Adventures Unlimited continues our tradition to begin the New Year on a high and unfurl our hopes and wishes in a banner. This trip is a three in one featuring Qingdao - Taishan - Jinan.
Let ’s start the year 2020 with a blast!
Let ’s start the year 2020 with a blast!
past NYCs at Mt Kinabalu (2016), Sun Nok Hua, Mt Huashan and Broga Hill (2017), Kanchanaburi, Hanoi (2018), Yunnan (2019)
HIGHLIGHTS
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Embrace the Sacred Beauty of China
Qingdao ranks as one of China’s most livable cities with its notable monuments and artistic approach to life. Taishan serves as the gateway to the sacred mountains. Then there is Tsinan (Jinan), a community of historic prominence that features over 70 artesian springs. Join us on this unique journey where we embrace the tradition of a New Year’s climb.
What makes Qingdao so unique is that it was originally a German colony. You will see stunning European colonial buildings as you explore the many wonders of the city. Our arrival gives us this opportunity to explore some of the city’s most famous places, including the Badaguan Scenic Area and Zhanqiao.
Then our attention will shift to stunning Laoshan Mountain, or Mt. Lao, and its stunning scenic area. This tall peak faces the majestic Yellow Sea, and it features over 220 points of interest to discover. The mountain itself is the tallest coastal peak in China, rising to a height of 1132m.
As our journey progresses, we will seek to climb Taishan, challenging the 6,666 steps from the Red Gate to the South Heaven Gate. Then we’ll finish the trek by summiting Jade Emperor Peak at 1545m before resting and relaxing from the invigorating climb.
We will follow up that experience by getting to walk along the Great Wall of Qi, which is the oldest existing section of this global wonder.
Construction began in 685 BC, and the current areas are at least 2,500 years old – even if some places look like they have received some minor restoration over the years. The Changging section stretches out for 98 km, going across almost 300 mountain peaks.
Additional stops during this New Year’s adventure include Baotu Spring Park, the Hongijalou Cathedral, and Qushuiting Street, the latter which has a history that goes back to the 4th century Northern Wei Dynasty.
Qingdao ranks as one of China’s most livable cities with its notable monuments and artistic approach to life. Taishan serves as the gateway to the sacred mountains. Then there is Tsinan (Jinan), a community of historic prominence that features over 70 artesian springs. Join us on this unique journey where we embrace the tradition of a New Year’s climb.
What makes Qingdao so unique is that it was originally a German colony. You will see stunning European colonial buildings as you explore the many wonders of the city. Our arrival gives us this opportunity to explore some of the city’s most famous places, including the Badaguan Scenic Area and Zhanqiao.
Then our attention will shift to stunning Laoshan Mountain, or Mt. Lao, and its stunning scenic area. This tall peak faces the majestic Yellow Sea, and it features over 220 points of interest to discover. The mountain itself is the tallest coastal peak in China, rising to a height of 1132m.
As our journey progresses, we will seek to climb Taishan, challenging the 6,666 steps from the Red Gate to the South Heaven Gate. Then we’ll finish the trek by summiting Jade Emperor Peak at 1545m before resting and relaxing from the invigorating climb.
We will follow up that experience by getting to walk along the Great Wall of Qi, which is the oldest existing section of this global wonder.
Construction began in 685 BC, and the current areas are at least 2,500 years old – even if some places look like they have received some minor restoration over the years. The Changging section stretches out for 98 km, going across almost 300 mountain peaks.
Additional stops during this New Year’s adventure include Baotu Spring Park, the Hongijalou Cathedral, and Qushuiting Street, the latter which has a history that goes back to the 4th century Northern Wei Dynasty.
Great Wall of Qi （齐长城）
Qingdao (青岛; Qīngdǎo; also known as Tsingtao), is regarded by some Chinese as one of the most beautiful and cleanest cities in China. With a population of around 3.5 million (8 million regional) it is one of the largest cities in Shandong Province. The name Qingdao means The Blue/Green Island. In 2011, the China Institute of City Competitiveness named Qingdao China's most livable city.
