Long Trip Through the Memories of China, Yangtze and Tibet

16-Day of Beijing, Xian, Lhasa, Chongqing, Yangtze, Yichang, Shanghai Tour

This is definitely the most complete trip to China ever since it covers all of the most famous Chinese attractions. This is the experience you will remember for the rest of your life.

Tour Code: cht-12

Departure Date: You Choose!

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Day1

Beijing Arrival

Attractions:Airport/Train Station/Port to Hotel Transfer

Our guide and will meet at the airport/train station/port upon your arrival and transfer you to your hotel.

This is when you come to Beijing. The rest of the day after the arrival and handing out the free cell phone, you are free to rest from the jet lag or to explore the city on your own.

Meals:	No Meals
Hotels:	Crowne Plaza Beijing \| Sunworld Hotel Beijing \| Days Inn Forbidden City Hotel Beijing

Day2

Beijing

Attractions:Summer Palace,The Forbidden City,Tiananmen Square

Summer Palace

The first stop is the Forbidden City and the tour lasts for two hours. This is the place the Chinese emperors used as a residence from the 1368 to 1911. It is one of the most significant historical monuments in the world and it is a rare privilege to see it. After visit to the Forbidden City, the tour goes to the famous Tiananmen Square. This is the biggest city square in the world and it is well known as one of the places where some of the historically most significant events in China took place. The time predicted for visiting the square is 50 minutes. After that, it is time to visit Lizexiang Pearl Store. This is one of the rare places where you can get informed about famous Chinese freshwater pearls and the technology of making jewellery out of them. Naturally, you will be provided the opportunity to buy some of those fine pieces of jewellery, but there is no pressure whatsoever on that issue. The daily schedule ends in the Beijing Ba Guo Bu Yi Restaurant. This is one of the best restaurants that serve traditional Sichuan meals in the whole world and there you will be served with some of the most famous and most exotic dishes available. Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, a Chinese lunch served at the Beijing Ba guo bu yi Restaurant

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Beijing Ba Guo Bu Yi Restaurant
Hotels:	Crowne Plaza Beijing \| Sunworld Hotel Beijing \| Days Inn Forbidden City Hotel Beijing

Day3

Beijing

Attractions:The Mutianyu Great Wall(with round way cable car),Temple of Heaven

Mutianyu Great Wall

The first stop of the day is the visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall. This is a part of the Great Wall that is not too crowded and it allows more comfortable sightseeing and the transportation there is by the cable car. The Great Wall is one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world and it is definitely something that deserves your full attention. The view is more than impressive but the approach is quite steep so the cable car is more than a handy solution. After sightseeing you can go back on foot, by using the cable car again that is about an hour on foot away. Temple of Heaven is the next stop on this day. It has been built in 1420 AD and it was a central place of worship during the Ming and the Qing dynasty. Since 1998 it is a part of a World Heritage by UNESCO and it is more than worthy of seeing. The predicted time for the sightseeing is 1.5 hours. The final sightseeing spot of the day is the Shahe Cloisonne Factory. Chinese cloisonné items are well known worldwide and you will have the chance to see how it is made. There is an option to buy some of these magnificent pieces but it is not a mandatory thing. Finally, the daily tour ends in the Xin Shuang Quan Restaurant. This place is famous for its fish based dishes and you will be amazed with the unique taste. Meals: Breakfast at your hotel,a Chinese lunch served at the Xin Shuang Quan Restaurant.

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Xin Shuang Quan Restaurant
Hotels:	Crowne Plaza Beijing \| Sunworld Hotel Beijing \| Days Inn Forbidden City Hotel Beijing

Day4

Beijing to Xian by Flight.

Attractions:Hutong Tour in Xicheng District

Hutong

The Hutong Tour in Xicheng District allows you to see something really extraordinary. This district is like a maze that has been transferred from the ancient times to the modern China. The one storey houses, curvy streets and the rickshaws are at your disposal for approximately one hour. After this quick visit to the old Chinese style settlement you will get the opportunity to learn something about one of the most famous Chinese art styles. Chinese Calligraphy Learning includes quick introduction to the technique and history of this art style, demonstration by the teacher and a chance to paint a picture of your own. The daily sightseeing schedule ends in the Courtyard 7 Restaurant where you may taste both Chinese and French dishes. It is also a peaceful heaven in a very busy city. After this the tour goes from Beijing to Xian. The air transportation takes you to this great city. Meals: Breakfast and a lunch in the Courtyard 7 Restaurant.

