Majestic Yangtze

Your itinerary

Days 1-2: UK/Shanghai

Fly to Shanghai with British Airways where we will transfer to our hotel for the next 2 nights. Shanghai is often referred to as the 'Paris of the East'. Experience the beautiful Yu Gardens, Old Town and the Bund. In the evening enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional Shanghai cuisine.

Day 3: Shanghai

Visit the Shanghai Museum and tour the New Economic Zone in Pudong. We will also have the opportunity to explore the restored area of Xintiandi and its 1920's architectural style 'shikumen' buildings. In the evening, enjoy a stunning Huangpu River Cruise.

Day 4: Shanghai/Yangtze

Fly to Yichang today and transfer (approx 1 hour) to board our Yangtze River cruise vessel for the next 4 nights.

Days 5-7: Yangtze River Cruise

Enjoy a tour of the Three Gorges Dam, before cruising on the mighty Yangtze River, passing through the spectacular Three Gorges and the equally dramatic Shennong Stream or the Lesser Three Gorges.

Day 8: Chongqing/Chengdu

Disembark in Chongqing this morning and drive to Chengdu for an overnight stay. Chengdu is the capital of the Sichuan Province, renowned for its natural beauty as well as its popular and distinct cuisine.

Day 9: Chengdu Panda Reserve/Xian

This morning visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these endearing animals before flying to the historic city of Xian. Transfer to our hotel for the next 2 nights. In the evening feast on a traditional Shui Jiao meal.

Day 10: Xian

Today we will see the most important archeological discovery of the 20th Century - the life-size Terracotta Warriors, followed by the ancient City Wall, one of the best preserved in all of China. This magical day is completed with a performance of Tang Dynasty Dancing.

Day 11: Xian/Beijing

Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and Shaanxi Provincial Museum then stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to see the Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets. Later fly to Beijing for 3 nights. Our welcoming dinner includes the delicacy 'Peking Duck'.

Days 12-13: Beijing

Beijing is a city full of wonders. Our first day includes a visit to Tiananmen Square, the treasure filled Forbidden City and the exquisite Summer Palace. Tomorrow we will take a walk on the Great Wall, and visit the unique Temple of Heaven. Our evening entertainment will be a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show.

Day 14: Beijing/UK

Transfer to the airport to board our flight to the UK arriving home later the same day.

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