Tour Description
Itinerary :
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Reservation
Day 1
Destinations: Arrival in Beijing
Today's Activities: Welcome to Beijing, capital of China. Our professional guide will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. The rest of day you are free.
Meal:
Day 2
Destinations: Beijing
Today's Activities: Morning tour to Tian'anmen Square, located in the heart of the capital, and the Forbidden City-one of the greatest feats of ancient Chinese architecture. Afternoon tour includes Summer Palace - a former summer resort area of the royal family, next tour to the Temple of Heaven where the emperors prayed for good harvests. Enjoy the famous Beijing roast duck dinner in the evening.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 3
Destinations: Beijing
Today's Activities: Morning tour to the Great Wall - the landmark of China. It is one of the most amazing feats of manmade construction on earth visible from outer space. Afternoon, drive to the Ming Tombs along the Sacred Way with giant marble figures and animals guarding the tomb area for deceased emperors of the Ming Dynasty. Afterwards, you will have an outdoor overview of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube . Peking Opera or acrobatic performance will be attended in the evening.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 4
Destinations: Beijing - Xi'an
Today's Activities: Take a morning flight to Xi’an. City tour begins with a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda which was built in 652 A.D. It contains a large volume of Buddhist scripture.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 5
Destinations: Xi'an
Today's Activities: Morning city tour to the incredible Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses at the Tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of unified China. Next, city tour includes the Huaqing Hot Spring - a former resort area especially for the emperor and royal family and a visit to the Banpo Village - the remains of a Neolithic village dating back 6,000 years. Primitive tools and household utensils are displayed in the Banpo Museum. Tonight enjoy Tang Dynasty Dinner & Show.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 6
Destinations: Xi'an - Chongqing
Today's Activities: After breakfast, morning tour to the ancient city wall and provincial Museum Then transfer to airport and leave for Chongqing in late afternoon. In evening you will embark the 5 star cruise. Ship departs Chongqing at 9pm. Overnight on Board, lunch & dinner included.
Meal: B
Day 7
Destinations: Cruise Three Gorges on the Yangtze
Today's Activities: In the morning, tour to Shibaozhai, a nine story ancient tower constructed atop a sheer cliff. In this small town along the Yangzi river where are many historical relic. For the rest of the day, you have the option of attending lectures or enjoying the picturesque view of Yangtze. The Captain's welcome party will be held in the dinning Hall at 7:00pm.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 8
Destinations: Cruise Three Gorges on the Yangtze
Today's Activities: Begin the passage with Qutang Gorge, the shortest and the grandest of the Three Gorges. Wu Gorge is next. You will be impressed by its famous lofty and misty peaks. Disembark at Badong for an excursion to the Shennong Stream. Natural beauty and During exciting boat ride drifting along the crystal stream, you will also see a unique view a cliff buried site. Enjoy the unique songs of the local Tujia people. Continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. Pass the five-step ship lock. Dock overnight at Sandouping, close to the Three Gorges Dam.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 9
Destinations: Yangtze River Cruise Yichang - Shanghai
Today's Activities: Cruise ship arrives Yichang about 13:00. Take to airport and flight to Shanghai. Upon your arrival, guide and driver will meet you. You will be transferred to hotel for rest.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 10
Destinations: Shanghai
Today's Activities: Full day city tour to the Bund, Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple and carpet factory. In the evening enjoy an Acrobatic Show.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 11
Destinations: Shanghai
Today's Activities: City tour includes the Bund Shanghai's famous waterfront promenade, old quarter of the city and outside view of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Free shopping at famous Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.
Meal: B,L,D
Day 12
Destinations: Shanghai
Today's Activities: Transfer to Airport for sweet home.