Compare Cruising the Red River by Audley Travel vs China Adventure Tour by Discovery Nomads
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| Duration | 16 days | 9 days |
| Price From | $ 5,428 | $ 2,219 |
| Price Per Day | $ 339 | $ 247 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Self-guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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Climb the Great Wall, take a walk on Tiananmen Square and at the Forbidden City, see amazing Terracotta Warriors statues, taste local food in Shanghai and take a evening cruise to see sparkling Hong Kong from the water. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Hong Kong.
Day 2 : Hong Kong
Upon arrival in Hong Kong you will board the convenient airport express to the city centre from where you will transfer to your hotel.Evening at your own leisure to explore.
Day 3 : Hong Kong
Full day at your own leisure to explore this huge city.
Day 4 : Hong Kong
A further day to take in the sights and sounds of Hong Kong.
Day 5 : Hanoi
An early rise today as you will make your way back to the airport in time for your morning flight to Hanoi.Upon arrival in Hanoi you will be greeted by an Audley representative and taken to your hotel.After settling in to your accommodation you will join a local blogger for a fascinating street food tour of Hanoi.
Day 6 : Hanoi
This morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to Hoa Binh where you will board the RV Angkor Pandaw. Disembarking Hoa Binh you will begin your adventure cruising down the Red River.
Day 7 : Hanoi
Wander ashore at Hoa Ha for your first stop at a typical riverside village and enjoy a day sailing downstream admiring the unspoilt beauty of the Da River.
Day 8 : Hanoi
Spend the day visiting numerous sites in and around Viet Tri including the UNESCO village of Duong Lam.
Day 9 : Hanoi
Head on to remote untouched villages including Gia Thanh.
Day 10 : Hanoi
See remote temples and lush rice paddies studded by limestone rock formations.
Day 11 : Hanoi
Arriving in Hanoi you will have the full day to explore the capital's many sites including Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, charming old quarter and the temple of literature.
Day 12 : Hanoi
Spend a further day exploring the city.
Day 13 : Hanoi
Leaving Hanoi behind you will continue along the Duong River towards Halong Bay.
Day 14 : Hanoi
Stop at Duc Tai village before anchoring in the bay surrounded by stunning limestone karst scenery and enjoying a BBQ in a secluded bay.
Day 15 : Hanoi
Enjoy a full day in Halong Bay, exploring ancient caves and local villages.
Day 16 : International return flight
Wake up to the sunrise on Halong Bay and spend the morning discovering the area before disembarking and returning to the airport for your flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
Day 1-3 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing at any time. On the first day we have not planned any events. On Day 2 visit some of the top attractions of Beijing and the surrounding area on this guided group tour. You’ll have the opportunity to walk along the Great Wall, marvel at the Royal Palace and other sites in the Forbidden City and stop to see Tiananmen Square.
Hotel: Grand Hyatt Beijing or similar.
Day 3-5 Xi`an
Travel by high speed comfortable train to Xian (5h). On the Day 4 uncover the mysterious mask of the eighth world wonder, the Terracotta Warriors. Feast your eyes on over 7,000 terracotta sculptures, an army ready for battle and explore one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world.
Hotel: Sheraton Xian or similar.
Day 5-7 Shanghai
Flight to Shanghai. In the evening explore the local restaurant scene of Shanghai on a 3-hour food tasting tour of the city center. Sample more than 15 traditional dishes from Shanghai on a 3-hour food tasting tour of the Yunnan Road. Try some of the best dumpling soup in the city and indulge your sweet tooth at a dessert store. On Day 6 explore the highlights of Shanghai, visit local markets, and the trendy Xintiandi district.
Hotel: Grand Kempinski Shanghai or similar.
Day 7-9 Hong Kong
Flight to Hong Kong. In the evening cruise along the coastal lines of Hong Kong and Kowloon Peninsula, see the the sparkling night city filled with skyscrapers and dazzling neon lights. Enjoy the famous the Symphony of Lights Cruise with unlimited drinks. On Day 8 get scenic photos of the city's famous Victoria Harbor view at Sky Terrace 428 after riding the Peak Tram on this city tour. Visit an ancient fishing village to get to know old Hong Kong and shop for souvenirs at Stanley Market.
Hotel: JW Marriott Hong Kong or similar.
