9 Days Yangtze Essence Tour (Downstream)
 
Tour Code: TYT-01
Destinations: Beijing-Chongqing-Yangtze Cruise-Yichang-Shanghai

Summary: What fills your dreams till you leave for China for your first visit? The magnificent Great Wall in Beijing, or the romantic Bund in Shanghai ? You will see them all in this 9-day tour. And between these fabulous cities, we will offer you a splendid 3-night cruise along the legendary Yangtze River on one of the Three Gorges' top-rated floating hotels.

Over 6,300 kilometers long, the mighty Yangtze is the largest and longest river in China, surpassed only by the Nile of Africa and the Amazon of South America. Born of the melting snows and ice in the Tanggula Mountain chain in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, where it is known as Tongtian He, ‘Travelling-Through-the-Heavens' River, the torrent flows from west to east through provinces of Qinghai, Tibet, Sichuan, Yunnan, Sichuan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Anhui and Jiangsu and the city of Shanghai, finally flowing into the East China Sea. Between the towns of Fengjie ( Sichuan Province ) and Yichang ( Hubei Province ) are the magnificent Sanxia, or the Three Gorges. Qutang Gorge, Wuxia Gorge and Xiling Gorge are regarded as some of the most spectacular scenic attractions in China.

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Explore the rich history, spectacular scenery, colourful folklore, and diverse culture of China by booking the best quality Yangtze Cruise with Top Yangtze Travel.

Features:
Local specialties and night shows are listed below for your delight
A wide range of fine, selected hotels for your comfort
Comprehensive and exclusive program
Knowledgeable guides, experienced drivers and air-conditioned coaches or comfortably appointed vans.

 
Yangtze River Cruise Tours, 9 Days Yangtze Essence Tour
 
Day-by-day Itinerary
 
 

Day 01 Arrival, Beijing (No meals)
Arrive in Beijing , the Capital city of China . Be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Day 02 Beijing (B/L)
Depart from hotel in the morning to visit Tian'anmen Square, the largest urban square and Forbidden City, the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace in the world. Then visit Temple of Heaven in the afternoon. Peking Opera is available for your optional night entertainment.

Day 03 Beijing (B/L)
In the morning drive 75km to visit the Great Wall (Badaling Section) first, then the Summer Palace, the ‘most beautiful garden in China '. Peking Roasted Duck is available for your optional dinner.

Day 04 Beijing Chongqing, Embark (B/L)
In the morning, take a half-day Hutong Tour by rickshaw to visit the ancient lanes and alleyways of Beijing . Be transferred to the airport for the flight to Chongqing in the afternoon, start point of the Yangtze River Cruise.

Day 05 Yangtze River Cruise (B/L/D)
Today visit Fengdu, the ‘ Ghost City ' known for its garden, temples and status of ghost and devils.

Day 06 Yangtze River Cruise (B/L/D)
Today, an early start to traverse the Three Gorges; Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge (West Part), including an excursion through Daning River Small Gorges . In the evening, pass through the ship locks.

Day 07 Disembark, Yichang Shanghai(B/L)
Visit to Three Gorges Dam site-the largest project of its kind in the world, and then cruise Xiling Gorge (East Part). Arrive at Yichang, and disembark after lunch.

Day 08 Shanghai (B/L)
A full day of sightseeing starts with Jade Buddha Temple and Yuyuan Garden, a Chinese classic garden in city downtown. Then visit the nearby old street. Continue the trip to Shanghai 's new landmark- World Financial Center. In the evening, have a walk along the Bund, Shanghai 's famed waterfront promenade and Xintiandi. Traditional Dim-sum Banquet and acrobatics show are available for your optional lunch and night entertainment.

Day 09 Departure, Shanghai (B)
Be transferred to Pudong International Airport for your flight home. Bid a fond farewell to this ancient land.

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Tian'anmen Square, Beijing
Tian'anmen Square, Beijing
Qutang Gorge, Yangtze River
Qutang Gorge, Yangtze River
The Bund , Shanghai
The Bund , Shanghai
 
Full Price of this tour (per person in US$)
Dec. 01 - Mar. 31
Pax No.
First Class Hotels
Deluxe Class Hotels
 
Twin
S.Supp
Twin
S.Supp
Above 10 pax
1098
470
1368
693
6-9 pax
1241
498
1534
744
2-5 pax
1404
498
1696
744
1 pax
2242
  
2780
  
 
Apr. 01 - Nov. 30
Pax No.
First Class Hotels
Deluxe Class Hotels
 
Twin
S.Supp
Twin
S.Supp
Above 10 pax
1325
640
1653
920
6-9 pax
1451
652
1793
945
2-5 pax
1614
652
1955
945
1 pax
2606
  
3240
  
 
TYT Optional Local Specialties & Night Shows
City
Local Specialties
Nights Shows
Beijing
Peking Roasted Duck
Peking Opera
Shanghai
Traditional Dim-sum Banquet
Chinese Acrobatics
 
TYT Recommended Hotels
City
First Class Hotels
Deluxe Class Hotels
Beijing
Holiday Inn Central Plaza
Crowne Plaza
Yangtze River Cruise
Victoria Rose
Victoria Katarina or Anna
Shanghai
Golden River View Hotel
Howard Johnson Shanghai
 
 
 
Remarks:
  1. Prices are based on two sharing one standard room.
  2. The prices quoted here are only valid in 2010.
  3. The availabilities of rooms, flights and so on are subject to change until the actual booking is being made. So your early confirmation is highly appreciated.
  4. TCT reserves the right to adjust the prices of any portion of the tour due to the reasons beyond our control without prior notice.
  5. Children under 12 enjoy discount from above prices. Please advise details concerned with your bookings in advance.
Price includes:
  1. Private transfers between airports/railway stations, hotels and all sightseeing spots. Separate arrivals and departures will incur extra charges.
  2. Hotel accommodation based on two adults sharing one standard twin-bed room; solo travelers or those who want to occupy one twin-bed room of their own are required to pay additional charge of single supplement rate (S.SUPP in above price table). A single room is subject to availability based on prior request at an additional cost; if the recommended hotel is not available, it will be substituted by a similar one.
  3. Meals (breakfast in hotel, Chinese lunch and Chinese dinner serves at local restaurant) as specified in the itinerary table marked with (B/L/D).
  4. One driver and one English-speaking guide on normal sightseeing activities in each destination.
  5. All entrance fees to scenic spots as shown in the itinerary. The final arrangement will be determined by local tour guides based on the local circumstances which are beyond the control of TopChinaTravel. TCT will adhere to the original itinerary as accurately as possible.
  6. Domestic airfare of economic class or train ticket(s) as mentioned in the itinerary.
  7. Travel insurance.
  8. Fee of Tibet Permit if needed.
Price excludes:
  1. Round way International airfare or train tickets.
  2. Visa fee, passport application or renewal fee.
  3. Tips for guides, escort, drives, bellman, etc.
  4. Personal expenses such as excess luggage fees, laundry, postage, communications and beverages.
  5. Optional meals and shows mentioned in the itinerary, which will be added up if the clients desire to take the activities.
  6. Applicable taxes or government fees.
  7. Any other changes caused by natural disasters, fires, weather, governmental and local authority orders, political change, strikes, war, riots, quarantine, custom regulations, damages or injury caused by accident beyond the control of TopChinaTravel and that has incurred due to the tourist action violating the laws.
  8. Any items not specified in the plan.
 
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