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Guilin
Days 1-2: UK/Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
with British Airways, where upon arrival we will be welcomed by our
National Escort and transferred to our hotel for 2 nights. Shanghai
is known as the 'Paris of the East' and we experience this exciting
city with visits to the Yu Garden, Old Town and the
Bund. Our welcoming banquet will be of
sumptuous Shanghai cuisine.
Day 3: Shanghai
Visit the
Shanghai Museum and cross the Great Nanpu Bridge to tour the Pudong
New Economic Zone. We will also have the opportunity to explore the
Xintiandi area with its 1920's style 'shikumen' buildings unique to
Shanghai. In the evening enjoy a stunning
Huangpu River Cruise.
Day 4: Beijing
Depart Shanghai
and fly to Beijing this morning and transfer to our hotel for a 3
night stay. The city is full of wonders and our sightseeing today
includes the exquisite Summer Palace and an evening dinner which
includes the delicacy 'Peking Duck'.
Day 5: Beijing
Enjoy an
exciting walk on the Great Wall and tour the unique Temple of
Heaven. In the evening we will see a
fascinating Chinese Acrobatic Show.
Day 6: Beijing
Today we will
stroll through famous Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao's
Mausoleum before exploring the treasured filled Forbidden
City.
Day 7: Beijing/Xian
This morning
enjoy a shopping spree at the famous Silk Markets before boarding
our overnight sleeper train to the former imperial capital of
Xian.
Day 8: Xian
Arrive in Xian
this morning and transfer to our hotel for the next 2 nights. We
visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and the renowned Shaanxi Museum,
which houses thousands of priceless cultural relics. Walk through
the lively Muslim Quarter, visit the Great Mosque and explore the
interesting Islamic food markets, before enjoying a traditional
Shui Jiao meal this evening.
Day 9: Xian
The following
day we explore one of the most significant archaeological
discoveries of the 20th Century - the Terracotta Warriors, and the
ancient City Wall, one of the few remaining in all of
China. End this magical day with a live
performance of traditional Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 10: Xian/Yangtze Cruise
Fly to Wuhan
this morning and transfer by coach (6 hours approx) to board our
Yangtze River Cruise vessel for the next 4 nights.
Days 11-13: Yangtze River Cruise
Enjoy a tour of
the magnificent Three Gorges Dam before cruising on the mighty
Yangtze River, passing through the spectacular Three Gorges and
some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
Enjoy side-trips to the striking Shennong Stream or the
Lesser Three Gorges.
Day 14: Chongqing/Guilin
We disembark
from our cruise this morning and visit the new Panda House at
Chongqing Zoo before flying to Guilin, one of China's most
beautiful cities and stay for 2 nights.
Day 15: Guilin-Li River Cruise
Relax on a
cruise of the spectacular Li River and immerse ourselves in the
breathtaking views of this unique landscape.
Day 16: Guilin/Kunming
Visit the
stunning Reed Flute Caves and Mt Diecai before boarding our flight
to Kunming for 2 nights. Sample the 'Across the Bridge Noodles' in
the evening, the most famous meal in the province.
Day 17: Kunming
Today we enjoy
a full day tour of the picturesque Stone Forest, where massive
limestone columns form a vast forest of surreal shapes and
images.
Day 18: Kunming/Lijiang
A thrilling day
unfolds as we board our morning flight to the 'Living Museum' city
of Lijiang. Upon arrival we will wander
through the quaint cobbled streets and meandering canals of the Old
Quarter, admiring the traditional and colourful Naxi
costumes. This evening we attend the
acclaimed Naxi Ancient Music Show.
Day 19: Tiger Leaping Gorge
Today we visit
one of the most dramatic and deepest gorges in the world, Tiger
Leaping Gorge and enjoy the truly breathtaking scenery.
Day 20: Lijiang/Kunming
Lijiang sits
near the foot of the spectacular Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which
soars to a height of 5500m. This morning we catch a chairlift to
explore one of the high meadows and enjoy the amazing
scenery. We will also visit Black Dragon
Pool before flying back to Kunming.
Days 21-22: Kunming/UK
Enjoy the
morning at leisure before boarding our overnight flight to the UK
via Hong Kong. Arrive home the next
morning filled with many wonderful memories.
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