10 Days China Picturesque Scenery and Yangtze River Cruise Tour

Explore Hong Kong’s iconic skyline from every angle: Visit Victoria Peak for sweeping views of the city’s skyscrapers, Repulse Bay’s golden beaches, and Aberdeen’s floating fishing villages. As night falls, witness the famous Symphony of Lights show along Victoria Harbour, where waterfront buildings light up in a dazzling synchronized display—Hong Kong’s most beloved night spectacle.

Hike the layered mountainsides of the Longji Rice Terraces: Carved into the slopes by Zhuang and Yao villagers over 700 years ago, these terraces form a breathtaking, cascading pattern across the mountains. Walk through the terraced fields, visit traditional wooden stilt villages, and learn about local farming culture from residents who still tend these historic fields today.

Drift and ride through Guangxi’s most stunning landscapes: Glide along the Li River on a leisurely cruise, passing jagged karst peaks that rise straight from the water, just like scenes from classic Chinese paintings. Then hop on a bike to explore Yangshuo’s quiet backroads, past bamboo groves and sleepy villages, before strolling lively West Street for local snacks and souvenirs.

Experience Chongqing’s mix of wildlife and heritage: Visit Chongqing Zoo to meet playful giant pandas as they munch bamboo and play in their enclosures. Then wander Ciqikou Old Town, a preserved riverside neighborhood with cobblestone streets, traditional wooden houses, and stalls serving spicy Chongqing snacks— a taste of old Chongqing before boarding your Yangtze River cruise.

Cruise the heart of the Yangtze River’s most dramatic stretch: Board your deluxe cruise ship and sail through the Three Gorges, passing the steep cliffs of Qutang Gorge, misty peaks of Wu Gorge, and winding waters of Xiling Gorge. Stop for a shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City, a historic riverside town with ancient temples and folklore, as you glide past stunning river scenery.

Visit the world’s largest hydroelectric project: Explore the monumental Three Gorges Dam, a feat of modern engineering spanning the Yangtze River. Walk across the dam’s viewing platforms, learn about its construction and impact on the river, and watch the massive ship locks in operation—an awe-inspiring look at one of China’s most iconic infrastructure projects.

Wander through Shanghai’s dual identities: Stroll The Bund, where grand colonial-era buildings stand beside futuristic skyscrapers, showcasing Shanghai’s history as a trading port and modern metropolis. Then step into Yu Garden, a classic Chinese garden with winding paths, lotus ponds, and pavilions dating back to the Ming Dynasty, before exploring bustling Nanjing Road for a taste of Shanghai’s vibrant city life.