Splendid China & Yangtze (2010)

14 Days from only $2219

Beijing, Yangtze Cruise, Chongqing (Panda), Xian, Suzhou, Shanghai

Overview

This 14-Day China cruise tour offers an affordable alternative to our popular 15-Day "The Mighty Yangtze" by using 4-star hotels and cruising with East King, a China's official 5-star cruiser, which was used by Bill Gates and Warren Buffett when they visited China.

Your journey begins in Beijing with visits to its imperial treasures including the Great Wall and the Forbidden City. Thereafter you take a relaxing 4-night cruise sailing through the picturesque Yangtze River and its Three Gorges. You disembark at the mountain city of Chongqing for a visit to the Giant Panda, China's national treasure, then on to Xian to admire its famous Terra-cotta Warriors Legion. You also tour the water town of Suzhou, an ancient city renowned for its classic gardens, canals and silk production. Your memorable trip ends in Shanghai where you visit China's tallest building, walk on the river promenade and enjoy a thrilling Shanghai Acrobats.
 
What's Included

Non-stop transpacific airfare from San Francisco (SFO) or New York (JFK) to Beijing via Air China
 
All Intra-China flights, transportations and transfers
 
4-star hotel accommodation with private bath;
 
4-night Yangtze Cruise aboard China's official 5-star East King
 
Comprehensive private sightseeing tours including entrance fees
 
Yangtze Cruise shore excursions including port taxes
 
35 bountiful meals including 13 American buffet breakfast, 11 lunch and 11 dinner
 
Unique culinary events including an authentic Peking Duck dinner, a traditional Mongolian Barbecue buffet lunch, and a delicious Dumpling Banquet in Xian
 
Exclusive Culture InSites Program: Hutong tour in rickshaws, including a visit to kindergarten, Drum Tower, local family visit, home-hosted lunch, etc.
 
Exclusive experience of flashy new maglev ride in Shanghai
 
Professional service of an expert, resident Tour Director throughout China for a group of 10 travelers or more
 
Professional local guiding service in each destination city
 
Baggage handling service throughout China
 
Special evening shows including Tang Dynasty stage show and a breathtaking Shanghai Acrobatics
 
Trip Summary
 
Day 1
Depart USA
Day 2
Beijing
Day 3
Beijing
Day 4
Beijing
Day 5
Yangtze Cruise
Day 6
Yangtze Cruise
Day 7
Yangtze Cruise
Day 8
Yangtze Cruise
Day 9
Xian
Day 10
Xian
Day 11
Suzhou
Day 12
Shanghai
Day 13
Shanghai
Day 14
Fly home