Starting your tour by taking deluxe flight to Beijing, cross the international date line.
Day 02
Arriving Beijing
Arrive in Beijing - the capital of China. China Holidays tour guide greets you at the airport and transfer
you to your hotel.
Day 03
Beijing (B, L, D)
Beijing served as the capital of 5 dynasties over a period of 800 years with each emperor identified as a
dragon sent from the heaven. Start your city tour with a visit to the Forbidden City. This complex, the
largest and most intact conglomeration of ancient structures of the imperial palace ever built in the
world, features more than 800 buildings with 9999rooms, resplendent golden-glazed roofs, red
lacquered pillars and vermilion walls. Next stop is the Temple of Heaven, which was used to offer
sacrifices to heaven and pray for good harvest in ancient times. Then tour to the Summer Palace, the
largest ancient preserved garden in China and a former summer retreat for Emperors and the chosen
few. Enjoy the famous acrobatic show in the evening.
Day 04
Beijing (B, L, D)
The highlight today is a trip to the astonishing Great Wall at Juyongguan Path. The Great Wall is
the most famous image of China throughout the world. It is the only man made object visible
from the moon, and as one of the Eight Wonders of the world. It is a symbol of Chinese traditional
culture and the pride of the Chinese nation. Later visit the Sacred Path of Ming Tombs, 13 of the 16
Ming emperors have their tombs here. This is an attractive destination as much for the natural scenery
of the area as for the tombs themselves. Visit the Cloisonne Factory and enjoy the famous Peking Duck
dinner in the evening.
Day 05
Beijing - Xian (B, L, D)
Fly to Xian in the morning, the first Chinese city to open up its doors to the ancient world during the
Tang Dynasty as the first stop on the Silk Road. Over a period of more than 2000 years, Xian was the
capital for eleven dynasties. Along with Rome and Constantinople, this city was a world leader in
culture and trade and played a vital role in bridging the gap between east and west. Upon arrival
sightseeing the Bell Tower, and the Ancient City Wall, it is not only the most complete city wall that has
survived in China, but it's also one of the largest and most complete ancient military defense systems
in the world. Enjoy the Dumpling Banquet dinner in the evening.
Day 06
Xian (B, L, D)
Visit the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses, the attached defending army to the first emperor of China,
it is regarded as "the eighth wonder of the world" and among the top archaeological excavations of
the 20th century. Visit the Large Wild Goose Pagoda, the symbol of the city, it is said to have been built to
house and protect Buddhist scriptures collected by the Chinese monk, Xuan Zang. Enjoy the Tang
Dynasty Singing and Dancing Show in the evening.
Day 07
Xian - Chongqing - Three Gorges (B, L, D)
Fly to the mountain city Chongqing in the morning, the birthplace of Ba and Yu culture with the history
of 3000 years. Upon arrival visit the Panda House. After dinner board the deluxe Yangtze River cruiser
and start you venture tour on the Yangtze River. With a rich Chinese cultural heritage of thousands of
years, the Three Gorges is not only a picturesque natural gallery, but also a spectacular treasure house.
Day 08
Three Gorges (B, L, D)
The cruiser sails downstream. Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City, located on the north bank of the
Yangtze. A series of temples have been built here, each representing different aspects of hell according to
Taoist belief. The temples are dominated by statues, frescos and carvings of the ghosts and devils who
are believed to govern Taoist hell. Locals gather here to pray for a good afterlife and re-incarnation
in their next life.
Day 09
Three Gorges (B, L, D)
Today the cruiser will sail into the Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Although Qutang Gorge is the smallest
among the Three Gorges, it is actually the most powerful one and the water here flows most rapidly at
this spot. The Wu Gorge boasts the most immediately beautiful and spectacular scenery of the Three
Gorges. Flanking the river is a series of green mountains with precipices and peaks where the water
zigzags forward and gives way to some attractive scenery. Transfer to smaller boats to see the
Shennongxi Stream or the Lessor Three Gorges along the Daning River. Then the cruiser will pass
Badong, Zigui, and sail into the Xiling Gorge, which is renowned for being extremely perilous and is the
longest one of the Three Gorges. The water is full of turbulent currents and whirlpools and dangerous
shoals.
Day 10
Three Gorges - Yichang - Shanghai (B, L, D)
The cruiser will pass the ship-lock of the Three Gorges Dam, and arrive at Sandouping in the morning.
Shore excursion to visit the Three Gorges Dam, the largest project of China. Arrive Yichang after lunch,
and then fly to Shanghai-the largest commercial and financial center of China.
Day 11
Shanghai (B, L, D)
Stroll the Nanjing Road and the Bund (Wai Tan) waterfront area, a sweeping area along the Huangpu
River, where used to be foreign concessions and now is the symbol of modern Shanghai. Here is the best
place to capture the western influence of the old days. Sightsee the Yuyuan Garden and the Shanghai
Museum.
Day 12
Shanghai - U.S.A./Canada (B)
Tour guide will transfer you to the airport and home your sweet home.
Price Includes:
All the taxes.
International airfare .SFO/LAX - Beijing, Shanghai - SFO/LAX
All the transportation services in China (Land, Air, Water).
First class hotels in China (based on double occupancy).
Daily meals listed on the itinerary (American and Chinese combination breakfast, China lunch and dinner).
All luggage transfer service between airports and hotels in China.
English speaking tour guide in China.
Admissions to all scenic destinations listed in the itinerary.
Travel accidental insurance in China.
Price Excludes:
Chinese visa ($70.00/person). Please visit www.cntravel.biz/visa.shtml.
Tips ($6.00 per passenger per day is suggested, covering guides, luggage service, drivers)
Personal expense.
Hotels
Beijing:
Jade Palace Hotel (5 Stars)
Tel: 010-62628888
Xian:
Diamond International Hotel (4 Stars)
Tel: 029-85768888
Shanghai:
New Century Hotel (4 Stars)
Tel: 021-36084999
The above fares are for passengers departing from San Francisco or Los Angeles. Domestic add-on fares are:
U.S. Eastern and Central Standard Time Zone: USD$250;
