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China Highlights Tour with Yangtze River Cruise 16 days
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Discover the rich heritage of imperial times in Beijing and its surroundings, such as the Forbidden City or the Great Wall; admire the more than 7000 warriors of the Terra Cotta Army; marvel at the pristine natural beauty of the Three Gorges and be captivated by the magic of one of the four Holy Mountains of Buddhism. Last but not least, experience the fascinating contrasts of Old and New in booming Shanghai. You will agree: China's treasures are overwhelming.

Tour code: CHY-04
Destination: Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Xian, Guilin, Yichang, Yangtze River, Chongqing
Departure: Daily
Duration: 16 days / 15 nights
Highlights: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall, Peking Duck Dinner, Peking Opera performance; Terracotta Warriors, Great Mosque and Muslim street, Wild Goose Pagoda, ancient City Wall, Dumpling Banquet; cruise on Li River, Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave; Yangtze River cruise; Shanghai Museum, Y

 

Day 1  Arrive in Beijing
 
Greeted by your professional local guide upon arrival and be transferred to your hotel by a private air-conditioned car/van.
 
Accommodation: Jinqiao International Garden or similar
 
Day 2  Beijing (B/L/D)
 
This morning you will visit Tiananmen Square, walking through the gate of Heavenly Peace to enter into the Imperial Palace and the Forbidden City, where 22 Emperors ruled China since the 15 century. Sightseeing inside of the Forbidden City includes the front halls, Imperial garden and some of the most beautiful imperial treasure collections. After lunch move on to tour the Temple of Heaven where emperors prayed to heaven for good harvest. Tonight enjoy the noted Peking Duck Dinner at Quan Ju De Restaurant
 
Accommodation: Jinqiao International Garden or similar
 
Day 3  Beijing (B/L)
 
Today you will visit the mighty Great Wall at Badaling, where a cable car ride is included. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will visit Changling Tomb of the Ming Tombs. In the evening you will enjoy Peking Opera performance.
 
Accommodation: Jinqiao International Garden or similar
 
Day 4  Beijing - Xian by plane (B/L)
 
You will visit the Temple of Heaven in the morning. And then you will be transferred to the airport after lunch and take flight for another historical city - Xian.
Upon arrival in Xian you will be greeted by your local guide and transferred to your hotel.
 
Accommodation: Xian Diamond International or similar.
 
Day 5  Xian (B/L/D)
 
In the morning you will drive eastwards to visit the thrilling Terracotta Warriors. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. City tour in the afternoon takes you to the Great Mosque and Muslim street.
Tonight enjoy the local special food Dumpling for dinner.
 
Accommodation: Xian Diamond International or similar.
 
Day 6 Xian - Guilin by plane (B/L)
 
In the morning you will tour the Wild Goose Pagoda and the ancient City Wall. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will be transferred to the airport for flight to the picturesque city Guilin.
Upon arrival in Guilin you will be greeted by your local guide and transferred to your hotel.
 
Accommodation: Xishan Business Hotel or similar
 
Day 7  Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin (B/L)
 
Highlight today is a cruise tour on the fantastic Li River. Start from Guilin and disembark at Yangzhou beautiful town. Lunch is served on the ship.
Upon arrival in Yangshuo, you will take a short cycling tour to the countryside or take an electric car tour instead. You have good chance to chat with local farmers, surely maybe with the assistance of the guide. And then you will drive back to Guilin.
 
Accommodation: Xishan Business Hotel or similar
 
Day 8 Guilin - Chongqing by plane (B/L/D)
 
Today you will enjoy a half day city tour including the Elephant Trunk Hill and the Reed Flute Cave. After lunch you will be transferred to the airport for flight to Chongqing.
Upon arrival have a short city tour and dinner before boarding the deluxe China Regal Cruise.
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruise
 
Day 9  Yangtze River cruise (B/L/D)
 
The cruise departs at 8:00am from Chongqing and thus begins your memorable Yangtze River Cruise tour. This afternoon you will have a shore excursion at Fengdu, the Ghost City. Tonight enjoy the Welcome Dinner hosted by the captain.
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruise
 
Day 10  Yangtze River cruise (B/L/D)
 
You will take a shore excursion to Shennong Stream, and enjoy the marvelous natural scenery.
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruise
 
Day 11  Yichang - Shanghai by plane (B/L)
 
You will visit the Three Gorges Dam Project in the morning. Disembark at Yichang after lunch and then you would be transferred to the airport for flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival greeted by your local guide and transferred to your hotel.
 
Accommodation: Yun's Paradise Hotel or similar
 
Day 12  Shanghai (B/L)
 
Today the full day exploration on the most charming city includes a visit to Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Garden, the Bund and Nanjing Road Commercial Area.
 
Accommodation: Yun's Paradise Hotel or similar
 
Day 13 Shanghai - Suzhou (B/L)
 
Suzhou is an elegant city with long history and rich culture. Today you have a day trip to Suzhou. The highlights in Suzhou include the Humble Administrative Garden, the Tiger Hill and a leisure walk along the Grand Canal.
 
Accommodation: Wealth Center Hotel or similar
 
Day 14  Suzhou - Hangzhou by train (B/L)
 
In the morning you will be transferred to the railway station and take a train to Hangzhou (200km, about 1 hour 30 minutes). Upon arrival your local guide will greet you at Hangzhou Railway Station and begins your visit to the Lingyin Temple which is the largest monastery in Southeast China, and the stone carvings in the Peak Flying From Afar in front of the temple.
 
Accommodation: Culture Plaza Hotel or similar
 
Day 15  Hangzhou - Shanghai by train (B/L)
 
This morning you have a cruise tour on the West Lake, stroll leisurely at Huagang Park, and then visit a tea plantation. Hangzhou boasts the finest green tea in China. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon you will enjoy yourself at Hefang Street before transferred to the railway station for train to Shanghai. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.
 
Accommodation: Yun's Paradise Hotel or similar
 
Day 16 Depart from Shanghai (B)
 
Free till being transferred to the airport for flight to your next destination.
 
 
 
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4/1/2008 To 11/30/2008$4355$2817$2438

 
  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
 
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