Exceptional China with Yangtze River Cruise & Hong Kong
CAD $4200.0
17 Days / 16 Nights
See the many sides of China, starting in historic Beijing. Explore Tiananmen Square and the Badaling Great Wall before cruising the Yangtze River, stopping at fog-ensconced temple complexes and admiring the dramatic cliff faces of the Three Gorges. Disembark, then visit Suzhou, the Venice of the East, and Shanghai, one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Then travel to Hong Kong to conclude your journey with a tour of the city sites.
Itinerary
| Day | Destination | Activities |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beijing | Hotel check-in |
| 2 | Beijing | Morning Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City Hutong tour by pedicab, including local market |
| 3 | Beijing | Morning excursion to the Badaling Great Wall
In the afternoon, see the Summer Palace |
| 4 | Beijing – Xian | See the Temple of Heaven and the Lama Temple Fly to Xian and hotel check-in |
| 5 | Xian | Guided tour of the Terra Cotta Museum. Explore the Shaanxi Provincial Historical Museum |
| 6 | Xian – Chongqing | See the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and City Wall Fly to Chongqing and hotel check-in |
| 7 | Chongqing | See the Chongqing Panda Zoo
EMBARKATION |
| 8 | Shibaozhai | Excursion to Shibaozhai
Optional Fengdu Ghost City tour |
| 9 | Three Gorges | See Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, Shennong Stream
Optional White Emperor City tour |
| 10 | Yichang – Shanghai | DISEMBARKATION
Flight to Shanghai |
| 11 | Shanghai | Morning visit to Yu Garden and Old Town
Enjoy an acrobatic performance. |
| 12 | Suzhou | Full-day sightseeing excursion to Suzhou
Chinese-style lunch at a local restaurant |
| 13 | Shanghai | Day at your leisure in Shanghai
Optional tours available |
| 14 | Shanghai – Hong Kong | Hotel check-out/in |
| 15 | Hong Kong | Visit Victoria Peak
Aternoon sightseeing tram tour |
| 16 | Hong Kong | Half day walking foodie tour |
| 17 | Hong Kong | Hotel check-out |
(Wed.) / Arrive Beijing, China
Upon arrival in Beijing, join Seat-In-Coach transfer to the hotel for check in. Balance of day at leisure.
BEIJING (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a full day Seat-In-Coach tour with lunch included.
BEIJING (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a full day Seat-In-Coach tour with lunch and dinner included.
BEIJING / XIAN (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a half day Seat-In-Coach tour with lunch included.
This morning, visit the Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple. Then have a Beijing Noodle lunch at local restaurant.
Transfer to airport for flight flying to Xian.
Transportation: local flight
Upon arrival in Xian, transfer to your hotel for check in. Balance of day at leisure.
Accommodation: Days Hotel & Suite Xinxing Xian or similar (2 nights)
XIAN (B,L,D)
Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a full day Seat-In-Coach tour with lunch and dinner included.
XIAN / CHONGQING (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a half day Seat-In-Coach tour with lunch included.
CHONGQING / EMBARKATION (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. This morning, visit the Chongqing Panda Zoo then return to the hotel to check out. Lunch at local restaurant, followed by afternoon visit to the Stilwell Museum and local market. Have a traditional Sichuan Hot Pot Dinner before transfer to the pier to board on your Yangtze River cruise.
YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE (B,L,D)
Day at leisure to enjoy the scenery and facilities onboard the cruise.
YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE (B,L,D)
Day at leisure to enjoy the scenery and facilities onboard the cruise.
Disembarkation – YiChang – Shanghai (B/L)
Disembark in YiChang and transfer to airport for flight to Shanghai.
Transportation: local flight
Upon arrival in Shanghai, transfer to your hotel for check in. Balance of day at leisure.
Accommodation: Sunrise On The Bund Hotel or similar (4 nights)
SHANGHAI (B/D)
Breakfast at hotel. This morning, visit the Yu Garden and the Old Town of Shanghai.
Shanghai – Suzhou – Shanghai (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy a full day excursion to Suzhou via high-speed train.
SHANGHAI (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Free day at leisure.
Shanghai – Hong Kong (B)
Breakfast at hotel.
Hong Kong (B)
Breakfast at hotel.
Enjoy a half day Seat-In-Coach city tour this morning. The perfect way to discover Hong Kong’s delights. Victoria Peak by Peak Tram, Aberdeen (with an optional sampan ride), enroute historic Repulse Bay, Stanley Market for bargains and a visit to a prestigious jewellery workshop. Return to hotel after tour.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a 60-minute sightseeing tram tour. During the TramOramic tour, travel around Hong Kong aboard a 1920-style open-top tramcar to see historical and contemporary landmarks and hear commentary about life in the city. Then use the included 2-day ticket for the public tram system to see more at your leisure. It’s a great way to get a little insider perspective with the ability to explore the city on your own, as well.
NOTE: you will need to make your own way to/from the tram tour meeting point.
Hong Kong (B/L or D)
Breakfast at hotel.
Today we will enjoy a half day walking foodie tour. Hong Kong is a Foodie Paradise. It takes hungry souls from around the world on Hong Kong food tours to explore and taste different areas of this dynamic city. Accompanied by one of our local Foodie Guides, you will learn about Hong Kong’s culinary culture while savoring classic dishes and drinks at locals’ favorite neighborhood eateries. During our Foodie Tours, you will also experience Hong Kong’s local way of living, our history and culture. You have the option to choose among one of the three famous areas of Hong Kong: Central & Sheung Wan; Sham Shui Po; or Tai Po. Option depending on tour schedule and your personal interest.
Depart Hong Kong (B)
Breakfast at hotel and check-out.
Join Seat-In-Coach transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Dates & Prices
| Departure dates | Package rate Price Per Person* |
|---|---|
| April – November 2019 | From $4,220 |
* Price per person based on double occupancy. Due to the dynamic nature of availability and pricing, please click here to contact us directly for sailing schedule and full pricing |
NOTES:
- Blackout dates for China: Apr 10, 2019 & Sept 25, 2019.
- Blackout dates for Hong Kong: Dec 30, 2018 – Jan 1, 2019.
- Airport Seat-In-Coach transfer in Hong Kong only operates for flights arriving/departing between 11am – 5pm, surcharges for private transfer will apply for flight outside of time range.
- Hong Kong half day walking foodie tour does not operate on Sundays.
- China Visa fee is not included.
- Gratuities are not included.
The above rates DO NOT include travel, health, accident or other insurance.
Featured Inclusions
10 nights hotel accommodation in China including daily breakfast
3 nights Yangtze River cruise, outside cabin with private balcony
3 nights hotel accommodation in Hong Kong including daily breakfast
Domestic flight in economy class from Beijing to Xian
Domestic flight in economy class from Xian to Chongqing
Domestic flight in economy class from Yichang to Shanghai
Roundtrip high speed train Shanghai – Suzhou and return (2nd class soft seat)
Meals included as mentioned in itinerary
Transfers and tours in either Seat-In-Coach basis or private, as per mentioned in itinerary
Ship Information
President No.6
Launched in April 2011, with a 5–star building standard, the President 6 is the breakthrough of traditional cruise facilities and services for the presidential fleet, which marks the new generation of super 5–star boat on the Yangtze River. It features both deluxe classical European style and modern comforts. Its spacious public area, lobby, restaurants, banquet and conference facilities are unique in design and decoration. It boasts the highest passenger capacity of all vessels sailing on the Yangtze River with 187 cabins for374 passengers in total (2 President suites, 2 executive suites, 32 deluxe suites and 151 deluxe cabins).
