kathleen

2011 June Travel: China Beijing and Shanghai

—

by

Kathleen
in ,

It’s my first time to travel internationally in a package tour besides World Youth Day 2005 of course. And I must say, I appreciate tours now than before. It might be pricey sometimes but it’s worth it because of the knowledge and stress free time in their country. However, sometimes I still opt to do ‘Do It Yourself’ (DIY) as it saves you money. But in the case of China, I find it hard to DIY since majority of the people there don’t speak in English.

china tour

China Itinerary
Beijing – Shanghai Tour

June 14: Evening flight to Beijing

Beijing
June 15: Temple of Heaven, Emperor’s Tea House, The Forbidden City, Tianan Men Square and Acrobat Show

June 16: Jade Factory, Great Wall (Juyong), Ming’s Tomb, Olympic Park: Bird’s Nest – Water Cube and Outlet Stores

June 17: Silk Factory, Summer Palace and Wangfujing Shopping Street

Shanghai
June 18: Arrival in Shanghai, The Bund and Huangpu River Cruise

June 19: Orient Tv Tower, Xiang Huang Yi Du Jewelry Factory, Pearl Factory, Yu Garden and Old City Market

June 20: Free Time: Old City Market

June 21: Dawn flight to Manila (delayed 1.5hrs)

Package Tour: Beijing/Shanghai Full Board Meals

by: Reliable International Travel Services

At first we were hesitant with the price because it’s so cheap. Travelling to China can be cheaper than travelling to Palawan! You can check their website and contact them directly for more info. (tip: inform them you read it from my blog! ^_^)

Comments

34 responses to “2011 June Travel: China Beijing and Shanghai”

  1. Michael Avatar
    Michael

    Hi mam kath I have read your Beijing tour and found it useful in my Beijing tour next year. Would you mind sharing your total expenses plus the package that you avail so that we can plan ahead…thanks and Godbless

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Madula Avatar
      Kathleen Madula

      Hi Michael! Thanks for dropping by. I will send you an email regarding the Beijing expenses. Thanks a lot!

      Reply
      1. Michael Avatar
        Michael

        Thanks Mam Kath…I have receive it already. hope that the price will not change next year..hehe..till our next chat Mam Kath..thanks again and Godspeed!!

        Reply
  2. Michael Mohamad Avatar
    Michael Mohamad

    Hi mam Kath..I’m here again to ask another question regarding your Beijing tour, does your travel agency also provide visa assistance (China Visa) if not can you recommend one who also help you in your China Visa….thanks a lot and have a merrieru00a0Christmas..u00a0

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      Hi Michael! I didn’t seek assistance for my China Visa. I only verified the requirements thru the internet. However, I can ask them if they could assist you and will get back on you regarding that. Thank you!

      Reply
      1. Michael Mohamad Avatar
        Michael Mohamad

        Thanks Mam!!!is there any requirements in getting China Visa regarding showing your money (Bank Account)?If there is how much is the minimum account?..Thanks Again!!!

        Reply
        1. Kathleen Avatar
          Kathleen

          Hi Michael! I don’t remember showing bank details. Check this link for the official requirements for China Visa: http://ph.china-embassy.org/eng/lsfw/hzqz/t171818.htm

          Reply
          1. Michael Mohamad Avatar
            Michael Mohamad

            Do they follow all this requirements? cause I don’t have some of the requirements like:
            3.   Invitation letter with a copy of the inviter’s valid Chinese residence visa and passport information page of inviter’s or Chinese national identity card. 
            4.  For employed persons, also provide an employment certificate; company ID, SSS ID and contributions, TIN ID and latest ITR ….I dont have the SSS ID

            thanks Mam Kath…

  3. Kathleen Avatar
    Kathleen

    I think invitation letter is optional however, the ID’s for an employed person is required. If you don’t have the SSS ID, you can scan the pink form or if not, just present all government issued ID that you have. 🙂

    Reply
    1. Michael Mohamad Avatar
      Michael Mohamad

      Thank you very much Mam Kath!!! I have already seek assistance to other travel agencies while for our tour package I have also contacted Reliable International Travel Services….thanks again

      Reply
      1. Kathleen Avatar
        Kathleen

        You’re welcome! You should’ve asked my assistance if you’re getting the package from Reliable Travels. If not, kindly inform them that I referred you to them so I can get some credits. Hahaha! :)nnHave fun with your trip! 🙂

        Reply
        1. Michael Mohamad Avatar
          Michael Mohamad

          Yes Mam I have already told them about your referral…hope that they will give you credits in your next travel hehe…

          Reply
          1. Kathleen Avatar
            Kathleen

            Thanks so much! 🙂

          2. Michael Mohamad Avatar
            Michael Mohamad

            hi Mam Kath I have already got my visa last friday, just dropping by to say thank you for answering my questions..All set for my China Excapade dis March wish me a good trip and a nice weather…thanks again!!!

