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Tour Features
You will visit the Great Wall in Beijing which served as a symbol of power and cohesive force of the country, the picturesque city of Guilin and the exotic atmosphere in its outskirt town - Yangshuo. The tour will end in the bustling metropolis of Hongkong, from which you can easily catch a homeward flight.

Day by Day Itinerary

Departure:

Great Wall, China

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
You'll be picked up upon arrival at the Beijing Capital Airport and transferred to check into the hotel. The left hours of the day is free for individual activities. 

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza

Day 02: Beijing
You will be thrilled the whole day when you visit the Tiananmen Square - one of the largest and grandest city squares in the world; the Forbidden City of Ming and Qing Dynasties and the Temple of Heaven - once was the royal temple. The Beijing Duck Dinner is served as Welcome Dinner at a well-known restaurant. The cheering Peking Opera (the national opera) is scheduled as evening delight after dinner.(B+L+D)

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza

Day 03: Beijing
You will be accompanied by our local professional guide to one of the greatest world heritage sites - the Great Wall, Badaling section. Drive to escape the shopping site tourist restaurants near the Great Wall to have a decent meal -Sichuan food, for lunch. The visits continue to the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb in the afternoon.You will sample Cantonese cuisine for dinner at a top restaurant in the Wangfujing Street, a la carte style. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza


Day 04: Beijing - Xian
After the morning duration at the Royal Garden - Summer Palace and the Lama Temple, head for Xian by flight. Upon arrival, you will be met by your local professional tour guide and transferred to check into the well selected hotel, where a luxurious buffet dinner is served. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Sheraton Xian Hotel  

Day 05: Xian
You will have a visit to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum which is said to be the Eighth Wonder of the world. Drive back by highway to downtown to have a decent lunch at a well-known Cantonese cuisine restaurant. Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the City Wall after lunch. In the evening, we will arrange the marvelous Tang Dynasty Dinner Show at the splendid Tang Dynasty Palace. (Add: No.75, Chang'an Road, Xian) (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Sheraton Xian Hotel  

Terracotta army, Xian

Day 06: Xian
Have the last Xian stop to the Provincial History Museum before a la carte lunch is served at a famous restaurant as well, then have a visit to the Great Mosque and a local family.  (B+L)

Accommodation: Sheraton Xian Hotel  

Day 07: Xian - Chongqing
Visit the Hanyangling Museum, the Mausoleum of Western Han Emperor Liu Qi on the way to the airport. After lunch, head for Chongqing by afternoon flight, your local professional tour guide will expect you with comfortable transfer service. Have a brief city tour to the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and enjoy the a la carte dinner at 4-star hotel, Holiday Inn Yangtze. Then transfer you to board the deluxe  New Century cruise ship to stay overnight. As the ship departs from Chongqing at about 23:30, your relaxing Yangtze River cruise begins. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Century Star  or Centruy Diamond  

Day 08: Chongqing - Fengdu
The river guide will give a brief introduction of the cruise and the schedule during the process after the breakfast. In the afternoon, you will meet the initial onshore excursion to the Snowy Jade Cave. The Captain's Welcome Party will be held tonight.  (B+L+D)


Day 09: Badong - Xiling Gorge - Sandouping
The essential part of the Yangtze River cruise is coming today. You will appreciate the unique scenery of the Three Gorges. Qutang Gorge, the shortest but the grandest one. Wu Gorge is famous for its lofty peaks and mountains on the both sides. An interesting junk adventure along Shennong Stream will expect you here, which lasts about 3-4 hours. Then sail into the Xiling Gorge and pass the Five Level Ship Lock in the evening. (B+L+D)

Trackers pulling the pea boat, Yangtze River cruise tour

Day 10: Yichang - Shanghai
Disembark for an excursion to the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. Then pack your luggage and complete check-out procedures. After having  lunch at the Yichang city, visit the Yichang Museum if time allows. Head for Shanghai by flight and your local professional tour guide will expect you with comfortable transfer service. (B+L)

Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Shanghai

Day 11: Shanghai
The first stop of Shanghai is to visit the Shanghai Museum which houses large collections of historical items. Then go ahead to the famous Yuyuan Garden. After lunch, take a cruise tour on the Huangpu River. The Farewell Dinner is arranged at Central Hotel, Wang Bao He restaurant has a history of over 260 years and is the best place to serve Shanghai Cuisine. You will enjoy an amazing Portman Acrobatic Show at the Shanghai Centre Theatre.  (B+L+D)

AcAccommodation: Ramada Plaza Shanghai

Day 12: Shanghai - Guilin
No escorted tour is scheduled in the morning and you could explore the city on your own pace. Head for Guilin by afternoon flight, your local professional tour guide will expect you with comfortable airport-hotel transfer service. The evening delight is to enjoy Ethnic Songs and Dances at Lijiang Theatre after dinner.(B+D)

Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel   


Day 13: Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin
Travel to Yangshuo by cruising along the magnificent Li River which itself is the highlight of today. Upon arrival in Yangshuo, a brief country-road tour by bicycle will then be arranged. A local family will be somewhere along the road expecting your visit. If you are less skillful of riding a bicycle, you can take our electric car instead. Transfer back to Guilin(Tip: Since the lunch on the Li River cruise can hardly meet your expectation, TCG suggests you have enough breakfast at the hotel this morning.) (B+L)

Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel 

Alluring Yangshuo scenery

Day 14: Guilin - Hongkong
The highlight Guilin tour continue to the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill. Head for Hongkong by flight and please arrange the airport-hotel transfer on your own upon arrival. (B+L)

Accommodation: InterContinental Grand Stanford Hongkong   

Day 15: Hongkong
Full day is free and we only book the hotel with breakfast for you. You are recommended to have the peak tram ride to mid-level of Central District, visit the Victoria Peak, the Repulse Bay, Aberdeen, Stanley Market and take taxi to the Pier to take Star Ferry to Kowloon side, walk along the waterfront promenade back to Hotel.  (B)

Accommodation: InterContinental Grand Stanford Hongkong   

Day 16: Departure from Hongkong
After breakfast, arrange the hotel-airport private transfer on your own to board your homebound flight.  (B)

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