22 Days Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Chongquin, Dazu Day Trip, Yangtze River, Three Gorges, Yichang, Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou
22 days of China's most popular cities including the Yangtze River and an excursion to the Shennong Stream home to the Mandarin Ducks and Golden furred Monkeys. Famous destinations like the Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, rock sculptures in Dazu, the scenic cruise on the Grand Canal in Suzhou and many more. If you have the time, this is the China trip you should take.
Day 01 Depart Canada
Your journey begins with boarding your transPacific flight to Beijing. Set your watch a day ahead as you cross the international dateline.
Day 02 Arrival at Beijing
Welcome to Beijing, the political and cultural centre of the world's most populous nation. You will be met by your friendly guide and transferred to the impressive 4-star Grand View Garden Hotel. (D)
Day 03 Beijing
Visit Tian An Men Square, the largest public plaza in the world. Tour the Forbidden City, which houses numerous priceless treasures. Two-dozen emperors lived here from the 15th to the early 20th century. Also visit the beautiful Summer Palace. A Peking Opera Performance is scheduled in the evening. (B/L/D)
Day 04 Beijing
On a daylong excursion, you will walk the mighty Great Wall and tour the ancient Ming Tombs. Enjoy a special Peking Duck dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 05 Beijing
Enjoy a half-day Hutong Tour by tricycle through the ancient residential areas. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon for free time to shop or relax. Dinner is on your own. We suggest that you have an authentic Chinese meal near the hotel, dine at a local noodle house, or have a western dinner at the hotel. Costs are nominal; a normal meal costs approximately USD 5 to 10 per person. (B/L)
Day 06 Beijing
Today is a free day for you to explore the city or to shop. Major sights and the Wang Fu Jing shopping street are within walking distance from your hotel. We also suggest you take a walk through the interesting Xiushui Silk Market where you can take advantage of super bargains. (B)
Day 07 Beijing - Xian
Visit the Temple of Heaven in the morning and later transfer to the airport to take a flight to Xian. Arrive and transfer to the 4-star Royal Garden Hotel. (B/L/D)
Day 08 Xian
In 1974, while digging a well, a farmer uncovered what turned out to be a major archaeological discovery of the 20th century; the Tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang guarded by the Terra Cotta warriors. Marvel at the statues of warriors and horses in battle formation, guarding the emperor and his precious treasures. In the afternoon, visit the ancient City Wall. Enjoy a dinner with four kinds of dumplings and the Tang Dynasty Show. (B/L/D)
Day 09 Xian - Guilin
Visit the Grand Mosque, which has incorporated a lot of traditional Chinese architectural characteristics with a symmetrical layout and also visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Later transfer to the airport to fly to Guilin. Arrive and transfer to the 4-star Park Hotel. Enjoy a buffet dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 10 Guilin
Enjoy a boat ride on the Li River, marvel at the unusual needle-like limestone hills surrounded by lush tropical growth. Arrive in Yangshuo in the afternoon, and stroll around in the free markets. Enjoy the amazing Impression Liusanjie Show. (B/L/D)
Day 11 Guilin - Chongquin
Visit the mysterious Reed Flute Cave, Fubo Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill. Transfer to the airport and fly to Chongqing. Arrive and transfer to the 4-star Holiday Inn Hotel. (B/L/D)
Day 12 Dazu Day Trip - Preboard Cruiser
This morning, take the coach to the stone carvings of Dazu. Large numbers of cliffside-cut sculptures were created in Dazu County when grotto art was declining in the northern part of China and along the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze. In Dazu, there are about 100,000 statues scattered over 70 places. According to the stone inscriptions, Dazu Rock Sculptures began to be chiseled in 650BC. Afterwards pre-board the 4-star Oriental Emperor or vessel of similar class. (B/L/D)
Day 13 Yangtze River
Set sail in the early morning, absorbing the spectacular sights on the Yangtze and appreciating its rich history and beauty. Depending on water and weather conditions, today's shore excursion is a visit to Fengdu "the Ghost City" or Wanxian. Enjoy a Captain's dinner and folkloric performance in the evening. (B/L/D)
Day 14 Three Gorges
In the early morning, admire breathtaking sights of the narrow cliff walls and dramatic vistas in the Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. After lunch, take a small boat to enjoy a shore excursion to the scenic Shennong Stream, a natural habitat of mandarin ducks and golden fur monkeys. See the amazing Hanging Coffins on the high surrounding cliffs. In the late afternoon, pass through the Xiling Gorge. (B/L/D)
Day 15 Yichang - Shanghai - Suzhou
Arrive in Yichang at 11:00 am. Visit the Three Gorges Dam Site. Transfer to the airport and board to flight to Shanghai. Arrive and transfer by bus to Suzhou, the "Venice of the East". Stay at the 4-star Castle Hotel. (B/L/D)
Day 16 Suzhou
Today enjoy a leisurely Grand Canal boat cruise, a visit to the Master of Nets Garden and a Silk Factory. (B/L/D)
Day 17 Suzhou - Hangzhou
Today tour the Tiger Hill and the Embroidery Institute. Take an afternoon train to Hangzhou. Stay at the 4-star Holiday Inn Hotel. (B/L/D)
Day 18 Hangzhou
Hangzhou is a romantic city with charm and tranquility. Relax on a cruise on the serene waters of the West Lake, which mirror the surrounding landscape. Visit the Lingyin Temple and the Dragon Well Longjing Tea Plantation where you can sip a cup of delicious green tea. Also visit the Six Harmony Pagoda. (B/L/D)
Day 19 Hangzhou - Shanghai
Transfer to the station and board an AM train to Shanghai. Arrive in the afternoon and visit the Bund. Stay at the 4-star Best Western New Century Hotel. An amazing Acrobatic Show is arranged after dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 20 Shanghai
Today visit the Jade Buddha Temple, the Nanjing Road commercial district and also the Yu Yuan Garden. (B/L/D)
Day 21 Shanghai
Enjoy a free day on your own to explore or relax. (B)
Day 22 Depart Shanghai
After breakfast, pack your bargains and say good-bye to China as you are transferred to the airport to board transPacific flight back to home city. (B)
Tour Departs: Daily
Tour Cost valid for
Double
Single
Apr- May
C $3960
C $4960
Jun - Aug
C $3885
C $4865
Sep - Nov
C $3970
C $4930
Dec - Jan - Feb.
C $3790
C $4780
Tour Cost Includes:
• 17 nights of hotel accommodations (on twin sharing basis) with breakfast in hotels;
• 3 nights of cruise accommodation (on twin sharing basis) with three meals per day;
• meals as listed above (15 lunch and 14 dinner in local restaurant);
• All transfers and transportation within the tour by coach;
• Entrance fee to the above scenic spots;
• Domestic airfare Beijing/Xi’an/Guilin/Chongqing and Yichang/Shanghai with tax;
• Train tickets Suzhou/Hangzhou/Shanghai;
• Well-trained English speaking tour guide;
Tour Cost Does Not Include:
• Roundtrip international airfare with tax;
• China visa fee;
• Travel insurance;
• Personal expenses;
• Tips to guide and driver;
Air fares: Please call us at 1-800-898-2638 for International Airfares from your departure city
Ultimate China with Yangtze Experience