Qing Dao 青岛
Jinan (济南) is the capital of Shandong Province (山东省). It is also known as the City of Springs (泉城) because of the many natural springs supplying the city with fresh water.
JINAN 济南
Mount Lao (LáoShān 崂山) Scenic Area, situated just 30 kilometers east of ShiNan Central Business District, is one of Qingdao City’s top tourists destinations. As the cradle of Taoism in China and known in traditional Qingdao folklore as the home of immortals, Laoshan soars 1133 meters above sea level. Mount Lao is dotted with green tea terraces at lower elevations that produce some of China’s finest teas.
Mount Laoshan (崂山
Mount Taishan is the most famous sacred mountain of China, with exceptional historic, cultural, aesthetic and scientific value. Settled by humans as early as the Neolithic (a Dawenkou site is nearby), the mountain has been worshipped continuously throughout the last three millennia. A large and impressive rock mass covering 25,000 ha and rising to 1,545 m above the surrounding plateau, Mount Taishan is considered one of the most beautiful scenic spots in China and was an important cradle of oriental East Asian culture since the earliest times.
The mountain was an important object of the cult worship of mountains even before 219 BCE, when the Qin Emperor, Huang Di, paid tribute to the mountain in the Fengshan sacrifices to inform the gods of his success in unifying all of China. On the mountain there are 12 historically recorded imperial ceremonies in homage to Heaven and Earth, about 1,800 stone tablets and inscriptions, and 22 temples, which together make Mount Taishan the most important monument in China, a world-renowned treasure house of history and culture.
The mountain was an important object of the cult worship of mountains even before 219 BCE, when the Qin Emperor, Huang Di, paid tribute to the mountain in the Fengshan sacrifices to inform the gods of his success in unifying all of China. On the mountain there are 12 historically recorded imperial ceremonies in homage to Heaven and Earth, about 1,800 stone tablets and inscriptions, and 22 temples, which together make Mount Taishan the most important monument in China, a world-renowned treasure house of history and culture.
Mount Taishan （泰山，五岳之首)
DETAILED ITINERARY
D1 – Thursday 9 Jan, (Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Qingdao
D2 – Friday, 10 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Qingdao - Taian
D3 – Saturday, 11 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Taian - Taishan
Rest and Relax after dinner
D4 – Sunday, 12 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Taian - Jinan
D5 – Monday, 13 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch)
Location: Jinan - Qingdao
Places to visit at Jinan:
Coach pick-up at Qingdao train station, ETD 21:53 evening.
D6 – Tuesday, 14 Jan (Include: Breakfast)
Location: Qingdao
D1 – Thursday 9 Jan, (Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Qingdao
- Morning arrival Qingdao Liuting International Airport
- Coach pick up at the airport
- Zhanqiao
- Xiao Qingdao
- Badaguan Scenic Area
- (If time permits, we will visit Qingdao Beer Museum Factory)
D2 – Friday, 10 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Qingdao - Taian
- Explore Laoshan (Mt Lao) scenic area
- Afternoon depart to Taian
- Rest and Relax after dinner
D3 – Saturday, 11 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Taian - Taishan
- Explore Taishan Scenic park and hike to Taishan tallest peak, Jade Emperor Peak
- Approx. 6666 steps up from Red Gate to South Heaven Gate
- Optional to take cable car up to the South Heaven Gate from the Halfway Gate (at own cost approx. CNY100)
- Take approx. half an hour walk to reach the tallest peak, Jade Emperor Peak from South Heaven Gate.
Rest and Relax after dinner
D4 – Sunday, 12 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Location: Taian - Jinan
- Early morning, enjoy the sunrise at the Taishan peak
- Descend by taking a cable car to the Halfway Gate after breakfast, and depart to Jinan.
- Explore and hike Changqing section of Great Wall of Qi
D5 – Monday, 13 Jan (Breakfast, Lunch)
Location: Jinan - Qingdao
Places to visit at Jinan:
- Baotu Spring Park
- Qushuiting Street
- Sacred Heart Cathedral also called Hongijalou Cathedral, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese.
Coach pick-up at Qingdao train station, ETD 21:53 evening.