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Courtyard 7 Restaurant
Hotels:	Sofitel on Renmin Square Xian \| Grand Noble Hotel \| Xian Skytel Hotel

Day5

Xian

Attractions:Big Wild Goose Pagoda,The Terracotta Warriors and Horses

Big Wild Goose Pagoda

One of the most famous attractions in China is the ancient assembly of Terracotta Warriors and Horses. These figures are over 2 millenniums old and each of them is completely unique. The site was accidentally discovered in 1974 and the excavations are still in progress. This is something that simply any tourist must see. After these magnificent terracotta figures, you will be visiting the famous Big Wild Goose Pagoda. This is one of the biggest Buddhist temples and it contains some of the most valuable materials Xuanzang has brought from his epic journey to India. The next stop is the lunch at the A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant where you can enjoy some of the finest delicacies of the Chinese cuisine. After the lunch, the tour goes to the Xian Imperial Fine Arts Centre. Here you will be able to see how the jade is carved and to learn about its importance for the Chinese culture. Meals: Breakfast at your hotel,a lunch served at A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at A Wa Shan Zhai Restaurant(Qinling Branch)
Hotels:	Sofitel on Renmin Square Xian \| Grand Noble Hotel \| Xian Skytel Hotel

Day6

Xian

Attractions:Forest of Stele Museum,Ancient City Wall,Shaanxi History Museum

Forest of Stele

When it comes to the history of China, the Shaanxi History Museum is definitely one of the best places to learn something about it. This place is simply magnificent and for the most of the items exhibited there are listings and specifications given in English. The time predicted for sightseeing is 1.5 hours. The tour goes then to the Forest of Stele Museum. This place contains some of the oldest records from the Confucian period. Also, some old statues and items from the tombs are available here as well. Next stop is one of the best preserved City Walls in the world. It dates back from the 13th century and is still in a very good shape. Since the tour is pretty long, there are the options of renting a bike, an electric cart or a rickshaw. If the weather is too bad, this attraction is substituted with a visit to the Bell Tower. After this, the Tai Chi Experience at the City Wall is predicted for the end of the daily sightseeing activities. This ancient martial arts form is very popular nowadays in the west and here you will get to have some firsthand experience from the very source. A demonstration by the master of the art will be provided during the class. The daily schedule ends in the Qianzhou Restaurant where you will be served with some unique dishes characteristic for the area. The recipes for these dishes are very old so you will get to taste something really extraordinary. Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, the traditional Chinese lunch at Qianzhou Restaurant

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Qianzhou Restaurant (Xiao Yanta Branch)
Hotels:	Sofitel on Renmin Square Xian \| Grand Noble Hotel \| Xian Skytel Hotel

Day7

Xian to Lhasa by Flight.

This day is predicted for travelling from Xian to Lhasa by air.

Meals:	No Meals
Hotels:	Brahmaputra Grand Hotel \| Xinding Hotel \| ShangBaLa Hotel

Day8

Lhasa

Attractions:Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street

Potala Palace

The Potala Palace is well known winter residence of the Dalai Lama and this magnificent structure is a definite must see. You will be provided with a chance to see things that are simply not available for most of the men. The decorations and the architecture of this heavenly place are something that really deserves the attention. You need to be fit enough to tackle the long stairways. The next and much less physically demanding stop is the Jokhang Temple. This is a central temple of the Buddhism and a lot of local folks come here to pray daily. The Barkhor Street surrounds this temple and it is very vivid and colourful. You can take a walk through it or you can simply enjoy in one of the tea or coffee shops and enjoy the view. The daily tour ends in the Lhasa Kitchen where you will be served a meal of your choice. Meals: Breakfast, a lunch at Lhasa Kitchen

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Lhasa Kitchen
Hotels:	Brahmaputra Grand Hotel \| Xinding Hotel \| ShangBaLa Hotel

