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Highlights of China & Hong Kong
with 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. Discover the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing to the Terra Cotta Wariors in Xian to the city of Suzhou, once called the Venice of the East, where you can explore classical gardens and gain insight into the silk trade before continuing on to the picturesque town of Wuxi. Head onward to Hangzhou to discover this cultural gem and city of lore before traveling to Shanghai for a city tour. Take a cruise down the mighty Yangtze River before heading on to Hong Kong. Complete with English speaking guides, many meals, and more!

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Forbidden City

Forbidden City


Xian

Xian


Shanghai

Shanghai


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 Tour Style:
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 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 -

$3,195


  • Total Days: 17
  • Start: Beijing
  • End: Hong Kong


  Tour Highlights

  • Guaranteed departures with minimum 2 guests

  • Climb the Great Wall

  • Visit Terra Cotta Warriors Museum

  • See classical gardens & canal homes in Suzhou

  • Daily breakfast, 11 lunches, 7 dinners

  • High speed train ticket from Beijing to Xian

  • Air ticket from Xian to Shanghai, Shanghai to Yichang & Chongqing to Hong Kong

  • Stay in well-appointed accommodation

  • English speaking guides

  • Airport transportation

  • Admissions, sightseeing, 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
★★★★
Suzhou 1 night
Pan Pacific Hotel
★★★★
Wuxi 1 night
Swiss-Belhotel Liyuan
★★★★
Hangzhou 1 night
Jinma Palace Hotel
★★★★
Shanghai 2 nights
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Hotel
★★★★
Yangtze River  4 nights
MS Yangtze No. 2 (outside balcony)
★★★★
Hong Kong 2 nights
The Cityview 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 - 28 $3,395 $1,350
Apr 09 - 25 $3,395 $1,350
May 07 - 23 $3,550 $1,450
Jun 04 - 20 $3,395 $1,350
Jul 02 - 18 $3,395 $1,350
Aug 13 - 29 $3,395 $1,350
Sep 17 - Oct 03 $3,550 $1,450
Oct 08 - 24 $3,550 $1,450
Nov 05 - 21 $3,395 $1,350

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:

Group travel, all taxes, accommodations as mentioned or similar with daily breakfast, lunches and dinners as indicated, touring with English speaking expert local guides, activities & admissions as per the itinerary, admissions, transportation, Yangtze River Cruise, 1 on-tour high speed train ticket, 3 on-tour flights and airport transfers. International flights are not included, please enquire for preferred rates & schedules, or opt to book your own flights. 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 - Shanghai - Suzhou

After breakfast, take a flight to the city of Shanghai, China's most popular metropolis, and then transfer to the city of Suzhou, often referred to as the "Venice of the East". Upon arrival, visit Suzhou’s Bird Nest Stadium, an impressive structure, and then have the evening free at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Suzhou
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 7 – Suzhou - Wuxi

Visit Suzhou’s Lotus Garden, also named the Couple's Garden, a cultural heritage site, and then stop by the silk embroidery factory for a demonstration on the silk-making process. Head onward to your next destination, Wuxi, and stop at the Tea-Pot Center, and then visit Li Garden, beautifully located on the banks of Tai Lake.

  • Overnight in Wuxi
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8 - Wuxi - Hangzhou

Head to Hangzhou, en route stopping at a Pearl Breeding Center for a short visit. On arrival in Hangzhou, take a boat ride on West Lake and then check-in to your hotel for the evening free at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Hangzhou
  • Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 9 – Hangzhou - Shanghai

Visit the Dragon Well Tea Plantation to have a taste of the famous Dragon Well green tea, and then transfer to Shanghai and visit the historic Bund waterfront, and pedestrian-friendly Nanjing Road.

  • 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 - Yichang - Yangtze River Cruise

This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to the city of Yichang. Upon arrival enjoy lunch at a local restaurant following by the city tour of Yichang before embarking on your 4 night cruise along China’s mother river, the Yangtze.

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

Day 12– Yangtze River Cruise

Enjoy the morning at your leisure or join the excursion to the Three Gorges Tribe. In the afternoon, take the included shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam Project site followed by a visit to hometown of Quyuan or ship lift. Ship departs from Maoping pier and sail into the west part of the Xiling Gorge. This evening, a welcome dinner is included on board. An optional excursion on own account will be offered by the cruiseline.

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

Day 13– Yangtze River Cruise

We arrive at Badong and disembark for the Shennong Stream excursion and see hanging coffins, natural scenery and hear Tuja Songs. Enter Wu Gorge, known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains and cliffs. Then sail through Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most dramatic of all the gorges. An optional excursion to White Emperor City and Boat Trackers act will be offered, on own account.

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

Day 14– Yangtze River Cruise

The appeal of the Yangtze lies not only in the river’s great natural beauty, but also its cultural and historical ties, which link nearby communities with the life-giving waters. An excursion to Jade King Palace is included today. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner on board. An optional excursion to Ghost City in Fengdu will be offered, on own account.

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

Day 15– Yangtze River Cruise - Chongqing - Hong Kong

Disembark the cruise ship in the city of Chongqing and then meet and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, take the shuttle bus to your hotel, and enjoy the rest of the evening free at your leisure.

  • Overnight in Hong Kong
  • Meals: Breakfast

Day 16– Hong Kong

This morning, enjoy a half-day tour of Hong Kong Island. Start with a ride up to Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the surrounding islands, and then pass by picturesque Repulse Bay. Proceed next to the colorful fishing village of Aberdeen following by a visit to Stanley Market and a prestigious jewelry factory. After your tour, you will be returned back to your pick-up location.

  • Overnight in Hong Kong
  • Meals: Breakfast

Day 17– Hong Kong - Departure

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, and take the shuttle bust to the airport for your departure flight. Check out is 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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