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China Splendor

  Tour Code: SG-03L
  • Luxury
  • From $1549
  • Budget
  • From $1318
   
 Tour Itinerary : 12 Days tour of Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yichang and Shanghai
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 Tour Summary : China splendor will be presented through Great Wall in Beijing, Terracotta Warriors in Xian, the breathtaking sights of Yangtze River Cruise and experiencing the modern atmosphere of Shanghai.
 What's Special : Comprehensively offers the must-see attractions, full board and the most representative shows in each city. The highlight of the splendor tour is the magnificent Three Gorges sights by Yangtze River Cruise.

Detailed Itinerary of This Tour Package

Day 1 - Arrive in Beijing

Easily recognize ChinaTours guide by a welcome board which has your name on it, at Beijing airport. Transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free.
Accommodation : Prime Hotel, Beijing

Day 2 - Beijing

Meet at the hotel lobby in the morning. Discover the capital city by sight-seeing on the wide and grand Tiananmen Square, in the imperial palace of Forbidden City and the magnificent Temple of Heaven. You will enjoy the most well-known local food of Beijing Roast Duck at a well-decorated restaurant. The featured Peking Opera is arranged after the goluptious duck banquet for offering you a more artistically Chinese culture impression. (B+L+D)

Day 3 - Beijing

The most impressive sights today cover the magnificent Badaling Great Wall and the imperial Ming Tombs through Sacred Way. On the way back, we will offer a photo stop at the Olympic Stadium, nicknamed Bird's Nest and the National Swimming Centre, also known as the Water Cube. (B+L+D)

Day 4 - Beijing-Xian

Enjoy the beautiful sights of the imperial Summer Palace and experience the old Beijing life style through taking rickshaw and running in the Hutong lanes. Airport transfer to board the flight to Xian. Our guide will meet you at Xian airport and show you to the hotel. Today's western style buffet dinner is served at the hotel. (B+L+D)
Accommodation : Grand New World Hotel, Xian

Day 5 - Xian

Drive to visit the world sight of Terra-Cotta Army in the morning. After lunch, see Banpo Neolithic Village and Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the land mark of Xian City. The fantastic and splendid Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show after the tasteful Dumping Banquet will bring you all to the ancient heyday. (B+L+D)

Day 6 - Xian-Chongqing

Head towards Xian City Wall and the well-preserved Great Mosque, then enjoy some free time in the nearby Muslim Food Street. Airport transfer to board the flight to Chongqing. Our guide will meet you at the airport. Pay visit to Ciqikou Ancient Town and the Residence of General Joseph W Stillwell Museum if time permits. Embark the luxury President Cruise Ship after dinner. At the time of weighing anchor at 22:00, a Safety, Orientation & River Briefing will be presented for you. (B+L+D)
Accommodation : Century Star

Day 7 - Yangtze River Cruise

Go ashore for a visit to Fengdu Ghost City or Shibaozhai in terms of the specific river conditions. The exciting Captain's Welcome Party will be held today at 18:30. The following getting-together of Chinese folk dancing and music performance is a good time for relaxing and you may be invited to join in. (B+L+D)

Day 8 - Yangtze River Cruise

Today's sailing covers Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Qutang Gorge is famed for its sheer and spectacular precipices, with uniquely beautiful rock formations in every direction. Wu Gorge is taken as the most amazing section of the Yangtze River, flanked by high peaks that always capped by fog and clouds. The river guide will offer a more detailed explanation on Three Gorges. Hit the beach at Badong County to experience a wooden boat trip to the natural Shennong Stream. Return to the ship and prepare to entering Xiling Gorge. The Farewell Party today presents at 19:00. (B+L+D)

Day 9 - Yichang-Shanghai

Have the Three Gorges Dam Project tour in the morning to see one of the largest construction projects ever undertaken by mankind, which provides China with tremendous power generation and flood control services. After lunch, disembark the cruise ship. Our guide will pick you up on board and transfer you to the airport to take the flight to Shanghai. Upon your arrival, dinner is arranged for you to try the exquisite Shanghai cuisine at a famed local restaurant. (B+L+D)
Accommodation : Crowne Plaza Fudan Hotel

Day 10 - 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, visit Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center to get more specific ideas on the integrated development of the internatinal city. The well known Bund and bustling Nanjing Road are followed by. Today's sumptuous and palatable authentic local style dinner will be followed by the exciting Acrobatic Show. (B+L+D)

Day 11 - Shanghai - full day Expo tour

CTO guide will meet you at the hotel lobby in the morning and lead you directly to the Expo Site by subway (subway ticket is included). You will visit the Expo Garden on your own. After the visit, you can take Metro Line 13 free of charge by showing your Expo ticket to Madang Road Station and then take a taxi at about CNY 40.00 back to your hotel. (B)

Day 12 - Departure from Shanghai

Please arrange the airport transportation by yourselves after the breakfast at the hotel. Your amazing China tour with ChinaTours ends here. We would like to mention that there are two international airports in Shanghai, Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Please check the airport of the air ticket you reserved and make sure you definitely get to the right one. (B)
  • Travel Group

Tour Code Duration Twin Occupancy Single Occupancy Status Action
SG-03L-07042010-07-04 to 2010-07-15$1647$2215Closed
SG-03L-08082010-08-08 to 2010-08-19$1647$2215Closed
SG-03L-09052010-09-05 to 2010-09-16$1769$2397Open
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SG-03L-09122010-09-12 to 2010-09-23$1769$2397Open
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SG-03L-10102010-10-10 to 2010-10-21$1769$2397Open
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 SG-03L-10172010-10-17 to 2010-10-27$1712$2293Open
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 SG-03L-11142010-11-14 to 2010-11-24$1549$2097Open
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