Wonders of China & the Mighty Yangtze
Visit the enchanting cities of China, cruise amongst the spectacular Yangtze Gorges, and marvel at the magnificent Terracotta Warriors.
Terracotta Warriors, Xian
The Great Wall
Temple Of Heaven, Beijing
Suzhou Garden
Tiger Hill, Suzhou
Grand View Garden, Beijing
Wuhan, Hubei Province
Yichang
Xian City Wall
Three Gorges Dam
Longmen Gorge
Chongqing Gorge
Xiling Gorge
Shanghai
Nanjing Road, Shanghai
Marble Boat of the Empress Dowager Ci Xi, Summer Palace, Beijing
Beijing
Forbidden City, Beijing
Terracotta Warriors, Xian
Enjoy the magic of Hong Kong on a 4 night extension
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: Depart UK.
DAY 2: Arrive Shanghai.
On arrival in Shanghai you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure, which gives you time to experience the sophisticated and exciting city, once known as the 'Paris of the Orient'. (D)
DAY 3: Shanghai.
Today immerse yourself in cosmopolitan Shanghai and enjoy tours of the surreal Yu Yuan Garden, with its Ming Dynasty miniature landscapes; Nanjing Road and the Shanghai Museum, before a stroll along The Bund - Shanghai's famous waterside boulevard. After dinner, enjoy an included acrobatics show. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Shanghai - Wuhan.
Enjoy a morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your afternoon flight to Wuhan - the capital of Hubei Province and scene of China's 1911 revolution against the Qing dynasty, for an overnight stay. (B, D)
DAY 5: Wuhan - Yichang - Yangtze River.
This morning visit the Provincial Museum and stop for a photo opportunity at the East Lake before continuing to Yichang. Join your cruise boat, President No. 2, in the early evening for your four night Yangtze River cruise. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Yangtze River.
Set sail early this morning and cruise through the dramatic Three Gorges Dam Five Stage Ship Lock and the hauntingly serene Xiling Gorge. A shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam site, one of modern man's most remarkable undertakings, completes an enthralling day. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Yangtze River.
Another unforgettable day, with a shore visit to the Shennong Stream (or Lesser Three Gorges) and a cruise through Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Yangtze River.
Today includes a visit to either Shibaozhai - an ancient pagoda known as the shining pearl on the Yangtze, or Fengdu Ghost City. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Yangtze River - Chongqing - Xian.
Disembark your cruise boat at Chongqing for a short city tour and a visit to the nearby zoo to see pandas and other protected species. Afternoon flight to Xian for two nights. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Xian and Terracotta Warriors.
Discover the highlights of Xian, one of greatest cities civilisation has ever known. Today you will see the breathtaking Terracotta Warriors - 8,000 hand-carved life-size warriors buried alongside China's first emperor. Afterwards tour Xian’s 7th century Wild Goose Pagoda and the stunning city walls built on foundations partially made from rice. In the evening, enjoy an included dinner and show at the Tang Palace Theatre Restaurant. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: Xian - Beijing.
Take a morning flight to Beijing. On arrival visit the 15th century Temple of Heaven. Afterwards transfer to your hotel and spend the next two nights in this vibrant, historic city. (B, L, D)
DAY 12: Beijing and Great Wall of China.
An included full day tour of the legendary Great Wall of China at Juyunguan Pass. Stretching approximately 4,000 miles and dating back to the Ming period, this startling edifice will stay etched in your memory forever. Also visit the Summer Palace, with its ornate pavilions and halls. In the evening, enjoy a Peking Duck dinner. (B, L, D)
DAY 13: Beijing - Shanghai.
Another fascinating day lies ahead with Beijing city sightseeing. Visit vast Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, seat of China's former emperors. This evening, fly to Shanghai for two nights. (B, L, D)
DAY 14: Shanghai - Suzhou - Shanghai.
This morning take the train to Suzhou, one of China's most charming cities, known for its canals, arched bridges and silk-making. Visit the Garden of the Master of the Nets, a beautiful miniature garden set beside a small lake, a Suzhou silk reeling factory and the city's enchanting Panmen Gate. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride to the canal for a short boat ride along its leisurely Grand Canal, before returning to Shanghai in the late afternoon. (B, L, D)
DAY 15: Shanghai - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK, or extend your stay in Hong Kong. (B)
Accommodation on Tour
Shanghai: Xuhui International Executive Suites (4*); Wuhan: Best Western Premier Mayflowers (5*); Xian: Jianguo Hotel (4*); Beijing: Grand Gongda Jianguo (4*).
Visa Requirements
A visa is required for entry into China. This must be obtained prior to departure.
Tipping
Not included in the price
Tipping is at your own discretion - as a guide we recommend £3 per person per day.
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Wonders of China & the Mighty Yangtze
President No. 2
Twin cabin, President No. 2
Restaurant, President No. 2
Restaurant, President No. 2
Bar, President No. 2
Bar, President No. 2
Ballroom, President No. 2
Terrace, President No. 2
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President No. 2
The spacious yet elegant President No. 2, also known as 'Yellow Crane', is a deluxe river cruiser, purpose built for navigating the Yangtze River's mighty gorges and spectacular curves. Providing 6 spacious decks laden with a good selection of amenities and leisure facilities, President No. 2 offers accommodation for 201 passengers in 102 well-appointed, comfortable cabins and is an ideal base from which to explore the fascinating landscapes and cultures of central China.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Sun deck; restaurant; indoor observation room; bar and lounge; coffee bar; ballroom; reading and card rooms; fitness equipment; massage room; beauty salon; shops; clinic; internet access; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. Breakfast features a Chinese and Western style buffet. Lunch and evening meals feature traditional Chinese cuisine made and arranged by a high-class chef.
Cabins
All cabins are outside facing and have twin beds; air-conditioning; TV; fridge; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a standard cabin with window.
Options/Upgrades
Single cabin.
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What's Included
- Flights: UK - Shanghai - Wuhan; Chongqing - Xian - Beijing - Shanghai - UK
- Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
- Meals on tour 13 breakfasts (B), 11 lunches (L), 13 dinners (D)
- Travel on tour by comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Services of a tour director on tour and local guide in each city
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between overseas airports, hotels and cruise ship
- All local and airport taxes
Tour & Cruise Highlights
- Wuhan Provincial Museum
- Yangtze River Cruise
- Xian Terracotta Warriors and Wild Goose Pagoda
- Great Wall of China
- Beijing Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven
- Suzhou Garden of the Master of Nets
Departures from
- Birmingham
- Glasgow
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
- Newcastle
Departures between
25 Mar 2012 to 24 Mar 2013
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