Golden Triangle & Yangtze

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This 11-day China small group tour is a collection of highlight cities - Beijing, the capital city for several dynasties; Xi'an - the starting point of the world-renowned Silk Road; Shanghai, an international modern metropolis; and the most importantly, the Three Gorges Dam, the 'crossthe-century' project and the Yangtze River cruise, just as classical as it ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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

What's this trip about?

    This 11-day China small group tour is a collection of highlight cities - Beijing, the capital city for several dynasties; Xi'an - the starting point of the world-renowned Silk Road; Shanghai, an international modern metropolis; and the most importantly, the Three Gorges Dam, the 'crossthe-century' project and the Yangtze River cruise, just as classical as it sounds.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityBeijing
End CityShanghai

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Asia
  • China

Attractions

  • Beijing
  • Chongqing
  • Great Wall of China
  • Shanghai
  • Terra Cotta Warriors
  • The Forbidden City
  • Xian
  • Yichang

Activities

  • Culture
  • Educational/ learning
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • River cruise

Trip includes

    • Domestic airfares
    • Hotel accommodation with breakfasts
    • A la carte lunches as itinerary specify
    • 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

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival in Beijing

Accommodation: The Great Wall Hotel Beijing - the former Sheraton (5 stars)

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. 

Day 2: Beijing

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

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 ...

Day 3: Beijing

Meals: Breakfast

Have a big breakfast at the hotel today and then head for the majestic Badaling Great Wall and a jade factory. Only a small section of the Great Wall, Badaling has embodies the best of this wonderful military project. Climbing the great wall is...

Day 4: Beijing - Xian

Accommodation: Sheraton Hotel (5 stars)

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 

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 lake...

Day 5: Xian

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Home-cooked a la carte lunch, Dumpling dinner

After breakfast, you visit the world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and a pottery-making factory. The large quantity of life-size and vivid terracotta statuaries made 2...

Day 6: Xian - Chongqing

Accommodation: President No.6 with balcony (5 stars)

Meals: Breakfast 

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).

...

Day 7 – Day 8: Yangtze River Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

As the cruise ship sailing, you will enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Yangtze River and have onshore excursions to Shibaozhai and Shennv Stream. 

Day 9: Yichang - Shanghai

Accommodation: Hotel Equatorial Shanghai (4 stars)

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 

After breakfast, you will disembark for an excursion to the Three Gorges Dam. Before that, you should pack your luggage and complete check-out procedures. After finishing the ...

Day 10: Shanghai

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

In the morning, visit the Shanghai Museum, the beautiful Yuyuan Garden, and a silk shop. In the museum, there are over 120,000 historical collections from ancient China. Yuyuan Garden, which was a private residence constructed 400 yea...

Day 11: Departure from Shanghai

Meals: Breakfast

Pack your luggage after breakfast and check out before 12:00. Please be aware that the transfer cost from the hotel to the airport is not included in the quotation. You can book a taxi or airport shuttle bus on the day prior to your departure. Have a smooth journey home!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,529
Price per day$139
Last Updated: 3/8/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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    • International airfares
    • Entry Visa fees
    • Personal expenses
    • Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers
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