Compare Yangtze River Classic by Audley Travel
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| Trip |
5 | Excellent
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| Duration | 12 days |
| Price From | $ 4,507 |
| Price Per Day | $ 376 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
| Description |
The Great Wall snaking over the horizon, impassive rows of Terracotta Warriors, sacred mountains, giant pandas munching bamboo… On a tailor-made holiday to China with Audley, you’ll see the highlights — and much more — your way. We’ll design your ideal trip with you, paying close attention to your interests, your travel style and your budget. Our China specialists know the country inside out and can lead you to experiences you won’t find in a guidebook. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Beijing.
Day 2 : Beijing
On arrival in Beijing today you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. After time to freshen up, explore some of Beijing's historical treasures starting with the impressive Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.
Day 3 : Beijing
This morning visit the Temple of Heaven, before exploring the lake, gardens and pavilions that constitute the picturesque Summer Palace.
Day 4 : Beijing
Take a full day excursion out to the magnificent Great Wall at its most dramatic, at the less touristy Jinshanling section.
Day 5 : Xian
This morning you will be taken to the station to board your bullet train Xian. On arrival you will be greeted on the platform and transferred to your hotel. Later this afternoon visit the bustling Muslim Quarter and Grand Mosque. The evening is at leisure.
Day 6 : Chongqing
In the morning see the Terracotta Army, before transferring to the airport for a flight onto Chongqing. There join your Yangtze cruise boat, setting sail early evening.
Day 7 : Chongqing
Your first day of the cruise includes on-shore excursions to see the villages and small towns nestled on the banks of this formidable river.
Day 8 : Chongqing
Today sees you cruising through the famed and beautiful scenery of the Three Gorges and then the Lesser Gorges. The day ends at the tremendous feat of engineering that is the Dam.
Day 9 : Shanghai
Victoria Cruise Day 4 - Morning arrival into Yichang, where you will be met and transferred to the airport for your flight to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. On arrival you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
Day 10 : Shanghai
Shanghai is a great city to explore on foot, using the sightseeing suggestions provided in your final itinerary pack.
Day 11 : Shanghai
A last day at leisure in Shanghai.
Day 12 : International return flight
You are transferred to the airport. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
