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# Scenic Yangtze Discovery

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### Scenic Yangtze Discovery

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- 16 Days / 14 Nights

Capture China’s stunning landscapes, iconic cities, and historical wonders in one journey with this comprehensive 16-day tour, complete with a 4-night cruise along the legendary Yangtze River. Wander through Beijing’s labyrinthine Forbidden Palace, stride along the Great Wall of China, see the pandas at Chongqing Zoo, and admire the sheer gorges, mountain vistas, and extraordinary Three Gorges Dam on a comfortable cruiseboat voyage on the Yangtze. From there, it’s on to Xian to view the Terracotta Warriors, sail through the dream-like landscapes of Guilin’s River Li, and soak in the energy, glamour, and towering skyline of Shanghai.

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- Beijing (3 nights)
- Yangtze River (4 nights)
- Xian (2 nights)
- Guilin (2 nights)
- Shanghai (3 nights)

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### Itinerary at a glance

DAY 1
USA – Beijing, China
DAY 2
Arrive in Beijing
DAY 3
Beijing
DAY 4
Beijing
DAY 5
Beijing - Yichang - Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 6
Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 7
Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 8
Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 9
Yangtze River Cruise - Chongqing - Xian
DAY 10
Xian
DAY 11
Xian - Guilin
DAY 12
Guilin
DAY 13
Guilin - Shanghai
DAY 14
Shanghai
DAY 15
Shanghai
DAY 16
Shanghai – USA
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## Itinerary

Beijing (3 nts) Yangtze river (4 nts) Xian (2 nts) Guilin (2 nts) Shanghai (3 nts)

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DAY
1
USA – Beijing, China: Fly to China
Depart from your home city and begin your journey to Beijing, China’s dynamic capital and one of the most historically significant cities in East Asia.
DAY
2
Arrive in Beijing: Arrival & Leisure Time in Beijing
Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to relax or begin exploring the capital at your own pace.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Millennium Beijing or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar (Standard Twin) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

DAY
3
Beijing: Full-Day Beijing City Tour
Discover the layers of Beijing’s imperial and modern legacy. Visit Tiananmen Square, the world’s largest public plaza, then explore the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City, where 24 emperors ruled from behind vermilion walls and golden roofs. In the afternoon, stroll through the Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its classical Chinese landscape design surrounding tranquil Kunming Lake. Enjoy a photo stop at the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube stadiums from the 2008 Olympics. In the evening, savor a traditional Peking Duck dinner, a signature dish dating back to the Ming dynasty.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Millennium Beijing or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar (Standard Twin) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
4
Beijing: Great Wall & Temple of Heaven Tour
This morning, journey north to the majestic Badaling section of the Great Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Stretching across rugged mountains, the wall once served as an imposing barrier against northern invasions during the Ming dynasty. Walk along its storied ramparts and admire panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, a harmonious masterpiece of Ming architecture where emperors once performed elaborate rituals to ensure prosperous harvests. The evening is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Included

Accommodation

Grand Millennium Beijing or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar (Standard Twin) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

DAY
5
Beijing - Yichang - Yangtze River Cruise: Fly to Yichang & Board Yangtze Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Yichang, a gateway city to the Yangtze River. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief city tour before continuing to the Maoping pier. There, board the Victoria Isabella, one of the newest ships in the fleet, and settle into your comfortable Superior cabin for the start of your four-night Yangtze River cruise.

Included

Accommodation

Victoria Cruises (Isabella) or Similar (Superior Cabin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
6
Yangtze River Cruise: Three Gorges Dam & Xiling Gorge
Begin your cruise with a shore excursion to the monumental Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest hydroelectric project and a marvel of modern engineering. Later, cruise through the dramatic Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of the famed Three Gorges.

Included

Accommodation

Victoria Cruises (Isabella) or Similar (Superior Cabin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
7
Yangtze River Cruise: Scenic Cruise: Goddess or Shennong Stream
Depending on the weather today, enjoy a memorable excursion to cruise along the serenely beautiful gorges of the Shennong Stream or the Goddess Stream, two tributaries of the Yangtze. Afterward, rejoin your main ship to glide past the sheer cliffs of mountainous Wu Gorge and navigate the slender Qutang Gorge through its terraced hillsides.

Included

Accommodation

Victoria Cruises (Isabella) or Similar (Superior Cabin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
8
Yangtze River Cruise: Fengdu Excursion
After breakfast, visit Xiaoguanshan in Fengdu, a site steeped in Chinese mythology and known as the “City of Ghosts.” According to legend, it is the gateway to the afterlife, featuring a mix of Taoist and Buddhist sculptures and temples.

