Tour code: YZUP
The upstream cruise from Yichang to Chongqing takes you on a slower journey of this mountainous region, thus providing a more leisurely and restful pace. Witness the Yangtze's unmatched panoramas that have inspired poets, artists, and playwrights from all over the world.

Visits: Shanghai, Zhujiajiao, Yichang, Chongqing, Xian & Beijing
Upstream by 5 Star Splendid China Cruise ship

Itinerary:

 

Day 1 (Tuesday) USA to Shanghai

Fly to Shanghai via our selected airline flights

 

Day 2 (Wednesday) Arrive Shanghai

Arrive Shanghai, the bustling cosmopolitan center of business and commerce in China. Upon arrival, our friendly guide will meet you and transfer you to Shanghai Galaxy Hotel or similar class hotel.

 

Day 3 (Thursday) Shanghai

Full day sightseeing includes the Bund, the Old Downtown, the classical Yu Garden, and the

Shanghai Museum. If time permits, visit a Carpet Factory. Enjoy the famous Shanghai

Acrobatic Show tonight

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 4 (Friday) Shanghai

Today's highlight is a visit to the Shanghai World EXPO. It covers a large area of over 5.6 Square KM with 27 master halls. The theme is to show all new creational hopes, concepts, designs, technologies, and present to the world a full potential of urban life in the 21st century as a significant one for urban evolution with New Approaches of Human Habitat, Beautiful Lifestyle. (Shanghai EXPO is valid for May 01 -Oct.31, but on Feb.01-Apr.29, Nov.01-Dec31 pre & post exhibition might also available ). If Shanghai EXPO is not available,visit the ancient water-town of Zhujiajiao & Jade Buddha Temple.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

 

Day 5 (Saturday) Shanghai/Yichang/Yangtze River Cruises

Transfer to airport for your flight to Yichang. Board the deluxe cruise ship MV Presidential 1. Yangtze River is the third longest river in the world and the largest in China. The isolated small villages, local temples and pagodas, and historical sites along the river bring unimaginable history and legends. The River and Three Gorges are rewarded as UNESCO sites.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 6 (Sunday) Yangtze River Cruise

Today's highlight is the excursion to the New Dam Site. Sail through the picturesque Xiling Gorge, the Three Gorges Dam and the 5 ship locks raising the ship 412 feet.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 (Monday) Yangtze River Cruise

Change to a small boat for sailing deep into the fabled Three Lesser Gorges along Shennong Stream for a 3-hour exploration. After returning to the boat, continue sailing to the Wu Gorge. The waters changes to wildly stirring, along with numerous swirling bubbles. The mossy cliffs are hemmed by the hanging pathways under the Twelve Peaks. Pass through the great Qutang Gorge later in the afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 8 (Tuesday) Yangtze River Cruise

Continue sailing in the gorges & take an excursion to the Ghost City of Fengdu or Shibaozai.

Fengdu reveals ancient Chinese religion, ancient legends, with unimaginable constructions and carved ghost statues.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 9 (Wednesday) Chongqing/Xian

Disembark at Chongqing pier, and take a city tour if time permits. Then transfer to airport and fly to Xian. Upom arrival, our guide will meet you and transfer you to Aurum International Hotel or similar class hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 10 (Thursday) Xian

Full day sightseeing includes the Excavations of Terra-cotta Warriors & Bronze Chariots, one of the greatest archeological finds of the century. See all excavated Exhibitions 1, 2 ,3, 4 and watch the archaeologists work on further excavation. Watch the Circle Vision Movie of this historical story. Also visit the Ceramics & Pottery Center. Tonight taste Dumpling Dinner & enjoy Tang Dynasty Music Show.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Special Dinner

 

Day 11 (Friday) Xian/Beijing

Transfer to airport and fly to Beijing, the capital of China. Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and transfer you to Chang An Grand Hotel or similar class hotel. Afternoon tour to the elegant Summer Palace with a boat cruise on the shimmering waters of Kunming Lake. Enjoy a cultural show tonight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 12 (Saturday) Beijing

Full day tour to the Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Panda House at the Beijing Zoo, and Temple of Heaven. Visit a Pearl workshop if time permits.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 13 (Sunday) Beijing

Take a tour to the exterior of the Bird's Nest & the Water Cube for photography. Drive to the Great Wall in Badaling and the Sacred Way to visit the Changling exhibition of the Ming Tombs. If time permits, visit a Jade Carving Factory. Enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Special Dinner

 

Day 14 (Mon) Depart Beijing

Transfer to airport for homeward flight or your next destination.

Meals: Breakfast

 

Dates & Price 04- 11/2010 (Per Person) for YZUP

Departure Tuesday	Return Monday	Land Only	Air/land from LAX / SFO	Air/land from NYC	Single Supplement
4/06/2010	4/19/2010	$1529	$2459	$2659	$599
4/13/2010	4/26/2010	$1529	$2459	$2659	$599
4/20/2010	5/03/2010	$1559	$2489	$2689	$599
4/27/2010	5/10/2010	$1559	$2489	$2689	$599
5/04/2010	5/17/2010	$1559	$2489	$2689	$599
5/11/2010	5/24/2010	$1559	$2499	$2699	$599
5/18/2010	5/31/2010	$1559	$2499	$2699	$599
5/25/2010	6/07/2010	$1559	$2499	$2699	$569
6/01/2010	6/14/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
6/08/2010	6/21/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
6/15/2010	6/28/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
6/22/2010	7/05/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
6/29/2010	7/12/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
7/07/2010	7/19/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
7/13/2010	7/26/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
7/20/2010	8/02/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
7/27/2010	8/09/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
8/03/2010	8/16/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
8/10/2010	8/23/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
8/17/2010	8/30/2010	$1499	$2499	$2699	$569
8/24/2010	9/06/2010	$1659	$2659	$2859	$599
8/31/2010	9/13/2010	$1699	$2599	$2799	$639
9/07/2010	9/20/2010	$1529	$2479	$2679	$639
9/14/2010	9/27/2010	$1599	$2499	$2699	$639
9/21/2010	10/04/2010	$1599	$2499	$2699	$639
9/28/2010	10/11/2010	$1599	$2499	$2699	$639
10/05/2010	10/18/2010	$1599	$2499	$2699	$639
10/12/2010	10/25/2010	$1599	$2499	$2699	$639
10/19/2010	11/01/2010	$1599	$2499	$2699	$639
10/26/2010	11/08/2010	$1529	$2429	$2699	$599
11/02/2010	11/15/2010	$1499	$2399	$2599	$559
11/09/2010	11/24/2010	$1499	$2399	$2599	$539

*Fuel surcharge & tax apply and are additional

Tour Features:

l 3 nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at Galaxy Hotel Shanghai or similar

l 4 nights cruise on MV. Splendid China

l 2 nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at Aurum International Xian or similar

l 3 nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at Chang An Grand Hotel Beijing or similar

l Sightseeing with lunch and dinner as listed in the above itinerary, including Peking Duck Dinner & Peking Opera in Beijing & Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian, Acrobatic in Shanghai

l Professional English speaking tour guide service

l Round trip transfers btw airport/hotel/pier with baggage handling

Tour Cost Excludes:

l Domestic flight fuel surcharge & airport tax

l Personal expenses

l Tips/gratuities to guide, driver & porters

l China visa fee of $160 each

l Travel insurance

    

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