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A village named listed proudly among the huge modern cities, yes, there is a good reason. It has been listed also as world heritage, of course Shanghai, Yangtze River, Guilin and Beijing are heritages of China and of the world, but not yet listed in that book.

Day by Day Itinerary

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

Forbidden City, Beijing

Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 02: Beijing
Visit the Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.  (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel


Day 03: Beijing
Visit the Badaling Great Wall, the Sacred Way and the Ming Tomb. (B+L)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel

Day 04: Beijing
Only the hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. We intend to leave the day free for you to absorb something of the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing. (B)

Accommodation: Golden Palace Silver Street Hotel

Exquisite Mt. Huangshan

Day 05: Beijing - Huangshan
Visit the Summer Palace and the Lama Temple. Take a flight to Huangshan and transfer to the hotel in the city. (B+L)

Accommodation: International Hotel

Day 06: Huangshan
Transfer to the foot of Huangshan Mountain. As you begin to take the cable car to the mountain, you will find yourself among the magnificent scenery. Enjoy the view of the Beginning-to-Believe Peak, the Peach Blossom Valley, the Lion Peak, the Flying-over Rock and the Bright Summit. Stay at the hotel on the mountain. (B+L)

Accommodation: Xihai Hotel


Day 07: Huangshan
In the morning, continue the sightseeing tour to the Cloud-dispelling Pavilion and the Xihai Grand Canyon. After lunch, take the cable car again to arrive at the foot of the mountain and transfer back to Huangshan city. Visit the Tunxi Old Street. Stay at the hotel in the city of Huangshan. (B+L)

Accommodation: International Hotel


Day 08: Huangshan - Hongcun Village - Huangshan -Shanghai
Drive to Yixian County. Visit the fantastic Hongcun village. Drive back to Huangshan. Take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B+L)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 09: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden and the Bund on your own. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel

Yangtze Shennong Stream cruising

Day 10: Shanghai
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. The full day's activities are arranged by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: Zhongya Hotel


Day 11: Shanghai - Yichang
You are suggested to visit the Jade Buddha Temple on your own. Take a flight to Yichang by yourselves. Pick you up at Yichang airport and visit the Yichang Museum if time permits. Check in at the luxurious cruise ship to stay overnight. (B)

Accommodation: President Cruises


Day 12: Yangtze Three Gorges Dam
Take an excursion to the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. Enter the Xiling Gorge. The Captain's Welcome Party will be held in the evening. (B+L+D)

Day 13: Badong (Shennong Stream)
Disembark at Badong and take a small pea boat along Shennong Stream to enjoy the marvelous spectacles of the nature. (B+L+D)

Rural scenery in Yangshuo

Day 14: Fengdu
After breakfast, visit the Ghost City of Fengdu. Continue sailing to pass through the mountains of Eastern Sichuan. (B+L+D)


Day 15: Chongqing - Guilin
After breakfast, relax and pack your bags with leisure. The estimated arrival in Chongqing is 9:00. Our guide will meet you on board and a city tour to the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and the Residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell will be offered. Take a flight to Guilin and transfer to the hotel. (B+L)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal


Day 16: Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin
Transfer you to the pier to board the cruise ship. Then the activities along the Li River and in Yangshuo will be handled by yourselves. Enduring memories are created today as you cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Upon arrival in Yangshuo, you may have a short bicycle trip to the countryside. Alternatively, you can take an electric car instead of taking bicycles. Go back to Guilin by yourselves. The shuttle bus ticket from Yangshuo to Guilin can be purchased easily at the bus stop. (Tips: Since the lunch on the Li River cruise can not meet your expectation, TCG suggests that you have enough breakfast at the hotel today). (B+L)

Accommodation: Hotel Universal

Repulse Bay, Hongkong

Day 17: Guilin - Hongkong
The day is free. You are suggested to visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Seven Star Park and the Elephant Trunk Hill by yourselves. Take a taxi to the airport by yourselves to board the flight to Hongkong. Upon arrival, please go to the hotel we have booked for you by yourselves. (B)

Accommodation: YMCA International House 


Day 18: Hongkong
The hotel accommodation with breakfast is provided today. You are suggested to have a half-day Hongkong Island tour by taking peak tram to mid-level of Central District then to Victoria Peak. Later visit Repulse Bay, Aberdeen and Stanley Market on your own. (B)

Accommodation: YMCA International House 


Day 19: Departure from Hongkong
You will get to the airport to board your homeward flight by yourselves. (B)

More Yangtze Cruise 2008B-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner