Golden Triangle & Yangtze
SG07: 11 Days Small Group Tour to Beijing - Xian - Chongqing - Yangtze River Cruise - Yichang - Shanghai
Tour Type: Small Group of 1-18 persons, guaranteed departures
Guide & Driver: English-speaking guide & air-conditioned, licensed limousine
Tour Highlights:
- Must-see sights in China - the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Warriors
- Unwind with a Yangtze River cruise tour & see the Three Gorges
- Take in the impressive skylines of Shanghai as you walk along the Bund
- Walk into a local Chinese family, interact & dine with the hosts in their home
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Day 1 Arrival in Beijing
Airport pick-up & airport-hotel transfer.
As the flight lands at Beijing Capital Airport, your long-anticipated 11 days guided tour of China starts with a warm welcome by our guide. We will transfer you to the hotel and the rest of the day remains free for you to relax and recover from jet lag. A full day of scheduled sightseeing awaits you tomorrow.
Meals: No meals, advice freely available
Accommodation: The Great Wall Hotel Beijing
- the former Sheraton
Meals: No meals, advice freely available
Accommodation: The Great Wall Hotel Beijing
- the former SheratonDay 2 Beijing
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, A la carte lunch, Temple of Heaven, Kung Fu Show. (B+L)
Our group at Badaling Great Wall
Photo by our clients David and Elizabeth Francis
Photo by our clients David and Elizabeth Francis
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and other group members at the orientation briefing held in the hotel. The exciting trip begins with a visit to the world famous Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City in the morning. In the Forbidden City, the world's biggest imperial palace complex, 24 emperors ruled continuously for 490 years. Nowadays, travelers can trace its gorgeous history from the well-preserved majestic palaces and valued collections. Lunch will feature an authentic a la carte Chinese meal (valued at CNY150.00 per person and included in our price) at a nice restaurant, avoiding the tourist eateries arranged by most agencies.
In the afternoon, you will visit the historically significant Temple of Heaven. After today's sightseeing, you will enjoy a fabulous Chinese Kung Fu Show at the Red Theatre.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte lunch
In the afternoon, you will visit the historically significant Temple of Heaven. After today's sightseeing, you will enjoy a fabulous Chinese Kung Fu Show at the Red Theatre.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte lunch
Day 3 Beijing
Badaling Great Wall, Sacred Way, Bird's Nest (drive by). (B)
Chinese people in the village
Have a big breakfast at the hotel today and then head for the majestic Badaling Great Wall. Only a small section of the Great Wall, Badaling has embodies the best of this wonderful military project. Climbing the great wall is energy-consuming but memorable, so we specially prepares red wine for a group toasting on the Great Wall to celebrate and commemorate this moment. Lunch is not included in today's itineraries as the restaurants nearby are not up to our standards. You can have some fast food for lunch by yourself.
The exploration continues with a visit to the Sacred Way in the afternoon. The day's sightseeing will come to an end after seeing the Bird's Nest on the way back to the city. Our driver will stop there for a few minutes for you to take pictures.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
The exploration continues with a visit to the Sacred Way in the afternoon. The day's sightseeing will come to an end after seeing the Bird's Nest on the way back to the city. Our driver will stop there for a few minutes for you to take pictures.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Day 4 Beijing - Xian
Summer Palace, A la carte lunch, Hutong visit. Fly to Xian. Airport-hotel transfer. (B+L)
Terracotta warriors and soldiers, Xian
Photo by our client Mr. Bruce Malkin
Photo by our client Mr. Bruce Malkin
This morning you will first visit the Summer Palace, which offers a harmonious combination of Chinese royal buildings, a Buddhist pagoda, classical garden design, man-made hills and lakes. At noon, you will enjoy a delicious a la carte lunch (valued at CNY150.00 per person and included in our price) at an elegant local restaurant.
Continue your visit to the old Hutongs this afternoon. After that, our guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Xian. The local guide in Xian will pick you up at the airport and help you check in at the hotel for a two-night stay.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte lunch
Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel
Continue your visit to the old Hutongs this afternoon. After that, our guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Xian. The local guide in Xian will pick you up at the airport and help you check in at the hotel for a two-night stay.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte lunch
Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel
Day 5 Xian
Terracotta Warriors, A local family visit and home-cooked lunch, Xian Museum and Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Dynasty Show with dumpling dinner. (B+L+D)
Chinese countryside people celebrating the traditional festival
After breakfast, you will set out for the world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. The large quantity of life-size and vivid terracotta statuaries made 2,200 years ago will definitely amaze you. An authentic home-cooked a la carte lunch (valued at CNY120.00 per person and included in our price) awaits you at the home of a local family in downtown Xian, which avoids the tourist restaurants near the warrior site and also is a good opportunity for you to learn about the local people's life. Also, there is a good chance for you to learn about one or two Chinese dishes from the host.