Included

Accommodation

Victoria Cruises (Isabella) or Similar (Superior Cabin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
9
Yangtze River Cruise - Chongqing - Xian: Disembark in Chongqing and see panda + Fly to Xian
Disembark your cruise ship this morning at Chongqing. Visit the Chongqing Zoo to see its famed giant pandas and stroll Liberation Square and the Mountain City Trail before flying to Xian, one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China.

Included

Accommodation

Hilton Xian or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Westin Xian or Similar (Standard Twin) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Dinner at hotel

DAY
10
Xian: Terracotta Warriors & Tang Dynasty Show
A crossroads of ancient civilizations, Xian was the eastern terminus of the Silk Road. Visit the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Army, buried in 210 BC to guard Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife. View the ranks of 8,000 life-sized soldiers, horses, and chariots, each with unique facial features. This afternoon, visit the 7th-century Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a symbol of Tang dynasty architecture and Buddhist culture. This evening, enjoy a lively Tang Dynasty cultural performance with dinner.

Included

Accommodation

Hilton Xian or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Westin Xian or Similar (Standard Twin) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner and show

DAY
11
Xian - Guilin: Xian City Wall + Fly to Guilin
Begin the day at Xian’s 14th-century City Wall, one of China’s oldest and best-preserved fortifications. Later, fly to Guilin, famed for its otherworldly karst landscapes immortalized in Chinese poetry and painting.

Included

Accommodation

Shangri-La Guilin or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

DAY
12
Guilin: Li River Cruise to Yangshuo + Return to Guilin
Admire Guilin’s magical landscapes as you cruise on the Li River today. Pass rice fields, conical-shaped karsts and waters dotted with bamboo fishing rafts — some with fishermen who use cormorants to catch their prey. After lunch on board, disembark at Yangshuo to take in the quintessential Chinese buildings along its main thoroughfare, West Street. Back to Guilin late in the afternoon and enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Included

Accommodation

Shangri-La Guilin or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner at hotel

DAY
13
Guilin - Shanghai: Reed Flute Cave + Fly to Shanghai
Today, visit the symbol of Guilin, Elephant Trunk Hill , which resembles a giant elephant drinking from the Li River. Its natural arch, Water Moon Cave, forms a moon-like reflection on the water. Travel to the remarkable Reed Flute Cave, a natural limestone cavern named after the nearby beds of reeds that can be sculpted into melodious flutes. Explore the dramatic caverns and chambers to witness their beautifully illuminated stalagmites, stalactites and other bizarre rock formations. Afterward, fly to Shanghai, China’s largest city.

Included

Accommodation

Swissotel Grand Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

DAY
14
Shanghai: City Tour: Bund, Nanjing Road & Farewell Dinner
Once known as the 'Pearl of the Orient' for its key role in the trade of tea, silk, and opium, Shanghai today is a dynamic blend of past and present. Discover this vibrant metropolis on a guided city tour featuring iconic sights such as the elegant Bund waterfront, the bustling Nanjing Road shopping district, the lively City God Temple Bazaar, and the stylish Xintiandi area. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner and take a scenic cruise along the Huangpu River, where colonial facades and modern skyscrapers illuminate the city’s skyline.

Included

Accommodation

Swissotel Grand Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
15
Shanghai: Leisure Day or Optional Suzhou Tour
Spend the day at leisure. Explore at your own pace or join an optional full-day excursion to Suzhou, famed for its classical gardens, canals, and silk industry.

Included

Accommodation

Swissotel Grand Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar (Standard Room) LUXURY

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel

Optional Tours & Extras

Suzhou One Day tour with lunch (min 10 pax)

$85 per person
DAY
16
Shanghai – USA: Depart from Shanghai
Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, concluding your journey through the ancient and modern wonders of China.