          3. Kathleen Avatar
            Kathleen

            WOW!! Yehey! Enjoy China.. share your experiences too..

          4. Michael Mohamad Avatar
            Michael Mohamad

            Mam Kath one last sets questions, 1. What are the needed documents in china immigration and 2. how many hours isu00a0allotted in Great Wall tour…thanks heheu00a0u00a0

          5. Kathleen Avatar
            Kathleen

            China Immigration? Wala naman. Just present your passport with visa. It’s also helpful if you have your IT on hand as well as your valid IDs just for identification. Also the hotel voucher as proof that you have somewhere to stay.nnFor the Great Wall of China. Not that long, we went there and spent only for an hour I guess. It’s too tiring if you climb all the way to the top. Hahaha!nnExcited for you! ^_^ Enjoy!!!

  4. Avatar
    Anonymous

    Hi Kath,nnHow much did you pay for Beijing and Shanghai Shanghai? I just want to have an idea of the cost. Thanks! 🙂

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      Hi Tinytinetine,nnEstimated amount of $130 for each. 🙂 Their prices might be higher by now. I can assist you if you want though. Just email me the details of your travel. Or you can directly contact them and inform them that I refer you to them. ^_^nn

      Reply
      1. Avatar
        Anonymous

        Thanks a lot! 🙂 I’ll send you a message if I have another question!

        Reply
  5. Michael Mohamad Avatar
    Michael Mohamad

    Hope we can make it to the top hehe….I am also a photographer and want to shoot every scenic spots the best I could…sana hindi naman ganun kabilis yung tour….thanks Mam Kath!!!more travel to you

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      Yup you can! 🙂 Share your photos ha? Enjoy! ^_^

      Reply
  6. Michael Mohamad Avatar
    Michael Mohamad

    Mam Kath how much pocket money do I need to bring for Pasalubong, Foods, etc..Expensive ba mga bilihin dun? Thanks!!!u00a0

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      Actually, you don’t need to buy food unless you’re a big eater. Sobrang dme ng servings yung kasama sa package. Pero, depende pa rin yon kse kme puros girls umalis, mahina kunwari kumain. Pero it’s really enough. However, kung gsto mo ng mga snacks. Mura lang naman kasi may malapit na parang sari sari store sa hotel.nnFor the pasalubong, $100-200 is okay depending sa bibilhin mo.. There are cheap finds but there are also some items that are a bit pricey. nnWord of advice though… wag kang mag-give in sa lahat ng ino-offer ng mga tourist spots na pupuntahan mo like the tea shops or the silk shop unless you really want to buy. Baka kse dun maubos ung baon mo. Hehehe! 🙂

      Reply
    2. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      You really don’t need pocket money for food if you availed of the full board meals coz it’s really enough. They have big servings so I don’t think you need more. However, if you’re a big eater and you want to buy food still or to try those street foods, they are not that expensive. So that wouldn’t be a problem. Around Php50-100, I think.nnFor the pasalubongs, it depends on what you buy. There are shops that sell in bulk for a cheap price. Just be careful when buying. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Michael Mohamad Avatar
    Michael Mohamad

    Thanks Mam Kath for the advice…

    Reply
  8. Kathleen Avatar
    Kathleen

    You’re welcome. 🙂

    Reply
  9. Michael Mohamad Avatar
    Michael Mohamad

    Mam Kath may travel tax pa bang babayaran pabalik ng Pilipinas?

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      Hi Michael, nAng alam ko wala na eh..:)

      Reply
  10. Michael Mohamad Avatar
    Michael Mohamad

    The day has finally come..alis na po ako Mam Kath..thanks for everything!!!

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      Enjoy!!!

      Reply
  11. Cebu City Tour | Tripsiders.com Blog

    […] of the famous tourist spots in Cebu. You can actually see a temple very similar to those seen in China. This is the Center of Worship for Taoism. Others say that if you pray there and light some […]

    Reply
  12. vanessa Avatar
    vanessa

    Hi kath,I tried visiting the site but the site link is not working anymore,You have their contact details,If yes would you mind sharing it? 🙂

    Reply
    1. Kathleen Avatar
      Kathleen

      You can try this: http://www.reliabletravel.com.ph/contact.html

      Landline:
      (02)543-4075
      (02)543-4069
      (02)543-4065
      (02)334-3835
      (02)334-9417

      Fax:
      (02)556-5639

      Mobile:
      0908-864-2905
      0917-801-2905
      0932-222-9708

      Thanks for the headup! i edited the link already.

      Reply

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *