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10 Days Shanghai-Yichang-Yangtze River Cruise-Chongqing-Beijing

  Tour Code: YC-04L
   
 Tour Itinerary : 10 Days tour of Shanghai, Yichang,Chongqing and Beijing
 Departure : Based on the cruise sailing date.
 Tour Summary : Traveling from south to north of China, this itinerary has been designed for the visitor to experience first hand the majesty of the Yangtze River and the dramatic natural landscapes of the three Gorges.

Detailed Itinerary of This Tour Package

Day 1 - Arrival in Shanghai

You will be warmly greeted by CTO professional tour guide after your arrival at Shanghai airport. After transfer you to the hotel, our guide will help you check you to the hotel. The rest of the day will be left on your own to explore this international metropolis.

Accommodation : Crowne Plaza Fudan Hotel

Day 2 - Shanghai

After your breakfast in the hotel, our guide will wait for you in the hotel lobby. Today's activities include the highlights in Shanghai, they are profound Shanghai Museum, elegant Yuyuan Garden including surrounding local bazaar, and Jade Buddha Temple. Another highlights today is the A la carte lunch in the notable restaurant. There you could order the dishes according to your own preference. After a whole days activities, the excited Acrobatic Show will wait for your appreciate. (B+L+D)

Day 3 - Shanghai - Yichang

Morning will be at your leisure, lunch is also on your own. Our guide will pick you up at the hotel and transfer to take a flight to Yichang. Our local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to visit the famous Three Travelers' Cave if time permitts. After dinner, our guide will help you check the 5 star Century star cruise and stay overnight. (B+D)

Accommodation : Century Star

Day 4 - Yangtze River Cruise

The ship will weigh anchor at 8:00. Sailing through the longest gorge, Xiling Gorge. Disembark and take a shuttle bus to see the great project of Three Gorges Dam Return to the ship. Pass the five-step ship lock. The elegant and exciting Captain's Welcome Party offers Chinese folk dancing and music performance. You can also join in for fun. (B+L+D)

Day 5 - Yangtze River Cruise

Today you will marvel at the fascinating sights all the way. Go through Wu Gorge in the morning. You will have a excursion to Three Little Gorges on Wushan Daning River. In the afternoon, pass the spectacular Qutang Gorge. The knowledgeable river guide will let you get more idea of Three Gorges including the ancient plank road, mengliang stairway and hanging coffins. (B+L+D)

Day 6 - Yangtze River Cruise

Today's Activities Take a shore excursion to see the karst landscape Snowy Jade Cave. Return to the ship and continue to pass through the mountains of Eastern Sichuan. Tonight Farewell Party invites you to join in the cruise staff's performance. (B+L+D)

Day 7 - Chongqing-Beijing

Please prepare well for disembarkation. Your memorable cruise tour ends in Chongqing and our guide will meet you on board. After lunch at a notable restaurant, visit Residence of General Joseph W Stillwell and Ciqikou Old Town. Transfer to the airport and take a flight to Beijing, our guide will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. (B+L)
Accommodation : Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall

Day 8 - Beijing

Start to visit the capital city of China today. Three of the most popular attractions are waiting for your witness. Head to visit largest city square in the world, Tiananmen Square, and the grand Forbidden City where 24 emperors lived and ruled for over 500 years. After enjoying a la carte lunch at a local popular restaurant, visit Temple of Heaven where ancient emperors worshipped and prayed for harvest. Today's Peking Duck Dinner is served at a famous restaurant followed by a fascinating Peking Opera(Optional performance: Chinese Kongfu Show) (B+L+D)

Day 9 - Beijing

Proceed to Mutianyu Great Wall (including cable car up and toboggan down), here you can enjoy the stunning views as you stroll along. After enjoying lunch at a local popular restaurant, continue to Ming Tombs through Sacred Way. Dinner is left for you to taste some local snacks yourself. (B+L)

Day 10 - Departure from Beijing  

Our guide will wait for you at the hotel lobby according to your flight schedule. Transfer to the airport to take your homeward flight. Our service ends. (B)
  • Travel Group

The prices shown below are based on each person.  Currency Converter

Season DivisionValidityOccupancy Type2-5 Travelers6-9 Travelers10 Travelers & above
High Season 2010-09-01 to 2010-10-31
Twin OccupancyUSD1707/CNY11574USD1520/CNY10309USD1347/CNY9137
Single OccupancyUSD1979/CNY13424USD1793/CNY12159USD1620/CNY10987
Low Season 2010-11-01 to 2011-02-28
Twin OccupancyUSD1654/CNY11220USD1468/CNY9955USD1299/CNY8807
Single OccupancyUSD1927/CNY13070USD1741/CNY11805USD1571/CNY10657

  • Kind Notices

The departure date should be based on the available cruise sailing date and single cabin will incur extra single cabin supplement. The price listed are valid excluding the special periods from Oct 1st to 7th, May 1st to 3rd, and Feb 13th to 19th, 2010 staying in Beijing; F1 Grand Prix staying in Shanghai.



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