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11 Days China Explorer & Cruise

11 days · 10 nights
Type·Small GroupPrivateCustom
Destinations·Beijing → Xi’an → Chongqing → Yangtze River Cruise → Yichang → Shanghai

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Journey Highlights

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Explore Beijing’s Imperial Heritage: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Hutong Rickshaw Tour

Hike Badaling Great Wall: Iconic & best-preserved section of the Great Wall

Visit Temple of Heaven: Royal Taoist altar for harvest prayers

Admire Summer Palace: Splendid classical imperial garden

Discover Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors: 8th ancient world wonder

Explore Xi’an City Wall & Muslim Quarter: Ancient defense & local culture

Sail Yangtze River Cruise: Scenic Three Gorges & onboard entertainment

Visit Three Gorges Dam: World’s largest hydroelectric project

Experience Shanghai’s Glamour: Yuyuan Garden, The Bund & Oriental Pearl Tower

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Beijing

Today’s Activities Upon your arrival, our local tour guide will meet you at the airport or train station and escort you to the hotel. You ar…

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Day 2 Beijing City Tour

Today’s Activities As a symbol of the nation, this world’s largest city square – Tian’anmen Square is surely not to be missed during your to…

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Day 3 Beijing Great Wall & Temple Tour

Today’s Activities Visit the Temple of Heaven, a complex of Taoist which was visited by Emperors of Ming and Qing Dynasties for annual Heave…

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Day 4 Beijing - Xi’an by Flight

Today’s Activities Take a tour to the once imperial summer getaway – Summer Palace for catching a lasting impression of this splendid classi…

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Day 5 Xi’an Heritage Tour

Today’s Activities The most known attraction of Xi’an City – Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses is surely on your visit-list. As the eighth won…

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Day 6 Xi’an - Chongqing by Flight & Cruise Boarding

Today’s Activities Take a walk on the 600-year-old Xi’an City Wall, one emblem of this ancient capital city and one of the largest well-pres…

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Day 7 Yangtze River Cruise

Today’s Activities Start your cruise tour on the mighty Yangtze River today! Enjoy the marvelous scenery along way and spend some time for a…

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Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise

Today’s Activities Go on with your cruise tour along China’s longest river Yangtze, passing through the breathtaking gorges. Steep precipice…

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Day 9 Cruise - Yichang - Shanghai by Flight

Today’s Activities Today is the last day on the cruise and you will tour pass the largest hydroelectric power project in the world – the maj…

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Day 10 Shanghai City Tour

Today’s Activities Set out for an energetic day at this pulsing metropolitan city Shanghai! Begin with the over 400-year-old Yuyuan Garden, …

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Day 11 Depart Shanghai

Today’s Activities The last day of your tour is free for your own arrangement. You can go shopping for some souvenirs or just stay in the ho…

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Accommodation: 5-star hotels in Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai + 3 nights deluxe Yangtze cruise (twin-sharing)
  • Meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 2 dinners as specified in itinerary
  • Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle; internal flights (Beijing-Xi’an, Xi’an-Chongqing, Yichang-Shanghai); Yangtze cruise ticket
  • Guide: Professional local English-speaking guides in each city
  • Tickets: First entrance fees to all listed scenic spots
  • Service: Airport/station transfers, luggage assistance, travel agency liability insurance
  • Taxes & service charges

Exclusions

  • International flights to/from China.
  • China visa fees.
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers and any expense of a personal nature.
  • Single room supplement.
  • Recommended optional activities.
  • Arrival/departure flights or train on the first and last day.
  • Our tour package does not include travel insurance. Please purchase travel insurance before your trip to protect for any unforeseen circumstances.

Important Information

Booking Information
After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation email with a Passenger Information Form. The Passenger Information Form must be completed within 72 hours of the purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this tour product, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions, in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.

Schedule of Fees
For changes to travel arrangements:

  • First change – No charge.
  • For all subsequent changes – USD50.
  • Any charges applied by a third party (for example, airline, cruise company, accommodation provider, other travel provider) cannot be waived.

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