In the afternoon, go on to visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda & Xian Museum. Tonight, feast your eyes on the famous Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show after you enjoy the local specialty -- a Dumpling Dinner.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Home-cooked a la carte lunch, Dumpling dinner
Friendly Tips
Since the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show will be closed in Jan, Feb, Mar and Dec, we do not calculate the price of the show and dumpling dinner for tours starting during this period. Clients will enjoy a free night by themselves.
In the afternoon, go on to visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda & Xian Museum. Tonight, feast your eyes on the famous Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show after you enjoy the local specialty -- a Dumpling Dinner.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Home-cooked a la carte lunch, Dumpling dinner
Friendly TipsSince the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show will be closed in Jan, Feb, Mar and Dec, we do not calculate the price of the show and dumpling dinner for tours starting during this period. Clients will enjoy a free night by themselves.
Day 6 Xian - Chongqing
City Wall. Fly to Chongqing. Ciqikou if time permits. Yangtze River tour begins at 22:00. (B)
The Captain's Welcome Party on Yangtze cruise
A morning excursion will take you to one of Xian's landmarks, the City Wall. You can rent a bicycle and enjoy a special ride on the old wall (bike rental fee is on your own).
Afterwards, you will fly to Chongqing. Our guide will meet you at the airport and take you to visit Ciqikou Ancient Town. Then you will head for Chaotianmen Ferry Terminal to board the luxurious Yangtze River cruise ship, which is the most relaxed journey of your 11 days China itinerary. The ship sails at 22:00.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: President No.6 with balcony
Afterwards, you will fly to Chongqing. Our guide will meet you at the airport and take you to visit Ciqikou Ancient Town. Then you will head for Chaotianmen Ferry Terminal to board the luxurious Yangtze River cruise ship, which is the most relaxed journey of your 11 days China itinerary. The ship sails at 22:00.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: President No.6 with balcony
Day 7 Shibaozhai
An excursion to Shibaozhai, Captain's Welcome Party. (B+L+D)
In the morning, the river guide will give an introduction to the cruise schedule and the Yangtze River. At about 14:00, the ship will disembark at Zhongxian for an onshore excursion to Shibaozhai. After that, you will re-board the ship and the cruise will continue towards the splendid Three Gorges. This evening, the cruise staff will invite you to join the Captain's Welcome Party.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Badong - Xiling Gorge
Yangtze Three Gorges with an excursion to Shennong Stream. (B+L+D)
Shennong Stream cruise, Yangtze River Three Gorges
The climax of your Yangtze River Cruise is coming today. The unique scenery of the Three Gorges will be unveiled in front of you. Among them, Qutang Gorge is the most dangerous and shortest. Wu Gorge is the most beautiful, renowned for its deep valley and elegant beauty. In Wu Gorge, you will change to a sampan to take a side trip along Shennong Stream for 3 to 4 hours. Shennong Stream features picturesque natural beauty, distinctive Tujia flavor, boat tracking culture and valued historical relics. After that, you will return to the ship and sail into Xiling Gorge.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 Yichang - Shanghai
Disembark the cruise, Three Gorges Dam. Fly to Shanghai. Airport-hotel transfer. (B+L)
Clients' comments on our company
After that we will see you off in the airport for the flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you in the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Equatorial Shanghai
Day 10 Shanghai
Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Garden, A la carte lunch, the Bund, Huangpu River cruise. (B+L)
Our group at the Bund, Shanghai
Photo by our client Ms. Elaine Law
Photo by our client Ms. Elaine Law
Shanghai is an international metropolis with a blend of rich history and fashionable modernity. The short one-day trip will give you a panoramic view of the city. In the morning, visit Shanghai Museum and the beautiful Yuyuan Garden. In the museum, there are over 120,000 historical collections from ancient China. Yuyuan Garden, which was a private residence constructed 400 years ago, is one of the best combinations of ancient Chinese buildings, water, mountain and natural scenery. Around noon, a luxurious farewell a la carte lunch (valued at CNY120.00 per person and included in our price) will be served at a famous restaurant with the best Shanghai cuisine.
