13 Days Beijing-Xi'an-Chengdu-Chongqing-Yangtze River Cruise-Yichang-Shanghai Tour
Destination:Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Shanghai, Xi'an
Tour Code: SGT07
Tour Duration: 13 Days
- Tour overview:
- This is a semi-independent tour with Beijing and Xi'an, two most renowned ancient imperial cities of China, Chengdu-hometown to pandas, wonderful Yangtze Cruise and Shanghai, a world-famous oriental metropolis, during which you will have some free time to take some stroll and explore on your own.
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Day by Day Itinerary
Tour Summary
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B=Breakfast,L=Lunch,D=Dinner
Day 1
Beijing Arrival
Transfer via: Flight on your own arrangement
Upon your arrival in Beijing, you will be greeted by our local guide and then transferred to your hotel by a private air-conditioned car. For the rest of the day you will enjoy some leisure time.
Day 2
Beijing (B, L)
Sightseeing: Mutianyu Great Wall, Ming Tombs , Sacred Way
After experiencing the royal lifestyle, today we will be transferred to the surrounding countryside of Beijing and visit the Mutianyu Great Wall, this less-crowded section of the Great Wall is a pleasant drive 90km NE of Beijing. A cable car takes you to a good section (avoiding a very steep climb), where you can walk along the wall, through the watch towers and enjoy superb views as it snakes across the hills and mountains.
In the afternoon we will visit the legendary Ming Tombs, which are situated at the foot of Heavenly Longevity Mountain, Changping, northwest of Beijing. Since there are 13 Ming emperors buried there, this place was called the 13 Ming Tombs. You will walk along the Sacred Way, a road guarded by stone statues on both sides, as the ancient emperors did to hold a memorial ceremony for their ancestors. Finally, you will encounter the marble tombs of the Ming Dynasty emperors and visit one of the spectacular tombs, indeed an underground palace.
On the way back to hotel, you will be driven to visit the main 2008 Beijing Olympic venues, take an exterior visit of both the Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest/Olympic Stadium), National Swimming Centre(the 'Water Cube'),feel free to take some photos of the stadiums.
Day 3
Beijing / Xi'an (B)
Transfer via: High speed train on our arrangement
Today is a free day to see some of the downtown sights of Beijing such as the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven. Make your own way to the station for high speed train to Xian.
Day 4
Xi'an (B, L)
Sightseeing: Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, Bell Tower, Big Wild Goose Pagoda
In the morning. visit the Banpo Museum, Banpo Neolithic Village Museum. The remains of this village, located just east of Xian and inhabited from about 4500 B.C. to 3750 B.C., were discovered in 1953.Inside the museum, there are the hall for the ruins, the hall for cultural relics, and the clay cave ruins. The Banpo Lady Statue on the rock in the garden pond bears a physical resemblance to the early Banpo people.
Then we will go on to visit the amazing 2000-year-old Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses. Regarded as the 8th Wonder of the World, the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Over 2,200 years ago, the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, ordered the construction of a vast army of Terra-cotta warriors in search of immortality. After his early death they were buried with him to protect his empire. More than 7000 vivid figures in full battle array are formed for battle in several large pits.
Afterwards you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Day 5
Xi'an / Chengdu (B)
Transfer via: High speed train on our arrangement
Free morning in Xi'an to further explore such sights as the Drum Tower and Bell Tower or a trip to the Hanyangling Mausoleum. Make your own way to the station for the high speed train to Chengdu.Arrival in Chengdu. Be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 6
Chengdu (B, L)
Sightseeing: Chengdu Panda Breeding Research Base, Wuhou Memorial Temple, Jinli Street
Today we will visit the Chengdu Panda Breeding Research Base, which was built to imitate the wild ecological environment of pandas. It covers a space of 92 acres, with a green coverage of 96 percent. The base created a perfect ecological environment for the living and breeding of pandas and other precious and rare wild animals. It breeds over 20 pandas and lesser pandas, black-necked cranes, white cranes and others.
And then you will visit the Wuhou Memorial Temple. The temple is dedicated to Zhuge Liang, the Martial Marquis of Shu in the Three Kingdoms. His outstanding intelligence place Zhuge Liang above all emperors, generals, and ministers in history.