Day9

Lhasa

Attractions:Drepung Monastery,Sera Monastery,Norbulingka

Sera Monastery

The first stop of the day is the famous Sera Monastery. This famous structure is consisted of the Great Assembly Hall and three colleges. It has a very long history since it was founded back in 1412 by Jamchen Chojey of Zel Gungtang of Sakya Yeshe. It hosts the famous daily debates of the3 Buddhist disciples. The debates are held every day except Monday at 3 PM and it is allowed to watch although it is recommended to keep quiet. From here, the tour goes to the Norbulingka. This is a garden that was built for the 7th Dalai Lama and it serves both for the administration and for religious purposes. The tour lasts 2.5 hours. Next 3.5 hours are reserved for visiting the Drepung Monastery. This monastery is west from the Lhasa on the Gambo Utse Mountain. It is surrounded by the black hills and since it is completely white it looks more than impressive and like if it came from the another world. It was built in 1416 and it is considered to be the main Gelu Sect monastery in China. Also, it was a residence to Dalai Lama until the Potala palace was reconstructed. The famous Shonton Festival is being held there on the beginning of August every year. The daily tour ends in the Steak House Restaurant. This restaurant provides dishes of the western and Tibetan cuisine and the view from it is spectacular. Meals: Breakfast, lunch at Steak House Restaurant.

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Steak House Restaurant
Hotels:	Brahmaputra Grand Hotel \| Xinding Hotel \| ShangBaLa Hotel

Day10

Lhasa to Chongqing by Flight.

This day is predicted for travel to Chongqing by airplane.

Meals:	No Meals
Hotels:	JW Marriott Hotel Chongqing \| Eling Park Hotel \| Lafei Royal Hotel - Chongqing

Day11

Yangtze

Attractions:Board the ship from 17:30 to 21:30 for overnight accomodation(Dinner is not included).,Three Gorges Museum,Panda Room in Chongqing Zoo,Ciqikou Old Town

Three Gorges Museum

The greatest attraction of the Chongqing Zoo is the Panda Room. There you can observe both adults and young pandas in the habitat that is almost natural for them. Naturally, there are some additional species as well and some of them are pretty rare. The predicted visit time is 2 hours. Next one and a half hour is reserved for visiting the Ciqikou Old Town. This place still keeps the original charm of the old days and its wooden houses and narrow streets are quite interesting and lively. It is full of a tea shops and you can also buy some souvenirs or try the local cuisine there. The next stop is the Three Gorges Museum. As its very name says it is dedicated to the Three Gorges Dam and the Yangtze River, but there are also some very interesting exhibits from the war years. It is predicted to spend 2 hours in the museum. After that, the tour goes to Chongqing National Arts Institute Gallery. This place is famous for its great collections of art and it is increasingly popular amongst the tourists since they can buy some really impressive and rather cheap pieces of art. The final stop is the Cai Xiang Yuan Restaurant. It serves both local and Cantonese dishes. After this,transfer to the deck and boarding the cruise ship that will take you down the Yangtze River. Meals: Breakfast,a Lunch at Cai Xiang Yuan Restaurant

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Cai Xiang Yuan Restaurant (Yangjiaping Branch)
Hotels:	On the Ship

Day12

Yangtze

Attractions:Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City 09:00-12:00.

Fengdu is where the devil lives, according to Chinese legend. They say that spirits go to heaven, and evil goes to Fengdu. The town is overlooked by Ming Shan Hill, home of Tianzi, the King of the Dead. The whole place has an eerie feel to it with deserted streets, tower blocks, empty shops and banks. The only people here are those who make a living from visiting cruise boats.At the beginning of your cruise, the organizers will throw a welcoming banquet and after that the dancing party follows prior to visiting the Shibaozhai fortress. The Shibaozhai Fortress is one of the rare gems of the China. This place was founded in 1750 and it has 12 stories, of which every single one is dedicated to a famous general or a famous poet. Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Meals:	Breakfast, dinner
Hotels:	On the Ship

Day13

Yangtze

Attractions:Shore excursion to Lesser Three Gorges 12:30-16:30.You have the option of visiting White Emperor City(RMB260 per person)8:00-10:30.

The Lesser Three Gorges are the three separate valleys of the Daning River: Dragon Gate Gorge, Misty Gorge and Emerald Gorge. These lie on the lower reaches of the Daning, which flows into the Yangtze. The gorges are truly spectacular. Sheer cliffs soar up towards the sky from the brown-green water. Mountain tops hover above the ribbon of mist, disconnected from their roots. Its "subtle mountains, clear waters, pretty rocks, dangerous rapids, sharp turns, fantastic caves, and stalactites in various shapes" create the timeless beauty that you see in Chinese landscape paintings. Monkeys, mandarin ducks and other water birds can be seen loitering on big boulders in this area. In addition to the wonderful natural scenery there are a number of historical places of interest along the way, such as a suspended coffin, boat coffin, and remains of ancient plank walkway. -Also known as the White Emperor City, Baidi City clings to the hills and cliffs of a peninsular jutting out into the river. It is a miniature city of temples and gates on Baidi Hill. The city is well known as "the Poet’s City", because it has been visited by many scholars in the past, who have left many literary relics. It is also known for two famous legends, "The Seven Hundred Connected Barracks were Burned", and "The Orphan who put Trust in Baidi City".After passing through the Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge, the tour goes to visit the Shennong Stream with an option of visiting the White Emperor City. After that, the ship is descending through the 5 level locks to the lower level of the Yangtze River. Meals: Breakfast and Chinese style lunch and dinner.

