Yin and Yangtze - 15 Days
China
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Beijing - Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, explore the Hutong area of Beijing, enjoy a Chinese Acrobatic Show and taste the famous peking duck, Huanghuacheng Great Wall - A section of the Great Wall of China, unique for its partially submerged and picturesque portion of the wall, Xi'an - Experience the UNESCO listed Terracotta Warriors, Terracotta Warrior Factory, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter, City Wall and bike ride and savour a dumpling-making experience, Luoyang - Take a high-speed train to Luoyang, and enjoy a visit to the Longmen Caves, food hunt in Old City Shizi Street and watch Kung Fu at a Shaolin Monastery, Three Gorges/Yangtze River cruise – Cruise from Chongqing to Yichang. Admire breathtaking sunsets and witness the steady flow of history as you sail along this mighty river, referred to as the lifeblood of China, Shanghai – Free time to explore the city or join an optional group tour - highlights include the Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyuan Garden, The Bund and Old Shanghai, Chengdu - Come face to face with adorable pandas at the cutting-edge Chengdu Panda Research Center, Leshan - Admire the towering Great Buddha, carved into the cliff face and overlooking the rushing rivers of Min, Qingyi and Dadu
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From 2024-06-08 to 2025-05-03
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What's included
Daily breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners, inclusive of traditional Peking Duck dinner in Beijing, dumpling-making experience in Xi'an & Hotpot dinner in Chengdu.
11 nights 4 star hotels & 3 nights Yangtze River Cruiser.
Chinese acrobatic performance.
3 Highspeed train tickets: Beijing to Luoyang; Xi'an to Chengdu & Chengdu to Chongqing (2nd class).
Xi’an - bike ride on medieval City Wall.
Beijing Capital Airport arrival transfer on day 1.
Explore Shanghai at own pace or join optional tours.
Touring of Beijing, Huanghuacheng Great Wall, Luoyang, Xi'an & Chengdu.
English speaking specialist guides at local sights.
All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles.
Visit to Shaolin Monastery.
Shadow puppetry show.
Economy class flight from Yichang to Shanghai.
Itinerary
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Day 1 of our cruise begins with a shore excursion to the Jade Emperor Scenic Area, nestled near Fengdu. Here, you'll witness the world's largest image of the Jade Buddha. Depending on river conditions, an alternative excursion might take you to Shibaozhai, home to a remarkable wooden pagoda. On
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Day 2 of the cruise, we visit the Three Gorges, a masterpiece sculpted by nature itself. Your journey will take you through the first two of these remarkable gorges: Qutang Gorge, the shortest and narrowest, and Wu Gorge, stretching approximately 40 kilometers. Prepare for a change of scenery as you transfer to another vessel for a leisurely excursion through the enchanting gorges of Goddess Stream. If river conditions permit, an alternative excursion to the gorges of Shennong Stream might be on the agenda. To top it off, you'll enter Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of the Three Gorges. 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2 dinner included.Day 13, Yangtze & Three GorgesYangtze River Cruiser - Yichang - Shanghai. As the sun rises over the Yangtze, your adventure on the river continues. Today, we bid farewell to our cruise and embark on an exciting morning tour of the Three Gorges Dam. The dam stretches across the Yangtze River at Sandouping in the heart of the Xiling Gorge and holds the title of the world's largest power station. Following a morning of sightseeing, the time has come to disembark our cruise. You'll be transferred to the nearby city of Yichang and from there, we'll board a fight to Shanghai, where the journey continues. Shanghai is a true melting pot of cultures and experiences, offering travelers an array of areas to explore. The rest of the evening is at leisure, allowing you to enjoy the dynamic city of Shanghai at your own pace.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 14, ShanghaiToday, enjoy a day at your leisure in Shanghai, where you can explore the city's vibrant attractions and neighbourhoods at your own pace. We also offer optional tours if that's more your style. Our optional tours include a Full Day City Tour of Shanghai's cultural and historical treasures, starting at the enchanting Yu Garden and exploring the Jade Buddha Temple, and more. Another option is a[[ Full Day Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town|131671]]. Escape the busy city and enjoy a day trip to a picturesque water town nestled on the outskirts of Shanghai. Lastly, we offer a [[Full Day Tour to Suzhou|131672]], a city celebrated for its classical Chinese gardens and historical charm. However you choose to spend this day, rest assured it will be filled with memorable moments and experiences. 1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 15, ShanghaiSaturday. Today marks the conclusion of your remarkable China adventure, full of cultural wonders and tasty delicacies. After breakfast and 12pm hotel check-out, make your own way to the airport for your onward flight.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
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