Afterwards you will take a walk along Jinli Street which is particularly representative for this city. It is recorded that as already during Qin Dynasty (221 BC - 206 BC), Jinli Street was the most famous place for baldachin - a rich, ornate cloth. During Shu Kingdom (221-263) it was one of the busiest commercial streets. Hence, it is known as 'First Street of the Shu Kingdom'. In order to reclaim the street's prosperity of former days, it was restored with contributions from the Wuhou Memorial Temple and was opened to public in October of 2004.
Day 7
Chengdu / Chongqing / Yangtze River Cruise (B)
Transfer via: High speed train on our arrangement
After breakfast a free morning before making your own way to the station to catch an express train to Chongqing on the banks of the Yangtze River. Upon arrival in Chongqing, you will be met and transferred directly to the dock by a private air-conditioned car to pre-board the ship. Then your guide will leave the boat and your cruise will start at about 10:00 pm.
Day 8
Yangtze River Cruise (B, L, D)
Sightseeing: Fengdu Ghost City, Wanxian, or Shibaozhai
(8:00-10:00) Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City, Wanxian, or Shibaozhai (depending on river conditions). Then return to the ship and sail towards the magnificent Three Gorges.
Fengdu, with fantastic temples of underworld demons and gods, is constructed on the Mingshan Hill by the river band. It is known as the "Ghost City" and is a place for punishing the devil and awarding the good.
Wanxian: One of the most important and largest ports on the Yangtze. It is widely known for its variety and hustling markets. Fifty percent of the city will be resettled after the Three Gorges Dam Project is completed.
Shibaozhai represents the first gem of Chinese architecture to be encountered on the downstream journey. From afar, the protruding 220-metre (720-foot) hill on the north bank can appear to resemble a jade seal, and is so named.
Day 9
Yangtze River Cruise (B, L, D)
Sightseeing: Shennong Stream
(08:00-13:00) Passing through Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge.
(13:00-16:30) Boat excursion to Shennong Stream.
(17:30) Passing through Xiling Gorge.
Shennong Stream is another tributary of the Yangtze River, and its fast-flowing, clear water runs southwards through deep gorges. The stream races past large and small karst caves, flocks of swallows, sheer cliffs, deep gorges, waterfalls, three-colored springs, rapids, the ancient plank path, a suspended coffin in the cliff, groups of ancient tombs and marvelous Karst formations.
Day 10
Yangtze River Cruise / Yichang / Shanghai (B, L)
Transfer via: Flight on our arrangement
Sightseeing: Three Gorges Dam
(08:00-10:00) Shore excursion to The Three Gorges Dam Site.
(13:00) Disembark at Yichang
Three Gorges Dam is the largest water conservancy project undertaken by man. Formally, the construction of the dam began in 1994. The body of the dam was completed in 2003, and the whole construction will be completed in 2009. It will be 2,335 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom. Tourists can get access to the top of the dam.
After you disembarked from the ship, you will be met and transferred to the airport to take your flight to Shanghai. Our local guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel.
Day 11
Shanghai (B, L)
Sightseeing: Yuyuan Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Oriental Pearl Tower
After breakfast, we will take a relaxing walk to the lovely Yuyuan Garden, a beautiful garden in the south of the Yangtze River. Wandering through it, you will find pavilions, corridors, streams, courtyards as well as many other natural features.
Continue, with a visit of Jade Buddha Temple. The old-time and classical architectural style makes the temple unique and inimitable in this modern city. Both, the Sitting Buddha and the Recumbent Buddha are carved with whole white jade. If you're lucky, you can watch the monks serving a ceremony in a side room.
Then we will go on to Shanghai Museum which is the biggest museum of China. It incorporates a collection of over 120,000 pieces of Chinese art & cultural relics and is especially famous for its treasures of bronzes, ceramics, paintings and calligraphy.
Afterwards we will head to the Oriental Pearl Tower, the highest TV Tower in Asia, which creates a picture of 'twin dragons playing with pearls'. The entire scene is a photographic jewel that excites the imagination and attracts thousands of visitors all year-round.
