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The ideal route for those who is planning for their first trip to China, North and South, East and West were perfectly, this is a combined one. Taking the upstream cruise will have one night's relaxation on the elegant cruise ship. Get a glimpse of totally different cultures and languages around China and meet the friendly people!

Day by Day Itinerary

Departure: Based on the cruise sailing date, Please click.

Reed Flute Cave, Guilin

Day 01: Arrival in Hongkong
Arriving in Hongkong, please go to the hotel we have arranged for you on your own. The rest of the day is left for you to revitalize yourself from the jet lag or to explore the modern city on your own.
 
Accommodation: Regal Kowloon Hotel
  
  
Day 02: Hongkong - Guilin
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 a taxi to the take Star Ferry to Kowloon side, walk along the waterfront promenade. The air ticket will be given to you before you leave for Guilin by yourselves. Your local professional tour guide will expect you with comfortable airport-hotel transfer service. (B)

Accommodation: Guilin Bravo Hotel  - former Holiday Inn Hotel


Day 03: 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. (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.) Transfer back to Guilin. (B+L)

Accommodation: Guilin Bravo Hotel  - former Holiday Inn Hotel


Day 04: Guilin - Shanghai
Leisure tour to the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill. Head for Shanghai by flight and your local professional tour guide will expect you with comfortable airport-hotel transfer service. You could make use of the rest period to discover the charming city by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai

Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai

Day 05: 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, walk around the Bund and visit a local family. The Welcome Dinner is arranged at Central Hotel, the restaurant Wang Bao He in the hotel 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)

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai


Day 06: Shanghai - Wuhan
The last stop of Shanghai is occupied with a brief tour to the Jade Buddha Temple. Then head for Wuhan city by flight and be met upon arrival with comfortable private transfer. You will visit the Hubei Provincial Museum. Dinner is served on board and transfer to the check in at the German-made luxurious cruise ship. Your unforgettable Yangtze River tour begins at 19:00. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: China Regal Cruises


Day 07: Sailing
The whole day you will sail on the ship. Enjoy the natural beauty on both sides while sailing. (B+L+D)


Day 08: Sandouping
Today you will disembark for visit the grandest hydroelectric project in the world. It is still in the process and planned to complete by the year of 2009. (B+L+D)


Day 09: Shennong Stream
The ship will stop at the Badong village and have an interesting junk adventure to Shennong Stream. In the process of excursion, you could enjoy the unique scenery along the way and learn the adept skill of the trackers. It will take about 3-4 hours. Get back to the ship afterwards. (B+L+D)

Yangtze River Shennong stream cruise tour

Day 10: Wanxian
Take car to visit a local village, Wanxian instead of much walking. You will go to see a local market and enjoy an acrobatic show. (B+L+D)


Day 11: Chongqing - Xian
The ship is scheduled to arrive in mountain city Chongqing at around 10:00. You should follow advice to pack your luggage and be met by guide. After a brief city tour to the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and the Residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell, enjoy a rich buffet lunch at the 4-star hotel, Holiday Inn Yangtze. Head for Xian by flight and you will be met by your local professional tour guide. Transfer to check in at the well-selected hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Grand New World Hotel


Day 12: 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 Great Mosque after lunch. In the evening, we arrange the Dumpling Banquet which is unique in Xian, the marvelous Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show is scheduled afterwards. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Grand New World Hotel


Day 13: Xian - Beijing
Have the last Xian stop to the Provincial History Museum and the ancient City Wall. A la carte lunch is served at a famous restaurant as well. Head for Beijing by afternoon flight, your local professional tour guide will expect you with comfortable airport-hotel transfer service. (B+L)

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza  - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day 14: Beijing

Great Wall, 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: Holiday Inn Central Plaza  - the best Hodilday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day 15: 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. (B+L)

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza  - the best Holiday Inn Hotel in Beijing


Day 16: Departure from Beijing
After a tour to the Summer Palace, comfortable hotel-airport transfer is arranged according to your flight schedule. (B)

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