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China & Yangtze River Cruise

Experts in travel to China for the past 40 years! Travel to China on this group journey of her key sites staying in good value accommodation with English speaking guides. From the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing to the Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian, this trip covers the highlights along with a 3 night cruise along China’s mother river, the Yangtze, and some time exploring hip and modern Shanghai. Complete with sightseeing, many meals, optional activities, and more!

Looking for another value trip to China? How about Beijing, Shanghai & Eastern China for $680? For details, click Here.

Great Wall

Great Wall


Xian

Xian


Shanghai

Shanghai



 Tour Style:
 Group 
 Tour Type:
 Group Travel 
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“Just a quick note – we had a fantastic time in Asia! Thank you so much for all your help. All the hotels and tour guides were excellent. We’ll be in touch again for all our Asia travel needs.”

joe & Linda, Lindsay, Ontario -



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   TOUR AT A GLANCE

- STARTING FROM -

$1,995


  • Total Days: 11
  • Start: Beijing
  • End: Shanghai


  Tour Highlights

  • Guaranteed departures with minimum 2 guests

  • English speaking guides

  • Climb the Great Wall

  • Discover the Forbidden City

  • Stay in well-appointed accommodation

  • Daily breakfast, 7 lunches, 4 dinners

  • High speed train from Beijing to Xian

  • Yangtze River Cruise

  • Shanghai City Tour

  • Airport transportation

  • Admissions, sightseeing, shopping, leisure time, and more!



Accommodation & Itinerary at a Glance

 Location
 Nights
 Accommodation Category
Beijing 3 nights
Novotel Xin Qiao Hotel
★★★★
Xian 2 nights
Wyndham Hotel
★★★★
Yangtze River Cruise 3 nights
MV Century Paragon (outside balcony cabin)
★★★★
Shanghai 2 nights
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Hotel
★★★★

Accommodation may change. When and where this is required a similar or better alternative will be provided and advised before you depart on your tour.



   PRICES AND DATES
Departure Dates - 2020
Trip Cost (Land Only)
Twin Sharing
Single Room Supplement
 
Mar 12 - 22 $2,130 $1,035 Book >
Apr 09 - 19 $2,130 $1,035 Book >
May 07 - 17 $2,295 $1,095 Book >
Jun 04 - 14 $2,130 $1,035 Book >
Jul 02 - 12 $2,130 $1,035 Book >
Aug 13 - 23 $2,130 $1,035 Book >
Sep 17 - 27 $2,295 $1,095 Book >
Oct 08 - 18 $2,295 $1,095 Book >
Nov 05 - 15 $2,130 $1,035 Book >

Prices shown are per person based on a party of at least 2 adults traveling together and sharing a room (twin sharing).  Each date is a guaranteed departure with a minimum of 2 guests. The Single Room Supplement cost is in addition to the Twin Sharing cost for those who would like a single room. This is a group tour where you will be joining with others who have also booked into your chosen tour date. All taxes, and tips to guides & drivers are included. International airfare is extra, please enquire for preferred rates, schedules, and airlines. An entry visa is required for travel to China.



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  Tour Includes:

Tour price includes: All taxes, pre-paid gratuities for guides and drivers, accommodations as mentioned or similar with daily breakfast, lunches and dinners as indicated, group touring with English speaking guides as outlined, high speed train ticket from Beijing to Xian, Yangtze River Cruise, 2 on-tour domestic flights, admissions, shopping, transportation, and airport transfers. International Airfare is not included, please enquire for exclusive fares and preferred schedules. China entry visa is not included and must be obtained in advance of travel.

  Add-ons, Optionals & Upgrades:

International Flights
We have preferred rates with all major airlines. contact us for best available airfare for your chosen trip date. Interested in extending the trip? Just let us know.

Optional Tours & Activities
The price above includes what is outlined in the itinerary, however we can further enhance your experience with additional optional tours, night activities, or cultural shows. Please contact us at tour@toureast.com for more information.

  Handicrafts, Shopping & Cultural Insights:

Note that this tour includes shopping at specialty shops providing opportunities to purchase, learn, and gain valuable cultural insight on items such as Jade, Pearls, Silk, and more. Contact us for more information.

  Tailor-Made:

Would you like to tailor your own custom private itinerary? We are specialists. Contact one of our Trip Designers to get started, or submit an online request indicating your trip requirements and interests from our Custom Tour page here.



   DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Day 1 – Arrival in Beijing

Upon your arrival in Beijing, you will be met for your transportation to the hotel. Receive assistance with check-in and have the remainder of the day at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Beijing

Day 2 – Beijing

Begin your city tour visiting Tiananmen Square with an outside view of the National Grand Theater, Monument to the People’s Heroes, and the Great Hall of the People. Afterwards, head to the Forbidden City, the largest and the best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world, for a guided tour. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and then stop by the Tongrentang Chinese Medicine Institute, which was designated to provide medicine for the royal pharmacy of the imperial palace of the Qing Dynasty. You’ll return to the hotel for the rest of the day free at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Beijing
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 3 – Beijing

Looking like a gigantic dragon across deserts, grasslands and mountains, the Great Wall of China is one of the 'Eight Wonders of the World'. We tour the Juyongguan portion of the Great Wall in the morning and stop by a Jade Workshop where we will gain insight about precious jade. Afterwards, return to the city and drive by the Olympic Village and have a photo stop at the Bird’s Nest & Water Cube Stadiums.

  • Overnight in Beijing
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 4 – Beijing - Xian

After breakfast, take the high speed train to the city of Xian, the ancient capital for 11 dynasties, and which is famed for the Terra Cotta Warriors. Visit the impressive Shaanxi History Museum and then head to the ancient City Wall for a photo stop before having the evening free at your leisure. 

  • Overnight in Xian
  • Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

Day 5 – Xian

Enjoy an in-depth visit to the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum and then return to the city for a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda before having the evening free at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Xian
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 6 – Xian - Chongqing - Yangtze River Cruise

After breakfast, take a flight to the city of Chongqing, your embarkation point to the cruise on the Yangtze River. On arrival, you’ll be met for transportation to the cruise ship. Stay three nights on board the MV Century Paragon (outside balcony cabin).

  • Overnight on board
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 7 – Yangtze River Cruise

Take a Shore excursion to Shi Baozhai, and enjoy a Captain's Welcome Reception in the early evening. A Crew Cabaret Show after the welcome dinner is included. Optional excursions, on own account, will be offered on board.

  • Overnight on board
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8 - Yangtze River Cruise

Take the included Shore excursion to Shennv or Shennong Stream or Lesser Three Gorges of Daning River. Optional excursions, on own account, will be offered on board.

  • Overnight on board
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 9 – Yangtze River Cruise - Yichang - Shanghai

Disembark in the city of Yichang in the morning and head for lunch. After lunch, take a brief city orientation tour (if time permits), and then transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai, China's most popular metropolis. On arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel for check-in. The evening is free at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Shanghai
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 10 – Shanghai

This morning, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, stop by a Jewel Store, and then return to the hotel for the afternoon free at your leisure. Optional evening activity available, please enquire.

  • Overnight in Shanghai
  • Meals: Breakfast

Day 11– Shanghai - Departure

Meet at the hotel at the appointed time for your transportation to the airport for your departure flight. Checkout at 12 noon.

  • Meals: Breakfast






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Day 3: Climb the Great Wall of China.


Day 5: See the Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian.


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This is a group tour with a fixed itinerary and tour dates. If you would be interested in your own customized and privately guided tour of China, please contact us at tour@toureast.com or click the link below and we'll be glad to design a tour just for you.

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