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15 Days tour of Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yichang, Shanghai, Guilin and Hong Kong (Standard)

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Destinations: Beijing-Xian-Chongqing-Yangtze River Cruise-Yichang-Shanghai-Guilin-Hong Kong
Tour Code: YR-02S
From USD 3139
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Day 1	Place & Transport	Arrive in Beijing
	Today's Activities	Our guide will greet you at the airport and then transfer you to the well-located hotel. The rest of the day will be free for you to adjust to the jet lag or explore the city by yourself.

	Meals	None
	Accommodation	Mercure Beijing Downtown


Day 2	Place & Transport	Beijing
	Today's Activities	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 and taste a delicious lunch served at a local family home. Then enjoy the breathtaking views of Summer Palace, the finest imperial garden built in Qing Dynasty.
	Attractions	Forbidden City Summer Palace Tiananmen Square Peking Opera
	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch
	Accommodation	Mercure Beijing Downtown


Day 3	Place & Transport	Beijing
	Today's Activities	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). Taste delicious Peking Duck at dinner. In the evening, watch the world-famous Kungfu Show before driving back to hotel.

	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Peking Duck Dinner
	Accommodation	Mercure Beijing Downtown


Day 4	Place & Transport	Beijing-Xian
	Today's Activities	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 Xi'an 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.

	Meals	Breakfast
	Accommodation	Grand New World Hotel, Xian


Day 5	Place & Transport	Xian
	Today's Activities	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. After lunch, drive to the square in front of Big Wild Goose Pagoda. 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 attend a special Dumpling banquet followed by a remarkable Tang Dynasty Culture Show.
	Attractions	Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayan Ta)Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show Terracotta Army Xian City Wall (Xian Chengqiang)
	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dumpling Banquet
	Accommodation	Grand New World Hotel, Xian


Day 6	Place & Transport	Xian-Chongqing
	Today's Activities	Today, we visit the spectacular Xian City Wall （Bicycle Riding on the wall is included ), the grand Great Mosque and the bustling Muslim Street nearby. Then head for the airport and take the flight to Chongqing. Upon arrival in Chongqing, our guide will meet you at the airport and then visit Ciqikou Old Town if time permits. After dinner, embark the luxury cruise ship which will weigh anchor at 22:30.
	Attractions	Great Mosque of Xian Ciqikou Old Town
	Meals	Breakfast, Dinner
	Accommodation	MV President 2 Cruise MV President 3 Cruise


Day 7	Place & Transport	Yangtze River Cruise
	Today's Activities	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.

	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
	Accommodation	MV President 2 Cruise MV President 3 Cruise


Day 8	Place & Transport	Yangtze River Cruise
	Today's Activities	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. Tonight's Farewell Party begins at 19:00. And don't miss the excellent performance by the cruise staff at the get-together which begins at 20:30.
	Attractions	Shennong Stream Xiling Gorge Qutang Gorge Wu Gorge
	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
	Accommodation	MV President 2 Cruise MV President 3 Cruise


Day 9	Place & Transport	Yichang-Shanghai
	Today's Activities	Get up early and disembark to see the great project of Three Gorges Dam after breakfast. Return to the ship and prepare well for check-out. After lunch, the ship will arrive in Yichang at around 12:00. Our guide will meet you on board. Transfer you to the airportand then you will fly to the dynamic Shanghai. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by another local guide and transferred to the hotel.
	Attractions	Three Gorges Dam
	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch
	Accommodation	Ramada Plaza Gateway Hotel Shanghai


Day 10	Place & Transport	Shanghai
	Today's Activities	In the morning, pay a visit to Shanghai Museum where a large number of cultural relics from different dynasties are displayed, and Nanjing Road as well as the Bund. After lunch, visit Yuyuan Garden with the local market nearby.Pay a visit to former French Concession Region which is packed with numerous shops, French colonial architecture and plenty of cafés and restaurants. And then stroll along Tianzifang where you can find the special architecture of old Shanghai city. Enjoy the exciting Acrobatic Show in the evening. Drive back to the hotel.
	Attractions	Nanjing Road (Nanjinglu)Shanghai Museum Yuyuan Garden
	Meals	Breakfast, A La Carte Lunch
	Accommodation	Ramada Plaza Gateway Hotel Shanghai


Day 11	Place & Transport	Shanghai-Guilin
	Today's Activities	After morning break, transfer you to take the flight to Guilin. You will be picked up and transferred to the hotel by our guide.

	Meals	Breakfast
	Accommodation	Bravo Hotel, Guilin


Day 12	Place & Transport	Guilin-Yangshuo-Guilin
	Today's Activities	After a big breakfast (the lunch served on the cruise won't be as nice as the one served at a restaurant, so you're kindly advised to enjoy a big breakfast), our local guide will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Zhujiang Pier where we'll take a cruise to Yangshuo along the enthralling Li River. You'll spend roughly 4 hours on enjoying the intoxicating natural beauties. Upon your arrival in Yangshuo, an exciting short bicycle tour to the idyllic countryside will be followed after short refreshment. During the bicycle tour, a family visit is arranged for you to learn more about the daily life of local farmer's. Transfer back to Guilin. Note: If you do not like riding bicycle in Yangshuo, battery car could also be arranged instead of bicycle, but extra charge need be paid.
	Attractions	Biking in Beautiful Yangshuo Li River Yangshuo
	Meals	Breakfast, Lunch
	Accommodation	Sheraton Hotel, Guilin


Day 13	Place & Transport	Guilin-Hong Kong
	Today's Activities	Pay a visit of Elephant Trunk Hill, the landmark of Guilin. After lunch, visit Reed Flute Cave, where you could appreciate all the uniquely shaped rocks and various-colored stone pillars. Then, drive to the airport and take the flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, please go and check in the hotel we have booked for you by yourself.
	Attractions	Elephant Trunk Hill Reed Flute Cave
	Meals	Breakfast, A La Carte Lunch
	Accommodation	Metropark Kowloon Hotel


Day 14	Place & Transport	Hong Kong
	Today's Activities	The whole day in Hong Kong is left on your hands, so you can explore the intriguing charm of the city according to your preferences. You are highly recommended to visit the intoxicating Victoria Peak which ranks as Hong Kong's highest peak, the popular Repulse Bay which is reputed as Hong Kong's most enchanting bay and the famous Aberdeen Fishing Village where you will experience the traditional features of Hong Kong's fishing village, etc.
	Attractions	Avenue of Stars Repulse Bay Victoria Peak
	Meals	Breakfast
	Accommodation	Metropark Kowloon Hotel


Day 15	Place & Transport	Depart from Hong Kong
	Today's Activities	Please arrange your own transportation to the airport according to your homeward flight schedule. Service ends here.

	Meals	Breakfast

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:

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Occupancy Type	2-5 Travelers (USD)
High Season (5/1/2012-5/31/2012, 9/1/2012-10/31/2012)
Twin Occupancy	3190
Single Occupancy	4192
High Season (5/1/2013-5/31/2013, 9/1/2013-10/31/2013)
Twin Occupancy	3207
Single Occupancy	4147
Shoulder Season (6/1/2012-8/31/2012, 11/1/2012-11/30/2012)
Twin Occupancy	3139
Single Occupancy	4103
Shoulder Season (3/1/2013-4/30/2013, 6/1/2013-8/31/2013, 11/1/2013-11/30/2013)
Twin Occupancy	3169
Single Occupancy	4073
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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.). The room rates in Hong Kong can ONLY be confirmed after your exact travel dates is finalized.

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.

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