In the afternoon, you will be guided to stroll along the Bund to experience the thrills of old and modern Shanghai. You will also have a cruise tour along the Huangpu River. In the end, our guide and driver will transfer you back to the hotel and say goodbye to you at the lobby.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte lunch
In the afternoon, you will be guided to stroll along the Bund to experience the thrills of old and modern Shanghai. You will also have a cruise tour along the Huangpu River. In the end, our guide and driver will transfer you back to the hotel and say goodbye to you at the lobby.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte lunch
Day 11 Departure from Shanghai
Hotel-airport transfer is on your own arrangement. A pleasant trip home! (B)
There are two airports in Shanghai: one is Pudong International Airport (PVG) and the other is Hongqiao Airport (SHA). Please check carefully to see which airport you will depart from. You can book a taxi (CNY180 to Pudong, and CNY50 to Hongqiao) at the hotel Bell Desk the day before by yourself as your tour charge does not include the transfer from hotel to airport. We wish you a safe, smooth flight and hope in the near future we can serve you again.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
B-- Breakfast L-- Lunch D-- Dinner
2018 Prices
Prices are per person in US Dollars; departures are guaranteed even with one person!
Earlier Booking, Bigger Savings
10% off - book 60 days in advance, 5% off - book 30 days in advance
| Month | Arrival Date | Departure Date | Double Occupancy | Single Room Supplement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct. 2018 | Oct 04(Thu) | Oct 14(Sun) | $1699 | $609 |  |
| Oct 11(Thu) | Oct 21(Sun) | $1699 | $609 | ||
| Oct 18(Thu) | Oct 28(Sun) | $1699 | $609 | ||
| Oct 25(Thu) | Nov 04(Sun) | $1699 | $609 | ||
| Nov. 2018 | Nov 01(Thu) | Nov 11(Sun) | $1659 | $659 | |
| Nov 08(Thu) | Nov 18(Sun) | $1559 | $549 | ||
| Nov 15(Thu) | Nov 25(Sun) | $1519 | $529 |
Remark: The prices in red reflect the current discount.
2019 Prices
Prices are per person in US Dollars; departures are guaranteed even with one person!
Earlier Booking, Bigger Savings
12% off - book by Dec 31, 2018; 10% off - book by Jan 31, 2019
| Month | Arrival Date | Departure Date | Double Occupancy | Single Room Supplement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 2019 | Apr 04(Thu) | Apr 14(Sun) | $1749 $1539 | $549 | |
| Apr 11(Thu) | Apr 21(Sun) | $1749 $1539 | $549 | ||
| Apr 18(Thu) | Apr 28(Sun) | $1749 $1539 | $549 | ||
| Apr 25(Thu) | May 05(Sun) | $1749 $1539 | $549 | ||
| May. 2019 | May 09(Thu) | May 19(Sun) | $1809 $1591 | $599 | |
| May 16(Thu) | May 26(Sun) | $1809 $1591 | $599 | ||
| May 23(Thu) | Jun 02(Sun) | $1809 $1591 | $599 | ||
| May 30(Thu) | Jun 09(Sun) | $1739 $1530 | $539 | ||
| Jun. 2019 | Jun 06(Thu) | Jun 16(Sun) | $1739 $1530 | $539 | |
| Jun 13(Thu) | Jun 23(Sun) | $1739 $1530 | $539 | ||
| Jun 20(Thu) | Jun 30(Sun) | $1739 $1530 | $539 | ||
| Jun 27(Thu) | Jul 07(Sun) | $1739 $1530 | $539 | ||
| Jul. 2019 | Jul 04(Thu) | Jul 14(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | |
| Jul 11(Thu) | Jul 21(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | ||
| Jul 18(Thu) | Jul 28(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | ||
| Jul 25(Thu) | Aug 04(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | ||
| Aug. 2019 | Aug 01(Thu) | Aug 11(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | |
| Aug 08(Thu) | Aug 18(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | ||
| Aug 15(Thu) | Aug 25(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | ||
| Aug 22(Thu) | Sep 01(Sun) | $1769 $1556 | $539 | ||
| Aug 29(Thu) | Sep 08(Sun) | $1809 $1591 | $599 | ||
| Sep. 2019 | Sep 05(Thu) | Sep 15(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | |
| Sep 12(Thu) | Sep 22(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | ||
| Sep 19(Thu) | Sep 29(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | ||
| Oct. 2019 | Oct 03(Thu) | Oct 13(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | |
| Oct 10(Thu) | Oct 20(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | ||
| Oct 17(Thu) | Oct 27(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | ||
| Oct 24(Thu) | Nov 03(Sun) | $1819 $1600 | $609 | ||
| Oct 31(Thu) | Nov 10(Sun) | $1679 $1477 | $569 | ||
| Nov. 2019 | Nov 07(Thu) | Nov 17(Sun) | $1679 $1477 | $569 | |
Remark: The prices in red reflect 12% discount.
Price Includes
- Domestic airfares
- Hotel accommodation with breakfasts
- A la carte lunches as itinerary specifies
- Professional English-speaking guides
- Drivers & air-conditioned vehicles
- Entrance fees to tourist sites
- Yangtze River cruise with full board
- Tips or gratuities for hotel porters
Price Excludes
- International airfares
- Entry Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers
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