Day 1   Hometown / Beijing

Your adventure will begin with a flight from your hometown to Beijing by Japan Airlines or Air Canada. Your Canadian tour escort will accompany you from Vancouver to Beijing.

Day 2   Arriving Beijing

When you arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China, you’ll be greeted by your local guide and transferred to your 5- Star hotel. Relax or explore Beijing at your leisure.

Hotel: Chang An Grand Hotel (5 Star)

Day 3   Beijing

After breakfast you’ll explore the very heart of Beijing. The trip starts from renowned Tian’anmen Square – the largest public square in the world. The square and its surrounding areas are home to some of China’s most historic monuments and government edifices. Then take a tour to the amazing Forbidden orbidden City, the largest existing ancient architectural complex in China. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the Summer Palace - an enchanting panorama of lake, landscape, pagodas and pavilions. This evening, a special Peking Duck Dinner has been planned. (B/L/SD)

Day 4   Beijing

An inspiring day tour has been arranged to the remarkable and world-famous Great Wall (Juyong Pass), which winds dragon-like across northern China. Enjoy time to walk its ramparts and absorb breathtaking views. After lunch you’ll visit the tomb of Emperor Yongle (Zhu Di) Changling - one of the Ming Tombs at the burial
site of thirteen Ming Dynasty Emperors. You’ll also have a close look at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Stadium (The Bird’s Nest & The Water Cube). Evening entertainment is a dazzling Beijing Acrobatic Show. (B/L/D)

Day 5   Beijing

Begin the day with a visit to the beautiful Temple of Heaven. Then take a novel Rickshaw Tour through the ancient alleyways of Beijing’s Hutong - one of Beijing's 700-year-old traditional cottage neighbourhoods. A personal visit to a family in one of the “Quadrangles” has been arranged, you will be treated toa delightful Family Lunch at the home of one of local families! After this unusual lunch,you’ll make a visit to the busiest shopping area - Wangfujing. You’ll enjoy a bus tour to experience Beijing by Night (Donghua Gate Food Fair). (B/L/D)

Day 6   Beijing / Xi'an

Today you'll take a flight to Xi;an - one of China's ancient capitals. Visit Shanxi Provincial Museum. A change-of-pace Western Dinner and a Xi;an Night Tour to a fascinating Muslim Quarter Market will be arranged. (B/L/WD)

Hotel: Empark Grand Hotel (5 Star)

Day 7   Xi'an

You'll take an unforgettable full day tour to visit the remarkable Museum that houses the most exciting archaeological discovery of the 20th Century - the excavation of more than 6,000 Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses. On the way you’ll stop at a Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses reproduction factory. This evening, you’ll enjoy a well-known Xi’an Special Dumpling Banquet while you are being entertained by the colourful Tang Dynasty Show. (B/L/SD)

Day 8    Xi’an / Yichang / Yangtze River Cruise

Day 9    Yangtze River Cruise

After a brief introduction to the Cruise, a shore excursion at Sandouping takes you to “Three Gorges Dam”, the biggest hydro-electric dam in the world. This afternoon, you will pass the first gorge - Xiling Gorge, the longest and historically the most hazardous one in the famous “Three Gorges”. Tonight, you have an enthusiastic Crew Cabaret Show.  (B/L/D)

Day 10    Yangtze River Cruise

Begin your day with an excursion to Daning River. Then take an exciting sampan ride to see the Small Gorges. Don’t forget your camera while you feast on the spectacular scenery. Return to the cruise ship and set sail through the second gorge – Wu Gorge, known for its odd, misty rock formations and its backdrop of soaring mountains. Later in the afternoon, you’ll pass through the third gorge - Qutang Gorge, the shortest but most dramatic of the Three Gorges, with ancient relics scattered along its steep cliffs. Tonight, you’ll have a spirited Crew Cabaret Show. (B/L/D)

Day 11   Yangtze River Cruise

After arriving in Fengdu, enjoy a shore excursion to visit Ghost City, known for its statues of ghosts and
devils on Mingshan Hill. The carved facades are truly fascinating. Tonight’s entertainment is Captain’s
Farewell Banquet. (B/L/SD)

Day 12   Chongqing / Guilin

Disembark at Chongqing, a famous mountain city in China. You’ll visit Chongqing Zoo to enjoy the lovely and charming Pandas. After that, you’ll take a flight to Guilin and have a trip to Fubo Hill and the spectacular Reed Flute Cave. And you’ll enjoy a Guilin Cultural Show at night. (B/L/D)

Hotel: Royal Garden Hotel (5 Star)

Day 13   Guilin ~ Yangshuo ~ Guilin

This morning, you’ll delight in a Cruise on the picturesque Li River. Then disembark at Yangshuo checking out the colourful and lively local market. On the way back to Guilin by coach, you can enjoy the beautiful
Rice Paddies and Country Landscapes. Chinese dinner will be served in your hotel. A Guilin Night Tour to Pedestrian Market will be arranged. (B/L/D)

Day 14   Guilin / Kunming

Today you’ll take a flight to Kunming and have a trip to the lofty Grand Dragon Gate in the Western Hills. (B/L/D)

Hotel: Kai Wah Plaza International Hotel (5 Star)

Day 15 Kunming ~ Stone Forest ~ Kunming

In the morning you’ll visit the amazing Stone Forest - a remarkable region of limestone cliffs and peaks.
You’ll marvel at the natural stone “trees” which were created by wind and water erosion over millions of
years. Tonight there is a Yunnan Cuisine Dinner and an exciting Yunnan Minorities Culture Dancing
Show. (B/L/SD)

Day 16   Kunming / Lijiang

Take a flight to Lijiang - the home of the Naxi Minority, whose way of life has changed very little over centuries. You'll visit the ancient town of Dayan - a U.N. designated Cultural Heritage sitesite. The town, which has an 800-year history, is criss-crossed by rivulets and colorful stones that pave the streets. Then visit the Black Dragon Pool Park to take a leisurely stroll through its photogenic surroundings. (B/L/D)

Hotel: Guanfang Hotel (5 Star)

Day 17  Lijiang

Today you’ll have a coach trip to the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge on the upper stream of Yangtze River. Later on, visit the Baisha Fresco and the Dongba Minority Museum. Evening entertainment is a fascinating Dongba Music Show. (B/L/D)

Day 18   Lijiang / Shanghai (via Kunming)

You’ll take a flight (via Kunming) to Shanghai, China’s largest city and seaport. Tonight you’ll enjoy a fabulous and colourful Huangpu River Night Cruise. (B/L/D)

Hotel:Howard Johnson Caida Hotel (5 Star Designed Hotel)

Day 19   Shanghai

Today you’ll visit the Shanghai Museu, People’s Square and take a walk along the famous “Bund”. You’ll be amazed at the beauty of historical architecture. Then visit Yu Yuan Garden. Tour the ultra-modern Pudong
Development Zone and get a closer look at the famous Oriental Pearl TV Tower. (B/L/D)

Day 20   Shanghai (Free Day)

This morning you relax or travel to Nanjing Road, Shanghai downtown area, for you to explore and shop
on your own. You can also have an optional tour to visit 2010 Shanghai World Expo today. Lunch will be
by your own arrangement. A China Farewell Dinner will be arranged in the hotel. (B/SD)

Day 21    Shanghai / Hometown

After breakfast, bid farewell to China and depart for Canada and arrive home on the same day. (B)