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Day 1
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Arrive in Beijing
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You'll be greeted outside the baggage claim area at Beijing Capital Airport and then transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day will be left on your hands to adjust to the time difference.
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The Westin Beijing Chaoyang  |
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Day 2
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Place & Transport |
Beijing
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After breakfast, your visit in Beijing begins from the largest public square in the world - Tiananmen Square. Walking through the square, you will enter the world's largest palace building complex - Forbidden City. Afterwards, drive to Old Beijing's Hutongs (narrow alleys) for a rickshaw ride, visit a traditional courtyard house. Then enjoy the breathtaking views of Summer Palace, the finest imperial garden built in Qing Dynasty.
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Forbidden CitySummer PalaceTiananmen Square |
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Breakfast |
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The Westin Beijing Chaoyang |
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Day 3
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Place & Transport |
Beijing
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The morning excursion takes you to Temple of Heaven where emperors of Ming and Qing Dynasties worshipped heaven for good harvest. After lunch at a local restaurant, you take a scenic drive to the Great Wall, the less- crowded Mutianyu section (including round-trip cable car). Sample the Chinese feast in a deluxe Peking Duck restaurant.
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Breakfast, Peking Duck Dinner |
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The Westin Beijing Chaoyang |
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Day 4
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Place & Transport |
Beijing - Xian
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Check out in the morning, and then take a photo stop at the Bird's Nest and Water Cube - the main stadiums of 2008 Beijing Olympics on the way to Beijing 798 Art Zone. Beijing 798 Art Zone with more than 200 art & culture galleries was once a military-industrial factory complex since early 1950's. As for lunch, you can get by yourself in Beijing 798 Art Zone. Then take the afternoon flight to Xian for more Chinese history experience. Upon arrival in Xian, our local guide will greet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free.
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Breakfast |
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The Westin Xian |
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Day 5
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Place & Transport |
Xian
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Take an excursion to China's greatest archaeological discovery - Terracotta Warriors and Horses, an underground army for the tomb of China's First Emperor over 2,200 years ago. Drive to the square in front of Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the afternoon. Built in the Tang Dynasty, the pagoda is the landmark of this city. A walk around the square will help you appreciate the exquisite Tang-styled architectures and sculptures. This evening, you will attend a Dinner Show at Tang Dynasty Theatre Restaurant.
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Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayan Ta)Tang Dynasty Music and Dance ShowTerracotta Army |
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Breakfast, Dinner(Royal Banquet) |
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Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin (Deluxe River View Room) |
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Day 6
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Place & Transport |
Xian - Chongqing
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After breakfast we will head to the Great Mosque and the Moslem Street. Then transfer to the airport and fly to Chongqing. Upon arrival, time permitting, you will be transferred to the historic Ciqikou Old Town. Then embark on the deluxe Century Star Cruise Ship which weighs anchor at 22:30.
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Great Mosque of Xian |
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Breakfast |
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President Prime, Deluxe Suite with Balcony |
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Day 7
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Place & Transport |
Yangtze River Cruise
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Sail along the Yangtze River today. There is a necessary Safety, Orientation & River Briefing presentation for you in the morning. Take a shore excursion to Shibaozhai, which looks like a strangely-shaped pagoda hugging a hill. It is about 200 meters or 700 feet tall. Shibaozhai Pagoda is a 12-tier wooden pavilion with a height of 56 meters (184 feet) built against the mountain. Visitors reach the top of the mountain by climbing the stairs inside the pavilion.
Enjoy the wonderful Chinese folk dance and music performance by the cruise staff at the exciting Captain's Welcome Banquet in the evening.
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
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President Prime, Deluxe Suite with Balcony |
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Day 8
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Place & Transport |
Yangtze River Cruise
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Today's sailing along Yangtze River offers you the unrivalled sights of the grand Qutang Gorge and the enticing Wu Gorge. The knowledgeable river guide will offer you more ideas about the Three Gorges including the ancient plank road, mengliang stairway, and hanging coffins, etc. Then land at Badong for a small wooden boat trip to enjoy the breathtaking natural beauties of the crystal clear Shennong Stream. Return to the ship and continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. At tonight's Farewell Party, you can join in the amazing performance by the cruise staff.
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Shennong StreamQutang GorgeWu Gorge |
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
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President Prime, Deluxe Suite with Balcony |
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Day 9
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Place & Transport |
Yichang - Shanghai
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Explore the gargantuan project of the Three Gorges Dam after breakfast. Then return to the ship and prepare for check-out. The ship will reach Yichang at about 11:30 and our guide will meet you on board. Then our guide will transfer you to the airport, and then you will fly to the dynamic Shanghai. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by another local guide and transferred to the hotel.
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Breakfast |
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The Peninsula Shanghai |
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Day 10
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Place & Transport |
Shanghai
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In the morning, head for Shanghai Museum where a large number of cultural relics from different Dynasties are displayed and nanjing Road. In the afternoon, visit Yuyuan Garden with the local market nearby, and then take a walk along Tianzifang where you can find the special architecture of old shanghai city. Enjoy the exciting Acrobatic Show. Drive back to the hotel.
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Shanghai MuseumYuyuan GardenChinese Acrobatic Show |
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Breakfast |
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The Peninsula Shanghai |
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Day 11
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Place & Transport |
Depart from Shanghai
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Our guide will pick you up at the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer you to the airport. Then you will fly to your next destination. Service ends.
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Breakfast |
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Land Only Prices & Highlights
10% OFF sale is available for all tours running between Nov 15, 2012 to Mar 15, 2013, excluding the period of Jan 1 to Jan 3 2013 and the period of Feb 6 to Feb 18 2013.
Note: To enjoy the private group with your family or friends, please find the prices (per person) below:
Enquiry| Occupancy Type | 2-5 Travelers
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| High Season (5/1/2013-5/31/2013, 9/1/2013-10/31/2013) |
| Twin Occupancy | 3904 |
| Single Occupancy | 6197 |
| High Season (5/1/2012-5/31/2012, 9/1/2012-10/31/2012) |
| Twin Occupancy | 4010 |
| Single Occupancy | 6486 |
| Shoulder Season (3/1/2013-4/30/2013, 6/1/2013-8/31/2013, 11/1/2013-11/30/2013) |
| Twin Occupancy | 3707 |
| Single Occupancy | 5802 |
| Shoulder Season (6/1/2012-8/31/2012, 11/1/2012-11/30/2012) |
| Twin Occupancy | 3797 |
| Single Occupancy | 6060 |
 Currency Converter |
The prices shown above are not valid during China's Offical Holidays (National Day - 01 to 07, Oct., Spring Festival - 09 to 15, Feb. 2013, ect.).
We intend to set aside most lunches and dinners on your own side so that you can dine at your own taste and pay at your own budget.
Services Inclusions:
- 1. Admission fees: to sightseeing spots & activities specified;
- 2. Meals: as specified above;
- 3. Tour guides: excellent private English-speaking guide.
- 4. Accommodations: hotels based on double/single occupancy as specified;
- 5. Transfers: domestic flights & land transfer with drivers as specified;
- 6. Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour;
- 7. Government taxes & fees.
Services Exclusions:
- 1. International transportation: including flights to/from China;
- 2. China visa fees;
- 3. Gratuities to guides & drivers and any expense of personal nature.
