Highlights Of China & The Yangtze
Beijing, Great Wall, X'ian, Yangtze River Cruise, Shanghai
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A journey to China is an enchanting odyssey through more than 5,000 years of history recorded against a vast and stunning landscape. Discover the great diversity of this fascinating country from the rural to the exotic and from Beijing to Shanghai, two of the world's most sophisticated metropolitan cities. This program provides insight to all the major marvels of this grand country. Discover Beijing, China's second largest city and home to the 2008 Summer Olympics. Stand in the middle of Tiananmen Square, visit the Forbidden City, and walk along the Great Wall - a man-made wonder. Travel to Xi'an and visit Emperor Qin's life-sized Terracotta Soldiers and Horses, a sight to behold. Explore Shanghai, China's largest city and home to Shanghai's legendary Acrobats. Cruise the breathtaking Yangtze River with its stunning surroundings and the famous Three Gorges, each with its own unique characteristics. Experience all the highlights of China on this all-inclusive holiday specifically designed for guests who want to see the best of China in a limited timeframe.

  • Beijing
  • Great Wall
  • Xi'an
  • Yangtze River Cruise
  • Shanghai
    • Sightseeing Highlights
    • Beijing: Visit Tiananmen Square. Tour the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Travel the Sacred Way, home to the remnants of the Ming Tombs. Enjoy an evening at the Peking Opera. Explore the Hulong Town.
    • Great Wall: Walk this wonder of the ancient world.
    • Xi'an: Explore the excavations of the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses. Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
    • Shanghai: Stroll the famed Bund waterfront promenade. Enjoy the peaceful Yu Yuan Garden. Visit the Oriental TV Tower. See the Shanghai Acrobats.
    • Yangtze River Cruise: Sail along the Yangtze through the Three Gorges. Voyage down the Lesser Three Gorges, depending on water levels. Visit the site of the Three Gorges Dam.
    Dining Highlights
    Most meals: Buffet Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
    First Class Travel Highlights
    • All domestic flights within China.
    • 3-night Yangtze River cruise in a riverview stateroom with private balcony onboard Victoria Anna from Beijing to Shanghai, and onboard Victoria Katarina from Shanghai to Beijing
    • 7 nights in deluxe hotels.
    • Fully-escorted tours with English speaking guides.
    • All transportation on the tour.
    • Services of an experienced Trafalgar Tour Director.
    • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
    Call (941) 779-2050 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6308980
    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    Duration
    12 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart North America 
    Day 2BeijingArrive in Beijing and be greeted by a Trafalgar Tour Director who will escort you to your hotel.Hotel: Sheraton
    Day 3BeijingBeijing is home to many of the sights that make China a must-see destination. Among the fascinating places you will visit is the Forbidden City, the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace in the world, with more than 800 buildings and 9,000 rooms. Visit Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing. Walk through the Tiananmen Gate, the "Gate of Heavenly Peace" and the entranceway to the Forbidden City. Admire one of China's best-preserved imperial gardens at the Summer Palace. In the evening, top off a fabulous day with an authentic Peking Duck dinner. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Highlight Dinner)
    Day 4BeijingA UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Wall is without question one of the man-made wonders of the world. To walk this marvel of the ancient world is truly memorable. Later in the day, travel the Sacred Way, home to the remnants of the Ming Tombs, the once lavish burial chambers of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. End your day with yet another highlight, an evening at the magnificent Beijing Opera. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 5Xi'anRide in a rickshaw for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hutongs (ancient lanes and alleyways), located in the old residential area of Beijing. Later in the day, you'll fly to Xi'an and check into the Sheraton Hotel with a delicious dinner waiting for you. (Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)Hotel: Sheraton
    Day 6Xi'anXi'an is the capital of Shaanxi Province and the site of one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Visit the City Wall, one of the oldest and best preserved walls in China. In the evening, indulge in a Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 7ChongqingVisit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists. Fly to Chongqing, where you'll board an elegant Victoria Cruises ship for your cruise of the awe-inspiring Yangtze. But, before we cast off, visit the Chongqing Zoo for a glimpse of giant pandas, lesser pandas and Chinese tigers. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 8Cruising the Yangtze RiverSail along the Yangtze with its vertical limestone cliffs. Your journey will take you through the Three Gorges. If water levels cooperate, we'll stop at Shibaozai, a magnificent wooden pavilion constructed without nails. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 9Cruising the Yangtze RiverBoard a riverboat and embark on a voyage down the Lesser Three Gorges, depending on water levels. It's an enchanting and tranquil journey that will take you through "Dragon Gate," "Misty Gorge" and "Emerald Gorge." After returning to the cruise ship, you'll sail through Xiling Gorge, and in the evening, you'll pass through the Three Gorges ship locks. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
    Day 10ShanghaiOn the way to Yichang, visit the site of the controversial Three Gorges Dam before disembarking your luxury ship. Fly to Shanghai and transfer to the your hotel. (Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)Hotel: Regal International
    Day 11ShanghaiYou'll visit the peaceful Yu Yuan Gardens and then you'll stroll through Old Town and along the Bund, Shanghai's famed waterfront promenade. Visit the Oriental Pearl TV Tower with its distinctive artistic spheres representing "large and small pearls dropping onto a jade plate." On your final night in China, prepare to be dazzled by the amazing Shanghai Acrobats. (Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
    Day 12Return North AmericaTransfer to the airport for your return flight home or continue your tour with one of our popular optional extensions. (Buffet Breakfast)Note: Substitute visits to other sights along the Yangtze may occur depending on water levels, or other factors.
    Dates/Pricing
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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    July 23, 2008$2,399.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 03, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 10, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 17, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 24, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 01, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 08, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 15, 2008$2,699.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 22, 2008$2,599.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    Disclaimer
    * Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.