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Highlights
Visit the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square and the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City
Visit the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors
Sail through the Three Gorges; the narrow Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge
Visit the Bund, a Silk Factory Outlet and Nanjing Road
3-star stays
Deluxe coach, cruise and train travel, and select flights
Chongqing: You’ll get to know Chongqing, a major river city built on steep hills above the Yangtze. Busy shopping streets, high-rises and older alleyways sit side by side and hotpot restaurants are packed most evenings, showing you how people here eat, shop and spend their time.
Xi'an: Explore the vast underground tomb complex of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Stand before the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army, thousands of life-sized warriors, horses and chariots crafted over two millennia ago to guard the emperor in the afterlife. Each figure is unique, offering a powerful glimpse into ancient artistry and imperial ambition.
Xi'an: Step inside 2,000-year-old Yaodong cave dwellings, built from naturally insulating, earthquake-resistant Loess earth. As modern homes replace them, your visit helps families restore their homes, keeping their heritage alive while embracing the future. Your visit also directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Beijing: Gain insights into this fascinating city during a sightseeing tour of Beijing. See the Great Hall of the People and Tiananmen Square before stepping through the south gate of the Forbidden City.
Great Wall of China: Visit the Great Wall of China to marvel at the history of this renowned landmark.
Beijing: Discover the significance of jade in Chinese culture during a visit to a traditional workshop. You’ll learn to tell genuine jade from imitation, explore the stone’s cultural and mineral origins, and even watch skilled artisans at work. More than a jewellery stop, this experience offers insight into a tradition shaped by 2,500 years of history and Confucian values.
Deluxe coach, cruise and train travel, and select flights
Chongqing: You’ll get to know Chongqing, a major river city built on steep hills above the Yangtze. Busy shopping streets, high-rises and older alleyways sit side by side and hotpot restaurants are packed most evenings, showing you how people here eat, shop and spend their time.
Xi'an: Explore the vast underground tomb complex of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Stand before the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army, thousands of life-sized warriors, horses and chariots crafted over two millennia ago to guard the emperor in the afterlife. Each figure is unique, offering a powerful glimpse into ancient artistry and imperial ambition.
Xi'an: Step inside 2,000-year-old Yaodong cave dwellings, built from naturally insulating, earthquake-resistant Loess earth. As modern homes replace them, your visit helps families restore their homes, keeping their heritage alive while embracing the future. Your visit also directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Beijing: Gain insights into this fascinating city during a sightseeing tour of Beijing. See the Great Hall of the People and Tiananmen Square before stepping through the south gate of the Forbidden City.
Great Wall of China: Visit the Great Wall of China to marvel at the history of this renowned landmark.
Beijing: Discover the significance of jade in Chinese culture during a visit to a traditional workshop. You’ll learn to tell genuine jade from imitation, explore the stone’s cultural and mineral origins, and even watch skilled artisans at work. More than a jewellery stop, this experience offers insight into a tradition shaped by 2,500 years of history and Confucian values.
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What's Included
Accommodation
Cherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedAs you arrive, the Yangtze stretches before you, the longest river in Asia and third longest in the world, its broad waters glinting in the light. After dinner, step aboard your cruise ship and settle in for three nights on the water, watching the current slip quietly past beyond the deck.On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Meals
Many meals and daily breakfasts included
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
City orientation toursAudio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiencesExtensive variety of Choice ExperiencesShanghai to YichangBeijing to Xi'an and Xi'an to Chongqing
Travel with your Small Group from Shanghai to Beijing and see China’s big hitters without the fuss. Cruise the Yangtze through jaw-dropping gorges, come face to face with the Terracotta Warriors and walk the Great Wall. Check out Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Three Gorges Dam. You’ll zip between cities on high-speed trains, cruise ships and coaches — with the must-sees sorted and plenty of freedom to do your own thing.
day 1Arrive Shanghai
Youve just landed in one of Chinas most exciting cities full of energy, flavour and hidden corners to discover. Arrive early? Head to the beautiful Yuyuan Garden, a peaceful spot with classical pavilions, koi ponds and winding walkways right in the middle of the city. Or keep it casual with a wander through nearby markets and street food stalls. However you ease in, your adventure kicks off tonight with dinner at a local restaurant your first taste of Chinese cuisine and a chance to meet your small group crew.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Shanghai
Accommodation
Ocean
day 2Shanghai Sightseeing
day 3Shanghai Free Day
day 4Yangtze River Cruise
day 5Yangtze River Cruise
day 6Yangtze River Cruise
day 7Yangtze River Cruise - Chongqing - Xi'an
day 8Xi'an Sightseeing
day 9Xi'an - Beijing
day 10Beijing Sightseeing
day 11Beijing and the Great Wall
day 12Depart Beijing
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