D6 – Tuesday, 14 Jan (Include: Breakfast)
Location: Qingdao
- Coach transfer to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.
Cost: SGD 1100 (Land Cost)
Early Bird (till 20 August) or group price of SGD1050/pax if you register of 2 or more
SGD500 deposit will be collected to confirm your slot.
Your New Year’s Journey Includes the Following:
- Transportation
- Domestic transfer via high-speed train from Jinan to Qingdao
- Local guide and driver
- All entrances and permits for the park
- One way cable car ride at Taishan
- 5 nights of accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- All meals except D1 Breakfast, D5 dinner and D6 lunch and dinner.
Exclusions to Consider:
- Personal travel insurance.
- International airfare from Singapore to Qingdao
- All meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- All admissions fees, activities, or performance costs not mentioned above
- Gratuities
- Personal costs
- Laundry charges
- Visa entry, if necessary
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the included list
Registration and Payment Details:
Step 1: Deposit of $500 via ATM/Bank transfer to ADVENTURES UNLIMITED, DBS CURRENT A/C - 0039351950.
Step 2: Whatapp proof of payment receipt to 91020550 (IMPORTANT: PLEASE INDICATE "2020 01 09 NYC ".)
Step 3: Receipt for payment will be issued and further instruction will be provided.
Step 4: Pre trip briefing will be arranged and you will be added into a dedicated whatsapp chat for this trip one month prior to the trip. We would also collect the balance at this point.
Refund Policy
Deposit (non-refundable)
Until 8 weeks prior to departure – 100% Refund of balance paid
4 weeks prior to departure – 50% Refund of balance paid
2-1 weeks prior to departure – 0% Refund of balance paid
Recommended flight
Details will be given to confirmed participants.
Step 1: Deposit of $500 via ATM/Bank transfer to ADVENTURES UNLIMITED, DBS CURRENT A/C - 0039351950.
Step 2: Whatapp proof of payment receipt to 91020550 (IMPORTANT: PLEASE INDICATE "2020 01 09 NYC ".)
Step 3: Receipt for payment will be issued and further instruction will be provided.
Step 4: Pre trip briefing will be arranged and you will be added into a dedicated whatsapp chat for this trip one month prior to the trip. We would also collect the balance at this point.
Refund Policy
Deposit (non-refundable)
Until 8 weeks prior to departure – 100% Refund of balance paid
4 weeks prior to departure – 50% Refund of balance paid
2-1 weeks prior to departure – 0% Refund of balance paid
Recommended flight
Details will be given to confirmed participants.
What Will You Experience in 2020?
A new year brings with it the hope of a fresh start. It is an opportunity to wipe the slate clean, embrace forgiveness, or inspire yourself to try something new.
Your journey begins with the first step that you choose to take. It is up to you to determine what direction to follow.
Join us on this adventure to begin 2020 on the right foot. As you get to embrace ancient civilizations and sacred moments, you may find the power to pursue happiness, joy, and contentment for the rest of the year.
A new year brings with it the hope of a fresh start. It is an opportunity to wipe the slate clean, embrace forgiveness, or inspire yourself to try something new.
Your journey begins with the first step that you choose to take. It is up to you to determine what direction to follow.
Join us on this adventure to begin 2020 on the right foot. As you get to embrace ancient civilizations and sacred moments, you may find the power to pursue happiness, joy, and contentment for the rest of the year.
ADVENTURES UNLIMITED NEW YEAR CLIMB 2019 OFFICIAL MV
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Others:
1. This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.
2. Insurance
From 15 July 2015, a travel agent is required to inform and ask attending participants if it is their wish to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for business insolvency of travel agencies when:
– they are buying a leisure travel product/package; or
– their travel product/package costs at least S$1,000 (including GST) per person; or
– they are paying a deposit or payment of at least S$500 per person.
1. This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.
2. Insurance
From 15 July 2015, a travel agent is required to inform and ask attending participants if it is their wish to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for business insolvency of travel agencies when:
– they are buying a leisure travel product/package; or
– their travel product/package costs at least S$1,000 (including GST) per person; or
– they are paying a deposit or payment of at least S$500 per person.
