

Any items not mentioned in the above itinerary

Excess baggage charges or any other personal expenses

1 - Valid national passport:

Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 6 months validity after the scheduled return, with at least two blank pages and previous passports..

2 - Three passport-size pictures:

White background, not older than 6 months, 35 x 45 mm size,80% face.

3 - If employed :

Employer letter: Original letter on company letterhead, signed and stamped by HR, mentioning your position and the duration of your service, “No objection statement” regarding the planned trip to Switzerland/Schengen States and include dates of travel.
Last 6 months salary slips and last 6 months' salary bank account statements with seal & signature.
Last 6 months personal bank account statements + FD receipts (if there).
Personal ITR for the last 2 assessment years.

4 - If student or unemployed :

Copy of the student's School ID card and bonified letter from the School.
Parents must provide their personal bank statements for the last 6 months + FD receipts (if there).
Parents' Personal ITR for the last 2 assessment years along with a confirmation letter of financial support and a copy of their passports.

5 - If self-employed and/or company owner:

Business registration certificate/GST Registration with annexe A & B/Partnership Deed / Proof of proprietorship or other proof of ownership.
Covering letter should be on company letterhead.
Last 6 months personal and business bank account statements with bank seal & signature.
Company’s and personal ITR (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted) for the last 2 assessment years.

6 - If retired:

Retirement documents & pension proof -pension account statement – 6 months.
Last 6 months personal bank statement (original, sealed & signed by the bank) + FD receipts (if there).
Personal ITR for the last 2 assessment years.
Clear photocopies of valid UK, USA, or CAN visas (if any).

7- Savings Account Bank balance minimum should be tour cost.

Note:Photo 45mm x 35mm white background, 80% face without specs, 3 copies (Matte finish)

Terms & Conditions

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4 - Travel Documents: It is the responsibility of the traveler to ensure that all necessary travel documents, such as passports, visas, and health certificates, are valid and obtained prior to departure. Santamonica Tours & Travels will not be held liable for any issues arising from inadequate or expired travel documents.

5 - Travel Insurance: It is highly recommended that travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances, including trip cancellation, medical emergencies, or loss of personal belongings. Santamonica Tours & Travels will not be liable for any expenses or losses incurred due to the absence of travel insurance.

6 - Itinerary Changes: Santamonica Tours & Travels reserves the right to modify travel itineraries, accommodations, transport arrangements, or other components of the package if deemed necessary due to unforeseen circumstances or factors beyond its control. Any changes will be communicated to the traveler as soon as possible.

7 - Health and Safety: Travelers are responsible for their own health and safety during the trip. It is advisable to adhere to local laws, customs, and guidelines, and to take necessary precautions regarding personal health, vaccinations, and safety measures.

8 - Liability: Santamonica Tours & Travels will exercise reasonable care and diligence in making travel arrangements. However, it shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, injury, or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly due to acts of nature, accidents, delays, political unrest, or any other force majeure event beyond its control.

9 - Disputes: Any disputes arising from bookings or services provided by Santamonica Tours & Travels shall be governed by the courts of Ernakulam and the said courts will have exclusive jurisdiction over the disputed matters. The parties involved shall attempt to resolve any disputes amicably through negotiation or mediation.

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