Meals:	Breakfast, dinner
Hotels:	On the Ship

Day14

Yichang to Shanghai

Attractions:Shore excursion to The Three Gorges Dam Site. Arrive in Yichang at noon--12:00pm.

Three Gorges Dam, the largest water conservancy project ever undertaken by man and it has been a dream for several generations of Chinese people. The construction of the dam formally began in 1994. The body of the dam was completed in 2003, and the whole construction has been completed in 2009. It will be 2,335 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom.The tourists can get access to the top of the dam and enjoy different kinds of photo opportunities.This day is reserved for sightseeing of a most impressive dam ever built. The Three Gorges Dam is the biggest facility of this kind in history and it is something that is absolutely impressive. The construction started in 1994 and all of the works have been completed in 2009. After this, the tour takes a flight to Shanghai. Meals: Breakfast

Meals:	No Meals
Hotels:	Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World \| The Bund Hotel Shanghai \| Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai

Day15

Shanghai

Attractions:The Bund,Yuyuan Garden,Oriental Pearl TV Tower

The Bund

The Bund is a pretty nice place to see. The 40 minute ride will let you see some really nice buildings along the way and the experience will be more than fulfilling. After that, the tour goes to the Yuyuan Garden. This garden was built in 1559 during the Ming Dynasty and it is a perfect example of the Chinese architecture and style. It is surrounded by a local marketplace and there you can find all kinds of snacks, souvenirs and handcraft. The next stop is the worldwide famous Oriental Pearl TV Tower. This is one of the tallest TV towers on the globe and the Shanghai History Museum is situated on its first floor. There you can see the exhibit that says a lot about the Chinese history, with the accent on the revolutionary period. A brief visit to the Shanghai Old Alleys is also predicted and it will allow you to feel the heartbeat of the local people. You may enjoy a cup of tea in their homes and it will provide you the first hand experience of their way of life. A visit to the Jiangnan Silk Shop and Workshop will allow you to see the process of making the finest silk from the cocoon to the final product. Naturally, some souvenirs are available as well but it is not mandatory to buy anything. Finally, a visit to the Xin Lv Bo Lang Restaurant rounds up the daily tour. It offers four different menus and it is known as the exclusive place that hosted more than 40 heads of states. Meals: Breakfast at your hotel, a lunch at the Xin Lv Bo Lang Restaurant.

Meals:	Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Xin Lv Bo Lang Restaurant
Hotels:	Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World \| The Bund Hotel Shanghai \| Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai

Day16

Shanghai Departure

Attractions:Hotel to Airport/Train Station/Port Transfer

You will be transferred to the airport/train station/port by our private car/van.

This is the day of the departure and you will be served a breakfast and the transportation to the airport is included as well. Meals: Breakfast

Meals:

No Meals

Nov.1-Mar.31	Superior	Deluxe	Economy	Single Room Supplement*
1 person	$5599	$5019	$4879	-
2-5 persons	$3799	$3499	$3359	$494 / $543 / $827
6-9 persons	$3339	$3039	$2859	$494 / $543 / $827
>10 persons	$3039	$2779	$2599	$494 / $543 / $827
Apr.1-Oct.31	Superior	Deluxe	Economy	Single Room Supplement*
1 person	$6439	$5579	$5049	-
2-5 persons	$4279	$3799	$3479	$541 / $790 / $1173
6-9 persons	$3839	$3369	$2999	$541 / $790 / $1173
>10 persons	$3539	$3139	$2739	$541 / $790 / $1173

Customers’ Feedbacks

Pavel Apr 15, 2011 - May 1, 2011

I and my wife Maria just get back home from our wonderful trip to China organized by China Highlights. Lots of memories, but we both agree that Xian was really the best part of the tour, mostly because of excellent work of our guide Sheryl Zhang. We really would like to thank her for outstanding job she did.

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