Included

Meals

Breakfast at hotel

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## Inclusion

### Inclusions

Services of an expert tour manager throughout China (for groups of 10 or more)

Specialist English-speaking local guides

Beijing: Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and Great Wall
Chongqing: Zoo, Liberation Monument Square
Xian: Terracotta Warriors Museum, City Wall
Guilin: Li River Cruise, Elephant Trunk Hill Park, Reed Flute Cave
Shanghai: The Bund, Nanjing Road, City God Temple Bazaar, Xintiandi
3 shore excursions on board: The Three Gorges Dam, Shennong Stream and Xiaoguanshan
Special entertainment: Xian - Tang Dynasty Dinner Show

Deluxe air-conditioned coach touring

Airport transfers on arrival and departure in China with purchase of Land+Air Package

Comprehensive sightseeing tours including entrance fees as per itinerary

All hotel taxes, duties and surcharges, airport taxes (for land & air packages)
Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 10 guests

14 hotel or cruise ship breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 Chinese or Western dinners

### Upgrade to Private Tour

Private tour for 10+ Passengers: No Additional cost. Please Contact US for booking

## Hotels

### Where you could stay

Beijing

### Grand Millennium Beijing or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Set in the business district of China's capital, Grand Millennium Beijing is within easy reach of the Beijing's attractions. Our luxury hotel has the ideal location to explore the worlds of fashion, culture, and art. Nearby, you'll find the CCTV headquarters and The Place shopping complex. Within the hotel, opulence is complemented by practical ease.

Beijing

### Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Luxury

Located on Wangfujing, within walking distance of The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, Grand Hyatt Beijing is part of Oriental Plaza with direct access to the adjacent shopping mall. Blending both western and oriental traditions encompassing contemporary design and classic standards of service and excellence, our hotel allows you to experience Beijing in our own way.

Yangtze River

### Victoria Cruises (Isabella) or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Established in New York City in 1993, Victoria Cruise Lines has been the leader in luxury cruising on China’s majestic Yangtze River. Celebrating 30 Years. Over two million satisfied passengers have sailed with us. We have become the Yangtze’s preeminent cruise line because of the quality of our fleet, our outstanding service, and innovative itineraries. Victoria Cruises is an allied member of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), an associate member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), and a member of the New York Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). For 2026 departures, guests will enjoy the new Isabella superior cabins.

Xian

### Hilton Xian or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Find us within the ancient city walls of Xi'an, directly opposite the popular Dongxin Street Night Market. Wulukou metro station is 900 meters from our hotel, and historic sites such as the Bell Tower and Big Wild Goose Pagoda are within seven kilometers. We have landscaped roof gardens, an indoor pool, and a spa.

Xian

### The Westin Xian or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Luxury

Stay at The Westin Xian, set in an exciting historic location, just steps from the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and many cultural gems in Xian, as well as restaurants and an upscale shopping area. Experience residential comfort in our 377 spacious hotel guest rooms and suites. Each room features contemporary design, high-tech entertainment and business options and welcoming amenities such as the Westin Heavenly Bed, rain forest shower and separate tub.

Guilin

### Shangri-La Guilin or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Shangri-La Guilin is located on the banks of the sparkling Li River, with lush landscaped gardens and unique 'Karst-Scenery'. The distinct Chinese-style architecture is a fascinating sight to behold. The indulgent Asian hospitality is heart-warming. You have arrived at Shangri-La Guilin. Guilin literally means “forest of Sweet Osmanthus”. As you traverse the city, you are constantly aware of the breathtaking hills with their surreal rock formations. Between saccharine scents, sounds of the river and majestic hills, you are absolutely spellbound. Guilin's claim to having the “finest mountains and rivers under heaven” is indisputable.

Shanghai

### Swissotel Grand Shanghai or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Swissôtel Grand Shanghai combines business, shopping, and culture! Located in the city's prominent, upscale central district, the hotel is close to the famous West Nanjing Road, and Metro lines 2 and 7. Only 20 minutes from Hongqiao Airport and 50 from Pudong International Airport, our 5-star hotel is steps from historic Jing'an Temple and Jing'an Park. Jade Buddha Temple, the Shanghai Exhibition Centre and top Shanghai malls are also within easy reach. As a part of the Accor sustainability commitment to preserving the environment as well as governmental regulations, our hotel will no longer provide single-use plastic amenities in our guest rooms.

Shanghai

### The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Luxury

The award-winning Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is a landmark located in a retail, dining and entertainment complex on the famous West Nanjing Road. Situated in the heart of the commercial, shopping and entertainment district of the city, our luxury hotel features unparalleled service, exquisite dining experiences and spacious accommodations.

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### Suzhou One Day tour with lunch (min 10 pax)

Suzhou is nicknamed the "Venice of the East''. Strategically situated on the ancient trade route, this lovely city has been a center of silk production for centuries and offers picturesque canals, stone bridges and ornamental gardens. Witness its highlights on our tour, which includes a boat ride on the Grand Canal and visit the UNESCO

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Beijing • Yangtze River • Xian • Guilin • Shanghai

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