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17 - Day Standard Tours

Beijing- Shanghai- Wuhan- Yangtze River Cruise- Chongqing- Xian- Guilin- Yangshuo - Hong Kong
Tour Code CT08-S412 
Category StandardLuxury   
Price Starting from $2320.00 per person Price Details
 
Departure Based on the cruise sailing date, Please click.

Day by Day Itinerary

B - Breakfast      L- Lunch      D- Dinner

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of your day is free.
 
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza  - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


 

Forbidden City, Beijing



Day 02: Beijing
You will walk through Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.  Tonight you will feast on Peking Duck Dinner at a famous restaurant.  Following dinner you will witness a lively Peking Opera performance at the Liyuan Theatre. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza  - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day 03: Beijing
Today you will walk on the most visited segment of the Great Wall, Badaling. To avoid the tourist eateries at the Wall, you will be taken to a local popular Sichuan restaurant for lunch. After lunch, you will visit the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)
 
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza  - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day 04: Beijing - Shanghai
This morning you will visit the ornate Summer Palace on the shores of the immense Kunming Lake. After lunch, take the afternoon flight to Shanghai and transfer to hotel. Explore the city of Shanghai along the Nanjing Road and the Bund. (B+L)
 
Accommodation: River Bund Hotel  


 

Our clients at the Bund of Shanghai

Provided by Mr. Rushabh Shah



Day 05: Shanghai
Today tour the Shanghai Museum and Yuyuan Garden. Later, you will visit a local family to experience the local people's life. Tonight's dinner will feature Shanghai cuisine at the renowned 260-year old Wang Bao He restaurant. After dinner, you'll go to the Shanghai Centre Theatre and see the fabulous Portman Acrobatic Show. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: River Bund Hotel  


Day 06: Shanghai - Wuhan
This morning tour the Jade Buddha Temple. Then take flight to Wuhan. You will have the opportunity to visit the Hubei Provincial Museum. Tonight enjoy your dinner at a local renowned restaurant. Then you will embark on the deluxe German-made cruise ship. At 19:00, the ship sets sail up the mighty Yangtze River. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruises


Day 07: Sailing
Enjoy a full day cruise sailing on the majestic Yangtze River. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruises


 

Wu Gorge, Yangtze River cruise tour



Day 08: Sandouping
Today's visit is a short excursion to the monumental Three Gorges Dam Project at Sandouping. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruises


Day 09: Shennong Stream
Today, you'll stop at the town of Badong and take a small junk up the Shennong Stream and enjoy the spectacular natural scenery. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruises


Day 10: Wanxian
Take a land excursion to Wanxian County to visit the local market and enjoy the youth acrobatic show there. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: China Regal Cruises


Day 11: Chongqing - Xian
At 10:00 our cruise ends in Chongqing. You will then have the opportunity to visit the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and the Residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch at the 4-star Holiday Inn Yangtze. Then take a flight to Xian and transfer to the hotel. (B+L)
 
Accommodation: Grand New World Hotel


 

Our clients visiting the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, Xian



Day 12: Xian
Tour the astounding Museum of Qin Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses. Then we'll return to the city for an excellent Cantonese lunch. In the afternoon, explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Great Mosque. Tonight you'll enjoy Xian's famous dining specialty, the Dumpling Banquet. After dinner you'll be entertained by the marvelous Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: Grand New World Hotel  


Day 13: Xian - Guilin
Visit the Shaanxi Provincial History Museum in the morning. After enjoying the a la carte lunch at a local renowned restaurant, visit the City Wall. Then take flight to Guilin and transfer to the hotel. After dinner, you will enjoy the Ethnic Minority Songs and Dances at Lijiang Theatre. (B+L+D)
 
Accommodation: Guilin Bravo Hotel  - former Holiday Inn Hotel


Day 14: Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin
Enduring memories are created today as you cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Upon arrival in Yangshuo you can take a short bicycle trip to the countryside where you will visit a local villager's home and experience his rural lifestyle. Alternatively you can take our electric car instead of a bicycle. Then take the short drive back to Guilin. (Sometimes the food served on the cruise is not the best, so consider a hearty breakfast at the hotel this morning) (B+L)
 
Accommodation: Guilin Bravo Hotel  - former Holiday Inn Hotel


 

Our clients in rural Yangshuo



Day 15: Guilin - Hong Kong
Today's visit includes the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill. Then take an afternoon flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)
 
Accommodation: Regal Kowloon Hotel  


Day 16: Hong Kong
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to have a half-day Hongkong Island Tour. Peak tram ride to mid-level of Central District then to the Victoria Peak, visit the Repulse Bay, Aberdeen and Stanley Market on your own. (B)
 
Accommodation: Regal Kowloon Hotel  


Day 17: Departure from Hong Kong
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)


Prices (based on per person and shown in US dollars)

Prices  (Valid from Mar. 1st, 2008 to Feb. 28th, 2009)

SeasonGroup size 2-5 travelers 6-9 travelers 10 travelers & above
High season Double Occupancy $3120.00 $2750.00 $2470.00
Sole Occupancy $4090.00 $3720.00 $3390.00
Low season Double Occupancy $2970.00 $2600.00 $2320.00
Sole Occupancy $3820.00 $3460.00 $3130.00
Remark :Quotations listed are valid excluding the periods of Olympic Games staying in Beijing; F1 Grand Prix staying in Shanghai; May 01 to May 06, Oct 01 to Oct 06, Jan 26 to Jan 31, 2009 staying in Guilin; Mar 27 to Mar 30 (Rugby 7 period), Apr 14 to Apr 30, Oct 10 to Nov 15 staying in Hongkong.