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Location |
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| May 14 |
Beijing |
Arrive in Beijing
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Upon arrival in Beijing, transfer to the Crowne Plaza Hotel for 4 nights' accommodation. Meet your fellow travellers over a Welcome Dinner this evening.
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| May 15 |
Beijing |
Full day of Sightseeing including Tepmple of Heaven, Tian Men Square, Forbbiden City
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Today’s sightseeing begins at the Temple of Heaven, where the Qing emperors prayed for good harvests. In the early morning many locals practise Tai Chi and Ballroom Dancing in the park. Continue to Tian An Men Square, the largest public plaza in the world and visit the Great Hall of the People. Pass by the nearby National Theatre – ‘The Egg’ has fast become one of Beijing’s signature works of modern architecture. Spend a short time exploring the Qianmen district. Modern shops have edged out the past on the main thoroughfare, but along the side streets, local shops still abound. A special Peking Duck lunch will be served here at the famous Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant. This afternoon, explore the incredible Forbidden City which was the Imperial Palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasty.
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| May 16 |
Beijing |
Full day excursion to the Great Wall of China
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After breakfast, enjoy a full day excursion to the Great Wall at Mutianyu. You will take a cable car ride up to the wall which is one of the world's most awesome sights - over 3,700 miles long and the greatest man made structure in the world. Continue to the Ming Tombs to visit the Chang Tomb and stroll along the Sacred Way.
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| May 17 |
Beijing |
Visit the Summer Palace and Olympic Green
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L |
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This morning, visit the lavish Summer Palace. Take a stroll along the 700+ metre ‘Long Corridor’, see the marble boat, and the 150 metre long, 17-arch bridge on Kunming Lake. Continue to visit the ancient alleyways or ‘hutongs’ near the Forbidden City. Meet some local residents and visit one of their homes. Today’s final visit is to Olympic Green to view some of the venues constructed for the 2008 Olympics. You will have some free time here to stroll the grounds, or visit one of the venues if you wish. This evening, enjoy the Legend of Kung Fu Show.
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| May 18 |
Beijing - Xian |
Flight from Beijing to Xian
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L |
D |
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Depart Beijing by air today for Xian. Upon arrival begin sightseeing with the Shaannxi History Museum, widely considered to be one of the best museums in China. Continue to visit the City Wall, Bell Tower and Grand Mosque. Check-in at the Sofitel on Renmin Square. Enjoy a dumpling dinner tonight, at Defachang - a local speciality
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| May 19 |
Xian |
Sightseeing tour to the Shi Huang Di Tomb (Terra-Cotta Soldiers)
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D |
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Today, your sightseeing highlight is the Qin Shi Huang Di Tomb, with its Army of Terra-Cotta Soldiers and Bronze Chariots. This evening enjoy a Tang Dynasty Dinner & Show.
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| May 20 |
Xian - Chongqing |
Flight to Chongqing and board your ship for your Yangtze River Cruise
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L |
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Transfer to the airport for departure to Chongqing. Time permitting, visit the Panda Zoo before enjoying a local Sichuan Dinner. Continue to the pier to board your Victoria Cruise Ship, Victoria Jenna. Your ship casts off at approximately 9:00PM.
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| May 21 |
Yangtze River Cruise |
Shore Excursions to Fengdu, Shibaozhai or Wanzhou
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Today’s shore excursion will feature Fengdu, Shibaozhai or Wanzhou.
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| May 22 |
Yangtze River Cruise |
Sail through the Three Gorges
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L |
D |
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Head downstream through Qutang Gorge, the first of the three gorges. Next proceed through Wu Gorge. Later, disembark and board a small boat to ride along the Shennong Stream or Danning River. Re-board your ship and proceed through the passage cruising through Xiling, the longest and the last of the three gorges. Pass through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Locks. (Depending on river conditions, an optional excursion may be offered today to White Emperor City).
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| May 23 |
Yichang - Shanghai |
Three Gorges Dam site, fly to Shanghai
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B |
L |
D |
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Visit the site of Three Gorges Project, the largest hydroelectric project in the world. It will forever change the face of the Yangtze River. Transfer to the airport for departure to Shanghai. Check-in at the Renaissance Yu Yuan Garden Hotel.
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| May 24 |
Shanghai |
Sightseeing to The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple and Tu Tuan Garden & Bazaar
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L |
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Your sightseeing in Shanghai will include The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple, and Yu Yuan Garden and Bazaar. Tonight, attend an Acrobatic Show.
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| May 25 |
Shanghai - Zhujiajiao |
Visit the water town of Zhujiajiao with afternoon at leisure
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Take an excursion today to the water town of Zhujiajiao, including a cruise on the canals. Return to Shanghai with some free time this afternoon. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner on your final night in China.
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| May 26 |
Shanghai - Departure City |
Flight home
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Transfer to the airport for departure
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