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Day 1
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Arrive in Beijing
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Our guide will greet you at the airport and then transfer you to the well-located 5-star hotel. The rest of the day will be free for you to adjust to the jet lag or explore the city by yourself.
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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). Taste delicious Peking Duck at dinner.
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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 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.
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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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The Westin Xian |
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Day 6
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Place & Transport |
Xian - Chonhqing
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The morning tour includes the well preserved Xi'an City Wall, which was built in the 13th century on the foundations of the original Tang Forbidden City; a bike ride on the wall is arranged. Followed by visiting the Great Mosque and the famous Muslim Street nearby, you touch the real local life here. Then transfer to the airport and leaving for Chongqing. You'll have lunch on the flight to Chongqing. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our guide at the airport. If time permits, you will explore the historic Ciqikou Old Town. Then embark on the deluxe Century Star Cruise ship which weighs anchor at 22:30.
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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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Qutang 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 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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Three Gorges Dam |
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Breakfast |
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President Prime, Deluxe Suite with Balcony |
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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, famous Nanjing Road and the Bund. After enjoying lunch, visit Yuyuan Garden with the local market nearby, then visit Tianzifang Lane where you can see the architectures of old Shanghai style. Enjoy the exciting Acrobatic Show. Drive back to the hotel.
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Nanjing Road (Nanjinglu)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 |
Shanghai–Guilin
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You will be transferred to the airport to take a flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and take you to the hotel. The rest time is free.
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Breakfast |
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Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin (Deluxe River View Room) |
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Day 12
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Place & Transport |
Guilin–Yangshuo - Guilin
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A beautiful day starts with a scenic drive through the countryside. You arrive at the Zhujiang Pier to embark on a memorable Li River cruise. The 4 - hours' cruise allows you to appreciate the classical Chinese landscapes — bamboo groves, fishermen's villages, limestone peaks and Karst sceneries. Your cruise ends at the famed Yangshuo finally. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and explore this fascinating town by riding a bicycle through the quiet and comfortable countryside and enjoy the rural life in China. On the way of biking, a visit to a local family is included to experience the local lifestyle. At last, transfer back to your hotel in Guilin.
Note: If you don't like riding bicycle in Yangshuo, electric sightseeing vehicle could also be arranged instead, but the extra charge will be paid on your own.
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Li River |
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Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese and Western Buffet served on cruise) |
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Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin (Deluxe River View Room) |
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Day 15
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Place & Transport |
Depart from Hong Kong
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We will arrange private transfer from hotel to airport for you. 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 | 5809 |
| Single Occupancy | 8874 |
| High Season (5/1/2012-5/31/2012, 9/1/2012-10/31/2012) |
| Twin Occupancy | 6026 |
| Single Occupancy | 9337 |
| Shoulder Season (3/1/2013-4/30/2013, 6/1/2013-8/31/2013, 11/1/2013-11/30/2013) |
| Twin Occupancy | 5611 |
| Single Occupancy | 8479 |
| Shoulder Season (6/1/2012-8/31/2012, 11/1/2012-11/30/2012) |
| Twin Occupancy | 5813 |
| Single Occupancy | 8910 |
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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.).
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.
