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14 Day Best of China & the Yangtze River
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14 Day Tour from Beijing to Shanghai
Ancient wonders. Modern cities. Timeless traditions. Like a classic Chinese dumpling, this tour of China is filled with flavor, zest, and delectable elements of surprise. From the hutongs of Beijing to the longtangs of Shanghai, you’ll savor every Far East experience you’ve ever craved, including a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s narrow alleyways, a walk along the Great Wall, and a 3-night cruise through the magnificent Three Gorges of the winding, wondrous Yangtze, Asia’s longest river.
This truly hands-on vacation will teach you the ancient art of tea making, the calming practice of tai chi, and the delicate art of making traditional dim sum, the dumpling whose name means “to touch the heart.” Expect additional flutters when you enter the Forbidden City, stand before Xi’an’s Terracotta Army, and observe the daily habits of the native pandas of Chengdu.
*14 nights in the same stateroom: + $100pp (double occupancy)
*14 nights in the same stateroom: +$200pp (single occupancy)
*There are only a limited amount of staterooms available on each sailing where moving is not going to be necessary.
Special Globus All Access features included in this tour:
- Guided city sightseeing in Beijing including visits to Tian’anmen Square and the Temple of Heaven
- Welcome Peking duck dinner
- Excursion to the Great Wall of China
- Rickshaw ride through Beijing’s ancient hutongs with local noodle lunch
- Visits to the Terracotta Warriors and the City Wall of Xi’an
- Guided city sightseeing in Chengdu including Jinli Cultural Street
- Traditional face-changing performance accompanied with Sichuan hot-pot dinner
- Visit to the Wolong Giant Panda Nature Reserve
- Three-night cruise through the Three Gorges on the Yangtze River with Victoria Cruises
- Sampan cruise on West Lake
- Tea-making demonstration with lunch at a local tea farm
- Visit to Linyin Temple in Hangzhou
- Visit to Yu Yuan Gardens and stroll along the Bund in Shanghai
- Farewell dinner featuring Shanghai’s signature xiaolongbao dumplings
- Intra-vacation flights as listed in the itinerary
Priority Access
» Priority check-in
» Priority access to specialty restaurant reservations
» Priority line at the Guest Services desk
» Priority line at the Shore Excursions desk
» Priority access to tenders ashore in select ports
» Priority disembarkation
Premium Dining
» Expanded 24-hour room service breakfast menu
» Pinnacle Class ships: Private dining venue for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
» All other ships: Priority seating in the Dining Room for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
Exclusive Amenities
» Complimentary stateroom upgrade
» Dedicated concierge service
» Welcome glass of sparkling wine on embarkation day
» Premium bathrobes
» Club Orange keycard
» Exclusive Club Orange tote bag (one per stateroom)
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Yuyuan Gardens
Uniquely designed garden & perfect blend of decorative halls , bridges, archways & rockeries
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Oriental Pearl Tower
Speed to the top of the world’s third tallest TV and radio tower for a spectacular view, especially striking when it is lit up at night.
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DAY 1
ARRIVE IN BEIJING, CHINA
Welcome to China!
Hotel rooms are available for a mid-afternoon check-in.
DAY 2
BEIJING
Treasures of the Forbidden City
Your full-day sightseeing starts with a visit to Tian’anmen Square. Next, explore the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest palace complex in the world. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Summer Palace, a beautifully preserved imperial garden. Tonight, savor a special Peking duck welcome dinner.
DAY 3
BEIJING-GREAT WALL EXCURSION
Heaven’s Gates & the Great Wall
This morning, visit the Temple of Heaven, founded in the 15th century. Then, head north to a village where the Great Wall of China is well preserved and walk along the wall for sweeping vistas. This mammoth fortress once stretched 4,000 miles across China’s barren northern terrain from the Bohai Sea to the Gobi Desert. Return to Beijing for some time at your leisure this evening.
DAY 4
BEIJING-XI’AN
Hutongs & Hot Noodles
Take a Globus Local Favorite rickshaw ride through one of Beijing’s hutongs, the city’s ancient alleys. Enjoy a local noodle lunch before a short flight brings you to Xi’an this afternoon.
breakfast
DAY 5
XI’AN
Silent Sentinels
Sightseeing begins with an enormous tomb of China’s first emperor Qin Shi Huangdi, accidentally discovered by local farmers in 1974. Marvel at the legion of Terracotta Warriors that has been guarding this burial site for 2,000 years. Later, visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, and Xi’an’s ancient City Wall, built in 1378.
DAY 6
XI’AN-CHENGDU
The Many Faces of Chengdu
This morning, transfer to the train station for your high-speed train to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province and known for its flavorful food. Visit Jinli Cultural Street, a pedestrian street lined with ancient buildings featuring the architectural stylings from the late Qing dynasty. Also see People’s Park, where you may see local residents playing mahjong or practicing tai chi. Tonight, enjoy a Sichuan hot pot dinner followed by a Globus Local Favorite face-changing performance.
DAY 7
CHENGDU
Beauty in Black & White
Journey through the mountainous scenery to the Wolong Giant Panda Nature Reserve, home to over 170 pandas. Learn how this area protects and rehabilitates these beautiful animals. This afternoon and evening are yours to explore this city more.
DAY 8
CHENGDU-CHONGQING (EMBARKATION)-YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
Gorgeous Gorges of the Yangtze
Take the high-speed train to Chongqing, China’s capital during World War II. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the Three Gorges Museum. Enjoy some free time in the Ciqikou ancient town, also known as Little Chongqing, before boarding your ship for a 3-night cruise through the breathtaking Three Gorges of the Yangtze.
DAY 9
CRUISING: MOUNTAIN SHUANGGUI
Stories of the Song Dynasty
Your shore excursion today takes you to Mountain Shuanggui, known for its picturesque scenery and featuring cliff brush writings dating to the Song dynasty. Return to your ship where the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy a variety of onboard activities. This evening, your Captain hosts a welcome party and dinner.
DAY 10
CRUISING: QUTANG GORGE-WU GORGE-GODDESS STREAM
Narrow Escapes
Early this morning, you may choose to start your day with a tai chi lesson on the sun deck or simply relax and enjoy the scenery. Later, sail downstream through the first and second of the three gorges – Qutang Gorge. After lunch, disembark your ship for a boat excursion down Goddess Stream. Along the way, see picturesque scenery and mysterious hanging wooden coffins.
DAY 11
CRUISING: (DISEMBARKATION) THREE GORGES DAM SITE-YICHANG-HANGZHOU
The Power of Water
This morning, visit the awe-inspiring hydroelectric marvel of Three Gorges Dam Site, the largest dam of its kind in the world. After lunch in Yichang, board your flight to Hangzhou, one of China’s seven ancient capitals.
DAY 12
HANGZHOU-SHANGHAI
Timeless Traditions
Start your tour of Hangzhou with a Globus Local Favorite sampan cruise on West Lake, A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then visit Linyin Temple, followed by a demonstration of the tea-making process and lunch at a local tea farm. This afternoon, settle in for a comfortable drive to Shanghai, China’s most populous city.
DAY 13
SHANGHAI
Dumplings & Dynasties
This morning, stroll along the Bund, the city’s riverfront boulevard lined with historic buildings, banks, and trade houses. Then, visit Yu Yuan Gardens, dating back to the Ming Dynasty. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner.
DAY 14
SHANGHAI
So Long, Farewell
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
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