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China's Beautiful South

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Pandas Li River Cruise Buddhist Site Beautiful Scenery Temples & Palaces UNESCO World Heritage Shopping  

Picturesque landscapes and majestic rivers

14 days from $ 4990

Chinas Beautiful South

Begin this wonderful tour of Southern China with a cruise through some of the world’s breathtaking scenery on the mighty Yangtze River. Then head to the beautiful city of Guilin and enjoy a cruise on the picturesque Li River. Next is Kunming which is also known as the ‘City of Eternal Spring’ due to its year-round mild and pleasant spring-like conditions. You will also visit Lijiang; a UNESCO world heritage site, Black Dragon Pool and Tiger Leaping Gorge, which is one of the deepest and most dramatic gorges in the world.

Included in the price

  • Price includes international flights,
  • Departure taxes, current fuel
  • Surcharges, domestic transportation,
  • Accommodations, meals as stated, daily tours,
  • Entrance fees, guides and visa fees for US passport holders.

Days 1-2 : US – Shanghai

Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. 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. Also walk along the famous Bund. (B,L)

Day 4 : Shanghai – Guilin

Fly to the beautiful city of Guilin. (B)

Days 5-6 : Li River Cruise – Guilin

Cruise the stunning Li River to Yangshuo. (B,L). The next day, explore the colorful local markets before returning to Guilin to visit the colourful stalagmites and stalactites of Reed Flute Caves. (B)

Days 7-8 : Guilin – Kunming

Fly to Kunming, also known as the ‘City of Eternal Spring’. (B). The next day, enjoy a full day tour of the picturesque Stone Forest. (B,L)

Day 9 : Kunming – Lijiang

Fly to Lijiang and wander through the cobbled streets of the Old Quarter. Also visit Black Dragon Pool. (B,L)

Day 10 : Tiger Leaping Gorge

Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the most dramatic and deepest gorges in the world. (B,L)

Days 11 : Lijiang – Kunming

Fly to Kunming. (B)

Day 12 : Kunming – Chengdu

Fly to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. (B)

Day 13 : Pandas & Buddha day tour

Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these adorable animals. Later, travel to Leshan to visit the Grand Buddha, the world’s largest stone carved Buddhist statue. We take a short boat trip to view the statue from the river. (B,L)

Day 14 : Chengdu – US

Fly to the US, arriving home later the same day or the following morning depending on airline chosen. (B)

Dates and Prices

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Tour departs any day subject to availability

   4* hotels used

  • Based on New York and Los Angeles departures
  • Regional departures available from many US cities
  • Weekend supplement from $80 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
  • Single supplement from $1,190
  • Sole passenger price from $6,490
  • Land only from $3,790 (Shanghai - Chengdu)
  • 5* hotels from $5,790
  • Excludes tipping

Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N

Hong Kong Extension

    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

Hong Kong & Lantau Island

    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

Hong Kong & Macau

    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

Hong Kong Shopping - 4D/3N

Hong Kong Shopping

    This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.

    Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
    Transfer to your hotel in Hong Kong.

    Days 2: Hong Kong
    Enjoy a two day shopping tour (5 hours per day) including Chinese Dim Sum lunches. During the two days, visit the Horizon Plaza, Aberdeen, Porcelain and Jewelry factories, Stanley Market, Jade Market and the Ladies’ Market. (B,L)

    Day 3: Hong Kong
    Continue your shopping tour to make the most of the opportunities. (B,L)

    Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
    Transfer to Hong Kong Airport.(B)

    Hotel Prices:
    Price is per person based on:
    BP International 3*+ from $590pp
    Park Hotel 4* from $690pp
    Harbour Grand Kowloon 4*+ from $890 pp
    Intercontinental Grand Stanford 5* from $890pp

    Price from $ 590.00pp

    Other Supplement from:

    Tour departs any day subject to availability

    Single supplement from $240pp
    Sole passenger price from $830pp

    Includes accommodation, local transportation, touring, 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.