Yangtze Cruise, Beijing, Xian and Shanghai


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During this Fully escorted 13 Days Yangtze Cruise, Beijing, Xian and Shanghai Tour, you will enjoy sightseeing and many activities in Yangtze River Cruise, Downstream & Beijing, Xian, Chqongqing, Yichang and Shanghai. The tour includes: - 4 nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at Beijing Plaza Royal, similar Beijing Grand Chang An Hotel, Oriental Bar Hotel or similar(all are 5 star) - 2 nights with buffet breakfast at hotel in Xi'an: King Dynasty Hotel (superior) or similar. (4 star) - 3 nights with daily meals on Cruiser: newly renovated MV Paradise - 3 nights with buffet breakfast at hotel in Shanghai: Galaxy Hotel or similar(4 star)


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Beijing

 

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel.


Day 2 - Beijing

 
Sightseeing

Enjoy a full day city tour including the main attractions such as Tian Anmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. (B, L, D)


Day 3 - Beijing

 
Sightseeing

Today's activities include an excursion to the Great Wall and a visit of the Ming Tombs with Sacred Way. (B, L, D)


Day 4 - Beijing

 
Sightseeing

Your sightseeing of the day will feature a Temple of Heaven Tour & seeing local people doing Taiji and morning exercises.

Historical and Educational Tours

The day continues with the Museum of China Ancient Architecture & History of Beijing and Hutong Tour.

Food and Dining

Tonight, a special treat is reserved for you: Peking Duck dinner & cultural show. (B, L, SD)


Day 5 - Xian

 
Beijing - Xi'an.
Commercial Flight

Today, fly to Xi'an.

Sightseeing

Your city Tour will include the Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Provincial History Museum. (B, L, D)


Day 6 - Xian

 
Museums

The day is spent at the Terra-cotta Museum.

Performing Arts

Tonight, enjoy a Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show. (B, L, SD)


Day 7 - Chongqing

 
Xi'an - Chongqing.
Commercial Flight

Morning flight to Chongqing.

Sightseeing

After a visit to the 2nd World War & Stillwell Museum, embark MV Paradise.

River or Barge Cruise

Set sailing at mid-night. (B, L, D)


Day 8 - At Sea

 
Shibaozhai.
Sightseeing

Off-shore visit of Shibaozhai, a typical riverside village. (B, L, D)


Day 9 - At Sea

 
Shennong Stream.
Sightseeing

Today, take an excursion to the Shennong Steam by Sampan boats. (B, L, D)


Day 10 - Shanghai

 
Dam - Shanghai.
Sightseeing

Visit the New Dam site, before disembarking at Yichang.

Commercial Flight

Fly to Shanghai. (B, L)


Day 11 - Shanghai

 
Sightseeing

Full day city tour featuring the Bund, Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Carpet Factory. (B, L, D)

Performing Arts

Enjoy Acrobatic Show in the evening.


Day 12 - Shanghai

 
Sightseeing

Morning excursion to Zhujiajiao, a river-town near Shanghai.

Museums

In the afternoon visit the Shanghai Museum. (B, L, D)


Day 13 - Shanghai

 
Shanghai - USA.

Departure transfer to airport for homeward flight. (B)


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