Splendid Yangtze River Cruise Tour 11 days
Covering an area of 9,600,000 square kilometers with a written history of more than 5000 years, China is rich both in natural scenery and social culture. By a visit to Beijing, Xian, Shanghai and leisure cruise tour on the mighty Yangtze River; you will get to know China in both senses.
Tour code: CHY-01
Destination: Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yangtze River, and Yichang, Shanghai
Departure: Daily
Duration: 11 days / 10 nights
Highlights: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Peking Roast Duck, Great Wall at Mutianyu, Yangtze cruise,Temple of Heaven,Terracotta Warriors,City Walls,Big Wild Goose Pagoda,Shanghai Museum,the Bund
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Day 1 Arrive in Beijing
Upon arrival in China's capital city where you will be met by your tour guide and transfer to your hotel for a three night stay. Relax or explore Beijing on your own.
Accommodation: Jinqiao International Garden or similar
Day 2 Beijing (B/L/D)
This morning you will start with Tiananmen Square, the spiritual heart of the country and the stage for many historical events. Then you will visit the Forbidden City, also known as Palace Museum. Lunch is served at a fine local restaurant. In the afternoon you will visit the Summer Palace, used to be the imperial summer resort. Dinner is special Peking Roast Duck.
Accommodation: Jinqiao International Garden or similar
Day 3 Beijing (B/L)
One of the highlights to any trip to China is an inspiring day tour to the mighty Great Wall at Mutianyu, where a cable car ride is included. Enjoy plenty of time walking along its ramparts and enjoy the breathtaking views. After lunch return to Beijing, enjoy a little free time. Optional evening for the Peking Opera.
Accommodation: Jinqiao International Garden or similar
Day 4 Beijing - Xian by plane (B/L/D)
Begin the day with a visit to the beautiful Temple of Heaven. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will take flight to Xian. Upon arrival in Xian, you will be greeted and transferred to hotel. The rest of the afternoon is free at your leisure. Dinner is special dumpling banquet.
Accommodation: Xian Diamond International or similar.
Day 5 Xian (B/L)
An unforgettable full day tour includes the awe-inspiring Terra Cotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall and the Wild Goose Pagoda. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. Optional evening to the Tang Dynasty show.
Accommodation: Xian Diamond International or similar.
Day 6 Xian – Chongqing by plane (B/L/D)
Enjoy breakfast and visit the historic Hanyang Tombs before flying on to Chongqing. Enjoy a small tour that includes the People’s Square, Free Market and the Zoo to visit the pandas before boarding your cruise for four nights. Board cruise after dinner.
Accommodation: China Regal Cruise
Day 7 Cruise the Yangtze River (B/L/D)
Today you will have a shore excursion to Fengdu.
Accommodation: China Regal Cruise.
Day 8 Cruise the Yangtze River (B/L/D)
Passing through the Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge, take an excursion to the Small Gorges on the Daning River or Shennong Stream.
Accommodation: China Regal Cruise
Day 9 Yichang – Shanghai (B/L)
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You will pay a visit to the Three Gorges Dam Project in the morning; disembark your cruise at about 14:00 after lunch. After a brief city tour in Yichang, you will be transferred to the airport for flight to Shanghai. Upon arriving at Shanghai, you will be greeted by greeted by your local guide and transferred to your hotel for two nights. Relax or explore Shanghai on your own.
Accommodation: Yun’s Paradise Hotel or similar
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Shanghai is China's most vibrant city with a long colorful history. On your guided city tour, stroll along the Bund and Nanjing Road, discover the Old Town and visit the Shanghai Museum. This evening enjoy a farewell banquet followed by an amazing acrobat show!
Accommodation: Yun’s Paradise Hotel or similar
Day 11 Depart from Shanghai (B)
Free till transferred to the airport to take flight home or to the next destination.
Important note: Itineraries and times are subject to change with river conditions.
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Service included:
- Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals as listed in the itinerary,
B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner.
- Personal Guide & Driver + Private car / van for Private Transfer & sightseeing.
- Hotels (twin share bases) as listed in the itinerary.
- Domestic flights (economy class) or trains as listed in the itinerary.
- Domestic airport taxes.
- Service Charge & Government Taxes.
- Luggage Transfers between airports and hotels.
Service not included:
- International transportation
- Chinese visa
- Personal expenses such as: excess luggage charge (please verify your flight documentation), beverages, laundry services, etc.
- Tips or gratuities to local driver and guide
- Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals as listed in the itinerary,
B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner.
- Personal Guide & Driver + Private car / van for Private Transfer & sightseeing.
- Hotels (twin share bases) as listed in the itinerary.
- Domestic flights (economy class) or trains as listed in the itinerary.
- Domestic airport taxes.
- Service Charge & Government Taxes.
- Luggage Transfers between airports and hotels.
Service not included:
- International transportation
- Chinese visa
- Personal expenses such as: excess luggage charge (please verify your flight documentation), beverages, laundry services, etc.
- Tips or gratuities to local driver and guide
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