Majestic Yangtze
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| Great Wall of China | Terracotta Warriors | Pandas | Yangtze River Cruise | Beautiful Scenery | Temples & Palaces | UNESCO World Heritage | Cultural Show | Shopping |
Cruise, Pandas & Historical Sights
14 days from $ 3290
The highlight of this Wendy Wu group tour's two-week excursion is a four night cruise on the Yangtze River. You’ll thoroughly enjoy the scenic sail through the Three Gorges, a natural phenomenon where stunning vertical cliffs rise from the water to create a dramatic vista. Your appreciation for nature’s majesty will be further enhanced with a visit to the famous panda reserve in Chengdu. Seeing these magnificent animals in a protected yet natural environment is simply fascinating, easily making his tour is a favorite for many of our clients.
This tour has guaranteed departures subject to a minimum of 2 passengers traveling.
Days 1-2 : US – Shanghai
Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East'. Arrive the following day.
Day 3 : Shanghai
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town as well as a visit to the Shanghai Museum, which houses over 120,000 pieces of bronze, coins, jade, ceramics, paintings and calligraphy. We also walk along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture and explore the restored Xintiandi area with its unique 1920’s style shikumen buildings. In the evening, enjoy a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River, where the historic Bund and the futuristic Pudong come face-to-face.
Day 4 : Yangtze River Cruise
Fly to Yichang and board our Yangtze River Cruise vessel.
Days 5-7 : Yangtze River Cruise
Enjoy a tour of the Three Gorges Dam before cruising upstream through some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Over the next three days, we will take a side-trip to the striking Shennong Stream in a pea-pod boat or visit the Lesser Three Gorges. We also enjoy various shore excursions along the way, including the 'Ghost City' of Fengdu with its captivating temples.
Day 8 : Chongqing – Chengdu
Disembark from the cruise vessel and transfer to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. Enjoy a delicious Sichuan meal in the evening.
Day 9 : Chengdu – Xian
Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these adorable animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later, fly to the former ancient capital of Xian. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 10 : Xian
Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors and walk along the Ancient City Wall.
Day 11 : Xian – Beijing
Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and the renowned Shaanxi Museum, which is home to thousands of priceless relics. We also stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to visit the Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets. Later, fly to Beijing, China's capital city. Our evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking Duck.
Day 12 : Beijing
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing, which includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City, which has the largest and best-preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and houses more than 8,000 rooms. We also tour the exquisite Summer Palace.
Day 13 : Beijing
Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance whilst admiring the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, which stretches over 3,000 miles to the Gobi Desert. We also visit the unique Temple of Heaven and enjoy a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show in the evening.
Day 14 : Beijing – US
Fly to the US, arriving home later the same day or the following morning depending on airline chosen.
Dates and Prices
Tour departs Monday and returns Sunday
- Prices are fully inclusive from the US
- Based on New York and Los Angeles departures
- Regional departures available from many US cities
- Flight upgrades available on request
- Land only from $2,690 (Shanghai - Beijing)
- Single supplement from $760
- Tipping payable locally $63
- Private tour from $4,990 fully inclusive
Important note: Outbound and return dates may vary from those shown based upon selected airline and departure point. You will be advised of your specific flight schedule at the time of reservation.
Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
You will be met at Hong Kong Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Hong Kong
A free day to enjoy the delights of this vibrant city as you wish. (B)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $390pp
4* accommodations from $490pp
5* accommodations from $690pp
Price from $ 390.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Lantau Island - 4D/3N
This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Lantau Island
Begin with a ferry ride across the Victoria Harbour to Silvermine Bay to visit beautiful Cheung Sha beach and Tai O Fishing Village. Then travel to Ngong Ping Plateau to see the Giant Buddha and explore Po Lin Monastery where you'll enjoy a vegetarian lunch. Later, visit Ngong Ping Village before a ride aboard the Skyrail cable car. (B,L) If the cable car is canceled due to weather or any other reason, alternative transportation will be arranged.
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $540pp
4* accommodations from $640pp
5* accommodations from $840pp
Price from $ 540.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Macau - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional
sampan ride (paid locally). (B)
Day 3: Macau
Travel by hydrofoil to Macau. Visit the ruins of the St. Paul's Church, Ama Temple, Macau Museum (closed Mondays) and a local casino (minimum age 18). Return by hydrofoil to Hong Kong. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $590pp
4* accommodations from $690pp
5* accommodations from $890pp
Price from $ 590.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
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