Luxury China Highlights Signature Tour
12-Day Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yangtze, Yichang, Shanghai Tour
This tour is one in our range of Signature Tours which combines luxury with discovering fascinating aspect of Chinese culture in Beijing and spectacular evening shows in Xi'an and Shanghai. Great hotels and unforgettable food and of course the classic sights combine to make this tour something really special.
Tour Code: CHT-SN-04
Departure Date: You Choose!
Inclusions:
Private Guide 
Driver 
Hotel
Entrance Fees 
Authentic Chinese Meals
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Day1
Beijing Arrival
Attractions:Airport Transfer (Beijing)
Meals: No Meals
Hotels: Beijing Peace Hotel 
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Day2
Beijing
Attractions:, , The Mutianyu Great Wall(with round way cable car),
- The Mutianyu Great Wall(with round way cable car): This less-crowded section of the Great Wall is a about 2.5 hours' drive from downtown Beijing. A cable car takes you to a good section (avoiding a very steep climb), where you can walk along the wall, through the watch towers and enjoy superb views as it snakes across the hills and mountains. You can return by cable car, walk down or walk along the wall for about an hour to descend by chairlift. Wear good walking shoes and protection from the weather.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Slightly up-market restaurants, dinner
Hotels: Beijing Peace Hotel |
Day3
Beijing
Attractions:, Tiananmen Square, The Forbidden City, Beihai Park
- Tiananmen Square: Tian'anmen Square is the largest city square in the centre of Beijing, named after the Tiananmen (literally, Gate of Heavenly Peace) which sits to its north, separating it from the Forbidden City. It has great cultural significance as it was the site of several key events in Chinese history. As the world's largest city square and enduring symbol of China's national pride, it is surrounded by many imposing buildings including the Heavenly Gate (entry to the Forbidden City), Museums, government buildings and Chairman Mao's Mausoleum.
- The Forbidden City: The Forbidden City was home to 24 emperors between 1368 and 1911.This "city within a city" is a World Heritage Site, and is the largest and the best preserved ancient imperial architecture complex in the world, with great square, halls and gates contrast with intricate halls, gardens, courtyards and quarters. The exhibitions, both permanent and temporary, are all important treasures of ancient China.
- Beihai Park: The park locates at the center of Beijing, behind the Forbidden City. It is now one of the best preserved royal gardens with nearly one thousand years' history. The White Pagoda (Baita), the lamaist pagoda, is the peak of the park. Standing at the pagoda, you can have a magnificent bird’s view of the whole Forbidden City, especially on fine whether.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Slightly up-market restaurants
Hotels: Beijing Peace Hotel |
Day4
Beijing
Attractions:, Temple of Heaven, , Tai chi Experience at the Temple of Heaven
- Temple of Heaven: Built in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty, Temple of Heaven is a complex of Taoist buildings where emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties visited for annual ceremonies of pray for good harvests. Located in the south of Central Beijing, it covers an area of 273 hectares. Temple of Heaven was enrolled as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1998.
- Tai chi Experience at the Temple of Heaven : Tai Chi is an internal martial art system which places emphasis on the development and control of Chi (Consciousness) energy within the body. In the largest park in Beijing - the Temple of Heaven, you will be able to practice Tai Chi in the morning under the guidance of your teacher.
What happens during the class?
1. Full illustration of Tai chi by Tai Chi master.
2. Demonstration by Yang Style Tai Chi master.
3. Tutor to learn Tai Chi Quan
4. After class, you will have the change to compete doing Tai Chi.
Tai Chi Experience on the Great Wall is optional.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Slightly up-market restaurants
Hotels: Beijing Peace Hotel |
Day5
Beijing to Xian by Flight.
Attractions:Hotel to airport Transfer (Beijing), Airport Transfer (Xian), , Tang Imperial Banquet & Show,
Meals: Breakfast, , dinner
Hotels: Somerset Xindicheng Xi＇an |
Day6
Xian
Attractions:, The Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Ancient City Wall, Muslim Quarters
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Slightly up-market restaurants
Hotels: Somerset Xindicheng Xi＇an |
Day7
Xian to Chongqing to Yangtze
Attractions:Hotel to Train station Transfer (Xian), Train station Transfer (Chongqing), , Ciqikou Old Town, Panda Room in Chongqing Zoo, Cruise pier Transfer (Chongqing), 18：00-21：00 Board the ship, depart Chongqing at 22:00 (Excluding dinner).
Boarding Address: No.11 Pier at Chao Tian Men, Chongqing, this pier is specific for Century Cruise Fleet.
21:00-21:30 Embarkation Safety briefing(Departure in Chongqing)
21:30 Captain's Welcome Reception on sun deck
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Slightly up-market restaurants
Hotels: On the Ship
Day8
Yangtze
Attractions:06:30-07:00 Morning coffee,tea and pastries
06:30-07:00 Tai Chi exercise
07:00-08:30 Breakfast (Buffet)
08:00-10:30 Optional tour to -- Fengdu Ghost City CNY290 Per Person
09:00-12:00 Cultural Activities
12:00-13:30 Lunch (Buffet)
15:00-17:30 Shore excursion---Shi Baozhai Pagoda
18:30-20:00 Dinner (Buffet)
20:30-21:30 Crew Cabaret Show
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , dinner
Hotels: On the Ship
Day9
Yangtze
Attractions:06:30-07:00 Morning coffee,tea and pastries
06:30-07:00 Tai Chi exersice
07:00-08:30 Breakfast (Buffet)
08:00-10:30 Optional tour to the White Emperor City CNY290 Per Person
11:00 (Est.) Scenic cruising---Qutang Gorge
13:30 (Est.) Scenic cruising---Wu Gorge
12:00-13:30 Lunch (Buffet)
14:00-16:30 Shore excursion---Shennv Stream
19:00-20:30 Buffet Dinner
20:30-23:00 Settle the bills
20:30-22:00 The Yangtze Pirate Night Show
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , dinner
Hotels: On the Ship
Day10
Yichang to Shanghai
Attractions:Cruise pier Transfer (Yichang), Train station Transfer (Yichang), Train station Transfer (Shanghai), 06:30-08:00 Breakfast (Buffet), Check out with your luggage.
08:00-11:00 Disembarking at Maoping pier of Yichang & Shore excursion---The Three Gorges Dam Site (Exclude the golf car of CNY10/pp while tours). Then transfer to Yichang by bus.
If take an optional tour: disembark at Maoping Pier, optional tour to sail through Ship Lift (CNY290 per person) , then bus to Three Gorges Dam Site, transfer to Yichang by bus after tour.
12:30 (Est.) ：Arrive at Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center (address: No.142 Yanjiang Avenue, Wujiagang District, Yichang, face to Wanda Square)
Meals: Breakfast
Hotels: Sunrise On The Bund |
Day11
Shanghai
Attractions:, , Yuyuan Garden, Yuyuan Market, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall,
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Popular Local Restaurant
Hotels: Sunrise On The Bund |
Day12
Shanghai Departure
Attractions:Hotel to airport Transfer (Shanghai)
Meals: Breakfast
Price Per Person in US Dollars
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Price Inclusion
- Entrance Fees to the Scenic Spots as Listed in the Itinerary
- Centrally Located Hotels with daily western & Chinese buffet breakfasts
- Authentic Chinese Food
- Private Cars and Drivers
- Private Guides
- Flights & Transfers in China
- Airport Taxes and Fuel Fees
- Service Charge & Government Taxes
- Insurance
- Luggage Transfers
Price Exclusion
- International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
- China Entry Visa Fees.
- Single Room Supplement.
- Personal Expenses: such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