Day 12
Shanghai
Free day in Shanghai for last minute shopping or sightseeing or perhaps a trip to the nearby water town of Suzhou.
Day 13
Shanghai Departure (B)
Transfer via: Flight on your own arrangement
Your time is your own, until our guide escorts you to the airport for your flight departure.
B=Breakfast,L=Lunch,D=Dinner
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Beijing
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Arrive in Beijing, be met and transferred to hotel.
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| Day 2 |
Beijing
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Full day visit Mutianyu Great Wall , Ming Tombs , The Sacred Way . On the way back to hotel, you will be driven to visit the main 2008 Beijing Olympic venues, take an exterior visit of both the Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest/Olympic Stadium) , National Swimming Centre('The Water Cube') Beijing , feel free to take some photos of the stadiums.
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| Day 3 |
Beijing/Xi'an
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Free day in Beijing. On your own arrangement to get to railway station to take high speed train to Xi'an.
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| Day 4 |
Xi'an
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In the morning, visit Banpo Museum , The Terracotta Army and Horses .
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| Day 5 |
Xi'an/Chengdu
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Free morning in Xi'an. Make your own way to the station for the high speed train to Chengdu.Arrival in Chengdu. Be met and transferred to your hotel.
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Chengdu
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In the morning, have a private city tour to visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding , Wuhou Memorial Temple , Jinli Street .
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| Day 7 |
Chengdu/Chongqing/Yangtze River Cruise
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A free morning before making your own way to the station to catch the high speed train to Chongqing. Upon arrival in Chongqing, you will be met and transferred directly to the dock to pre-board the ship. Your cruise will start at about 10pm. |
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| Day 8 |
Yangtze River Cruise
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Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (8:00-10:00am). |
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| Day 9 |
Yangtze River Cruise
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Shore excursion to Shennong Stream (1:30-5:30pm). |
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| Day 10 |
Yangtze River Cruise/Yichang/Shanghai
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Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam site. Arrive in Yichang at 1:00PM, be met at the dock and transferred to airport for flight to Shanghai. Arrive in Shanghai, be met and transferred to hotel.
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| Day 11 |
Shanghai
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City tour to Yuyuan Garden , Jade Buddha Temple , Shanghai Museum , Oriental Pearl TV Tower .
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Shanghai
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Free day in Shanghai.
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| Day 13 |
Shanghai
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Free at leisure till be transferred to airport for your flight departure. |
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Price
| Season | Tour Class | Group Size | Single Room Supplement |
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| 1pax | 2-5pax | 6-9pax | |||
| Low Season | 3*(Tourist Class) | $2205 | $1570 | $1388 | $576 |
| 4*(Deluxe Class) | $2469 | $1695 | $1512 | $695 | |
| 5*(First Class) | $2848 | $1946 | $1759 | $946 | |
| Peak Season | 3*(Tourist Class) | $2205 | $1570 | $1388 | $576 |
| 4*(Deluxe Class) | $2469 | $1695 | $1512 | $695 | |
| 5*(First Class) | $2848 | $1946 | $1759 | $946 | |
| Shoulder Season | 3*(Tourist Class) | $2205 | $1570 | $1388 | $576 |
| 4*(Deluxe Class) | $2469 | $1695 | $1512 | $695 | |
| 5*(First Class) | $2848 | $1946 | $1759 | $946 | |
-NOTE:
1. Normally hotels allow a maximum of 3 adults per room with an extra bed, at extra charge. Some hotels will allow three adults and a small child.
2. Tour price is indicative only, please enquire for a detailed quotation.
3. More people more discounts. Please enquire for more details.
Price Includes
A. Entrance fees：To scenic spots as listed above in the itinerary.
B. Meals: All meals as specified in the itinerary.
C. Private Transfers: Among airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in the above cities by the private air conditioned vehicle.
D. Guide and Driver: As outlined in the itinerary, a well selected English-speaking guide and driver will accompany you throughout the entire tour in that city. They do not fly with you from one city to another.
E. Hotels: Hotel Based on two persons sharing one room with twin beds. All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
F. Luggage Transfers: Between airports and hotels.
G. Service Charge & Government Taxes.
H. Travel insurance in mainland China during the above travel period.
I. Arrangements: The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
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