|
|
 |
Day 1 Hometown / Beijing |
|
|
Your adventure will begin with a flight to Beijing from your hometown by Cathay Pacific Airways (via Hong Kong). Your Canadian tour escort is from Vancouver. |
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 |
|
You will be exploring the heart of Beijing after breakfast. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
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 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 Rickshaw Tour around the ancient alleyways of Beijing’s Hutong - one of Beijing's 700-year-old traditional cottage neighbourhoods. Visiting a family in one of the “Quadrangles”has been arranged, and you’ll be treated to a
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 Beijin / 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 |
|
|
Visit the historic Ming Dynasty City Wall before taking a flight to Yichang. After dinner, you will board the deluxe cruise ship MV Century Star starting to catch every splendid and amazing moment. (B/L/D) |
|
|
Yangtze Cruise Ship: Victoria Cruises - Queen (5 Star Deluxe American Managed Cruise Ship -
Outside Cabin with Balcony) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise |
|
|
After a brief introduction to the Cruise, a shore excursion at Sandouping takes you to famous “Three Gorges
Dam”, the biggest hydroelectric dam in the world. This afternoon, you’ll pass through the first gorge - Xiling
Gorge, the longest and historically the most hazardous of the famous “Three Gorges”. Tonight, there is 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 Arriving Chongqing |
|
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 will 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 / Shanghai ~ Suzhou |
|
You’ll take a flight to Shanghai and take a coach ride to Suzhou. (B/L/D) |
|
|
Hotel: Gusu Jin Jiang Tower (5 Star) |
|
|
|
|
Day 15 Suzhou ~ Tongli (Water Village) |
|
After breakfast, there’s a visit to Master-of-Nets Garden and Suzhou Canal Cruise Tour, “Venice of the
East”, will pleasantly surprise you. Later you’ll enjoy a visit to a unique silk factory. After lunch, you’ll visit the
delightful Water Village of Tongli, which has a history spanning over 1,000 years. A Suzhou Night Tour
will be arranged. (B/L/D) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Day 16 Suzhou ~ Shanghai |
|
Return to Shanghai, China’s most populous city and seaport. Visit Shanghai Museum, People’s Square and
walk along the noted “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. 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 17 Shanghai (Free Day) |
|
This morning you can relax or travel to Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s downtown area, for you to explore and
shop on your own. There’s also 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 18 Shanghai / Hong Kong |
|
|
Today take a flight to Hong Kong, the Pearl of the East. You are free to explore this exciting city. (B) |
|
Hotel: Empire Kowloon (4 Star) |
|
|
|
Day 19 Hong Kong |
|
Today you have a half-day tour to Victoria Peak where there is a anoramic view of both Hong Kong and
Kowloon. You’ll visit the fascinating Aberdeen Fishing Village, Repulse Bay and the Stanley Market. In the
afternoon you can roam and discover the feel of the life of Hong Kong – the sleepless city. (B) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Day 20 Hong Kong ~ Macau ~ Hong Kong |
|
After an exciting ferry ride to Macau, you’ll tour the Statue of Kun Lam, presiding over the Macau waterfront,
and the territory of Macau. Also visit the Ruins of St. Paul’s, Na Tcha Temple, a section of Old City Walls,
Museum of Macau, Mount Fortress, Temple of A-Ma, Macau Tower, and Casino sights. A Buffet Lunch
will be arranged. Back to Hong Kong by ferry. (B/L) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Day 21 Hong Kong / Hometown |
|
After breakfast, you’ll be free in Hong Kong in the morning. Transfer to Airport, depart for Canada and arrive
home on the same day. (B) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
| |
|
